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Soccer-Italy edge Belgium in thriller to reach Euro 2020 semis

Soccer-Italy edge Belgium in thriller to reach Euro 2020 semis

2021-07-02T21:02:07Z

Italy surely Euro 2020 favourites after dominant win over Belgium

Italy have to be viewed as favourites for Euro 2020 after a dominant 2-1 victory over Belgium.

2021-07-02T21:29:08Z

Switzerland 1-1 Spain (1-3 pens): Player ratings as La Roja reach last four of Euro 2020

Player ratings as Spain beat Switzerland 3-1 on penalties after a 1-1 extra time in their Euro 2020 quarter-final clash in Saint Petersburg.

2021-07-02T19:14:06Z

How to Watch: Crew vs. New England Revolution

Everything you need to know for the inaugural match at Lower.com Field.

2021-07-03T01:17:58Z

Belgium vs Italy: Euro 2020 combined XI

Compiling a combined XI between Belgium and Italy

2021-07-02T16:43:39Z

Simon saves lift Spain past Swiss on penalties to reach semi-finals

Goalkeeper Unai Simon was the hero as Spain edged past 10-man Switzerland 3-1 on penalties on Friday to set up a Euro 2020 semi-final against either Belgium or Italy. Luis Enrique's men will take on either Belgium or Italy, who meet in Munich later Friday, at Wembley on Tuesday.

2021-07-02T19:03:54Z

Casemiro eye-catching in Brazil’s 1-0 win over Chile

Chile brought the best challenge we’ve seen so far of Brazil’s status as kings of South America, but still fell short in spite of having a man advantage for most of the second half. Casemiro started this one, among his first starts since the opening win against Venezuela, however Militao was benched despite having several strong showings in the group stage. The match was what you’d expect of a game containing both Casemiro and Vidal in midfield,...

2021-07-03T02:17:45Z

Mourinho saddened that Benzema is out of EURO 2020 tournament with France

The former Real Madrid manager gives praise to the French striker

2021-07-02T23:32:51Z

Union U15s fall to Real Salt Lake in MLS Next Cup final

RSL scored a goal in each half and got a big performance from their goalkeeper in the 2-0 win

2021-07-03T02:02:42Z

Points of Obvious Refinement: Real Salt Lake vs Houston Dynamo

There’s a rut forming in the Rio Tinto stadium — will it take LAFC being in town to break free?

2021-07-03T00:02:59Z

Southgate urges England to seize Euro 2020 'opportunity'

Gareth Southgate has warned his England players not to rest on their laurels as they aim to reach the Euro 2020 semi-finals with a victory against Ukraine on Saturday. Southgate's side are heavy favourites to progress from the quarter-final in Rome, but the England manager is keen to avoid a loss of focus after the emotional high of Tuesday's 2-0 defeat of old rivals Germany. England's win at an ecstatic Wembley was their first over the Germans...

2021-07-02T20:03:40Z

Gregg Berhalter explains USMNT Gold Cup roster decisions

USMNT head coach Gregg Berhalter made some shocking roster decisions ahead of the 2021 Gold Cup, subbing Gianluca Busio for Gio Reyna

2021-07-02T16:13:32Z

Pedri stars again for Spain - but his teammates must up their game

Pedri was wonderful again against Switzerland, but his team mates have to match his quality to taste success at Euro 2020

2021-07-02T21:58:46Z

Mohamed Salah left out of Egypt squad for Tokyo Olympics

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has been left out of the Egypt squad for the Tokyo Olympics.

2021-07-02T17:28:28Z

Predicting Atlanta United’s starting XI at Chicago Fire FC

Yeah, this won’t be easy.

2021-07-02T23:47:49Z

Laporta says Barcelona talks with Messi 'progressing'

Barcelona's contract negotiations with Lionel Messi "are progressing as expected", club president Joan Laporta told Spanish public television on Friday. Messi, 34, joined Barcelona as a 13-year-old but tried to leave last August, citing a clause in his contract and a club that had had "no project or anything for a long time".

2021-07-02T15:54:51Z

Ali Krieger’s message to the LGBTQ+ community

USWNT and NWSL star Ali Krieger has offered her advice and support to the younger LGBTQ+ community at the conclusion of Pride month.

2021-07-02T22:13:27Z

Leicester sign Soumare from Lille

Leicester signed Boubakary Soumare from French champions Lille on Friday in a deal worth a reported £17 million (23 million euros). He is Leicester's second close-season signing after Zambia striker Patson Daka joined from RB Salzburg for £23 million this week. smg/pb

2021-07-02T14:39:49Z

‘It’s an issue’, Brian Schmetzer says about thin bench

Gold Cup call-ups and injuries are going to be compounded during a busy July.

2021-07-02T23:47:42Z

Sounders practice notes: Live from Starfire

Journalists are allowed back to Starfire for the first time since March 2020.

