Southgate to run rule over Abraham as he eyes Kane's understudy
Gareth Southgate is ready to give Tammy Abraham the opportunity to cement his place as Harry Kane's understudy for the World Cup during the upcoming Nations League fixtures.
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Second-string Wales beaten by Poland in Nations League
WROCLAW, POLAND: Wales warmed up for their decisive World Cup qualifying playoff this weekend by losing 2-1 with a second-string team in Poland in the UEFA Nations League on Wednesday.
Steve Clarke says Scotland are ‘suffering’ but must not forget progress
Steve Clarke said his Scotland players were “suffering” after their 2022 World Cup dream ended in devastation with a 3-1 defeat by Ukraine in their play-off semi-final at Hampden Park.
Oleksandr Zinchenko says Ukraine must beat Wales to reach World Cup or win over Scotland 'won’t mean anything’
Oleksandr Zinchenko says Ukraine need to beat Wales in their final World Cup play-off qualifier or else the win over Scotland “won’t mean anything”. Ukraine won the rescheduled play-off semi-final 3-1 at Hampden Park, and face Wales for a place in the World Cup on Sunday. Ad/> Zinchenko, who had broken down in tears in the pre-match press conference when discussing Russia’s invasion of his country, said his side “dream” of reaching Qatar and must finish the job this weekend.
Bale se despide del Real Madrid con una emotiva carta
Horas antes de medirse a Polonia en busca de una plaza en el Mundial de Qatar, Gareth Bale quiso despedirse del club y la afición madridista a través de una carta que publicó en sus redes sociales. En la misiva, publicada tanto en inglés como en castellano, el atacante galés agradece a compañeros, directiva y afición su paso por el equipo blanco.
Lionel Messi inspires dominant Argentina to Wembley win over Italy
They came to see their king and he did not disappoint. Three weeks before his 35th birthday but still as influential as ever, Lionel Messi inspired Argentina to victory over Italy in a “Finalissima” that certainly lived up to all the hype. Billed as a showdown between the champions of Europe and South American and being played for the first time since 1993, there only ever looked like being one winner on Giorgio Chiellini’s final international appearance as Lionel Scaloni’s side stretched their unbeaten run to 32 matches. A former defender, Scaloni spent half a season on loan at West Ham in 2006 under the management of Alan Pardew and, with Messi pulling the strings from a deeper position, he has clearly assembled a side that should be considered genuine contenders for the World Cup later this year.
Ukraine keep World Cup dream alive with emotional win in Scotland
Ukraine’s emotional quest to qualify for the World Cup amid the ongoing troubles with Russia moved a step closer with a 3-1 win over Scotland in a pulsating playoff semi-final.
Messi stars as Argentina beat Italy in Finalissima
LONDON: Lionel Messi stole the show as Copa America holders Argentina powered to a 3-0 win against European champions Italy in the Finalissima at Wembley on Wednesday. Inspired by the peerless Messi, Argentina raced into a two-goal lead in the first half of the prestigious friendly thanks to strikes from Lautaro Martinez and Angel Di Maria. Paulo Dybala capped Argentina’s rout, but after a disappointing season with Paris Saint-Germain by his sky-high standards, it was the sight of Messi back to his imperious best that took the spotlight. The 34-year-old’s eye-catching display featured two assists and was worthy of his rare appearance at one of football’s great cathedrals. It was another memorable moment for Argentina, who have qualified for this year’s World Cup as they extend the golden afterglow from the victory over Brazil that ended their 28-year wait to win the Copa America in 2021. Argentina were already established as one of the leading contenders to win the World Cup and defeating Italy was another statement of intent from La Albiceleste, who are now unbeaten in 32 matches. If Messi can play at this level in Qatar, Lionel Scaloni’s side will be a force to be reckoned with as they chase a first World Cup title since 1986.