FootballFrance look to bounce back against Belgium and end camp on a high
Three days after drawing with Italy, France host Belgium at the Stade de France. A win would move them closer to the Nations League quarter-finals.
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FootballPortugal beat Norway to reach the Nations League quarter-finals
A 2-1 win over Norway on Sunday gave Portugal a fourth victory in as many Nations League matches and secured its place in the quarter-finals. The defending champions are the first team through, despite Cristiano Ronaldo’s absence.
FootballTuchel says Gordon « has reached another level »
After Gordon’s performance against Croacia, Thomas Tuchel praised his aggression and confidence. The forward started the match, scored and provided an assist.
FootballBowie sets Scotland on course for victory in North Macedonia
Kieron Bowie’s 7th-minute goal got Scotland moving and gave Sébastien Pocognoli his first goal as manager. John McGinn later scored his 22nd goal for his country from the penalty spot, but missed chances and Scott McKenna’s late sending-off kept Scotland from having a fully comfortable evening.
FootballEngland thrash Croatia 7-0 in Nations League
England delivered a commanding win over Croatia in Rijeka. Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka scored twice each as a dominant team performance strengthened England’s hopes of qualifying.
FootballCroacia-Inglaterra face the shadow of the “City case”
The City case hangs over the England squad ahead of their Nations League match against Croatia. Both teams have three points and are targeting second place in Group A3, which also brings a place in the quarter-finals.
FootballMancini says Italy are beginning to “behave like a real team”
After a 1-1 draw with France in Saint-Denis, Italy coach Roberto Mancini said he was pleased with his team’s progress. He considers the overall record from their three Nations League matches positive.
FootballLewandowski scores a hat-trick in Poland’s 6-0 win over Romania
Robert Lewandowski led Poland to their first Nations League victory with a hat-trick against Romania. Reduced to 10 men after Drăgușin was sent off, Romania lost 6-0.
FootballFrance draw with Italy and drop their first points
France were held to a 1-1 draw at the Stade de France, remaining unbeaten in the Nations League but ending their run without dropping points. Michael Olise had put the hosts ahead before a defensive mistake allowed Italy to equalise.
FootballAlex Kral says Spain “also make mistakes”
Ahead of Saturday’s Nations League meeting with Spain, Alex Kral says his team will need a “perfect” performance to win. The midfielder sees facing the reigning world champions as a major motivation.
FootballDzeko to bid farewell to international football against Sweden
Edin Dzeko will end his international career with Bosnia and Herzegovina in their Nations League match against Sweden. Aged 40, he leaves with 151 caps and 73 goals, his country’s all-time record.
GeneralSolomon: “Our country is ten times better”
Solomon, Israel’s captain, said: “Our country is ten times better.” In the UEFA Nations League, Ireland lost 0-3 to Israel.
FootballLamine Yamal strengthens his case after Wembley goal
After scoring in Spain’s 3-2 Nations League win over England, Lamine Yamal delivered another standout display at Wembley. At 19, he combines trophies, statistics and influence in major matches.
FootballNations League: Klopp suffers first Germany defeat against Greece
Jürgen Klopp’s Germany lost 1-0 to Greece in Augsburg, marking Greece’s first-ever win over the German national team. The Greeks remain top of Nations League Group A2.
GeneralIreland beat Israel 3-0 in a tense Nations League match
The Republic of Ireland defeated Israel 3-0 after a one-sided first half. The match, the most controversial of this Nations League Sunday, was marked by several Irish protest gestures and racist chants in the stands.
GeneralDenmark bounce back against Wales in the Nations League
After opening their Nations League campaign with a defeat to Norway, Denmark responded with a 2-0 win over Wales. A Ben Davies own goal and an Isaksen strike made the difference after the break.
FootballBelgium-France: Zidane plans changes after first win in Turkey
After beginning his France tenure with a 1-0 victory in Turkey, Zinédine Zidane is planning to reshape his side against Belgium on Monday. The coach wants to use this run of matches to assess his entire squad.
FootballOyarzabal, decisive substitute at Wembley in a busy international day
Coming off the bench, Mikel Oyarzabal gave Spain a 3-2 win over England at Wembley with a decisive late finish. Several other Real internationals were also involved during the break.
FootballCraig Bellamy targets more history against a Denmark side under pressure
After a 1-0 defeat in Portugal, Craig Bellamy’s Wales travel to Copenhagen on Sunday at 17:00 BST to face Denmark in the Nations League. The Wales head coach returns to an opponent against whom he has already made his mark as a player.
FootballDe la Fuente and Rodri hold press conference ahead of Spain-England
The press conference featuring coach De la Fuente and Rodri can be followed live from 9 p.m., ahead of Spain’s first Nations League match against England.
GeneralSpain’s magnificent eight, triple champions under Luis de la Fuente
Eight Spain players have won the World Cup, the Euros and the Nations League under Luis de la Fuente. With that core in place, they are setting the challenge at Wembley of taking Spain to a fourth Nations League final.
FootballFrom Rangers to La Liga, Scotland is Robbie Ure’s next step
After leaving Rangers without establishing himself there, Robbie Ure joined Sevilla and now hopes to earn his first Scotland cap. The 22-year-old striker arrives in a reshaped attacking unit ahead of Saturday’s Nations League trip to Slovenia.
General‘Big 5’ podcast: Zidane at Clairefontaine, a long-awaited reunion
The ‘Big 5’ podcast looks back at the new France head coach’s first steps at Clairefontaine. Zidane is preparing for four Nations League matches there, with the aim of drawing a line under the Didier Deschamps era.