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England vs Sweden Preview
World Cup winners Martin Peters, Bobby Charlton and Roger Hunt were on the score sheet the last time the Three Lions beat the Swedes in 1968.Sunderland midfielder Sebastian Larsson has been reminding his English teammates of the Swede’s success against England in the Black Cats dressing room.
“I’ve certainly let my English colleagues know before this game,” an amused Larsson told the Daily Mirror. “It’s a funny statistic, and hopefully we can keep it going for a few more years and reach 50. That will be good.”
England will be entering this game high in confidence after beating European and World Champions Spain 1-0 over the weekend.
Sweden vs Netherlands Report
“It was a crazy match. Sweden is celebrating, the players are celebrating”, said Ola Toivonen overjoyed after the win.The Swedish PSV-striker handed his country the victory, when he scored 3-2 in the 53rd minute. The Netherlands congratulated their opponents, but left the pitch a bit frustrated.
“We completely dominated the match. It’s disappointing to lose this way ”, Rafael van der Vaart said.
UEFA Euro 2012 Qualifying: 10 things to know ahead of the last games
1) As at now, Dutch striker Klaas-Jan Huntelaar leads the goal scorers’ chart. The Schalke 04 forward has netted 11 goals for his country in 594 minutes - imposing himself over Germany’s Miroslav Klose, who is 2 goals behind, having played 89 minutes less.2) Sweden’s Kim Källström is presently the top assist maker. The left-footed midfielder has assisted 7 goals in 718 minutes, but he could lose his spot in no time - being followed by 4 players, including his country mate Sebastian Larsson, who all have 6 assists to their names.
3) AC Milan’s Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Schalke’s Huntelaar are hitherto the most accurate frontmen in the UEFA Euro 2012 Qualifying, with 18 attempts on target each. Barcelona’s David Villa has also showed great energy, but his strikes have somewhat had less effects on goalies, with 17 attempts off target.
Sweden vs Netherlands Preview
Together with Germany and Spain the Netherlands are still on track to record a perfect qualifying campaign. France (2004) and Czech Republic (2000) are the only countries to have recorded a perfect qualifying campaign in the history of the European Championships. In their penultimate qualifying match against Moldova the Dutch were not able to give their home crowd the expected football show. Thanks to a Klaas-Jan Huntelaar goal they grabbed a slim 1-0 victory. The Schalke 04 striker equaled Johan Cruijff’s record for all-time Dutch top scorer in European Qualifying matches with 12 goals.
Sweden & Milan star Ibrahimovic: I am starting to become tired of football
Ibra, who’s been included in Sweden’s roster for the country’s UEFA Euro 2012 qualifiers against Finland and the Netherlands, recently told Sportbladet:“I am starting to get old, time has gone by fast, but I still want to play for another year or so. Now I feel more mature and I also have two children now.
“Time has flown by very quickly and I have changed many teams during my career. Everything has just gone by me. Once I retire from football then I will begin to enjoy life.
“I don't know when I will retire, but I want to continue playing for just a little bit longer.”
The road to the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup final: How the USA got there
The USA have booked their precious tickets for the final of the 2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup and they’ve done it in style. Colombia, North Korea, Brazil and more recently France all fell against the mesmerizing authority of Pia Sundhage’s powerful women—led by veteran Abby Wambach, safe pair of hands Hope Solo and super influential sub Rapinoe.
Why not go down the past few weeks to see how the United States made it from Group C to the Women’s World Cup final at the Frankfurt’s Commerzbank-Arena on July 17, 2011?
Match-day 1—How the United States set the tone
It’s important to kick-off a project on a good tone and that’s exactly what the USA did on June 28 when they went head to head with Asian rivals North Korea. Patience was key to the Americans’ success as the first period of the game ended goalless.
Can Brazil’s Best Generation Of Female Stars Defeat USA En Route To Glory?
What Is At Stake For The Samba Queens
In 10, 20 or more years’ time, Brazil’s current female footballers and their supporters wouldn’t want to look back at this present period with much regret. The yellow jersey is being donned by top players who have earned recognition thanks to their formidable and consistent performances.
