The recent 0-0 draw between England and Slovenia raised serious concerns about Gareth Southgate’s team selection strategies. The decision to experiment with Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold in midfield, only to replace him with Chelsea’s Conor Gallagher in the next game, highlighted a lack of consistency and clarity in the lineup. This inconsistency in player choices is
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During the 1-1 draw between France and Poland at the European Championship, coach Didier Deschamps pointed out the difficulties that Kylian Mbappé faced while wearing a mask to protect his broken nose. Deschamps highlighted that the mask limited Mbappé’s peripheral vision, which added to the challenges the player was already dealing with during the match
Kylian Mbappé is all set to start for France in their Euro 2024 Group D match against Poland. After suffering a broken nose in the opening game against Austria, Mbappé was sidelined for the goalless draw with the Netherlands. However, his return to the starting lineup is crucial for France, as the 25-year-old forward brings
Real Madrid bid farewell to Nacho Fernández, a key player in their recent Champions League and La Liga triumphs, as he departs the club following the end of his contract. The 34-year-old defender, who has been with the club since the age of 10, leaves behind a legacy of success, having won a joint-club record
Italy’s dramatic last-gasp equaliser against Croatia not only secured their spot in the knockouts but also potentially marked the end of Luka Modric’s international career. The 38-year-old midfielder became the oldest scorer in European Championship history, breaking Ivica Vastic’s previous record. Despite the historic goal, Croatia remained unbeaten against Italy since gaining independence in 1990,
In the world of football, young talents are always sought after by the top clubs in Europe. One such player who has been making waves is Ukrainian midfielder Heorhiy Sudakov. Despite his young age and limited experience in top-level football, Sudakov has garnered attention from major clubs like Tottenham, Arsenal, Liverpool, and Chelsea. His journey
Manchester United’s women’s team will soon be relocated to portable buildings at the Carrington training complex. This move is being made to accommodate the men’s squad while their facilities undergo renovations, disappointing the women’s first-team players. The Previous Set-Up Last summer, the club inaugurated a £10 million building that was shared between the women’s and
The summer transfer window is in full swing across Europe, with clubs looking to bolster their squads ahead of the upcoming season. One player who has attracted significant interest is RB Leipzig midfielder Dani Olmo. The 26-year-old had an impressive campaign in the Bundesliga, notching four goals and five assists, which has caught the attention
Manchester United’s pursuit of a new midfielder has led them to Paris Saint-Germain’s Manuel Ugarte. The 23-year-old Uruguay international has caught the eye of United’s scouts, who have been monitoring him closely since his days at Sporting Lisbon. While there has not been a formal approach to PSG yet, Ugarte is on a shortlist of
Germany’s Euro 2024 campaign took an unexpected turn when substitute Niclas Füllkrug scored a stoppage-time equalizer against Switzerland, salvaging a 1-1 draw. This goal not only secured Germany’s place in the softer side of the knockout-round bracket but also raised questions about the team’s reliance on backup plans rather than their primary strategy. Julian Nagelsmann,
Scotland recently suffered a devastating 1-0 defeat to Hungary in Euro 2024, knocking them out of the competition. The defeat was sealed by a 100th-minute winner from Hungary, leaving Scotland at the bottom of Group A. This loss extended Scotland’s wait to reach the knockout stages of a major tournament for the first time in
During a recent match between Hungary and Scotland in Stuttgart, Hungary striker Barnabás Varga suffered a serious injury after colliding with Scotland goalkeeper Angus Gunn. The collision resulted in Varga breaking several bones in his face, leading to an extensive stoppage in play as he received medical attention on the field. The game ultimately ended
Luka Modric’s journey during the UEFA Man of the Match Award game was nothing short of an emotional rollercoaster. The range of emotions he displayed, from hope to despair to determination, was palpable throughout the match. The image of him holding the award with a mix of resignation and determination on his face was telling
Italy’s coach Luciano Spalletti commended his team for their resilience in securing a crucial point against Croatia in the European Championship, but was quick to point out that there is still room for improvement. The last-minute equalizer by substitute Mattia Zaccagni salvaged a 1-1 draw for Italy in Group B, propelling them into the round