World Soccer Talk

What a match yesterday between Italy and Germany, and what a performance by the Italian team — especially Mario Balotelli. Not surprisingly, Super Mario is the center of attention today in some of the Euro 2012 news headlines: Mario Balotelli dedicates Italy v Germany goals to mother — The Guardian Now Spain have entered the […]

Germany vs Italy 2:45pm ET TV schedule Buy Germany and Italy shirts Germany plays Italy today in the Euro 2012 semi-final, in a very highly anticipated game that will hopefully be much more exciting than yesterday's snoozefest (apart from the exciting penalty kick shootout). Good news for Italy. Chiellini is back, and will be playing as a left back for […]

There's a ton of Euro 2012 news today. Each of the following news headlines could be its own story on EPL Talk, so let's jump right into the day's news: Cristiano Ronaldo says coach told him to take fifth penalty — The Guardian Italy ready to gamble on former West Ham striker Alessandro Diamanti in […]

Portugal vs Spain 2:45pm ET TV schedule Buy Portugal and Spain shirts Iberian bragging rights are up for grabs today as Spain takes on Portugal in the Euro 2012 semi-final. The winner will play in Sunday's final. The loser will go home. There's so much on the line in this one. Will Spain move a step closer to winning a […]

Rio Ferdinand is at it again. Before the tournament, he was opening his big mouth. And now after the tournament, he's digging his own England grave by criticizing Roy Hodgson's England tactics and selections. With Hodgson in charge for the next World Cup, Ferdinand is essentially ending any chance of playing for England. Maybe he […]

Roy Hodgson has given an insight into his revolution that he'll be undertaking at England, now that he has more time to settle in to his position and to shape England's future. Before we get to the news, be sure to listen to the latest Euro Talk Podcast episodes to stay plugged in on all […]

A new photo has been leaked of Liverpool's third shirt for the 2012-13 season. Designed and manufactured by Warrior, Liverpool's new third shirt is dark purple with orange trim. The Liverpool crest, sponsor name and apparel logo, meanwhile, are a gold-yellow color. After a promising start by Warrior after they unveiled Liverpool's new home shirt, […]

Sunderland has unveiled their new away shirt for the 2012-13 season, as well as a new shirt sponsor. The new Sunderland away shirt is blue with cyan trim. The shirt sponsor, according to Sunderland's website, "aims to promote the continent's credentials as a key global business destination along with offering businesses across the North East […]

The word for the day is depression. But life goes on. Here's the latest Euro 2012 news headlines. Paul Scholes is England's Pirlo, says Michael Owen — Manchester Evening News Spain won't change despite 'boring' tag, says Xabi Alonso — The Guardian Euro 2012 a Hit for TSN in Canada — Canadian Sports Media Blog […]

Okay England fans, take a deep breath. We're almost there. For many of us, this will be the match of the tournament. The good news is that England is as best prepared for this match as they'll ever be. They are no injury doubts, and the team has a game plan. The only thing in […]

Spain vs France: 2:45pm ET TV schedule Buy Spain and France shirts Many soccer fans will be salivating over today's match between France and Spain. If you like your soccer served on a platter of attractive football, with the ball skimming the grass for the majority of the game, this could end up being one of the most entertaining matches […]

If you wanted a weekend of quality soccer, you've got it — with France against Spain today, and Italy versus England tomorrow. There is nothing better! When you get a chance, be sure to catch up on any of the Euro Talk podcast episodes — daily goodness from Laurence, Kartik, Kristan, Morgan and Matt. Meanwhile, […]

Germany vs Greece: 2:45pm ET TV schedule Buy Germany and Greece shirts On paper, this is the most one-sided quarter-final match of Euro 2012. But that's before it kicks off. Once the referee blows the whistle to kick off this game, anything goes. Don't underestimate the Greek team. It all just depends which Greece team shows up. The one who […]

You could argue that Wigan Athletic has raised their profile in the past few months, after their incredible finish to the season, as well as interest from a few Premier League clubs to convince Wigan manager Roberto Martinez to join their club. Whether Martinez will be in charge at Wigan at the start of the […]

England's unbeaten run in Euro 2012 is one thing, but now German central defender Mats Hummels has described England as "Machines." Let's hope Germany and England can win their respective games this weekend, so we can see the man vs machine semi-final next Thursday! Here are the top Euro 2012 news headlines from the past […]