Ollie Watkins experienced a moment that many only dream of – scoring a winning goal in stoppage time that sent his country, England, into a major final. The goal was a thing of beauty, showcasing his skill and composure under pressure. Watkins spun around with an impeccable touch and fired a low strike past the
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In the Euro 2024 semifinal between England and the Netherlands, Gareth Southgate demonstrated a reluctance to make swift and effective changes in the face of adversity. Despite being dominated in the first half of the game, Southgate failed to respond promptly to Ronald Koeman’s tactical adjustments. The introduction of Wout Weghorst by Koeman led to
Real Madrid’s long-awaited announcement of the signing of Kylian Mbappé has finally been made, with the French captain set to be presented at the iconic Bernabéu stadium on July 16. This unveiling is expected to attract a massive crowd of Madrid fans eager to catch a glimpse of their new star player, who will don
As the World Cup qualifiers are in full swing, there is a new rising star emerging from Uruguay – Darwin Nunez. Nunez has been a key player for the national team, showcasing his talent by scoring crucial goals and leading the team to victory. His dynamic playing style has caught the attention of fans and
The recent incidents at the Copa América semifinal between Uruguay and Colombia in Charlotte have highlighted the importance of safety and security at major sporting events. The brawl that ensued between Uruguay forward Darwin Núñez and supporters in the stands has raised concerns not only about the well-being of the players but also of their
Athletic Club president Jon Uriarte has expressed his disappointment in the way the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has handled the situation surrounding Nico Williams. Williams, a talented winger, has been bombarded with questions about his future, particularly regarding a potential move to Barcelona. This constant questioning puts unnecessary pressure on the young player and can
Jesse Marsch, the current coach of the Canadian national team, has made it clear that he has no interest in replacing Gregg Berhalter as the head coach of the USMNT. Despite being a former candidate for the position, Marsch stated in a news conference that he is content with his role with Canada and does
The English Football Association (FA) announced on Tuesday that Gareth Southgate has decided to resign as the manager of the England national football team following their defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. Despite the FA’s desire for him to continue leading the team until the 2026 World Cup, Southgate felt it was time
Spain celebrated their Euro 2024 victory in style with an open-top bus parade through the streets of Madrid. After their triumphant win against England in the final in Berlin, the team was greeted with cheers and adoration from fans as they made their way through the city. This victory marked the fourth time that Spain
The security breach at the Hard Rock Stadium had a significant impact on the Colombia national team players ahead of their 2024 Copa América final against Argentina. According to their head coach, Nestor Lorenzo, the breach caused anxiety among the players as fans without tickets broke through the venue’s southwest gate. As a result, the
Manchester United faced a disappointing start to their preseason campaign with a 1-0 loss against Norwegian side Rosenborg. The game appeared to be heading towards a goalless draw until Noah Holm scored with the last kick of the game, securing the victory for the hosts. The team’s lackluster performance can be attributed to the absence
The Copa America final between Argentina and Colombia took a turn when Lionel Messi was forced off the field with an apparent right ankle injury. This unfortunate incident occurred in the second half of the highly anticipated match, leaving fans worried about the superstar’s well-being. The sight of Messi collapsing to the field and signaling
Canada men’s national team head coach Jesse Marsch understands the immense challenge that lies ahead when his team faces off against Lionel Messi and Argentina in the Copa América semifinal. After a disappointing performance in the previous match against Messi, Marsch expressed the importance of implementing a defensive plan to limit the Argentine forward’s impact
The recent announcement of the United States men’s Olympic team roster has generated excitement among soccer fans, with Colorado Rapids midfielder Djordje Mihailovic, FC Cincinnati defender Miles Robinson, and Nashville defender Walker Zimmerman named as the headline players. Manager Marko Mitrović has selected a total of 18 players for the squad, with the trio of
Kylian Mbappé, the talented striker for France, has been facing criticism for his performances in Euro 2024. However, his manager, Didier Deschamps, has come to his defence. Despite scoring only once in the tournament, Deschamps reminded the critics of Mbappé’s impressive achievements in the sport. He highlighted Mbappé’s history-making moments in previous World Cup finals,
During the European Championship quarterfinal match against the Netherlands, Turkish supporters were seen making a controversial nationalistic hand gesture that resulted in a player being banned from the game. Berlin police reported that the fans were displaying this gesture in a massive manner, leading them to halt the march and request the fans to stop.
