Georgia may be the lowest-ranked team at Euro 2024, but coach Willy Sagnol is determined not to alter his team’s attacking tactics now that they have progressed to the knockout stages for the first time in their history. Despite facing the heavyweight Spanish side, Sagnol emphasized the importance of maintaining their style of play and
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The transfer of United States international midfielder Aidan Morris to Middlesbrough of the English Championship marks a significant milestone in the young athlete’s career. The reported $4 million transfer fee plus a percentage of any future sell-on fees showcases the potential that Morris possesses. At the age of 22, he has already made a name
Croatia has been fined a substantial amount of €105,000 by UEFA for incidents that occurred during the Euro 2024 match against Italy. The Croatian Football Association announced the fine, mentioning that Croatian fans were involved in throwing objects, lighting flares, and demonstrating inappropriate behavior during the game in Leipzig. This behavior was in stark contrast
Ralf Rangnick’s journey from a disastrous spell at Manchester United to guiding Austria into the round of 16 at Euro 2024 has been nothing short of remarkable. After winning just 11 of his 29 games in charge at Old Trafford, Rangnick faced criticism and doubt. However, his success with the Austrian national team has silenced
Following England’s 0-0 draw with Slovenia, a disappointing performance by the team led to fans venting their frustration by throwing beer cups. The incident resulted in the friends and families of England players becoming unintended targets of this unruly behavior. Defender Ezri Konsa described how the families were hit “from all angles,” causing them to
The UEFA European Championship group stage saw relatively smooth sailing for the tournament’s betting favorites. France, the 2018 World Cup champions and 2022 finalists, emerged as the team with the most tickets at various sportsbooks, including ESPN BET, DraftKings, and FanDuel. Despite the significant support for Les Bleus, their odds have actually lengthened from the
At a recent European Championship match, Cristiano Ronaldo narrowly avoided a potentially dangerous situation when a fan jumped from the crowd to get close to him. This incident highlighted the ongoing issue of fan behavior at sporting events, particularly when it comes to interacting with players on the field. Despite the excitement and enthusiasm of
Marc Guéhi, a key player for the England national team, has shared his thoughts on the Euro 2024 draw. Despite avoiding heavyweights like France, Spain, Germany, and Portugal in their potential route to the final, Guéhi remains adamant that there is no favorable side of the draw. He acknowledges that every opponent in the competition
Manchester United is gearing up for the upcoming season by expecting both Jadon Sancho and Mason Greenwood to report back to training if they have not left the club by the start of preseason. The club has set a deadline for players not involved in the European Championship or Copa América to return to Carrington
In a surprising turn of events, Nacho has officially joined Al Qadsiah on a two-year deal after parting ways with his long-time club, Real Madrid. The Spanish defender, known for his leadership qualities on and off the pitch, made the decision to move to the Saudi Pro League club following his impressive stint with Madrid.
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, the hero of Georgia’s stunning victory over Portugal in Euro 2024, revealed that a pre-match encounter with Cristiano Ronaldo played a crucial role in inspiring his team to believe in an upset. Kvaratskhelia, who scored the opening goal just 92 seconds into the game, expressed his admiration for Ronaldo, labeling him as his
The journey of Ukraine’s national team at Euro 2024 came to a heartbreaking end with a draw against Belgium that saw them bow out of the tournament. Despite showing a strong resolve and unwavering spirit in their performance, the team fell short of advancing to the next round. The 0-0 result left them at the
England forward Phil Foden has temporarily left the team’s Euro 2024 camp and returned to the U.K. to deal with a “pressing family matter,” a Football Association spokesperson said in a statement on Wednesday. Foden’s absence comes at a crucial time for England as they prepare for the round-of-16 match on Sunday. Foden, who has
Major League Soccer has recently announced plans to take a break during the 2026 season to align with the World Cup. This decision comes as a way to prevent incomplete rosters and ensure a smooth competition throughout the tournament. While the exact length of the pause has not been determined yet, the league recognizes the