In a dazzling display of footballing fireworks, Vinicius Junior lit up the Copa America stage, leaving Paraguay’s defense in tatters and Brazil’s coach, Dorival Junior, grinning from ear to ear. The Real Madrid speedster, who had been as quiet as a church mouse in Brazil’s opener against Costa Rica, roared back to life with a […]
Uruguay kickstarted their Copa América campaign in dominant fashion, securing a resounding 5-0 victory over Bolivia at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. This win marks the first time since 2000 that Uruguay has opened the tournament with consecutive victories, propelling them into the knockout stages for the third consecutive edition. Despite Darwin Núñez missing […]
In a heated match at MetLife Stadium, Argentina secured a hard-fought 1-0 win over Chile, advancing to the quarterfinals of the Copa América. The reigning champions extended their impressive run to 21 wins in 22 internationals, but not without a fierce battle. Chile, led by Argentinian manager Ricardo Gareca, put up a stubborn resistance, with […]
As the group stages of EURO 2024 come to a close, pre-tournament favorites France and England continue to underwhelm, while Ralf Rangnick’s Austria has emerged as a surprising force to be reckoned with. Austria: The Real Dark Horses? Austria has been a breath of fresh air in the tournament so far, playing an exciting brand […]
Sunday saw the final curtain fall on Group A at Euro 2024, and it was a day that offered both drama and lingering questions. Germany Held, Shows Vulnerability Germany, the tournament favorites and dominant in their first two matches, displayed a worrying blip against Switzerland. Despite controlling possession (62%) and boasting superior expected goals (1.65 […]
In a move that underscores the unforgiving nature of international football, Wales has parted ways with head coach Rob Page after three and a half years at the helm. The decision, announced on Friday, brings to a close a tenure that began with promise but ultimately ended in disappointment. Page, who took charge initially on […]
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has called for his team to focus on the present as they begin their Copa America title defense against Canada on Thursday. Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday, Scaloni acknowledged the team’s recent success in winning the 2021 Copa America and the 2022 World Cup but emphasized the need […]
Another day at Euro 2024, etched in the football memory. The drama continues to unfold, leaving fans breathless and hearts pounding. Here’s a look at three moments that epitomize the sheer passion and unpredictability of this incredible tournament: From Villain to Hero: Gjasula’s Last-Gasp Redemption Albania’s Klaus Gjasula experienced the full spectrum of emotions in […]
Nigeria’s quest for the 2026 World Cup has been thrown into further turmoil following the resignation of coach Finidi George, just two months into his tenure. George, a former Nigerian international and Ajax legend, took over the national team in April 2024 after the expiration of Jose Peseiro’s contract. However, his short stint was marred […]
Day two of Euro 2024 lived up to the opening night’s fireworks, with Switzerland, Spain, and Italy claiming victories and plenty of talking points emerging. Here’s a look at three key narratives that unfolded: Switzerland: Masters of Efficiency Switzerland’s reputation for navigating tricky group stages precedes them, having reached the knockout rounds in their last […]
