Tag: Men’s soccer
‘Euphoria’ for Denmark after difficult start at Euro 2020
COPENHAGEN — Kasper Schmeichel described his feelings after Denmark’s win over Russia at the European Championship with one word.
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Hungary’s immunity cards allow packed stands, raise concerns
BUDAPEST, Hungary — Tens of thousands of soccer fans packed the Puskas Arena in Budapest last week to attend Euro 2020 matches. It was...
Hungary’s foreign minister defends law limiting LGBT rights
BUDAPEST, Hungary — Hungary's foreign minister alleged Tuesday that a disinformation campaign was being used to rally international criticism of a recent law passed...
England players Mount and Chilwell to isolate at Euro 2020
LONDON — England players Mason Mount and Ben Chilwell will have to remain in self-isolation until Monday after their contact with a coronavirus-infected opponent...
Spain set to bring in Busquets to avoid Euro 2020 debacle
SEVILLE, Spain — Spain may summon its most experienced player for its most important match at the European Championship.
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Lewandowski looks to find a way past Sweden at Euro 2020
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia — Robert Lewandowski is facing another early exit from a major international soccer tournament.
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France’s showdown against Portugal at Euro 2020 lacks punch
BUDAPEST, Hungary — France advanced without kicking a ball, and Portugal can move on as well even with a loss on Wednesday.
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Germany hosts Hungary as sports, politics mix at Euro 2020
MUNICH — Both Germany and Hungary are trying avoid early elimination from the European Championship.
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Ticket sales for 2022 World Cup set to begin in January
FIFA is preparing to start selling tickets for the 2022 World Cup in January while still trying to find out more on Qatar's plan...
Soccer coach’s life ban cut to 5 years in fixing case
GENEVA — The coach who led Nigeria to two Olympic medals in men’s soccer had his life ban by FIFA in a match-fixing case...