Athletic Club president Jon Uriarte has spoken out against the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) for failing to protect Nico Williams from the media scrutiny he has faced regarding his future. Williams, a 21-year-old winger, has been bombarded with questions about a potential move to Barcelona while representing Spain at the European Championship. Despite signing a
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England’s Euro 2024 semifinal against the Netherlands was a pivotal moment for Gareth Southgate and his team. After a first half that ended tied at 1-1, Dutch boss Ronald Koeman made strategic changes that threatened to derail England’s campaign. Southgate’s hesitation in making substitutions, reminiscent of past tournament failures, raised concerns about his ability to
Ollie Watkins experienced a fairytale moment in Dortmund that schoolkids often dream of on the playground. Coming off the bench as a substitute, he scored a winning goal in stoppage time, propelling England into the Euro 2024 final against Spain. Watkins’ remarkable goal, with his back to goal and under tight marking, showcased his skill
Ollie Watkins, the matchwinner for England in their 2-1 victory over Netherlands at the European Championship, swore on his life that he had planned the decisive goal with Cole Palmer on the sidelines before coming on as substitutes. This goal, which will go down in England history, came at a crucial moment when the game
The UK Football Policing Unit reported that five people were injured in clashes between England and Netherlands fans in Dortmund ahead of the Euro 2024 semifinal. Shocking videos on social media depicted Dutch fans attacking England supporters and causing chaos outside a bar in the German city just hours before the game. A spokesperson for
Real Madrid has officially announced that they will be presenting their new star signing, Kylian Mbappé, at the Bernabéu on July 16. The French captain will be donning the iconic No. 9 shirt for Los Blancos, a move that has sent waves of excitement throughout the footballing world. This unveiling is expected to draw a
In October 2023, Darwin Núñez, the young center-forward for Uruguay, emerged as a rising star in South American football. Núñez’s journey to the top was not without its challenges, as he faced criticism for taking the place of Uruguayan legends Luis Suárez and Edinson Cavani. However, with his performance on the field, Núñez quickly silenced
Canada’s head coach, Jesse Marsch, has acknowledged the challenge of facing Lionel Messi and Argentina in the upcoming Copa América semifinal. Marsch emphasized the importance of not allowing Messi to have the same freedom he had in their previous encounter. The defensive plan revolves around limiting Messi’s space and tracking his movements effectively without resorting
The recently announced United States men’s Olympic soccer team roster for the upcoming tournament in Paris features an array of talented young players, along with three experienced “overage” players. Among the standout names included on the 18-player roster are Djordje Mihailovic, Miles Robinson, and Walker Zimmerman. Manager Marko Mitrović had the challenging task of assembling
France’s manager, Didier Deschamps, has recently defended his star player, Kylian Mbappé, amidst criticism of his performance in Euro 2024. Despite only scoring once in the tournament – a penalty against Poland in the final group game, Mbappé has been under scrutiny for his lack of goals from open play. Deschamps stood by his captain,
Turkish supporters who were heading to the European Championship quarterfinal against the Netherlands were observed making a nationalistic hand gesture that resulted in a player being banned from the match. Berlin police reported that the fans were heavily displaying the gesture, prompting the authorities to intervene. The fans were requested to proceed to the game
Canada made history by claiming a 4-3 penalty shootout win over Venezuela, securing their spot in the Copa América semifinals in their debut appearance. The thrilling contest ended with a 1-1 draw, but Canada’s resilience and determination prevailed in the shootout. With both teams tied after five penalty kicks each, Maxime Crepeau made a crucial
San Diego Wave president Jill Ellis responded to allegations of an abusive work environment made by a former employee of the National Women’s Soccer League team. Ellis called the allegations “false” and “personally damaging.” In her statement to The Associated Press, Ellis emphasized that mental health concerns are a priority for the club and that
Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappé’s paths crossed for the first time 12 years ago in Madrid, marking the meeting of a seasoned superstar and a budding talent. The significance of this encounter is not lost as they prepare to face each other once again, this time in Hamburg. Mbappé, now at the helm of Real
John Stones expressed his belief that Jude Bellingham’s incredible goal against Slovakia may serve as a turning point for England’s Euro 2024 campaign. The last-minute equaliser not only saved the team from elimination but also showcased their resilience and determination. Stones emphasized the emotional impact of such a pivotal moment, highlighting the unity and belief
In an announcement that has caused mixed reactions among fans, Manchester United confirmed on Thursday that Erik ten Hag has extended his contract with the club until 2026. This decision came after United triggered a one-year option to retain Ten Hag as the “first team manager.” While some supporters may have reservations about this extension,
The uncertainty surrounding Lionel Messi’s status for Argentina’s Copa América quarterfinal against Ecuador is a cause for concern. Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni revealed that a decision on Messi’s participation would be made after the evening training session. Given that Messi missed Argentina’s final group stage match due to a right leg injury, Scaloni’s cautious approach
Portugal’s left-back Nuno Mendes is eagerly anticipating the opportunity to go up against France’s star player and his former Paris Saint-Germain teammate, Kylian Mbappé, in the upcoming Euro 2024 quarterfinal match. Mendes, who spent two seasons playing alongside Mbappé before the French forward’s move to Real Madrid, is looking forward to the challenge. Despite now