When looking back at the history of European football, the clash between Germany and Spain in the Euro 2024 quarterfinals stands out as a pivotal moment. Both national teams have evolved over the years, developing a sophisticated and similar brand of possession football. It is interesting to note that this evolution can be traced back
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Ivan Toney, the Brentford striker, has expressed his unwavering confidence in taking penalties despite the recent cases of racist abuse towards England players who missed spot-kicks at Euro 2020. Toney, who has an impressive penalty record of scoring 31 out of his last 32 penalties, emphasized the importance of having the courage to step up
Authorities in Frankfurt, Germany, are currently looking into a disturbing video that has emerged showing a fan being assaulted by security personnel during the Portugal vs. Slovenia match at Euro 2024. The footage, which has sparked outrage, depicts a group of security officials forcefully detaining individuals, with one person appearing to be punched and kicked
Portugal’s Nuno Mendes is gearing up to face his former Paris Saint-Germain teammate, Kylian Mbappé, in the upcoming Euro 2024 quarterfinals. The 22-year-old left-back, who now shares the field with Cristiano Ronaldo in the national team, had nothing but praise for both superstars. He described them as high-level, excellent players capable of turning the tide
Spain’s striker Joselu is gearing up for a crucial Euro 2024 quarterfinal match against Germany, aiming to bring an end to former Real Madrid teammate Toni Kroos’ illustrious career. The 34-year-old Kroos recently retired from club football after securing the Champions League title with Madrid, signaling his impending retirement from international football post the tournament
At 41 years old, Ronaldo has shown no signs of slowing down despite his age. Although he may not move as freely as he once did, his determination and leadership qualities still make him a vital part of the Portugal team. With a record-breaking international career coming to an end, will Ronaldo decide to continue
Turkey’s triumph over Austria in the Euro 2024 tournament was indeed historic, with Merih Demiral playing a crucial role in securing a 2-1 victory for his team. The central defender’s two goals, one mere seconds into the game and the other with a powerful header, helped Turkey secure their spot in the last eight of
Former Germany goalkeeper Jens Lehmann has stirred up controversy with his remarks about Spain’s chances against Germany in the upcoming Euro 2024 quarterfinal clash. He described the Spanish team as “inexperienced” and pointed out what he considered weaknesses in their gameplay. These comments have not been well received in Spain, with the media reacting angrily
The Round of 16 in Euro 2024 showcased the impact of young players on the biggest stage in European football. From Cody Gakpo becoming the youngest player to score and assist in a knockout match for the Netherlands to Xavi Simons providing 3+ assists in the tournament, the youth talent was on full display. One
Austria’s coach Ralf Rangnick was left in shock following his team’s exit from Euro 2024 at the hands of Turkey. He expressed his disappointment over their failure to convert pressure into chances and highlighted a spectacular save that prevented the game from going into extra time. Rangnick believed that his team, despite playing four entertaining