By James Cormack Euro 2024 is on the horizon and hosts Germany are in pre-tournament action on Monday night as they take on Ukraine in Nuremberg. The signs were once ominous for the German national team following a dreadful 2023 in the wake of an early World Cup exit. Had they been forced to qualify for this summer's tournament, the three-time European champions may have struggled. However, with Julian Nagelsmann at the helm, there's a sense of the hosts gathering some momentum ahead of the tournament. Germany enjoyed an excellent break in March as they downed France and the Netherlands with r...
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By James Cormack England's preparations for Euro 2024 begin with the first of two pre-tournament friendlies, as Gareth Southgate's Three Lions face Bosnia and Herzegovina. England harbour hopes of going all the way in Germany this summer and, like the rest of the competing nations, will play two warm-up games ahead of the tournament. Southgate is set to use the extremities of his 33-man provisional squad during England's two fixtures, with Iceland visiting Wembley on Friday. England have played the overwhelming majority of their home games under the iconic arch since its 2007 opening, although...
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By James Cormack Scotland begin their preparations for Euro 2024 in the Algarve when they take on European minnows Gibraltar on Monday night. Steve Clarke's side enjoyed an impressive qualifying campaign, beating Spain on the way as they advanced into this summer's major tournament alongside La Furia Roja. However, they've got their work cut out if they're to improve on their dire Euro 2020 performance. Scotland have been drawn into a tough Group A alongside hosts Germany, Switzerland and Hungary. Clarke will be hoping for a convincing victory on Monday against a Gibraltar side bereft of profe...
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By Jude Summerfield England begin their preparations for Euro 2024 on Monday night when they welcome Bosnia and Herzegovina to St James' Park in an international friendly. The Three Lions will embark on their latest attempt to win just a second international trophy this summer when they jet off to Germany but first they will visit Newcastle United's St James' Park as manager Gareth Southgate assesses his preliminary squad before cutting it down to 26 players. Bosnia and Herzegovina won't be at Euro 2024 after falling short in qualification and face European champions Italy in a second friendly...
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By Joshua Browne Cesc Fabregas has singled out three players who he believes have tarnished their careers by joining Manchester United. United suffered a disappointing 2023/24 Premier League season, finishing in eighth-place and sitting a staggering 21 points behind their rivals Manchester City. Throughout the campaign, plenty of players faced criticism for their inconsistent performances and questionable attitudes on the pitch. Now, former Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder Fabregas has voiced his thoughts, identifying Casemiro, Jadon Sancho, and Sofyan Amrabat as players who have experienced a d...
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By Joshua Browne Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has refused to take the responsibility for splurging close to half a billion pounds in the transfer market on disappointing signings. Antony, Casemiro, and Mason Mount are just a few players who have largely let fans down since their arrivals at Old Trafford, having been brought in for extortionate fees. Ten Hag has recently claimed he had nothing to do with the valuations of some high profile signings and has instead suggested ex-chief executive Richard Arnold and ex-football director John Murtough sanctioned the investments that have faile...
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By Joshua Browne Fans invaded the pitch during Saturday's Champions League final between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid after a content creator offered a hefty sum to those that could make it past security. Saturday's showdown between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund was put on pause less than a minute in when three individuals - all wearing shirts bearing the word 'MELLSTROY' - dashed onto the field. One of the intruders approached several Madrid players, to take selfies, while another was intercepted by Dortmund midfielder Marcel Sabitzer. Eventually, the trio were escorted off the field...
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By Katie Catherall Luka Modric will remain at Real Madrid until 2025 after signing a new one-year contract with the Spanish giants, according to reports. The 38-year-old has taken a back seat in recent seasons to allow fresh talent to blossom and his contract was set to expire at the end of June. However, his time at the Bernabeu is not yet over with a new deal set to see him sport Madrid colours for at least another year. The Athletic claim Modric has already agreed a one-year contract with Los Blancos and the extension will see him take a lower salary as he steps back into a secondary role a...
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By Joshua Browne Federico Valverde has announced his plans to take over Toni Kroos' shirt number as the German midfielder bids farewell on his time at Real Madrid. Kroos played his final game for Madrid on Saturday, following his decision to retire from the game completely after the upcoming European Championships - during which he will feature for the host nation. The German managed to see out his last club appearance with an assist, setting up Dani Carvajal's opener in Madrid’s 2-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League final. His departure means that the number eight jersey ...
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By Joshua Browne Real Madrid midfielder Lucas Vazquez has confirmed his plans to remain at the club after helping his side achieve Champions League glory on Saturday. Following the euphoria of Los Blancos' triumph against Borussia Dortmund, attention quickly turned to the future of Vazquez - who was brought onto the pitch during the final moments of the game to take Vinicius Junior's place. The Spanish star was asked to comment on the possibility of a contract extension, with his future at the club looking uncertain. Speaking after the Champions League victory at Wembley, he said: “Yes, it loo...
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