2021-07-03T00:32:43Z

England wary of Ukraine as surging Denmark face Czechs at Euro 2020

England will be on their guard against surprise Euro 2020 quarter-finalists Ukraine in Rome on Saturday, while an increasingly confident Denmark hope to keep their inspiring run going against the Czech Republic. After beating old rivals Germany in a knockout match for the first time since the 1966 World Cup final, England coach Gareth Southgate said that win will count for little if they lose to Ukraine. The draw has opened up nicely for...

2021-07-03T01:18:50Z

Belgium 1-2 Italy: Player ratings as dominant Nerazzuri seal spot in semi-final

Italy sealed their place in the last four of Euro 2020 after a deserved 2-1 win over Belgium.

2021-07-02T21:14:04Z

England forward Parris joins WSL club Arsenal from Lyon

England forward Nikita Parris has joined Arsenal from Lyon, the Women's Super League club announced on Friday. Arsenal finished third in the WSL last season, nine points behind champions Chelsea who announced on Friday that Emma Hayes had signed a new deal to remain as manager of the club.

2021-07-02T15:18:41Z

Bielsa loses Lille dismissal claim

Leeds United's Argentinian coach Marcelo Bielsa on Friday lost a 19 million euros ($22 million) damages claim against French club Lille, though the ruling by a French industrial tribunal is subject to appeal. Bielsa will have to pay 5,000 euros in costs after the tribunal found in favour of Lille, who sacked him as coach in December 2017, only four months after he took the reins of the Ligue 1 side. Bielsa's lawyer Benjamin Cabagno told AFP,...

2021-07-02T14:33:27Z

Manchester United now in the race to try to sign Bayern Munich target Eduardo Camavinga from Stade Rennais

Man United are complicating Bayern’s pursuit of Camavinga.

2021-07-02T23:32:43Z

Brazil vs Chile: TV channel, live stream, team news & prediction

Previewing Brazil vs Chile in the Copa America, including how to watch on TV in the US/UK and live stream information.

2021-07-02T21:59:06Z

William Saliba set to join Marseille on season-long loan deal

William Saliba is set to leave Arsenal this summer to join Marseille on a season-long loan deal.

2021-07-02T21:28:57Z

Brazil vs Chile: LIVE BLOG!

Two former Barcelona stars clash in a giant Copa America quarterfinal

2021-07-02T23:17:44Z

The Ukraine players England must be wary of in Euro 2020 quarter-final

Ukraine players England must watch out for in their Euro 2020 quarter-final, including Oleksandr Zinchenko, Andriy Yarmolenko & Ruslan Malinovskyi.

2021-07-02T18:29:02Z

Bayern Munich sign Swedish international Sofia Jakobsson

The veteran forward will add some quality depth to the Bavarians’ front line.

2021-07-03T01:02:57Z

Portugal striker Silva signs for RB Leipzig from Frankfurt

Portugal striker Andre Silva has signed a five-year contract with Bundesliga side RB Leipzig after transferring from Eintracht Frankfurt, his new club announced Friday. "I'm really looking forward to the new challenge at RB Leipzig," Silva said in a statement having netted 40 goals in 57 Bundesliga games during his two years at Frankfurt.

2021-07-02T18:10:02Z

The key men for Ukraine in their Euro 2020 clash with England

Excitement is building in England after their Euro 2020 last-16 win over Germany, a result which left them with a theoretically favourable path to the final as they look to win a first major tournament since 1966. However Ukraine, who stand in their way in Saturday's quarter-final in Rome, are hoping to pull off a shock victory and advance to the last four of a major competition for the first time since the break-up of the Soviet Union. AFP...

2021-07-02T15:48:46Z

Italy to face Spain in Euro 2020 semi-finals after beating Belgium

Italy beat Belgium 2-1 in a pulsating Euro 2020 quarter-final in Munich on Friday to set up a last-four clash with Spain, who needed penalties to get the better of 10-man Switzerland. - Spain edge out valiant Swiss - Earlier on Friday, Spain, champions in 2008 and 2012, beat Switzerland 3-1 on penalties after their quarter-final tie in Saint Petersburg finished 1-1 at the end of extra time, with Mikel Oyarzabal scoring the winning kick.

2021-07-02T19:33:48Z

Soccer-Few changes for Spain and Switzerland in quarter-final clash

Soccer-Few changes for Spain and Switzerland in quarter-final clash

2021-07-02T15:41:29Z

Omega Esports announces release of Mobile Legends roster

MLBB Professional League (MPL) Philippines team Omega Esports posted a tribute to its MPL Season 7 roster on Friday and announced the release of their players. The roster is composed of Adran “Toshi” Bacallo, Jeniel “Haze” Bata-anon, EJ “Heath” Esperanza, Salic “Hadjizy” Imam, Jankurt “KurTzy” Matira and Kenneth “Kenji” Villa. “From earning multiple championships and runner-up titles here and there, to exiting early at some tournaments. Then...

