The Euro 2024 quarterfinal defeat to the Netherlands left Turkey captain Hakan Çalhanoglu in tears. At 30 years old, this may have been his last chance at reaching the final of a major tournament. Watching their team let slip a 1-0 lead to lose 2-1, the thousands of Turkey fans who had crammed into Berlin’s
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England’s performance at Euro 2024 has been far from impressive, with a reliance on gritty wins rather than stylish football. The spotlight has fallen on captain Harry Kane, the team’s star striker, who is facing questions about his effectiveness on the pitch. Despite his impressive track record as England’s all-time leading goal scorer and a
Bukayo Saka, the young football star who faced a devastating penalty miss in the Euro 2020 final against Italy, followed by a barrage of racist abuse, demonstrated true resilience and strength in the Euro 2024 quarterfinals. Despite the immense pressure and scrutiny he faced after that heartbreaking loss, Saka emerged as England’s hero in their
Roberto Martínez, the coach of the Portugal national team, expressed uncertainty about Cristiano Ronaldo’s future with the team following their exit from Euro 2024. Despite Ronaldo’s achievements and status as a football legend, Martínez stated that it was too early to determine if the match against France would be Ronaldo’s last appearance in a Portugal
During the European Championship quarterfinal between Turkey and the Netherlands, Turkish supporters were seen making nationalistic hand gestures that led to a police intervention in Berlin. The Berlin police described the situation as fans massively showing the gesture, which resulted in them asking the supporters to stop making it. While the fans were allowed to
Kylian Mbappé, the star and captain of the French national team, faced a difficult situation during the Euro 2024 quarterfinal match against Portugal. The player requested to be substituted before the start of the second period of extra time because he was feeling tired. This decision came after a series of matches where Mbappé had
Cristiano Ronaldo, the legendary Portuguese footballer, found himself in the midst of disappointment at the end of Portugal’s Euro 2020 campaign. Despite his stellar career and numerous accomplishments, Ronaldo’s performance in the tournament raised eyebrows and led to questions about the handling of his role by Portugal boss Roberto Martinez. While Ronaldo’s credentials as one
The recent clash between Spain and Germany at Euro 2024 proved to be a monumental moment for the Spanish national team. Coach Luis de la Fuente described his players as “insatiable” for success following their historic win against the host country, Germany. This victory marked the first time in 10 attempts that Spain managed to
Gareth Southgate, the manager of the England national football team, has faced criticism for dismissing the notion that England has an easier draw in the Euro 2024 knockouts. He argues that such entitlement mentality is what annoys other nations and creates unnecessary drama. Instead, he points out that England should focus on playing to the
Merih Demiral, the Turkish defender, has been at the center of controversy after his celebration during a recent match at Euro 2024. UEFA handed him a two-game suspension for displaying a hand sign associated with an ultranationalist group. The decision was based on the violation of the general principles of conduct, the basic rules of
The clash between Germany and Spain in the Euro 2024 quarterfinals promises to be a showdown of possession-based football titans. The evolution of both national teams’ playing styles over the years has brought them closer together, with Spain’s influence on German football becoming increasingly evident. From the World Cup encounters to club level success, the
As Portugal gears up to face France in the Euro 2024 quarterfinals, all eyes seem to be on the epic showdown between Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappé. The match is being hyped up as a passing of the baton from the seasoned Ronaldo to the rising star Mbappé, with both players leading their national teams
John Stones reflects on Jude Bellingham’s incredible goal against Slovakia as a potential turning point for England’s Euro 2024 campaign. The last-minute equalizer not only saved the team from elimination but also instilled a new sense of belief and unity among the players. Stones mentions how the goal was a high-pressure moment that showcased the
The upcoming Euro 2024 quarterfinal between Germany and Spain is generating a lot of buzz, especially due to the young stars on both teams. Germany’s 21-year-old forward Jamal Musiala has been in stellar form, scoring three goals in four games including a crucial one in the round of 16 win over Denmark. On the other