Conor Bradley eagerly anticipates facing his new Liverpool teammate Florian Wirtz, as Northern Ireland gear up to challenge four-time world champions Germany in a pivotal 2026 World Cup qualifier. He praised Wirtz but vowed to thwart the German star's magic with a resolute defensive effort
Thomas Tuchel blasted three England strikers after the Three Lions' gritty 2-0 win over Andorra in World Cup qualifiers. Though they banked three points for 2026, empty seats at Villa Park echoed the underwhelming display
Despite a lackluster display, Harry Kane hailed England's 2-0 win over Andorra as "job done", securing four straight World Cup qualifying victories in Group K
Thomas Tuchel lavished praise on England debutant Elliot Anderson after he impressed during an uninspiring outing against Andorra. The Three Lions eventually secured a 2-0 victory, thanks to an early own-goal from Christian García and a late header from Declan Rice, but Anderson’s assured display was the talking point of the night.
Roberto Martinez affirmed "Diogo Jota is with us" as Cristiano Ronaldo struck in the 21st minute, marking Portugal's emotional return after the tragic car crash that claimed the Liverpool star and his brother, deeply shaking the football world
Roberto Martinez's side kicked-off their World Cup qualifying campaign in style on an emotional evening
An own goal and a Declan Rice header kept the Euro 2024 finalists on track for qualification, but the team lacked inspiration at Villa Park
Sweden manager Jon Dahl Tomasson has admitted that leaving Alexander Isak out of Friday’s 2-2 draw against Slovenia was purely down to caution. The striker, who shattered the British transfer record with his £125 million move to Liverpool on deadline day, has barely trained and hasn’t kicked a ball in competitive action since forcing his way out of Newcastle United this summer.
Cristiano Ronaldo was seen consoling an emotional Portugal mascot ahead of their World Cup qualifier against Armenia. One little boy, overwhelmed by the gravity of the occasion, broke into tears as he realised he was walking beside his idol.
