Tag: Professional soccer
Absent Ramos still attracting attention ahead of Euro 2020
MADRID — For the first time in 15 years, Spain finds itself preparing for a major tournament without Sergio Ramos.
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South America restarts World Cup qualifying amid COVID rise
BUENOS AIRES — South American World Cup qualifiers resume on Thursday after a seven-month interruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, though that doesn't mean...
Asian World Cup qualifiers to be moved from China to UAE
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — China’s COVID-19 travel restrictions have forced World Cup qualifying matches scheduled for the eastern city of Suzhou to be relocated...
Poland rests Lewandowski in 1-1 draw with Russia
WROCLAW, Poland — Poland rested Robert Lewandowski for a 1-1 draw with old rival Russia on Tuesday in a warmup for the European Championship.
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Barcelona to bring defender Eric Garcia home from Man City
BARCELONA, Spain — Barcelona said Tuesday it reached a deal to sign defender Eric Garcia, bringing the 20-year-old defender home after he left the...
Uncapped Raspadori included in Italy squad for Euro 2020
FLORENCE, Italy — Italy coach Roberto Mancini included uncapped Sassuolo forward Giacomo Raspadori in his 26-man squad for the upcoming European Championship on Tuesday.
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Greenwood out as England prepares to select Euro 2020 squad
England will finalize its 26-man squad for the European Championship on Tuesday and Mason Greenwood won't be part of it.
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EURO 2020: Dutch players look to forget disappointing season
AMSTERDAM — For several key players in the Netherlands squad, this year's European Championship is an opportunity to rebound after a disappointing season.
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EURO 2020: Newcomer North Macedonia has record of upsets
Shortly after getting a new name, North Macedonia qualified for a major soccer tournament for the first time.
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EURO 2020: Shevchenko aims to break through as Ukraine coach
To see what talent and hard work can achieve, Ukraine's players need only to look at their coach.
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