2021-07-03T05:02:44Z

Open Thread: July 3, 2021

Our Saturday issue of the Daily Merengue!

2021-07-03T04:02:56Z

Italy's Spinazzola suffers Achilles injury

Italy left-back Leonardo Spinazzola suffered an Achilles tendon injury in their Euro 2020 quarter-final win over Belgium on Friday. Team management said there were "clinical signs of an injury to the left Achilles tendon". The Roma defender will be a big miss for Italy in the remainder of the European Championship after enjoying a fantastic tournament. Some media reports have suggested the 28-year-old could be out of action for several months....

2021-07-02T22:39:53Z

Insigne stunner sends Italy into semi-final clash with Spain

A stunning strike by Lorenzo Insigne fired Italy into the semi-finals of Euro 2020 on Friday as a 2-1 win over Belgium sent them through to a last-four meeting with Spain. Nicolo Barella struck the opening goal of the quarter-final in Munich before Insigne curled in Italy's second in an action-packed first half. Belgium grabbed a lifeline just before the break when Romelu Lukaku converted a penalty, but Roberto Martinez's side ultimately fell...

2021-07-02T21:25:04Z

David de Gea determined to stay at Man Utd

David de Gea plans to stay at Man Utd this summer & is not worried by increased competition from Tom Heaton.

2021-07-02T21:13:32Z

Konrad sends emotional goodbye message to Barca

The winger has left for Marseille

2021-07-03T03:02:52Z

Hjulmand says fearless Danes inspired by Cruyff philosophy

Denmark manager Kasper Hjulmand said he is using the philosophy of legendary Dutch player and coach Johan Cruyff to inspire his side to play with freedom after a traumatic start to Euro 2020. Hjulmand's men take on the Czech Republic in Baku on Saturday for a place in the semi-finals, three weeks on from seeing star player Christian Eriksen collapse on the pitch after suffering a cardiac arrest during their opening match against Finland. Denmark...

2021-07-02T15:40:06Z

Victor Moses proved the positives & perils of Chelsea's loan army

Victor Moses endured a crazy loan journey at Chelsea but deserves to be remembered fondly after being sold to Spartak Moscow.

2021-07-02T16:13:54Z

Denmark predicted lineup vs Czech Republic - Euro 2020

Predicting the lineup Denmark will field against the Czech Republic

2021-07-02T16:43:36Z

OL Reign v. Houston Dash: Gamethread and updates

5:30 PM PT. Paramount+. Watch with us.

2021-07-02T23:17:42Z

Daily Schmankerl: Liverpool pressing for Kingsley Coman?; Andre Silva to RB Leipzig; Sergio Ramos signing upsetting PSG players?; Some Cobra Kai action in Copa America; Borussia Dortmund laments loss of Jadon Sancho; and MORE!

Here we go! Who do you have in today’s matches?

2021-07-03T04:02:58Z

What can Ukraine learn from England vs. Germany ahead of Euro 2020 quarterfinal clash?

England is heavy favorites to get past the Ukraine, but Shevchenko’s side can learn from Germany’s 2-0 loss at Wembley.

2021-07-02T10:02:55Z

Bukayo Saka doubtful for Ukraine clash after picking up training knock

Gareth Southgate reveals Bukayo Saka picked up a knock in training & could miss England's quarter-final against Ukraine.

2021-07-02T20:13:37Z

Scouting Report: LAFC vs. Real Salt Lake

The struggling LAFC come to face Real Salt Lake in the RIOT on July 3rd. LAFC has a 3-3-4 record and RSL a 3-4-2. LAFC are hoping there are favorable fireworks before the end of the match, and RSL will do their best for those to land in their favor. So, what can we expect from LAFC? First, they will be without Kwadwo Opoku and Tristan Blackmon. Expect Corey Baird to play, as he is co-leader with Diego Rossi with 3 goals. Of course, he hasn’t...

2021-07-03T05:02:47Z

Leeds United confirm permanent signing of Jack Harrison

Leeds United have confirmed the arrival of Jack Harrison from Man City on a permanent deal.

2021-07-02T19:13:31Z

Oh Se-hun at the double as Ulsan stretch win record

Oh Se-hun struck a first-half brace as holders Ulsan Hyundai FC eased past the Philippines’ Kaya FC 3-0 on Friday to better their own mark of most consecutive wins in the Asian Champions League. Elsewhere, Kawasaki Frontale hammered the Philippines’ United City 8-0 with Kento Tachibanda grabbing a second-half hat-trick at the Lokomotiv Stadium in Tashkent.

2021-07-02T17:48:35Z