The draw for next summer’s Euro 2024 in Germany took place on Saturday, revealing the challenging paths that await some of the top teams in European football. With 21 teams already qualified for the tournament and three more spots up for grabs through a playoff tournament, anticipation is building for an exciting competition. The draw
Euro 2024, one of the most highly anticipated football tournaments, is just around the corner. With the opening match on June 14 and the final on July 14, fans all around the world are eagerly awaiting the start of the championship. But before the games begin, let’s take a closer look at how the finals
Euro 2024 is just around the corner, and with the qualification group stage complete, we now have a clear picture of which players will not be participating in the tournament. A total of 21 nations failed to make it through the qualifiers, meaning that some prominent players will be denied the chance to represent their
Qatar Airways has secured a renewed sponsorship deal with FIFA, allowing them to be the official airline sponsor for the FIFA men’s World Cup in both 2026 and 2030. This partnership will cover the North American tournament in 2026 and the subsequent tournament expected to be held in Europe, Africa, and South America in 2030.
Italy, the defending European champions, had their fans on the edge of their seats as they struggled to secure a spot in Euro 2024. With only one successful qualification out of their past four attempts, the possibility of not qualifying for the tournament was a nightmare scenario that no Azzurri fan wanted to face. Although
Italy’s prospects at Euro 2024 appear uncertain as their indifferent qualifying form places them in Pot 4 for the finals draw next month. In the previous tournament, Italy emerged as the champions, defeating England on penalties in the final of Euro 2020. However, their lackluster performance leading up to Euro 2024 raises doubts about their
France’s young sensation, Kylian Mbappé, expressed his conviction that Lionel Messi was the rightful winner of the 2022 Ballon d’Or. Despite Mbappé’s remarkable performance, including a memorable hat trick in the World Cup final, Argentina emerged victorious in a penalty shootout. Reflecting on the tournament, Mbappé stated, “I knew he would win it [Ballon d’Or]
The mid-season World Cup held in Qatar last year had a profound impact on the well-being of players from Europe’s top five football leagues. According to a study conducted by insurance group Howden, players experienced a significant increase in the number of days they were sidelined due to injuries in the months following the tournament.
As France departed Sydney Airport for the long flight home, they carried with them the most valuable piece of excess baggage imaginable: the 2023 FIPFA Powerchair World Cup trophy. Dominating the group stage, Les Bleus showcased their prowess on the field, conceding just two goals and scoring an impressive 45. In the final against England,
On Thursday, Asia’s second phase of preliminaries for the 2026 World Cup commenced with a strong showing from the dominant nations in the region. Japan, South Korea, Australia, and Iran all secured comfortable victories, showcasing their prowess on the field. In a largely second-string side, Japan’s Ayase Ueda stole the spotlight with a remarkable hat-trick,