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![Thon: His speed is a weapon that we really need](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2159235975/pt/foto/dortmund-david-raum-of-germany-germany-coach-julian-nagelsmann-jamal-musiala-of-germany-during.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=oqWgLhQp_2-Tv5Hnft1VyBgCDZeb90Ul1kKnoL9xsKI=)
Thon: 'His speed is a weapon that we really need'
There is much debate in Germany about whether or not Leroy Sané will play in the quarter-final between Germany and Spain. The Bayern Munich forward discussed his own qualities three days before the European Championship clash, and German legend Olaf Thon also weighed in on the matter.
![Griezmann grows tired of criticism of France after ugly victory](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2159580668/pt/foto/dusseldorf-antoine-griezmann-of-france-during-the-uefa-euro-2024-round-of-16-match-between.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=IVdQg9WGDWescuFHjdKkH3F42bSNHLEHBWq20xN7R5E=)
Griezmann grows tired of criticism of France after 'ugly victory'
France's performance in this European Championship remains unimpressive despite all their individual qualities. However, Antoine Griezmann is not very receptive to the criticism about the lack of spectacle during this tournament.
![Gelsenkirchen will be the home of Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2152875696/pt/foto/lviv-ukraine-players-of-fc-shakhtar-donetsk-hold-ukrainian-flag-posing-for-a-joint-photo.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=QzdQmCTpFZDJ4Q5da7xLakIsCdrJCoOHFWBVZVNGLqw=)
Gelsenkirchen will be the home of Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League
The team from Donetsk has not played home games in Ukraine since the country was invaded by Russia in 2022.
![De Bruyne reacts annoyed to stupid question from Italian journalist](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2160114302/pt/foto/dusseldorf-germany-kevin-de-bruyne-of-belgium-looks-dejected-after-defeat-to-france-during-the.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=jSgGIdvmzTOjWZv2y2hmq_lcIeSOE7Y8JjJPLOvAD4s=)
De Bruyne reacts annoyed to 'stupid' question from Italian journalist
Kevin De Bruyne stands before a battery of microphones. Red face, sad eyes. Hair still nicely styled. He has just been eliminated with Belgium by the French. Once again, nothing.
![Del Bosque fires up Germany: Spain is the favorite, we will win](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/453979525/pt/foto/costa-do-sauipe-brazil-spain-coach-vicente-del-bosque-speaks-to-members-of-the-media-after-the.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=DHZycdFD53htIy8ElKnQKLgCTLHwaCx_pE-z9btaYH0=)
Del Bosque 'fires up' Germany: 'Spain is the favorite, we will win'
Vicente del Bosque, president of the committee overseeing the Royal Spanish Football Federation, has stirred reactions in Germany with his bold statements to Bild.
![Brazil draws and will face Uruguay in the quarterfinals](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2160362480/pt/foto/santa-clara-california-eder-militao-of-brazil-heads-the-ball-against-jhon-cordoba-of-colombia.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=Xr0Cw8x_jg_cHojw93Jjat3rLWthykTUQTCcyKE0QS8=)
Brazil draws and will face Uruguay in the quarterfinals
Brazil secured the last spot in the Copa América quarterfinals with a 1-1 draw against Colombia. Raphinha scored first for Brazil in the 12th minute, but Colombia equalized through Daniel Muñoz in stoppage time of the first half.
![After his stint with Milan, Stefano Pioli is expected to head to Saudi Arabia](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2154654976/pt/foto/milan-italy-head-coach-of-ac-milan-stefano-pioli-greets-the-fans-for-his-last-match-with-ac.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=VzagaFchUyNkUclEAutyGr_jd6gwhUQM9C5LqJ1RU5M=)
After his stint with Milan, Stefano Pioli is expected to head to Saudi Arabia
After departing Milan, where Rafael Leão plays and which will be coached by Paulo Fonseca starting this season, Stefano Pioli is set to continue his career in Saudi Arabia with Al Ittihad. According to transfer market expert Fabrizio Romano, the 58-year-old coach will sign a three-year contract with the Saudi club, which boasts stars like Jota, Karim Benzema, N'Golo Kanté, and Fabinho.
![Former Groningen striker Strand Larsen transfers to the Premier League](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2153142067/pt/foto/vigo-spain-jorgen-strand-larsen-of-rc-celta-de-vigo-reacts-during-the-laliga-ea-sports-match.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=SrtK3b8LE8qyDHtRaeNdW8_q2AjIHmEAxHzDympa07Q=)
Former Groningen striker Strand Larsen transfers to the Premier League
Jørgen Strand Larsen is making the move to the Premier League. Wolverhampton Wanderers will loan the former FC Groningen striker from Celta de Vigo for the coming season, with an option to buy reportedly worth 27 million euros.
![Bayern has now succeeded and puts 50 million on the table for Fulham s standout player](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2159269029/pt/foto/gelsenkirchen-germany-joao-palhinha-of-portugal-during-the-euro-match-between-georgia-v.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=xxw5b1luGMxmrethrj6nc7SuPixsd8xaVidAFRS_9sI=)
Bayern has now succeeded and puts 50 million on the table for Fulham's standout player
Bayern Munich will soon strengthen their squad with João Palhinha. According to reports from Germany and England, the midfielder will join from Fulham for approximately fifty million euros.
![Kroos responds to Joselu s sharp remark](https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2159924184/pt/foto/dortmund-germany-joshua-kimmich-toni-kroos-and-nico-schlotterbeck-of-germany-sing-the-national.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=BA7yRkA_kaF-yHCvR9dmxwbhsk0_YohsDDtYDRw9DFA=)
Kroos responds to Joselu's sharp remark
Toni Kroos has responded to the sharp remark made by Joselu, with whom he played last season at Real Madrid. The Spaniard said that he wants to bring an early end to Kroos's career, but the midfielder does not expect that to happen.