Gareth Southgate, the manager of the England national football team, has pushed back against claims that England received an easier pathway in the Euro 2024 knockout draw. Southgate dismissed the notion of entitlement within the nation, suggesting that such attitudes can create drama and irritate opponents. He emphasized the need for focus on the upcoming
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Turkey defender Merih Demiral has been suspended for two games by UEFA following his celebration during a Euro 2024 match against Austria. The hand sign he displayed was associated with an ultranationalist group, prompting UEFA to take action against him for violating the general principles of conduct and bringing the sport into disrepute. As a
As Portugal gears up to face France in the Euro 2024 quarterfinals, all eyes are on the showdown between Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappé. The match at Volksparkstadion is being touted as a symbolic “passing of the baton” from the legendary Ronaldo to the emerging star Mbappé. However, according to Bernardo Silva, the significance of
As the Euro 2024 quarterfinal between Germany and Spain approaches, all eyes are on the clash between two young talents, Jamal Musiala and Lamine Yamal. Both players have shown exceptional skill and promise in the tournament, capturing the attention of fans and pundits alike. Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has expressed his focus on Jamal Musiala
Kylian Mbappé, the talented French forward, has once again expressed his admiration for Cristiano Ronaldo, labeling him as “unique.” This admiration is not new, as Mbappé has shown his respect for the Portuguese star on multiple occasions. Despite gearing up to face Ronaldo’s Portugal in the quarterfinal clash, Mbappé has maintained a positive stance towards
John Stones believes that Jude Bellingham’s last-minute equalizer against Slovakia in the round-of-16 match can be a pivotal moment in England’s Euro 2024 campaign. The dramatic goal, scored in the 95th minute, helped England avoid elimination and forced extra time. Stones expressed how the team’s unity and belief were strengthened by the emotional rollercoaster they
Back in December 2012, Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappé crossed paths for the first time, setting the stage for what would become a fascinating tale of two footballing legends. Ronaldo, the established Real Madrid superstar, and Mbappé, a young talent from Paris, met at Madrid’s Valdebebas training center. A photo captured Ronaldo’s smile and thumbs
The upcoming Euro 2024 quarterfinal between Germany and Spain is not just any ordinary clash. It represents a meeting of two footballing titans who have evolved over the years to embrace possession-based styles of play. This transformation is no mere coincidence. Looking back to the Euro 2008 final, where Germany and Spain faced off, one
The recent shaky performances of England’s national team at Euro 2024 have left many fans and media outlets criticizing manager Gareth Southgate for his team selection and tactics. However, midfielder Phil Foden believes that the blame should be placed on the players themselves. Foden expressed his sympathy for Southgate, stating that it is time for
Portugal’s left-back Nuno Mendes is eagerly looking forward to the opportunity to play against France’s star forward and his former Paris Saint-Germain teammate, Kylian Mbappé, in the upcoming Euro 2024 quarterfinal. Mendes, 22, had the chance to share the dressing room with Mbappé during their time at PSG before the French striker made his move