Football Blog (Page 47)

[ad_1] Everyone’s new favourite underdogs, Morocco will host Brazil in friendly action on Saturday. The African nation captured hearts as they flew to the semi-finals of the World Cup, seeing off Belgium, Spain and Portugal as part of one of the most memorable runs in tournament history. That run will ensure Morocco are not scared of Brazil, who were dumped out one stage earlier in Qatar and are looking for a new permanent manager following the departure of Tite. Here’s all you need to know about this one. Morocco vs Brazil H2H Results Current Form (Last Five Games) Country Television Channel/Live Stream United Kingdom NotRead More →

[ad_1] Joao Cancelo has admitted he was surprised to learn that Bayern Munich are preparing to part ways with manager Julian Nagelsmann. The full-back, who is on loan at Bayern from Manchester City, was playing for Portugal on Thursday evening when it was revealed that the German side had made the shock decision to dismiss Nagelsmann and hire Thomas Tuchel in his place. The news was delivered to Cancelo after Portugal’s 4-0 victory over Liechtenstein and the full-back admitted he was just as surprised as the fans. “I didn’t know, I didn’t know,” Cancelo told Sport TV. “I am a little surprised, yes. “I wantRead More →

[ad_1] 90min rounds up the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip circulating around the world… Marcus Rashford will delay making a decision on his Manchester United future until the club’s new owners are confirmed, with his current contract approaching its final 18 months. (The Sun) Man Utd want to give Rashford more help in attack and are eyeing a move for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, although Paris Saint-Germain have arranged a meeting with the Nigerian’s agents in the coming weeks. (Foot Mercato) Should they miss out on Osimhen, Man Utd could pursue a shock move for Moussa Dembele, whose Lyon contract is set to expire in theRead More →

[ad_1] International football returned with a bang on Thursday as teams across Europe began their quests to qualify for Euro 2024. England’s trip to Naples to face Italy was the obvious heavyweight clash of the evening, but there was entertainment all around the continent and a handful of records were sent tumbling in the process. Here’s how all the action unfolded. Italy 1-2 England An early goal from Declan Rice put England ahead after 13 minutes, before Harry Kane struck from the penalty spot to double the Three Lions’ advantage and cement his place as the team’s all-time top goalscorer. Mateo Retegui pulled one backRead More →

[ad_1] There could feasibly be generations of English strikers who try and fail to chase down Harry Kane’s new record for the Three Lions. He may have only just become the leading goalscorer but with a few years left in the tank, he can streak off into the distance. His career is one of the biggest talking points in football given he is now England and Tottenham’s record goalscorer and, if things go really well, he could become the Premier League record goalscorer, but he is yet to win a trophy. Regardless of that, he is undoubtedly one of the best players of his generation.Read More →

[ad_1] Paul Mitchell is ready to return to the Premier League this summer after confirming his decision to leave his role as Monaco’s sporting director, and 90min understands a number of clubs have already shown an interest. Mitchell, 41, has been with Monaco since 2020, joining after two years with RB Leipzig as their Head of Recruitment and Development. Prior to that, he worked alongside Mauricio Pochettino at both Southampton and Tottenham. His current deal is due to run until 2024, but he has now confirmed he is leaving his role this summer – as 90min revealed in February. “It was a very difficult decision,Read More →

[ad_1] Euro 2024 hosts Germany will kick off their preparations for the tournament with a friendly against Peru on Saturday. Die Mannschaft were embarrassed at the World Cup and so 18 months of low-pressure fixtures in the build-up up the Euros will go down well for Hansi Flick’s side. Peru are enjoying some nice form since Juan Reynoso arrived in the dugout but this is a step up from any of their recent fixtures. Here’s all you need to know about this one. Germany vs Peru H2H Results Current Form (Last Five Games) Country Television Channel/Live Stream United Kingdom Viaplay UK United States Fox SoccerRead More →

[ad_1] Eintracht Frankfurt forward Randal Kolo Muani has flirted with the idea of moving to a bigger club amid interest from Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich. The 24-year-old only joined Frankfurt at the beginning of the 2022/23 season after a four-year stint in Ligue 1 with Nantes, but has bagged 16 goals in 35 appearances in all competitions to impress a number of visiting scouts. Kolo Muani also helped swing France’s World Cup semi-final with Morocco in favour of Les Bleus, netting the second goal of a 2-0 win to help fire Didier Deschamps’ side through to the final against Argentina. Manchester United haveRead More →

[ad_1] Manchester United will play at Old Trafford for the second time this season on Women’s Football Weekend when West Ham make the trip up north. The Hammers were the visitors the very first time United hosted a game at the ‘Theatre of Dreams’ back in 2021, but Covid-19 restrictions then made for a very different occasion without fans. Marc Skinner’s side lost ground in the WSL title race with a narrow defeat to Chelsea earlier this month, slipping to second place in the table, but their fate in terms of finishing in the top three and qualifying for the Champions League still rests firmlyRead More →

[ad_1] The Premier League’s finest goalkeepers were once again at their brilliant best during March. Throughout the month, the men between the sticks made wonderful save, after wonderful save, after wonderful save. Here’s the six saves that have made the March Castrol Save of the Month shortlist: Illan Meslier is one of the most highly rated young goalkeepers in Europe and he showed why during Leeds United’s clash with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. The Leeds number one stood tall when up against Kai Havertz in a one-on-one situation during the first half of the game, getting a strong hand to the German’s attempted chipped finish.Read More →