France striker Olivier Giroud has made the decision to retire from international football following the upcoming European Championship. Despite being a key player in France’s World Cup-winning squad in 2018, Giroud feels that it is time to step back and make way for younger talents. With 131 appearances for the national team and 57 goals
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Nicolo Fagioli, the talented midfielder from Juventus, has recently garnered attention by being included in Italy’s provisional squad for the upcoming Euro 2024 tournament in Germany. Despite facing a seven-month ban for breaching betting rules, Fagioli made a remarkable comeback in Monday’s 3-3 draw against Bologna. His performance on the field has showcased his skill
Cristiano Ronaldo has been selected to play at a record sixth European Championship for Portugal this summer. This announcement was made by coach Roberto Martinez, who included Ronaldo in the 26-man squad for the tournament in Germany. This achievement marks a milestone in Ronaldo’s career, as he now holds the record for the most appearances
Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos has recently announced his decision to retire from professional football after this summer’s European Championship. This decision comes after a successful career, where Kroos has won a total of 22 trophies with Madrid and Bayern Munich, including four Champions Leagues and four LaLiga titles. Despite initially considering retirement in 2022,
England’s star striker and captain, Harry Kane, is currently facing a significant setback in his career due to a back injury. The injury has flared up less than a month before the European Championship, casting doubt on his availability for the tournament. This news has undoubtedly raised concerns among fans and the national team management.
Despite his recent ankle injury, Frenkie de Jong has been named as part of the 30-man preliminary squad for the Netherlands in the upcoming European Championship. The Barcelona midfielder will have the opportunity to prove his fitness before the final squad is announced. Additionally, former captain Georginio Wijnaldum, who has been playing in Saudi Arabia,
The inclusion of N’Golo Kanté in France’s preliminary squad for the Euro 2024 has raised eyebrows among fans and pundits alike. The midfielder, who has been plying his trade in the Saudi league, has made a strong case for his return to the national team. His experience and quality could provide a significant boost to
Germany’s Euro 2024 hosts have revealed their preliminary squad for the upcoming tournament, and it came with some expected choices. Mats Hummels and Leon Goretzka were notably absent from the selection, raising some eyebrows among fans and pundits alike. Manager Julian Nagelsmann opted for four goalkeepers in his squad, with VfB Stuttgart’s Alexander Nübel being
Amidst speculations and uncertainties, Gareth Southgate has expressed his opinion on the upcoming 2026 World Cup, calling it an “amazing tournament.” However, the England manager has not confirmed whether he will continue in his current post beyond this year. His contract is set to expire in December, and sources have revealed that the Football Association
In a shocking turn of events, clashes between Dynamo Berlin and Energie Cottbus fans over the weekend left a total of 155 police officers injured. The majority of these injuries were a result of their own tear gas being deployed. Berlin police reported that 116 officers suffered injuries from tear-gas use, 28 from assaults, and