You can name Cristiane, Rosana, Fabiana… these are actually some of Brazil’s talents and they contribute in the development of Women’s Football around the globe. Above all, there is Marta. The 25-year-old striker is already a living legend—having won 5 consecutive FIFA World Player of the Year trophies amid over 20 individual and collective titles.
And yet, this great combination of stars hasn’t offered Brazilian fans what they desire most; and this is nothing but a FIFA World Cup title.
USA’s Boxx Keen To Face Sweden In Top Of Group C Clash—Women’s World Cup
The United States and Sweden have actually met as much as 3 times already in the past 5 Women’s World Cup, making Wednesday’s encounter the fourth. But whereas some may be bored of this matchup, USA’s veteran midfielder Shannon Boxx is rather excited. She told FIFA.com:“It seems we are always facing each other. We definitely know each other really well… but I guess that adds to the rivalry. We also know many of the players too so that is kind of fun.”
Coincidentally, USA’s coach is from Sweden. Pia Sundhage is one of her country’s top legends in Women’s Football. But this factor may not ease things for the Swedes at the detriment of the Americans. For Boxx, even the danger of facing Marta’s Brazil is not a concern.
Prospective Brazil Clash Makes Sweden vs USA Hot—2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup
Whereas North Korea and Colombia can only play for pride when both teams will clash on Wednesday night in Bochum, Sweden and the United States won’t have anything at stake but to clinch Group C’s top spot. In fact, USA lead the table on goal difference and they will be looking to maintain their current position—especially considering the structure of Group D where Brazil are poised to seal the first rank above Australia and Norway.The rule tells that the winners of Group C will meet the runners-up of Group D, and that the winners of Group D will meet the runners-up of Group C in the quarter-finals of the 2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup. This explains it all. The United States must avoid defeat against Sweden if they want to escape the prospect of clashing against Brazil in the Last 8 of the tournament.
2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup: Meet Group C’s United States, North Korea, Colombia & Sweden
Group C: United States, North Korea, Colombia, Sweden
United States may be the favorites to prevent Germany from clinching their third Women’s World Cup trophy in a row. However, they have a tough task moving forward. The USA have fallen in an interesting group which contains North Korea.
Note that this Asian nation has made some serious progress in Women’s Football down the line and they are now considered to be a great threat. The Americans have certainly not forgotten what happened during China 2007—when North Korea gave them a real scare before an O-Reilly goal midway through the second half earn the USA a hard-fought 2-2 draw.
Sweden vs Germany Report
Germany and Sweden played to a 0-0 draw. The affair was a dull one where Germany at some points seemed to be the only side which wanted to attack. A lot of youngsters, though, earned their debuts. Mats Hummels and Kevin Grosskreutz came in for their second appearances while Lewis Holtby, Marcel Schmelzer, Andre Schuerrle and Mario Goetze made their debuts.
Sweden vs Germany Preview
Germany is a youthful side with plenty of potential to win future major tournaments. Their youngsters were on show at the World Cup, and, on Wednesday night, more German youngsters will get their chance to shine on the international stage. Sweden failed to qualify for the 2010 World Cup and coach Erik Hamren has to build a side which will qualify for the Euros in 2012.
Netherlands vs Sweden Preview
The Oranje didn’t live up to expectations against Moldova on Friday although they managed to grab all three points. They had to thank Huntelaar for that; incredibly, the striker has now scored more than 5 goals in the Euro 2012 qualifiers. But could the Netherlands rely on his influence again when they’ll face Sweden next?Swede coach Erik Hamren has actually named a man-squad with a bolstered defense, knowing very well the size of the Netherlands’ potential in attack. Unfortunately for Tuesday’s visitors, center-back Olof Mellberg has been made unavailable through suspension.
However, Daniel Majstorovic and Andreas Granqvist should assume their responsibilities at the back as Coach Hamren revealed his dream of defeating Bert Marwijk’s World Cup silver medalists.
