The Netherlands national team has been hit with disappointing news as Frenkie de Jong has been ruled out of the upcoming European Championships. The 27-year-old midfielder suffered a right ankle injury during Barcelona’s match against Real Madrid in April, which has ultimately led to him missing out on the tournament. Expressing his disappointment, De Jong
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As Gareth Southgate’s England squad gears up for Euro 2024, they received a special visit from The Prince of Wales before departing to Germany. The royal visit was a morale booster, as they were wished well and presented with their squad numbers for the upcoming tournament. This gesture added a touch of regality to their
Scotland assistant John Carver provided reassurance to fans and the coaching staff after captain Andy Robertson appeared to go down in training on Monday morning. The injury scare came amidst a string of unfortunate injuries affecting Scotland’s squad ahead of their European Championship opener against the host nation Germany. However, Carver quickly dispelled any concerns,
Pedri, the talented Barcelona midfielder, has once again proven his worth with an exceptional performance in Spain’s 5-1 victory over Northern Ireland. After a season plagued by injuries and absence from the national team in 2023, the 21-year-old showcased his skills by scoring two goals in the final warm-up match before Euro 2024. This resurgence
Manchester United defender Luke Shaw has openly admitted that he made a mistake by playing against Luton Town in February, which led to injuring his hamstring. As he now struggles to recover in time for England’s opening game at the European Championship, Shaw reflects on the decision to push through the pain. He acknowledges that
The exclusion of Craig Gordon from Scotland’s squad for Euro 2024 came as a surprise to many football fans. The decision was made by manager Steve Clarke, who cited Gordon’s lack of playing time as a key factor. Despite Gordon’s remarkable comeback from a serious leg injury, Clarke felt that the veteran goalkeeper had not
After England’s disappointing loss to Iceland in their friendly match, it was no surprise that fans expressed their frustration by booing the team off the field. Gareth Southgate, England’s manager, acknowledged the fans’ reaction, stating that the team simply did not perform well enough to keep them engaged during the game. This kind of negative
Roberto Martínez, the coach of Portugal’s national team, emphasized the significance of Cristiano Ronaldo to the squad by highlighting his unmatched qualities in the locker room. According to Martínez, Ronaldo, at 39 years old, brings something truly exceptional to the team that no other player in world football can replicate. As Ronaldo prepares for his
Spain’s final 26-man squad for Euro 2024 has been announced, and there are some surprising exclusions from the team. Coach Luis de la Fuente made the tough decision to cut Pau Cubarsí, Marcos Llorente, and Aleix García from the squad, despite their previous contributions to the team. Pau Cubarsí, the 17-year-old Barcelona defender, was a
National team captain Ilkay Gündogan emphasized the importance of having leaders from diverse migration backgrounds to accurately reflect the society in Germany today. As a player with Turkish parents, Gündogan understands the significance of representation and inclusivity in leadership positions. He believes that individuals like him are essential in leading roles to showcase the new