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‘Modern’ Oranje superior to ‘helpless’ Spain: ‘Torture in Mestalla looms’
The Dutch national team impressed the Spanish media on Thursday night. Their own national team received less favorable reviews after the 2-2 draw at De Kuip. Jeremie Frimpong and Tijjani Reijnders were even mentioned as potential signings for Real Madrid.

Newcastle places Howe in an honorable list alongside Shearer and Sir Bobby Robson
Eddie Howe is set to receive an honorary award from the city of Newcastle in the near future, according to English media reports. By winning the League Cup, the manager of The Magpies will be granted honorary citizenship of the city, placing him in an esteemed group alongside Alan Shearer and Sir Bobby Robson.

Torres wants to offer 'something beautiful' to old acquaintances in stricken Valencia through Oranje
Ferran Torres is already looking forward to the return match against the Netherlands in the Nations League quarter-finals. Oranje will visit Mestalla in Valencia for the game. For the Barcelona forward, it will be a special encounter.

Kluivert and Koeman joke about fatherhood: 'Then the second one as well, I guess'
Justin Kluivert recently became a father, and it certainly hasn’t affected his football. The creative winger is back with the Dutch national team and joked with head coach Ronald Koeman about fatherhood ahead of the return match against Spain.

Højlund makes Copenhagen shout 'siuuu' in front of Ronaldo’s face
Rasmus Højlund has explained how he celebrated his winning goal against Portugal. The Danish striker finished off a well-constructed attack and, under the watchful eye of Cristiano Ronaldo, made the stadium in Copenhagen shout 'Siuuu' by copying the Portuguese star’s signature celebration. "It was out of respect for my idol," said the Manchester United forward.

Retegui released from the Italian national team
Italy faces a setback ahead of their Nations League quarter-final against Germany as forward Mateo Retegui is ruled out due to a right thigh injury.

English media see it as a 'housewarming gift' for the new Tuchel army
England secured a fairly routine win over Albania on Friday night in their World Cup qualifying campaign. The English media were moderately positive about the 'Thomas Tuchel Army', with Myles Lewis-Skelly and Jude Bellingham seen as the standout performers.

Stuttgart manager extends contract until 2028, rules out move to Leipzig
Sebastian Hoeness and his assistant, David Krecidlo, have extended their contracts to continue the work they’ve been doing at the club since their arrival in April 2023.

Media harsh on Mbappé and co: 'France is a tragedy'
The international media were harsh on the French national team after their defeat to Croatia. The French crashed out in the quarter-finals of the Nations League, and the shaky defense is a major concern. Kylian Mbappé also faced criticism.

Salah proves top form with impressive stats
Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan has praised star player Mohamed Salah after his standout performance against Ethiopia. The Liverpool forward delivered once again, contributing a goal and an assist.