2014 World Cup: Netherlands vs Argentina Preview
Wednesday’s World Cup action comes from Sao Paolo, where the Netherlands face Argentina in a repeat of the 1978 final. The winners of Brazil vs Germany will be waiting for face the victors in Sunday’s...
View ArticleRobin van Persie doubtful for Argentina game
Netherlands national team have suffered a major blow ahead of the World Cup semi-final against Argentina as striker Robin van Persie picked up a stomach bug. The Manchester United striker trained...
View ArticleBarcelona happy with Neymar recovery
Spanish giants Barcelona have stated they are satisfied with Neymar’s recovery from the back injury the forward picked up at the 2014 World Cup. The 22-year-old suffered a fractured vertebra in the...
View ArticleMats Hummels injury doubt for World Cup final
Germany have confirmed that Borussia Dortmund defender Mats Hummels could miss the World Cup final against Argentina through injury. The highly rated stopper was withdrawn at half-time in the...
View Article2014 World Cup: Brazil vs Netherlands Preview
The penultimate match of this summer’s World Cup takes place in Brasilia on Saturday as hosts Brazil face the Netherlands in the battle for third place. Luiz Felipe Scolari’s side’s semi-final result...
View ArticleAngel Di Maria trains ahead of the World Cup final
Argentina boss Alejandro Sabella has received a major boost as key midfielder Angel Di Maria stepped up his recovery from a though injury. The Real Madrid star took part in Thursday’s training session,...
View Article2014 World Cup: Germany vs Argentina Preview
The 2014 World Cup concludes in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday as Germany take on Argentina in the final. Joachim Low’s side thumped hosts Brazil 7-1 in the semi-finals in Belo Horizonte on Tuesday; a result...
View ArticleMertesacker wary of Germany complacency
Arsenal defender Per Mertesacker has warned his side not to underestimate their opponents in the World Cup final. Germany go into the match at Maracana on the back of a stunning 7-1 victory over hosts...
View ArticleReal Madrid 2/1 to sign James Rodriguez as they start negotiations
Real Madrid are believed to be closing in on Monaco attacking midfielder James Rodriguez, Spanish daily Marca has suggested. Los Blancos have been impressed with the player’s performances at the 2014...
View ArticleAgent claims Ribery will not return for France
Bayern Munich hotshot Franck Ribery will not be coming out of international retirement, according to his official representative. The 32-year-old decided to retire from international duty after missing...
View ArticleFranz Beckenbauer under FIFA investigation
The FIFA Ethics Committee has opened a bribery investigation into seven officials from Germany’s 2006 World Cup bid team, Sky Sports have reported. Among those under investigation is the German legend...
View ArticleAlex McCarthy replaces Fraser Forster in England squad
Former under-21 England international goalkeeper Alex McCarthy has been called in to replace Southampton teammate Fraser Forster in the England squad for Sunday’s 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier against...
View ArticleFrance vs Netherlands preview
Two of Europe’s most famous national teams will battle for a chance to edge closer to booking their ticket to Russia, with France holding a three-point advantage at the moment. Netherlands will be...
View ArticleCzech Republic vs Germany preview
Trailing second-placed Northern Ireland four points, Czech Republic need to try and defeat the World Cup holders in order to keep their qualifying hopes alive. Six straight wins and 27:1 goal...
View ArticleWales vs Austria preview
With Serbia and Republic of Ireland sitting four points clear at the Group D summit, this will feel as the last chance for both Wales and Austria to improve their qualifying hopes. The two sides are...
View ArticleGreece vs Belgium preview
Greece remained in second place in spite of the failure to beat Estonia at home, but they are now virtually out of the race for the first place in the group. Sitting six points clear at the top,...
View ArticleTurkey vs Croatia preview
Following the controversial defeat to Ukraine, Turkey face a must-win game against group leaders Croatia, who hold a five-point advantage over Mircea Lucescu’s side. Vatreni narrowly defeated Kosovo on...
View ArticleJeff Hendrick to miss Republic of Ireland vs Serbia clash
Republic of Ireland manager Martin O’Neill has moved to confirm that important midfielder Jeff Hendrick will miss the key qualifier against Serbia. The Burnley star was unable to help the Irish against...
View ArticleAllen, Taylor back in Wales squad for Moldova qualifier
Wales manager Chris Coleman welcomes back Joe Allen and Neil Taylor ahead of the important qualifier against Moldova after the pair missed the 1-0 triumph over Austria through suspension. Liverpool...
View ArticleSpain call La Liga trio to replace Iniesta, Morata, Carvajal
Spanish national team leads the way in Group G with a three-point advantage in front second-placed Italy and need four points to secure their place at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. Julen...
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