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Clarke wary of Armenia after 'deserved' win
Steve Clarke insists there is no chance of last week's World Cup disappointment upsetting the harmony in the Scotland squad. The Scots were on an eight-game unbeaten run prior to losing 3-1 to Ukraine in last Wednesday's play-off at Hampden. While there was understandable disappointment in the camp after missing out on a place at the finals in Qatar later this year, Clarke is adamant that his players can set about generating fresh momentum as they prepare to kick off their Nations League campaign against Armenia on Wednesday. "It's always good when we get together as a group," he said, reflecting on the fact the squad have been together for a week between the Ukraine disappointment and the Armenia game. "We've built a really good spirit among the squad.
Pilloried by club, a hero for country: Gareth Bale draws comparisons to Brazil's Ronaldo
He was branded a "traitor", as "monstrously ungrateful" by the club who had employed him for several years. He had been written off as a lost cause. And yet, when he put on his national team jersey, the anxieties and the injuries appeared to fade away. He seemed inspired.
Dele Alli response, Premier League return: How Tottenham's 10 outgoing players fared last season
As Tottenham's current side ended the 2021/22 campaign on a high, some of the recent outgoings didn't have the same luck. Antonio Conte helped lead his Spurs side to a top four finish, which means a return to Champions League football for the next campaign.
Scotland set to make changes against Armenia as Steve Clarke explains tiredness theory
Defenders Scott McKenna and Nathan Patterson are poised to step into the starting line-up as the UEFA Nations League begins. Forward Ryan Christie may also feature. After Ukraine extinguished hopes of a place at Qatar 2022 last week, Clarke fully understands the craving for victory at Hampden Park.
Jude Bellingham: England man appears to throw up vs Germany
Jude Bellingham appeared to throw up on the pitch towards the end of Germany vs England after producing a brilliant performance.
Newcastle star Bruno Guimaraes gets handy pre-season bonus after schedule change
Bruno Guimaraes' pre-season break has officially started with the Brazilian taking to social media to celebrate the fact he can enjoy a well-earned holiday. The Newcastle United midfielder has been on international duty this week, helping his country to wins over Japan and South Korea.
Harry Kane says Nations League draw with Germany shows England have the 'mentality' to succeed
England striker Harry Kane said that his goal to earn a draw with Germany showed that the team could «show the mentality» needed to succeed. England earned their first point of their 2022 Nations League campaign as Kane levelled from the spot late on to cancel out Jonas Hofmann’s second-half strike. Ad/> The draw marks something of a turnaround in form after a disappointing defeat to Hungary at the weekend, and Kane was keen to focus on the positives.