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Tuchel puts relations with Arsenal on edge after comment about Rice
Thomas Tuchel has stated that he will not give in to demands from clubs to rest players during international matches. The new England manager pointed to Declan Rice as an example, noting that the midfielder played over an hour in a Champions League match that had already been effectively decided. "I didn’t get the feeling they were thinking about us then," Tuchel remarked.
Dean Huijsen chose Spain to fulfil his dream of playing for Real Madrid
Dean Huijsen’s dream of playing for Real Madrid played a role in his decision to choose the Spanish national team. According to Spanish media, he admitted this during conversations with the Spanish football federation. After his performances in the Nations League double-header against the Netherlands, it seems the Madrid club has been sufficiently convinced.
Spectacular first half just enough for Germany against Italy
Germany secured a place in the Nations League semi-finals at the expense of Italy on Sunday evening. After Thursday’s 2-1 win in Milan, a dominant first half from Julian Nagelsmann’s side was enough to see them through, with the match eventually ending in a 3-3 draw.
World Cup winner sounds the alarm: 'France are playing football from another era'
The football played by Didier Deschamps' France belongs to another era, according to Christophe Dugarry. The 53-year-old former international, who earned 55 caps for his country, has had enough of what he describes as the reactive style of play that Les Bleus have been producing for the past twelve years.
Mexico wins the CONCACAF Nations League
Mexico clinched their first CONCACAF Nations League title with a dramatic stoppage-time penalty against Panama, ending years of frustration. Raúl Jiménez scored both goals for El Tri in a tense 2-1 win, while the U.S. disappointed, losing to Canada in the third-place match.
Greek youngsters roll over Scotland, red-carded Trauner the scapegoat for Austria
Greece, Turkey, and Serbia will compete in League A of the next Nations League. The countries won convincingly on Sunday, securing a spot among the top nations. Feyenoord’s Gernot Trauner played a negative leading role for Austria.
Trauner surprised by red card against Serbia: 'Not sure if I even touched him'
Gernot Trauner was shown a red card on Sunday evening during the Nations League clash with Serbia. With the Feyenoord defender sent off, Austria was reduced to ten men while already trailing 1-0. Trauner questioned whether the red card was justified, saying: "I'm not sure if I actually made contact with him."
I'm against individual awards in football
Brazil coach Dorival Júnior confirms six changes for the World Cup qualifier against Argentina, emphasizing respect in one of football's biggest rivalries. He also voices opposition to individual awards in football, while Vinícius Júnior prepares to lead Brazil’s attack in a high-stakes clash.
Patience in Turin has run out: Juventus swaps Motta for a familiar face
Thiago Motta has been sacked as Juventus manager after just over eight months in charge. The position of the former Italian international had become untenable in recent weeks due to disappointing results. Igor Tudor will replace him at the club, where Teun Koopmeiners plays.
Dyche slams Kompany: '127 million, 24 points, and Bayern appoint him'
Sean Dyche has been out of a coaching job for a few months now, after being shown the door by Everton. In Burnley, the man with the distinctive voice remains a club legend, and in his recently launched radio show, he defended his track record at Turf Moor.