France manager Didier Deschamps has taken a stand in defense of his star player, Kylian Mbappé, who has been facing criticism for his performance in Euro 2024. Despite only scoring one goal in the tournament, Deschamps reminded critics of Mbappé’s past achievements in the sport. He emphasized Mbappé’s history-making moments, such as his hat-trick in
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The actions of Turkish supporters making nationalistic hand gestures have sparked controversy ahead of the European Championship quarterfinal match against the Netherlands. This gesture, associated with Turkish nationalists, has raised concerns and led to disciplinary actions against a Turkish player. Berlin police intervened as Turkish supporters were making their way to the match, asking them
Canada secured an impressive 4-3 penalty shootout victory against Venezuela, propelling them into the Copa América semifinals in their debut appearance. The match ended in a thrilling 1-1 draw, showcasing the determination and resilience of the Canadian team. This historic win marks a significant milestone for Canadian football, as they continue to make a name
The recent allegations of an abusive work environment at the San Diego Wave, made by former employee Brittany Alvarado, have caused quite a stir. The president of the Wave, Jill Ellis, was quick to respond, calling the accusations “false” and “personally damaging.” However, it is important to delve deeper into the situation and analyze whether
The first encounter between Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappé took place in Madrid 12 years ago, with Ronaldo as the established Real Madrid superstar and Mbappé as the young prodigy from Paris. A picture from that day at the Valdebebas training center captures Ronaldo’s smile and thumbs up, juxtaposed with Mbappé’s starstruck expression. Now, in
John Stones recently expressed his belief that Jude Bellingham’s match-saving equaliser against Slovakia could mark a significant turning point for England’s Euro 2024 campaign. The team was on the brink of elimination in the round-of-16 stage before Bellingham’s remarkable 95th-minute bicycle kick forced extra time, allowing Harry Kane to secure a 2-1 comeback win. Stones
Manchester United confirmed on Thursday that Erik ten Hag has extended his contract with the club until 2026. The agreement includes him retaining the title of “first team manager” after the club triggered a one-year option. Discussions are ongoing regarding potential changes to Ten Hag’s backroom staff, with the addition of Ruud van Nistelrooy and
The uncertainty surrounding Lionel Messi’s participation in Argentina’s upcoming Copa América quarterfinal against Ecuador is a cause for concern for fans and team members alike. Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni expressed doubts regarding Messi’s status, indicating that the final decision regarding his presence in the lineup will be determined after a training session. The fact that
Portugal left-back Nuno Mendes is eagerly looking forward to the opportunity to face off against France star and former Paris Saint-Germain teammate Kylian Mbappé in the Euro 2024 quarterfinal. Having played alongside Mbappé for two seasons at PSG before Mbappé’s recent move to Real Madrid, Mendes is thrilled at the prospect of competing against the
Cristiano Ronaldo has officially announced that the 2024 European Championship in Germany will mark the end of his illustrious career. This will be his record-breaking sixth appearance in a European Championship, a remarkable feat in itself. As the next tournament is set to be hosted by Great Britain and the Republic of Ireland, Ronaldo reflects
Jude Bellingham, the young and talented midfielder from Real Madrid, recently faced a barrage of criticism following a string of underwhelming performances for the England national team during Euro 2024. However, during a crucial moment in the round of 16 match against Slovakia, Bellingham silenced his critics with a stunning scissor-kick goal deep into stoppage
Mexico’s journey in the Copa America came to a disappointing end as they failed to progress past the group stage. The team, led by manager Jaime “Jimmy” Lozano, found themselves in a must-win situation after a poor showing against Venezuela. Despite the coach’s optimistic words, Mexico fell short and succumbed to a goalless draw with