England captain Harry Kane has fired a warning to his team-mates following Friday night’s defeat to Iceland at Wembley. Gareth Southgate’s men are one of the favourites for Euro 2024 but they were booed off following a 1-0 defeat in their final warm-up game for the tournament. The Three Lions head to Germany with one of their most talented squads …
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Germany vs Scotland preview and ticket info for Euro 2024 opener
The 17th men’s UEFA European Championship will get underway on Friday night when hosts Germany take on Scotland in Munich. Germany will be widely expected to get off to a winning start against Scotland – who have never progressed beyond the group stage at a major tournament. Steve Clarke’s Scotland booked their spot at Euro 2024 in style by taking 17 …
Read More »Jose Mourinho shares thoughts on Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of Euro 2024
Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho believes Cristiano Ronaldo will be key to Portugal’s chances at Euro 2024. Ronaldo is currently preparing for his 11th major tournament for the national side having first appeared for Portugal back at Euro 2004. The five time Ballon d’Or winner heads into the European championships off the back of a successful individual campaign for Al-Nassr where …
Read More »Euro 2024: Belgium searches for first title ever
It feels like Belgium’s golden generation is somewhat fading. There was a time when the gloom of the 2000s turned to consistent deep runs under the leadership of manager Roberto Martinez. Romelu Lukaku, Kevin De Bruyne, Eden Hazard, Thibaut Courtois, Vincent Kompany, and more all dominated the global scene. It was best shown by their run to the 2018 World …
Read More »Newcastle draw up three man shortlist as they look to bolster their attack
Newcastle are looking to sign a winger this summer and have drawn up a three man shortlist according to reports. The Magpies finished seventh last season but missed out on European football completely due to Manchester United’s FA Cup success. Eddie Howe will need his squad strengthened in the upcoming window if Newcastle are going to get back into Europe …
Read More »Comical: Canadian Premier League meets Marvel for series of Super Hero days
June 9 – Comic-turned-TV brand Marvel is teaming up with the Canadian Super League (CPL) for a series of Marvel Super Hero Days during the 2024 regular season. Each CPL club will host its own Marvel Super Hero Day with the first 1,000 fans at each match receiving a custom Marvel comic poster featuring the home club. “At the CPL, we are no stranger to …
Read More »Mexican fans again test the 3-step anti-discrimination protocal with ‘puto’ chant
June 9 – The friendly between Mexico and Brazil was paused after the Mexican fans chanted the gay slur ‘puto’ from the stands behind the goal. Before the hour mark, referee Lukasz Szpala stopped the game at Kyle Field in Texas and initiated the first stage of the new three-step protocol aimed at stamping out discriminatory language at Kyle Field …
Read More »AS Roma could move away from one Juventus target and focus on Soule
AS Roma is looking to sign at least one attacker from Juventus this summer, and recent reports have linked them with a move for Federico Chiesa. Chiesa has been struggling to find his best form at Juventus, and there’s uncertainty about whether a managerial change will resolve the issue. Despite Juventus’s efforts to bring out his best, Chiesa’s performance hasn’t …
Read More »Arsenal still retain strong interest in Bologna striker Joshua Zirkzee
Arsenal still retain a strong interest in Bologna striker Joshua Zirkzee, but face competition for signature according to reports. Having come up short to Manchester City in the title race for the last two seasons the Gunners are in the market for a striker this summer who can provide them with a reliable source of goals. Their current options Gabriel …
Read More »Man Utd set Jadon Sancho asking price at just £40m this summer
Manchester United remain intent on selling Jadon Sancho this summer regardless of who the manager is, and are looking for £40m according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. United have yet to make a decision on the future of Erik ten Hag but it appears they have made their mind up when it comes to Sancho. The winger spent the second …
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