The upcoming quarterfinal match between Portugal and France at Euro 2024 is not just about the clash between Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappé, as emphasized by Bernardo Silva. Despite the spotlight on the two captains of their respective national teams as a potential passing of the baton moment from Ronaldo to Mbappé, Silva believes that
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John Stones believes that Jude Bellingham’s last-minute equalizer against Slovakia could be a game-changer for England’s Euro 2024 journey. Stones expressed that scoring such a crucial goal in a high-pressure moment can have a significant emotional impact on the team. The unity and belief displayed by the players and staff after the goal can boost
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has his sights set on the quarterfinal matchup against Spain’s young talent, specifically highlighting the performances of Jamal Musiala and Lamine Yamal. Musiala, 21, has been a standout player for the hosts, scoring three goals in four games including a crucial goal in the round of 16 win over Denmark. On
Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappé first crossed paths 12 years ago, with Ronaldo being the established Real Madrid star and Mbappé being a young hopeful on a scouting trip from Paris. The meeting took place at Madrid’s Valdebebas training center, where an iconic photo was taken of the two – Ronaldo exuding confidence while Mbappé
Kylian Mbappé, the talented French footballer, recently spoke highly of Cristiano Ronaldo, referring to him as “unique.” This admiration for Ronaldo is not new, as Mbappé has previously shared a picture of himself with the legendary player at the Madrid training ground in 2012. Mbappé emphasized his respect for Ronaldo, calling him a legend and
England’s shaky performances at Euro 2024 have not gone unnoticed, with player Phil Foden taking a critical stance on the team’s shortcomings. Foden believes that the players themselves must take responsibility for their lackluster displays, stating that he “feels sorry” for manager Gareth Southgate who has faced heavy criticism from fans and media alike. Foden
When Germany and Spain clashed in the Euro 2024 quarterfinals, the matchup felt like the final of the entire competition. Both nations have adopted a sophisticated and possession-based style of play that has made them philosophical siblings on the football field. This evolution can be traced back to Spain’s influence on German football, which first
Portugal’s left-back Nuno Mendes is gearing up to face France’s star player and his former teammate, Kylian Mbappé, in the upcoming Euro 2024 quarterfinals. Having spent two seasons playing alongside Mbappé at Paris Saint-Germain, Mendes is looking forward to the challenge of going head-to-head with the talented forward. Additionally, Mendes now shares a dressing room
An investigation has been launched in Frankfurt, Germany after a video surfaced showing a fan being punched and kicked by a group of security personnel at the Portugal vs. Slovenia match during Euro 2024. The video, which was shared in Portuguese media, depicts a distressing scene of a fan being detained face-down on the floor
In recent years, there have been disturbing cases of racism directed towards soccer players, particularly after missing crucial penalties in high-stakes matches. The experiences of Bukayo Saka, Marcus Rashford, and Jadon Sancho, who were all targeted after failing to convert penalties in the Euro 2020 final, have brought attention to this issue. Despite the traumatic