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
Tag: Euro 2020 Qualifiers
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
Euro 2020 Qualifiers: 3 reasons why England beat Kosovo 5-3
Goals from Harry Kane, Raheem Sterling, Mergim Vojvoda’s own goal and a brace for Jadon Sancho helped Gareth Southgate’s England to prevail in an eight-goal thriller against a determined but naive Kosovo display at St. Mary’s. After four Group A fixtures, the Three Lions top their Euro 2020 qualification group. Continue reading
Wales 2-1 Azerbaijan: Gareth Bale heads winner, caps whirlwind week for club and country
Gareth Bale’s timely header kept Wales’ Euro 2020 qualification hopes alive with a 2-1 win over Azerbaijan, capping a whirlwind week both for club and country after a forgettable summer packed with dramatic developments predicting his potential Real Madrid departure.
Euro 2020 Qualifier – Romania 1-2 Spain: 5 Talking Points
Kepa Arrizabalaga’s stoppage-time save proved key as ten-man Spain held firm to maintain their 100% start to their Euro 2020 qualification campaign in Group F, beating Romania 2-1 on Thursday evening. Continue reading