Canada made history by claiming a 4-3 penalty shootout victory over Venezuela to secure a spot in the Copa América semifinals in their debut appearance. It was a thrilling match that ended in a 1-1 draw in regulation time before the North American side edged past their opponents in the shootout. Wilker Ángel missed a
San Diego Wave president Jill Ellis has refuted the allegations of an abusive work environment made by a former employee of the National Women’s Soccer League team. The former employee, Brittany Alvarado, accused the team of discriminatory practices that took a toll on her mental health. In response, Ellis released a statement to The Associated
Back in December 2012, Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappé met for the first time, setting the stage for a clash of generations that would unfold over the next decade. At the time, Ronaldo was the established superstar at Real Madrid, while Mbappé was just a teenager on a scouting trip from Paris. Fast forward to
During the intense round-of-16 match against Slovakia, Jude Bellingham’s incredible 95th-minute bicycle kick secured a crucial equalizer for England, ultimately saving them from elimination. John Stones expressed his belief that this goal could serve as a pivotal moment for the team’s emotional dynamics throughout the Euro 2024 campaign. Stones emphasized the significance of scoring under
Manchester United has officially announced the extension of Erik ten Hag’s contract until 2026. This decision comes after the club triggered a one-year option, keeping him in the role of „first team manager.“ The Dutch coach expressed his satisfaction with the agreement, highlighting the progress made during his time at the club. Sources close to
Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni expressed uncertainty about Lionel Messi’s status for the upcoming Copa America quarterfinal against Ecuador. Despite participating in the evening training session, Messi’s availability for the match remains unclear. Scaloni mentioned that a final decision on Messi’s inclusion in the lineup would be made after assessing his performance in training. This uncertainty
Portugal left-back Nuno Mendes, at 22 years old, is eagerly anticipating the opportunity to go up against his former teammate, Kylian Mbappé, in the upcoming Euro 2024 quarterfinal match. Mendes had the privilege of playing alongside Mbappé during their time at Paris Saint-Germain before the French forward made the switch to Real Madrid as a
Cristiano Ronaldo recently announced that the 2024 European Championship in Germany will be his last. This decision marks the end of a remarkable era in the world of football, as Ronaldo has been a dominant force in the sport for decades. With a record-breaking sixth appearance in the European Championships, Ronaldo’s impact on the game
Jude Bellingham, the young midfielder for England, recently found himself at the center of attention after a crucial equalizer goal during England’s Euro 2024 round of 16 match against Slovakia. After a series of lackluster performances, Bellingham was under immense pressure to prove himself as one of the brightest talents in the game. However, instead
Mexico’s Copa América journey took a nosedive as they failed to secure a spot in the tournament’s knockout round. Despite manager Jaime „Jimmy“ Lozano’s optimism before the crucial game against Ecuador, El Tri found themselves sinking in the choppy waters of Group B. The disappointing group stage exit left Mexico stranded at third place, unable
Argentina national team assistant coach Walter Samuel provided an update on Lionel Messi’s injury status, stating that the captain’s condition is showing signs of improvement as they prepare for the upcoming Copa América quarterfinals. Messi was sidelined for the team’s recent match against Peru due to a right hamstring injury sustained during the game against
The United States men’s national team forward, Tim Weah, has found himself in hot water after being suspended for an additional match and fined $3,000 for his red card incident against Panama at the Copa América. Weah was ejected from the USMNT’s game against Panama after an extended-arm jab to the back of the head