Bayern Munich star Alphonso Davies had a disappointing end to the 2024 Copa America as his failed Panenka attempt sealed Canada’s loss to Uruguay in the third-place game. After Jonathan David and Luis Suarez scored late goals to push the match to a penalty kick shootout, Canada would fall short of pulling off the upset win over the South American …
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Sophia Smith leads USWNT past Mexico for pre-Olympic win
The U.S. women’s national team gained some needed confidence in the first of two pre-Olympic friendlies this month. Sophia Smith’s second-half strike was all Emma Hayes’ squad needed to claim a 1-0 home victory over Concacaf rivals Mexico at Red Bull Arena. It marked the Americans’ eighth-straight win in all competitions. The Americans were held at bay in the first …
Read More »Liverpool star faces concerning stat ahead of Colombia-Argentina
Colombia will face Argentina in the 2024 Copa America final at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, FL. While Los Cafeteros might have several supporters on its side, the squad will need its best players to step up. James Rodríguez has been the star for the Colombians with one goal and six assists. While the 33-year-old will probably keep his impressive …
Read More »Tottenham star delivers stunning opening goal in Uruguay-Canada
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur wants to help Uruguay end its Copa America tournament on a positive note as they face Canada in the third-place match. Uruguay opened the scoring quickly in the eighth minute, as Bentancur’s impressive turnaround shot beat Canadian goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau. After falling short in the semifinals, this will be the consolation prize for Marcelo Bielsa …
Read More »Navas hoping to end dream Spain career with historic win
On the eve of his final game for Spain, Jesus Navas says he has got the ‘absolute maximum’ out of a career which was his dream as a child. The 38-year-old wing-back is likely to make-way for Dani Carvajal, back from suspension, as La Roja take on England in Berlin’s Olympiastadion on Sunday night – a game which will be …
Read More »Declan Rice reveals Mikel Arteta message ahead of Spain clash
Declan Rice has revealed what Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said to him after England’s semi-final win against Switzerland. After a rollercoaster tournament in Germany, Gareth Southgate’s men prepare for a titanic clash with an in-form Spain side in the final of the European Championship on Sunday night. Three years on from their heartbreaking penalty shootout loss to Italy, England fans …
Read More »Former Manchester United star ‘on the verge’ of joining Italian side
Former Manchester United defender Raphael Varane looks set to be on his way to a new club after reportedly agreeing a deal with Serie A side Como. With Erik ten Hag now secured in his position as manager moving forward, many Manchester United fans are excited about the potential signings that the club could make in the transfer window with …
Read More »Spain boss knew England would ‘switch on’
Luis de la Fuente knew England would eventually get it right at Euro 2024 and says they will be more of a threat to Spain than France or Germany. Spain have won all six games – the first to ever do so at a European Championships – and have beaten 2018 World Cup runners-up Croatia, Euro 2020 winners Italy, three-time …
Read More »Euro 2024: ‘Time to get over the winning line’
Harry Kane says now is the time for this England generation to ‘get over the line’ and banish the heartbreak of Wembley once and for all. The Three Lions skipper admitted this European Championship campaign had been fuelled by the pain of losing on penalties to Italy on home soil at Euro 2020. Despite some low-key performances earlier in the …
Read More »Leeds set to sign Glen Kamara replacement despite new arrival
Leeds United will reportedly look to sign a replacement for Glen Kamara despite the arrival of Joe Rothwell from Bournemouth on a loan deal. After falling agonisingly close to promotion back to the Premier League, Leeds United must pick themselves up and prepare for another relentless season in the Championship. But Daniel Farke’s side must do without Glen Kamara who …
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