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Germany into Nations League quarters, France and Italy win
AFP · one year ago
Germany secured a place in the UEFA Nations League quarter-finals with a 1-0 win over old rivals the Netherlands on Monday, while France won in Belgium and Italy continued their recent revival.
Nagelsmann lauds 'supercharged' Germany's 'best half of the year'
AFP · one year ago
Fresh from a dominant 1-0 win over the Netherlands in Munich, Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann lauded the "supercharged atmosphere" in his side on the anniversary of his first game.
Mbappe 'investigated for rape' in Sweden: report
AFP · one year ago
Kylian Mbappe is being investigated for rape by Swedish police, according to a newspaper report in Sweden following a visit by the Real Madrid star to Stockholm, which Mbappe denounced as "fake news".
Nigeria refuse to play in Libya as Algeria, Cameroon qualify
AFP · one year ago
Nigeria's refusal to play an Africa Cup of Nations fixture in Libya after alleged "inhumane treatment" of their squad, overshadowed Algeria and Cameroon qualifying on Monday for the 2025 finals.
Leweling rockets Germany past Dutch and into Nations League quarterfinals
AFP · one year ago
A 63-minute rocket from debutant Jamie Leweling gave Germany a 1-0 win over a limp Netherlands in Munich on Monday and a first appearance in the Nations League knockout rounds.
Kolo Muani double fires France to win in Belgium
AFP · one year ago
Randal Kolo Muani of Paris Saint-Germain scored twice as France again won in the absence of Kylian Mbappe on Monday, beating Belgium 2-1 away in the UEFA Nations League.
Italy sweep past Israel in Nations League amid high security
AFP · one year ago
Italy strengthened their position at the top of Nations League Group A2 on Monday by beating Israel 4-1 in Udine, where ramped up security measures were put in place for the away side's first match of 2024 outside Hungary.
'Unique' Ronaldo an example to everyone, says Martinez
AFP · one year ago
Cristiano Ronaldo's commitment to international football aged 39 is an example to his team-mates, said Portugal boss Roberto Martinez after the superstar's arrival in Scotland sparked excitement among fans.
Carsley open to foreign England manager amid Guardiola links
AFP · one year ago
Interim England manager Lee Carsley believes the job should go to the best candidate, regardless of nationality, amid reports Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has been asked about his interest in the role.
Pogba hungry to have his football cake after doping ban
AFP · one year ago
French international Paul Pogba said Monday he was hungry to return to football after his doping ban was last week reduced from four years to 18 months.
Clarke backs Scotland to bounce back from 'tough' run
AFP · one year ago
Scotland boss Steve Clarke said his players have earned the right to retain supporters' faith despite a historically poor run of form.
Mendy borrowed money from Man City team-mates for legal fees
AFP · one year ago
Former Manchester City footballer Benjamin Mendy borrowed money from team-mates for legal fees and child support after he was charged with sexual offences, an employment tribunal heard on Monday.
Football leagues, unions file EU complaint against FIFA in calendar dispute
AFP · one year ago
Major bodies representing footballers and clubs in Europe on Monday filed a complaint to the European Commission accusing FIFA of abusing its position over changes to the international match calendar and tournament expansions.
Nigeria boycott AFCON qualifier in Libya after 'inhumane treatment'
AFP · one year ago
The Nigeria Football Federation said it will fly the national team back home Monday after alleged "inhumane treatment" in Libya ahead of a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier.
FIFA to open 'global dialogue' on transfer system after Diarra ruling
AFP · one year ago
FIFA will open "a global dialogue" aimed at adapting the transfer system in football following the recent ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) in a case brought by Lassana Diarra, the sport's world governing body said on Monday.
Rice praises 'unbelievable' England interim boss Carsley despite uncertainty
AFP · one year ago
Declan Rice says England's players love playing under caretaker boss Lee Carsley and do not need clarity on his future despite uncertainty over the managerial position.
England return to winning ways in Nations League, Austria thrash Norway
AFP · one year ago
England eased to a 3-1 victory away to Finland in the Nations League on Sunday, while Austria put five past Erling Haaland's Norway.
England deserve 'world class' coach: Carsley
AFP · one year ago
Lee Carsley admitted England deserve a "world class coach" with a winning habit after Sunday's 3-1 victory against Finland left the interim manager's future unresolved.
Burkina Faso win to become first qualifiers for 2025 AFCON
AFP · one year ago
Former Aston Villa forward Bertrand Traore scored as Burkina Faso beat Burundi 2-0 on Sunday to become the first qualifiers for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
AC Milan's Pulisic among five out for USA match in Mexico
AFP · one year ago
AC Milan striker Christian Pulisic is among five players rested from the United States national team ahead of Tuesday's friendly in Mexico, US Soccer said on Sunday.
