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/ 262 days ago

Denmark coach Riemer weighs in on Ronaldo vs. Messi debate ahead of Nations League clash with Portugal

Ahead of the Nations League game against Portugal, Denmark coach Brian Riemer made his take on the Cristiano Ronaldo vs. Lionel Messi debate.
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/ 266 days ago

Kylian Mbappe’s one-word answer to UEFA Champions League criticism with Real Madrid on France recall after six months

Kylian Mbappe is back with the French national team after a six-month absence, and the Real Madrid forward wasted no time in making his feelings known.
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/ 293 days ago

Kylian Mbappe’s future with France decided: Will he keep the captaincy? Didier Deschamps weighs in

After missing France’s last two international breaks, speculation ran wild regarding Kylian Mbappe's relationship with manager Didier Deschamps and whether he would retain his leadership role.
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/ 377 days ago

Nations League quarter-finals draw: Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal, Kylian Mbappe's France learn paths

The Nations League quarter-finals promise not only top-tier football but also narratives of redemption, rivalry, and glory. Will Spain retain their crown, or will a new champion emerge? The answers await in 2025.
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/ 379 days ago

CONCACAF Nations League: When and where is the Final Four as USMNT seeks fourth title?

The Concacaf Nations League Final Four is set. USMNT will be looking for its fourth title in a row, while Mexico seeks to recover from its losing streak.
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/ 391 days ago

Shocking decision: Mbappe no longer interested in playing for France?

As tensions mount between Kylian Mbappe and Didier Deschamps, the French national team finds itself at the center of a heated debate.

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/ 414 days ago

The data divide: Why aren't national teams using it as much?

Last summer's European Championships demonstrated something unsophisticated about modern international soccer. Europe's most prolific soccer nations faced off every few days with an abundance of world-class talent on display. Yet the end product often felt somewhat underwhelming. Games involving many of the tournament's favorites felt cluttered, disorganized and rigid compared to the highest quality of […]

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/ 415 days ago

Angel Gomes: The missing piece in England midfield

On Sunday, Angel Gomes was one of the standout performers for England in its 3-1 victory against Finland. The win in the UEFA Nations League marked an important turnaround after a shocking 2-1 loss to Greece just days earlier. England’s interim manager, Lee Carsley, called up Gomes last month, having previously worked with him at […]

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/ 449 days ago

France loss leaves De Bruyne fuming, threatens to quit Belgium

Kevin De Bruyne's international career with Belgium may be coming to a premature end after the Manchester City midfielder made fiery remarks about his teammates and coaching staff. Belgium’s 2-0 defeat to France in the UEFA Nations League brought out the frustration in De Bruyne. The frustration within the Belgium captain was evident throughout the […]

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/ 452 days ago

Biggest storylines from UEFA Nations League weekend

The UEFA Nations League continued over the weekend involving some of the best European teams. On Saturday, England, Germany and The Netherlands opened their campaign with victories. Sunday saw Spain pick their first win while Cristiano helped Portugal to a comeback over Scotland. Spain saw off Swiss with quickfire goals The European champions started their […]

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/ 460 days ago

No Lukaku: Belgium's bold squad selection for Nations League

Belgium's coach, Domenico Tedesco, has announced the squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League matches; making some surprising decisions that reflect both his confidence in the future and his respect for experience, this includes dropping Romelu Lukaku. Amidst concerns about the demanding season ahead, Tedesco has included Kevin De Bruyne in the squad; emphasizing his […]

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/ 462 days ago

Madueke among surprise picks in England Nations League team

England interim boss Lee Carsley has named his first squad for two upcoming UEFA Nations League games, with Noni Madueke making most of the headlines for England. The former England U21 manager was temporarily called into the role after Gareth Southgate stepped away from the team. Southgate was at the helm for nearly eight years […]

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/ 463 days ago

'Age is not important': Portugal boss steadfast in Ronaldo support

As Portugal faced a disappointing exit from Euro 2024, the role of Cristiano Ronaldo in the national team has become a subject of heated debate. At 39, Ronaldo's continued presence in the squad, under coach Roberto Martinez, has sparked concerns among fans and pundits alike. Many argue that his age and declining influence on the […]

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/ 468 days ago

Madrid's Perez to ban Modric from playing in Nations League?

Luka Modric's decision to remain active with the Croatian national team has been met with mixed reactions. While Croatian fans are thrilled to see their captain continue leading the national side, Real Madrid's management is less enthusiastic. At 38 years old, Modric's choice to stay with the national team has sparked concerns in Madrid. The […]

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/ 482 days ago

Carsley to be England's interim coach through autumn

The Football Association (FA) has officially announced that Lee Carsley will be the England national team's interim manager going forward. Carsley, 50, has been involved in England's youth setup since 2020. He initially managed the U20s at this time, but has since taken over the U21s in the last three years. England has needed a […]