…Austria in the last 32. That impressive performance served notice to their rivals, and midfield general Rodri said that was just the start. "Spain's evolution (at the tournament) has been gradual," the 30-year-old Manchester City ace told reporters on Sunday ahead of the meeting with Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal in Tex…
…in North America approaches. After a first half littered with more bookings than shots, midfielder Azzedine Ounahi fired the opener on 50 minutes. Canada - playing the biggest game in their footballing history - pushed for an equaliser, but Ounahi scored his second to finally see off the resistance of Jesse Marsch's me…
…Switzerland in Vancouver on Tuesday and a chance to reach the quarter-finals. Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey fizzed a shot just wide in the opening minute but that proved a false dawn for the African nation. Colombia were forced into an early change when Jhon Cordoba pulled up with an apparent groin injury and was repl…
…into the path of Balogun, who tucked it under the goalkeeper. Impressive holding midfielder Tyler Adams nearly created a second before the break. He found Sergino Dest, who headed back to Balogun. His shot from the six-yard line clipped the crossbar on its way over. - Historic win - Just five minutes into the second ha…
…to fight for this game,” he added. Queiroz is expected to recall Thomas Partey in midfield after he was denied a visa by Canadian authorities for the opening game in Toronto. The Villarreal player is facing trial on rape charges in Britain but denies the allegations. Queiroz also said a late decision would be made on g…
…off without Leo, today it became clear that Leo is the most important of them all,” midfielder Alexis Mac Allister said after the Algeria show. He may not have the legs of yesteryear and he now plays more in fits and starts, but the rest of the Argentina side are more than happy to do the dirty work and let him turn it…
Sweden midfielder Lucas Bergvall has asked to leave Tottenham Hotspur this summer.
…security zone in Lebanon. In a statement on Sunday, Katz said the Israel Defence Forces, IDF, are free to act to eliminate threats. “Preserving the lives of our soldiers and citizens is a top and absolute priority,” Katz said. The statement was made as negotiations between the US and Iran started in Switzerland on Sund…
Austria midfielder, Konrad Laimer has named Argentina the best team at the ongoing FIFA World Cup tournament. The Bayern Munich star also named Argentina captain Lionel Messi as the best player in the world. The 29-year-old spoke to FIFA’s official website ahead of Austria’s World Cup Group J clash with Argentina on Mo…
Sky Sports' Michael Bridge explains why Spurs' pursuit for the Italian midfielder isn't over.
…“I think we came here to compete, and to compete, you have to win every game,” US star midfielder Malik Tillman told AFP in Seattle after the win. “In the end, if you want to win the tournament, same again, you have to win every game. I think that’s also our goal for the next one.” So far the US have only faced limited…
…The Israeli military said it targeted Hezbollah positions in retaliation, adding, "The IDF remains committed to the ceasefire agreement." Hezbollah rejected the allegation, insisting it had "adhered to the ceasefire since Friday evening," while accusing Israel of spreading false claims to justify further attacks and "s…
…Romano, wrote on X: “EXCLUSIVE: Inter Miami complete deal to sign Casemiro as new midfielder, here we go! “Verbal agreement sealed with all parties involved and all formal steps resolved, now waiting to sign and announce the Brazilian. “Casemiro wants to play with Messi. Future in MLS.” Casemiro is currently with the B…
Midfielder Omaka Anthony has left Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side, Rivers United, after seeing out his contract with the club. Anthony parted ways with the Pride of Rivers after one season in Port Harcourt. The midfielder had a short spell with Benin Republic side ASVO FC. His return to NPFL with Rivers Uni…
Turkish Süper Lig powerhouse, Besiktas has identified Fiorentina midfielder, Rolando Mandragora as a replacement for Super Eagles star, Wilfred Ndidi, amid increasing uncertainty regarding the Nigerian’s future at the club. Ndidi, who made the switch to the Black and Whites from Leicester City, has become the focus of…
Bayern Munich legend, Thomas Muller, has urged his old club to sign Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi after his recent performance for Switzerland at the ongoing FIFA World Cup tournament. Manzambi was impressive, scoring a brace as Switzerland defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-1. The 20-year-old had attracted interes…
Canada midfielder Ismaël Koné was stretchered off the field in the second half of the host nation's match against Qatar on Thursday at BC Place in Vancouver.
…the subject of multiple criminal charges for sexual violence in the UK".Former Arsenal midfielder Partey pleaded not guilty to seven charges of rape and one count of sexual assault relating to allegations by four different women between 2020 and 2022 and is scheduled to stand trial next year.Immigration, Refugees and C…
…was refused a visa because of ongoing criminal proceedings in the UK.Former Arsenal midfielder Partey pleaded not guilty to seven charges of rape and one count of sexual assault relating to allegations by four different women between 2020 and 2022 and is scheduled to stand trial next year.Partey wrongly told officials…
…in February 2002."The players didn't know we would play with a shirt with no sleeves," midfielder Eric Djemba-Djemba told BBC Sport Africa back in 2023."When we came to the dressing room we said, 'Wow, this is a new generation of shirt'. When we went on to the pitch the world was watching and it became famous."Everybod…
…duo of Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyökeres were both on target against Tunisia, while midfielder Yasin Ayari scored twice in a standout display. Potter, however, insisted his players are keeping their feet on the ground despite the impressive opening result. "There were lots of positives for us in terms of stability. It…
…be an empty chair at Ella Toone's wedding this summer.The England and Manchester United midfielder is preparing to walk down the aisle without her dad Nick - the man she dedicates every goal to and credits as the "main reason" where she is in her career.In a new BBC documentary, 24 Hours with Ella Toone, she opens up o…
…'you're not going to get the ball'."A lone goal came in the 11th minute from Italy midfielder Giuseppe Giannini, and the blowout did not follow. Both Vialli and Salvatore 'Toto' Schillaci, whom Armstrong marked in the second half, failed to score."A very unimpressive Italian performance which will cause some indignatio…
…all too well is Woodensky Pierre, Haiti's only domestic-based player.The defensive midfielder was raised in the slum of Cite Soleil and plays for one of Haiti's biggest clubs, Violette AC, whose home ground - the Stade Sylvio Cator - had hosted Haiti's home matches until it was taken over by gangs two years ago.Violett…
…one to 48 - every World Cup team ranked after first gamePublished18 JuneKane stuck in midfield when England lost the ballIn the first half, England launched numerous dangerous direct attacks.They did this by first looking to pass the ball back hoping to entice the opposition to press high. Declan Rice pulled into a wid…