Gareth Southgate’s two-year extension announcement means, if all goes well, he’ll remain England manager until December 2024 – occupying the position for more than eight years, being their longest head coach since Bobby Robson. They’ve progressed considerably under his guidance and yet there remains an unwavering feeling he’s taken them as far as he can. Continue reading “Gareth Southgate’s contract extension felt inevitable, but is no less divisive”
Tag: Euro 2020
PSG move caps a summer Gianluigi Donnarumma will never forget
After saving two penalties to help Italy clinch Euro 2020 on Sunday, highly-rated goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma is a free agent no longer: having agreed terms on a five-year deal to join Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain. Unveiled as their fifth summer acquisition yesterday, the 22-year-old made a bold but brave move likely to age well in a few years’ time. Continue reading “PSG move caps a summer Gianluigi Donnarumma will never forget”
Report: Tottenham in advanced talks with Gladbach forward Marcus Thuram
Per today’s reports, Tottenham are leading the race to sign Borussia Monchengladbach forward Marcus Thuram – currently in Didier Deschamps’ Euro 2020 squad with France. The versatile 23-year-old, who has two successful Bundesliga seasons under his belt, has admirers aplenty. Continue reading “Report: Tottenham in advanced talks with Gladbach forward Marcus Thuram”
Kai Havertz seizes big moment as Chelsea seal second Champions League triumph
After an eventful first campaign in England packed with trials and tribulations, Chelsea creative midfielder Kai Havertz scored the Champions League-sealing winner overnight in the biggest game of his blossoming career to date – sinking Premier League champions Manchester City. Continue reading “Kai Havertz seizes big moment as Chelsea seal second Champions League triumph”
Euro 2020: Karim Benzema to make France return after six-year absence
Six years after his last call-up with politics, allegations of racism and an ongoing court case bubbling beneath the surface, Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has been named in Didier Deschamps’ 26-man France squad for the rescheduled Euro 2020 tournament – which begins in less than a month’s time. He’s expected to lead the line after an excellent season at club level.
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Ousmane Dembele’s doctor confirms winger to return in three months
Barcelona winger Ousmane Dembele, who today celebrates his 23rd birthday, is progressing as planned in recovering from the hamstring injury that sidelined him indefinitely on February 3. Continue reading “Ousmane Dembele’s doctor confirms winger to return in three months”
Kane: If games cannot resume before June, teams should look to next season
Tottenham and England captain Harry Kane has stated his belief that, should the Premier League fail to resume before the end of June due to this coronavirus pandemic, all teams must instead look ahead towards the 2020-21 campaign. Continue reading “Kane: If games cannot resume before June, teams should look to next season”
3 possible replacements for Ousmane Dembele at Barcelona
It wasn’t supposed to be like this. After Tuesday’s news broke about Ousmane Dembele’s fitness, Barcelona’s quest to conquer Europe again just got a whole lot more difficult. Continue reading “3 possible replacements for Ousmane Dembele at Barcelona”
Gerry Taggart endorses Stoke-bound Michael O’Neill as speculation intensifies
Following Nathan Jones’ dismissal last Friday, Stoke were linked with a whole host of managerial candidates. However, former Northern Ireland and Potters defender Gerry Taggart has endorsed Michael O’Neill with his compatriot poised to take charge this weekend. Continue reading “Gerry Taggart endorses Stoke-bound Michael O’Neill as speculation intensifies”
Sweden 1-1 Spain: 3 Talking Points
A stoppage-time equaliser courtesy of substitute Rodrigo broke Swedish hearts to secure Spain’s place at Euro 2020 next summer, while maintaining their unbeaten record with two qualifying fixtures still to play. Continue reading “Sweden 1-1 Spain: 3 Talking Points”
Bulgaria 0-6 England: 5 Talking Points
England returned to winning ways in their Euro 2020 Qualifying group with an emphatic 6-0 thrashing of Bulgaria in Sofia on Monday evening, though their victory was overshadowed by racist chanting and abuse by home supporters – with a threat the game would be abandoned. Continue reading “Bulgaria 0-6 England: 5 Talking Points”
Belgium 9-0 San Marino: 5 Talking Points
Belgium became the first team to book their Euro 2020 place with a record-equalling 9-0 home thrashing in their qualifier against San Marino on Thursday. Inter Milan’s Romelu Lukaku was again among the goals while there were strikes for a forgotten man and talented teenager too. Continue reading “Belgium 9-0 San Marino: 5 Talking Points”
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