Gareth Southgate hails Jude Bellingham’s ‘competitive spirit’ after late goal

Posted Wednesday, March 27, 2024 by PA

Gareth Southgate praised Jude Bellingham’s never-say-die attitude after saving England from defeat against Belgium at the end of an international break that provides plenty of food for thought ahead of the Euros.Among the favourites for glory this summer, the side third in FIFA’s world rankings stepped up preparations with a pair of high-level friendlies against the nations directly ...Full Story »

Football is a cruel game – Rob Page reflects on Wales’ shoot-out defeat

Posted Wednesday, March 27, 2024 by PA

Wales manager Rob Page reflected on a “cruel” defeat after his side’s hopes of qualifying for Euro 2024 ended in a heartbreaking penalty shoot-out loss to Poland.Daniel James missed the decisive spot-kick as Wales were beaten 5-4 on penalties after a goalless draw at the Cardiff City Stadium.Page told S4C: “It is a cruel game and that is what I have said to the players. O...Full Story »

John O’Shea ready to be a manager after Republic of Ireland interim spell

Posted Wednesday, March 27, 2024 by PA

John O’Shea insists he is “more than ready” for management despite his spell as interim Republic of Ireland boss ending in disappointment.The former Manchester United and Ireland defender, placed in charge for this month’s friendly double-header against Belgium and Switzerland, saw his side go down 1-0 to the Swiss on Tuesday evening after Saturday’s 0-0 draw agains...Full Story »

Scotland will be ready in June and that is most important thing – Steve Clarke

Posted Wednesday, March 27, 2024 by PA

Steve Clarke remains confident that Scotland will be ready for Euro 2024 this summer despite their winless run being extended to seven games with a 1-0 friendly defeat by Northern Ireland at Hampden Park.The Scotland boss was looking for a response following a 4-0 defeat to the Netherlands in Amsterdam on Friday night but midfielder Conor Bradley’s first international goal gave Northern Ir...Full Story »

Penalty shoot-out heartbreak for Wales as Poland clinch Euro 2024 spot

Posted Wednesday, March 27, 2024 by PA

Wales suffered heartbreak in their first-ever penalty shoot-out as Poland booked their place at Euro 2024 after a goalless 120 minutes.Spot-kicks were needed on a tense evening in which Ben Davies had a first-half header disallowed for offside but chances were scarce in this play-off final.Wales were reduced to 10 in the final seconds as Chris Mepham was banished for a second yellow card and Car...Full Story »

Conor Bradley effort enough as Northern Ireland extend Scotland’s winless streak

Posted Wednesday, March 27, 2024 by PA

Scotland’s winless run became a concern after it was extended to seven games with a dismal 1-0 friendly defeat by Northern Ireland at Hampden Park.The Tartan Army were looking for a response following a 4-0 defeat by the Netherlands in Amsterdam on Friday night but were shocked when midfielder Conor Bradley fired in for the visitors after 32 minutes.The home side picked up the pace after t...Full Story »

Conor Bradley ‘absolutely buzzing’ after scoring Northern Ireland winner

Posted Wednesday, March 27, 2024 by PA

Conor Bradley was “absolutely buzzing” after his first Northern Ireland goal was enough for Michael O’Neill’s side to beat disappointing Scotland 1-0 in a friendly at Hampden Park.A deflected shot from Bradley in the 32nd minute put Northern Ireland in front against the run of play, and despite having more than 80 per cent possession, Scotland could not find a way back as...Full Story »

Xherdan Shaqiri stunner condemns John O’Shea’s Republic of Ireland to defeat

Posted Wednesday, March 27, 2024 by PA

A piece of magic from Xherdan Shaqiri ensured John O’Shea’s reign as interim Republic of Ireland head coach ended in disappointment as Switzerland eased to a 1-0 friendly victory in Dublin.The Chicago Fire midfielder’s sweet 23rd-minute free-kick proved the difference between the sides, but did not fully reflect the control the visitors exerted on a night when Ireland, ranked 4...Full Story »

Altrincham come from behind to see off Wealdstone

Posted Wednesday, March 27, 2024 by PA

Altrincham returned to winning ways with a 4-1 National League comeback victory at home to struggling Wealdstone.Charlie Barker opened the scoring just after the half-hour mark, tapping the ball home following Aaron Henry’s corner for his second goal of the season.Altrincham equalised through Alex Newby just four minutes later and the former Rochdale midfielder almost put the hosts ahead b...Full Story »

Southend keep slim play-off hopes alive with victory at Solihull

Posted Wednesday, March 27, 2024 by PA

Oli Coker scored twice as Southend kept alive their outside hopes of making the Vanarama National League play-offs with an impressive 3-0 win at Solihull Moors.Coker opened the scoring midway through the first half, converting with ease after good work down the wing from Wes Fonguck.Joe Sbarra came close to an equaliser but saw his low effort tipped behind by goalkeeper Colin Andeng Ndi.Coker do...Full Story »

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