Luis de la Fuente is anticipating a ‘very tough’ clash with England in Sunday’s Euro 2024 final, though believes his Spain team have played the superior football in Germany. The Spain head coach watched on with interest as England beat the Netherlands to a place in this weekend’s showpiece thanks to a stunning last-gasp winner […]
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Arsenal agree loan deal with Sevilla for Albert Sambi Lokonga
Arsenal have reached an agreement for Albert Sambi Lokonga to join Sevilla on a season-long loan. Lokonga joined Arsenal from Anderlecht for a fee of around £17million in 2021 and went on to make 24 appearances in a promising debut season at the Emirates. But the 24-year-old has struggled to nail down regular playing time […]
Is there a third place play-off at Euro 2024? France and Netherlands fate revealed
The line-up for the Euro 2024 final is now complete, with Spain set to play England in Sunday’s Berlin showpiece. Luis de la Fuente’s impressive Spain side booked their place in the final with a 2-1 comeback win over France in Tuesday’s first semi-final clash. England, meanwhile, ensured they would be taking on Spain at […]
England are in the Euro 2024 final and we should revel in a love that transcends football
After presiding over England’s historic run to a second consecutive Euros final, Gareth Southgate’s thoughts were on love. ‘We all want to be loved, right?’ he said. Football – all sport really – is about love. The Ollie Watkins winner can be just as intense if experienced alone, but that’s because as it flies in […]
Athletic Bilbao issue furious statement over Chelsea, Arsenal and Barcelona target Nico Williams
Athletic Bilbao president Jon Uriarte has hit out at the persistent questions Nico Williams has faced over his future while at Euro 2024, demanding that the constant ‘bombardment’ is brought to a halt. Williams enjoyed an excellent season with Athletic last term, notching five goals and 11 assists in La Liga, and the winger has […]
Gary Neville pinpoints Spain duo that could be ‘trouble’ for England in Euro 2024 final
Gary Neville has pinpointed the Spanish duo he believes could prove ‘trouble’ for England in Sunday’s Euro 2024 final. Gareth Southgate’s side punched their ticket to their second successive Euros final after Ollie Watkins’ late goal saw England win 2-1 against the Netherlands in Dortmund. The Three Lions now have a date with destiny against […]
Chelsea give up on signing £67.5m striker to focus on two alternative targets
Chelsea have given up hope of signing Atletico Madrid starlet Samu Omorodion and will instead focus their attentions on alternative targets. Omorodion had been identified as Chelsea’s primary attacking target for the summer transfer window, with the Stamford Bridge giants determined to strengthen up front to help kick-start the Enzo Maresca era. Nicolas Jackson had […]
Jurgen Klopp responds to surprise national team approach after Liverpool exit
Jurgen Klopp has turned down the chance to become an international manager after a surprise approach from the United States. Klopp, who left Liverpool at the end of last season, was approached by the US following the sacking of Gregg Berhalter. Berhalter only returned to the national team post in 2023 but was relieved of […]
Spain ‘seeking revenge against Cole Palmer’ in Euro 2024 final vs England
Spain’s media believe their national side ‘have a score to settle’ with Cole Palmer in their Euro 2024 final against England on Sunday. Gareth Southgate‘s side sealed a last-gasp 2-1 win against the Netherlands on Wednesday evening to reach the final of the European Championship for the second successive tournament. Spain, meanwhile, also came from […]
Ollie Watkins reveals what Gareth Southgate told him before England winner against Netherlands at Euro 2024
Ollie Watkins has lifted the lid on Gareth Southgate’s instructions moments before he made himself a national hero in England’s 2-1 victory over the Netherlands to reach the Euro 2024 final. Wednesday’s semi-final appeared destined for extra time as both teams came up short in search of a winner in Dortmund. That is until Watkins […]