Match Preview Spain cruised into the last 16 at Euro 2024 as group winners having registered wins against Croatia and Italy with their performances marking them out as potential title challengers. Next up is a game against Albania in Dusseldorf that has little riding on it for Spain but plenty for the Albanians. Sylvinho’s side have one point from their …
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“Remember what it was like…” Harry Kane responds after England criticism
England captain Harry Kane has responded to the recent criticism he and his side have faced after their recent draw with Denmark. Despite winning their opening game of the tournament, defeating Serbia 1-0 last Sunday, there were a lot of questions surrounding their performance as they were overrun in the second half. These questions then turned to criticism after their …
Read More »England captain Kane hits back at Lineker and Co
Harry Kane says former England players should remember their own lack of success with the national team before criticising the current squad. England’s performance against Denmark on Tuesday was widely panned in the media with ex-England striker Gary Lineker describing it as “s***”, with Alan Shearer and Ian Wright also voicing their displeasure. England have not won a major trophy …
Read More »Williams Chelsea, Broja future, Yoro Liverpool
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Read More »Report: Chelsea ready to trigger termination clause of Barcelona’s No. 1 transfer target
Barcelona are facing a two-fold challenge in their attempt to sign Nico Williams. Initially, it was reported that his high salary demands could pose a significant problem and now, a report from Mundo Deportivo indicates that Chelsea are willing to pay the termination clause to Athletic Bilbao, making the situation even more difficult for Barcelona. Nico had a standout season …
Read More »Mexico defeats Jamaica, but loses Edson Alvarez to injury
Mexico picked up an opening night win at the 2024 Copa America on Saturday, but lost captain Edson Alvarez due to an apparent hamstring injury. Alvarez left the eventual 1-0 victory over Jamaica at the half hour mark and was visibly seen in tears as he left the field. The West Ham United midfielder raced back to try and stop …
Read More »Cristiano Ronaldo sets new European Championship record
Cristiano Ronaldo has set yet another record at the UEFA European Championship as he adds to his already impressive career accolades. The Portuguese superstar is currently playing in his sixth European Championship as he attempts to lead his side to another trophy in Germany. Ronaldo was part of the squad who won the tournament outright in 2016 although he was …
Read More »Newcastle hopeful of signing Calvert-Lewin
Newcastle are hoping to boost the attacking options at manager Eddie Howe’s disposal by signing Dominic Calvert-Lewin from Everton this summer, according to multiple sources. The 27-year-old scored a late penalty to earn Everton a point when the two teams met in April at St. James’ Park, after Alexander Isak gave the Magpies an early lead. Calvert-Lewin is about to …
Read More »“I don’t even think about it” – Former La Masia defender rules out prospect of future return
Spain and Chelsea full-back Marc Cucurella has revealed that he has never considered returning to his old club, Barcelona. It must be noted that Cucurella spent his early years training at Barcelona’s famous youth academy, La Masia, where he made his debut with the first team. His only appearance was a brief seven-minute stint in a cup match during the …
Read More »Juventus ownership vetoes move for Man United winger Mason Greeenwood
The ownership of Juventus have reportedly objected to the transfer of Manchester United winger Mason Greenwood. The Bianconeri have been linked with a move for the 22-year-old in recent months, possibly as a replacement for Federico Chiesa who could leave the club this summer following Thiago Motta’s arrival. According to La Repubblica via IlBianconero, Juventus Football Director Cristiano Giuntoli is …
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