Tag: Soccer
‘No zero risk’: UK decision to increase Wembley fans debated
LONDON — The British government faced accusations of mixed messaging Wednesday that could threaten its plan to fully lift lockdown restrictions in England next...
Bizarre own-goal helps Spain advance to last 16 at Euro 2020
SEVILLE, Spain — A bizarre blunder by the goalkeeper helped Spain find its scoring touch at the European Championship.
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Christine Sinclair leads Canadian team for the Olympics
Christine Sinclair, who holds the all-time record for international goals among both men and women, leads Canada's roster for the Olympics.
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Ronaldo scores 2 to reach 109 goals, Portugal advances
BUDAPEST, Hungary — Cristiano Ronaldo scored two penalties to tie the overall men’s scoring record with 109 goals and Portugal advanced to the round...
Hungary fans bemused by rainbow-flag reception in Munich
MUNICH — Rainbow flags outnumbered German flags when soccer fans arrived for a European Championship game in Munich on Wednesday.
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Goretzka keeps Germany in Euro 2020 after draw with Hungary
MUNICH — Leon Goretzka scored late to keep Germany in the European Championship after a 2-2 draw against Hungary on Wednesday.
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Ronaldo scores 2 more at Euro 2020, Portugal advances
BUDAPEST, Hungary — Cristiano Ronaldo scored two penalties to tie the overall men’s scoring record with 109 goals and Portugal advanced to the round...
19-year-old Bukayo Saka stands tall for England at Euro 2020
LONDON — Bukayo Saka was put on the field to turn possession into penetration, to create chances for an England team that had scored...
‘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...