Didier Deschamps’ side finally ended their streak of draws with a comfortable 2-0 win over Finland. There were big wins for the Netherlands, Denmark, and Norway, whilst Portugal swept past Azerbaijan. An Antoine Griezmann double helped world champions France beat Finland in the 2022 FIFA World Cup European Qualifiers. The Atletico Madrid man hit either side of the interval to end Les Bleus’ unprecedented streak of stalemates. Deschamps’ men were largely in control of the game and registered 20 shots compared to their opponent’s three. France remain unbeaten in their group and have accumulated 12 points from a possible 18. Elsewhere, there were more convincing wins for the Netherlands, Denmark, and Norway -…
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The Blues are eyeing a move for Leroy Sane who left Manchester City for Bayern back in 2020. The Bavarians, meanwhile, are targeting RB Salzburg’s 19-year-old sensation Karim Adeyemi, who scored on his senior debut for Germany. Chelsea’s German emphasis brought Kai Havertz and Timo Werner to the club last summer to add to the already present Antonio Rudiger. Compatriot Thomas Tuchel arrived in January to take over as the head coach of the senior team, giving the English side a uniquely German look. Rumors have since linked the Blues to German national team pair Matthias Ginter and Jonas Hofmann, but the latest one sees a familiar name pop up. …
Chelsea midfielder Jorginho could be on his way out if the words of his agent are to be believed. Meanwhile, the Blues are close to reaching an agreement regarding the Andreas Christensen’s contract extension, as much was hinted at by the player himself. Plenty of contract extensions are on the agenda for Chelsea director Marina Granovskaia, with several key deals running out either next season or the one beyond. It looks like Christensen will be the first to commit his future to the club, as much being hinted at by the player himself in a recent interview. “I know a lot…
The Dutchman has claimed that despite a drastically short amount of game time last season, he still trusts manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, who continues to treat him as an important member of the squad. Donny Van De Beek spoke about the same on Rio Ferdinand’s podcast, claiming that Solskjaer asked him to stay at the club this season. “I speak with the manager about it and the club. They were clear they wanted me to stay here. The manager was really positive about me and he said, ‘I need you and I want to keep you here.Of course, what I see here now in…
Before returning to Manchester United on August 31, Cristiano Ronaldo spoke at length with Piers Morgan over dinner. There the journalist asked him a cheeky question about the best player Cristiano has played against, and the Portuguese talisman’s answer was very straightforward. The 36-year-old named his biggest rival, Lionel Messi, who recently joined Paris Saint-Germain after 17 years with Barcelona. However, he claimed himself to be the best player in the sport and feels that everyone should think of themselves as the best in their job. “If you don’t think you are the best. If you don’t believe you are No…
Ex-France defender Jean-Pierre Adams has passed away at the age of 73, both PSG and Nimes – the clubs he used to play for – announced on Monday. In 1982, a near-fatal dose of anaesthetic was administered to Adams before a routine knee operation. The anaesthesia caused major brain damage, which made him enter a coma. The Senegal-born defender represented OGC Nice in over 150 appearances and has also plied his trade Paris Saint-Germain. The centre-back earned 22 caps for France national team in the 1970s, and there he formed a great defensive partnership with Marius Tresor. The defensive duo were known as the “Black Guard”. Adams…
Argentina’s WC2022 qualifying game against Brazil played in Sao Paulo on Sunday had to be suspended minutes after kick-off after the Brazilian health officials came on to the pitch mid-match and escorted some Argentine players away. According to reports, Brazil’s Federal Police had received a request from the Brazilian Health Regulatory Agency to stop Aston Villa players Emiliano Martínez and Emiliano Buendía along with Tottenham’s Giovani Lo Celso and Cristian Romero from taking part in the match. As stated by the Agency, those players had given false statements on arriving in Brazil, hiding the fact that they had been in the United Kingdom, playing in the…
Life in Afghanistan has come to a standstill as they have taken over the reins from the government. However, the people found little solace as cricket was back at the Kabul International stadium. Top players like Gulbadin Naib, Hasmatullah Shahidi and Rahmat Shah were in action for the Independence Trophy, which acted as a preparation tournament for the upcoming T20 World Cup. The Afghan people consider the return of cricket to their stadiums was a big change in the right direction. The Afghanistan Cricket Board feels that this match was organized for the people to seek peace in their country. The people wanted the situation in Afghanistan to calm…
Manchester City snubbed the chance to sign Saul Niguez from Atletico Madrid, in exchange for Bernardo Silva heading the other way, reports The Daily Star. Saul eventually joined City’s rivals, Chelsea, on a one-year loan deal. Snubbing Saul meant Silva was denied his wish to leave the club. According to several reports, and later confirmed by Pep Guardiola himself, the Portugal international wanted to cut his ties with the Citizens and return to Iberia. Guardiola said as much during the summer transfer window, claiming that Silva was among a few players looking for an opportunity to leave the club. “He’s our player. Not just Bernardo,…
The Blues striker has played down comparisons with five-time Ballon d’Or winner. Lukaku, who could earn his 100th cap for Belgium in today’s 2022 World Cup qualification match against the Czech Republic, has scored 66 times internationally. Ronaldo, meanwhile, became the top goalscorer earlier this week, when he netted his 110th and 111th goals for Portugal in a comeback win against Ireland (2-1). Both players won a title each and the Serie A MVP award in two of the last three seasons. Eventually, both players left Italy to return to England, where they will resume their careers with Chelsea and Manchester United, respectively. Lukaku and Ronaldo were engaged in the battle…