Tag: Men’s soccer
Delaney: Shielding Eriksen was to protect his family
COPENHAGEN — When Denmark midfielder Thomas Delaney ordered his teammates to form a circle around Christian Eriksen on the field, he was acting partly...
Russia beats Finland 1-0 for 1st points at Euro 2020
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia — With a slick one-two and a beautiful curling shot, Aleksei Miranchuk finally gave Russia something to smile about at the...
England-Scotland: Rivalry that started international soccer
LONDON — Unimaginable now, especially with tickets in short supply during the coronavirus pandemic, but when England and Scotland first decided to play each...
Bale sets up both goals, Wales beats Turkey 2-0 at Euro 2020
BAKU, Azerbaijan — Gareth Bale set up both goals and missed a penalty in Wales' 2-0 victory over Turkey on Wednesday at the European...
Belgium to stop game against Denmark for Eriksen tribute
COPENHAGEN — Belgium's players will kick the ball out of play in the 10th minute of their European Championship game against Denmark so the...
Real Madrid announces exit of Sergio Ramos after 16 years
MADRID — Sergio Ramos is officially leaving Real Madrid after 16 years and four Champions League titles.
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Italy impress again in 3-0 win over Switzerland at Euro 2020
ROME — The wingers sprint forward like Ferraris. The midfielders are just as capable at scoring as the forwards. And the reserves look like...
Locatelli scores 2, Italy beats Switzerland 3-0 at Euro 2020
ROME — Manuel Locatelli scored two goals and Italy beat Switzerland 3-0 Wednesday to become the first team to advance to the last 16...
Brazil keeps search for striker against Peru at Copa America
SAO PAULO — Brazil coach Tie has hinted he'll continue searching for his ideal strike force in Thursday's Copa America game against Peru.
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FIFA clears Funes Mori to switch from Argentina to Mexico
ZURICH — Argentina-born forward Rogelio Funes Mori has been cleared to represent Mexico, FIFA said Wednesday, meaning he could one day play against his...