Sweden’s Larsson Hopeful Of A Victory Away To The Netherlands
Sweden have a game in hand like Finland in the table whereas all the other contestant in Group E have played 3 matches already. Tonight, the Swedes will create a vital advantage for themselves should they defeat the Netherlands away from home. One of their greatest strength is the defense which is yet to be broken. Looking at how unimpressive the Dutch were against Moldova last week, Tuesday night’s visitors will be hoping to stun their opponents with a performance that will help them clinch an important victory in Amsterdam.
There’s no way Sweden can top the Netherlands on paper, but as long as football is played on the field, midfielder Sebastian Larsson continues to hope for the best.
Cristiano Ronaldo, Ibrahimovic, Villa and Messi Up For Euro 2012 And Friendly Challenge
Portugal vs Denmark – Cristiano Ronaldo only has ONE option
After drawing 4-4 at home to Cyprus and losing 1-0 away to Norway, Portugal’s chances of entering the finals of the UEFA Euro 2012 are visibly slim. In addition to their problems, Carlos Queiroz’s replacement could be the source of instability issues among the squad; but although worries are piling up in the background, hope is not gone. Fortunately, Portugal still have one man who could lead them through the dark in their qualification for the European Championship, and that man is none other than Captain Cristiano Ronaldo.
Surely, for neutral football fans and Portugal followers, it is always exciting to see the world’s most famous active soccer superstar. However, in the situation where the Selecção presently are, big names with major club attainments are just priceless add-ons to a wounded army.
“Violent” Nigel de Jong Omitted From The Netherlands’ Euro 2012 Qualifying Matches
The 2010 World Cup beaten finalists will entertain Moldova and Sweden in their next two qualifiers, but the Manchester City defender won’t take part in any of these matches. Nigel de Jong was previously criticized for his terrible tackles on USA’s Stuart Holden and Spain’s Xabi Alonso in the past. Now last week, the Sky Blue was accused of “going too far” with his clumsy challenge on Newcastle’s Ben Arfa. According to Netherlands Coach Bert van Marwijk, Nige de Jong’s attitude as a defender on the pitch has become unacceptable and the player is unworthy of more playing time at the moment. The Dutch boss explained during a press conference:
“Nigel has simply gone too far this time. It’s a shame, it really is, that such a thing has happened.
Euro 2012 Qualifying: Sweden vs San Marino Match Preview
Sweden and San Marino have met twice over the past. The 6-0 and 5-0 score lines in favor of Tuesday’s hosts are there to prove that San Marino will make a giant killing should they defeat Sweden this time out. Besides this historical fact, San Marino have just lost 5-0 to the Netherlands. It arguably looks as if they will stumble to yet another heavy defeat away to Sweden.
Who knows? Ibrahimovic may get his name on the score sheet as well or maybe Pontus Wernbloom – who scored a brace against Hungary last Friday – may continue his goal scoring form.
Denmark v Sweden European World Cup qualification Match Preview
Table status and comparisons
Denmark are the surprise leaders in Group A. The Danes kicked off their World Cup qualifying campaign with a goalless draw away to Hungary but quickly found their rhythm.
They are on 18 points, three clear above second-placed Sweden, thanks to an unbeaten run throughout the campaign so far.
Denmark have the best goal-scoring record in the group with fifteen goals in eight matches – six more than Sweden.
But Sweden possess the best defense in the table with only three goals conceded. Clean sheets against Portugal home and away, Albania away, and Malta in both legs have helped Sweden become the best defensive side in Group A.
Hungary v Sweden Live
Hungary host sweden as they sit nicely in 2nd place in Group 1 of the 2010 World Cup UEFA qualifying. Both Sweden and Portugal are the only threats for Hungary securing 2nd place in group 1 and having a chance to advance to the World Cup 2010. A Hungary win against Sweden and a Portugal win against Denmark will result in a big shake up in the group, and leave Hungary sharing top spot in the group with Denmark. Sweden will be fighting for their survival and Hungary will have to defend as the coming...