Football Blog (Page 177)

[ad_1] Olivier Giroud moved level with Thierry Henry on France’s all-time scorers list after he scored twice in France’s win against Australia. The 36-year-old grabbed his 50th and 51st goals for Les Bleus as they opened their 2022 World Cup group stage campaign with a comeback victory. Giroud tapped in France’s second of the evening after Adrien Rabiot stole the ball off of Nathaniel Atkinson and squared for the Milan striker. After missing a stunning overhead kick in the second half, Giroud levelled Henry’s record with a trademark header from a Kylian Mbappe cross. Giroud’s record-tying brace came on his 115th appearance for France, nowRead More →

[ad_1] The Glazer family could look to sell Manchester United as they consider welcoming outsider investment. United fans have never warmed to the Glazers ever since they took control of the club back in 2005. 17 years after said takeover, United supporters continue to protest against their ownership, but this chapter in the club’s history could be coming to an end. Sky News report that the Glazers will imminently announce plans to source outsider investment, and that a full sale of the club is an option to them. The Glazers are currently being advised by investment bankers and an official statement could be released soon.Read More →

[ad_1] Robert Lewandowski is still without a World Cup goal after he missed a penalty in Poland’s goalless draw with Mexico. The two teams went into the match boosted by Argentina’s shock defeat to Saudi Arabia earlier in the day, although neither could really find the quality to take full advantage. The best chances of the opening exchanges went to Mexico, with Alexis Vega spurning a big opportunity when he isolated Matty Cash at the back post and out-jumped him. However, he was only able to direct his header wide. It then became a low-quality affair that struggled to produce much goalmouth activity. It wasRead More →

[ad_1] Dear Australian national team, Here we are, the 2022 FIFA World Cup is upon us, and once again, Australian football will take its rightful seat at football’s most exclusive table.  Against all odds, Australia were able to tap into its Aussie DNA, evoke the Never Say Never attitude and play in a way that would make each of the late Johnny Warren and Les Murray proud, to qualify for this year’s showpiece event. I for one cannot wait until we kick off our campaign against France on 22 November.   I have been extremely privileged to witness many of this team’s iconic moments in ourRead More →

[ad_1] How to watch Netherlands vs Ecuador at the World Cup on TV and live streaming services. Credit: 90min.com[ad_2]Read More →

[ad_1] Well, that was fun. England were once a side that used to begin major tournaments with a whimper. Think the drab draw with Sweden in 2002, the unconvincing triumph over Paraguay in 2006, and Rob Green’s blunder against the Americans. A steady improvement would then ensue, gradually building expectation before an inevitable disappointing exit in the knockout phase. Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions do things a little differently, however. Their 6-2 thumping of Iran was their third straight opening game victory at a major tournament. The comfortable triumph has left them on the verge of qualifying for the round of 16 with games against theRead More →

[ad_1] “A storm, a red storm, is coming to the gates of Qatar,” Michael Sheen promised as he gave a rousing speech to the Welsh national team ahead of their first World Cup appearance since 1958. Emboldened by the “spirit of ’58”, Rob Page’s side produced a battling display upon their return to the grandest of spectacles in all of sports. Their 1-1 draw with the USA offers Wales hope of progressing into the knockout stages. They have absolutely everything to play for and supporters will be dreaming of a Euro 2016-esque journey in Qatar. The moment Welsh football supporters had been waiting 64 yearsRead More →

[ad_1] Dear Tunisian national team, My name is Sarra Farza, I am a 28 year old Tunisian woman, and I have been supporting the national team since I was a young child.  My earliest football memory is from way back in 2004, when I first travelled to Rades to watch Tunisia play in the Africa Cup of Nations. The atmosphere in that stadium was truly life-changing for me. As a football fan, winning that tournament remains the greatest moment of my life and a feeling that I’d love to experience again.  Competing in the World Cup means so much to me and the rest ofRead More →

[ad_1] Germany have confirmed that Bayern Munich winger Leroy Sane will not feature in the World Cup opener against Japan on Wednesday. Sane missed training on Tuesday morning with a knee injury and the German national team have since confirmed that he will play no part in the Japan game as a result. The 26-year-old is normally a key part of Hansi Flick’s lineup but the manager will now have to look elsewhere for firepower out wide. Sane is the only natural left winger in the squad but Bayern Munich teammate Jamal Musiala has plenty of experience there and may be drafted in as aRead More →

[ad_1] 90min rounds up the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip circulating around the world… Chelsea are interested in Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford, who has been unsettled at Old Trafford ever since the arrival of Cristiano Ronaldo. Rashford’s contract expires next summer but United have the option to trigger a one-year extension. (Simon Phillips) As for Ronaldo, any hope of a return to Real Madrid has been extinguished by the La Liga side, who have no interest in a January reunion. (Marca) Paris Saint-Germain have sent scouts to Qatar to watch Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli in action for Brazil at the World Cup. (Todofichajes) The LigueRead More →