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Germany 'lucky' it's impossible to fail in World Cup group, says Kroos

Toni Kroos believes Germany are lucky to have been handed a relatively easy World Cup qualifying group as he highlighted the team's confidence issues.

No ‘long-term goals’ but Ronaldo still 'hungry to be the best'

Cristiano Ronaldo does not have “long-term goals” anymore, but Roberto Martinez says the Portuguese GOAT is still “hungry to be the best”.

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Italy 'crazy' for 'ultra-attacking mode' in nine-goal Israel win

Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso says Italy have much to improve on after their "crazy" 5-4 win against Israel in World Cup qualifying on Monday.

England, beware! Vlahovic is looking back to his best

The ex-Fiorentina striker has rediscovered his goal-scoring touch despite being relegated to the role of reserve in Turin

Tuchel needs a statement win with England miles behind Spain

The Three Lions bored fans into leaving early against Andorra last time out while La Roja look like world-beaters once more after destroying Turkey

Spain boss hails Yamal & Co as the 'insatiable generation'

Spain national team boss Luis de la Fuente has lauded his current crop of players and highlighted the unlimited potential of the team.

Gattuso marvels at 'craziest game' as Italy beat Israel 5-4

Gennaro Gattuso says Italy's 5-4 World Cup qualifying win over Israel was the "craziest game" he's had as a coach.

Kane's England prepared if players racially abused in Serbia

Harry Kane has confirmed that England have a plan if their players are racially abused by fans in Serbia during their World Cup qualifier.

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Tuchel called 'stupid' for England picks ahead of Serbia game

Thomas Tuchel has been branded as "immature and stupid" for leaving out a certain player from his England squad ahead of their trip to Serbia.

Wirtz & Woltemade still affected by transfer 'turmoil'

Lothar Matthaus says Florian Wirtz and Nick Woltemade's underwhelming Germany performances are a result of their recent Premier League transfers.

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Deschamps addresses PSG feud amid Dembele & Doue injuries

France coach Didier Deschamps has vowed to take caution after injuries to Ousmane Dembele and Desire Doue sparked a feud with Paris Saint-Germain.

England sweat on Guehi's fitness ahead of tough Serbia test

England are sweating on Marc Guehi's fitness ahead of their crucial World Cup qualifying game against Serbia. The Three Lions have maintained a 100 per cent win record in qualifying so far, including the victory over Andorra on Saturday, where Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice was on target, but they could be without Crystal Palace star Guehi on Tuesday night.

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Sparks fly between Yamal and Guler as Spain demolish Turkey

Exciting La Liga stars Lamine Yamal and Arda Guler clashed on the pitch during Sunday's World Cup qualifier between Spain and Turkey.

'I made a new friend' - Ronaldo sends moving message to mascot

Cristiano Ronaldo has taken time out to send a touching message to an awestruck fan he met before Portugal's clash with Armenia.

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'Magician' Olise told he 'can do everything' amid Bayern & France heroics

Michael Olise received glowing praise from Dayot Upamecano, Antoine Griezmann and Didier Deschamps after his starring performance for France.

Netherlands 'should be ashamed' after Lithuania struggles

Memphis Depay’s record-breaking brace saved Netherlands from an embarrassing setback in Lithuania, but Rafael van der Vaart was far from impressed.

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Wirtz reveals he snubbed Kimmich's advice before impressive free-kick

Florian Wirtz says there were many voices giving him advice before he stepped up to score his decisive free-kick as Germany beat Northern Ireland.

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Van Dijk tells 'simply bad' Netherlands to 'look in the mirror' after

Netherlands captain Virgil van Dijk called on his team-mates to reflect and step up their game following a hard-fought 3-2 win over Lithuania.

'Could have been disastrous!' - Koeman fumes as Netherlands avoid slip up

Ronald Koeman was far from satisfied with his Netherlands team after they avoided an embarrassing slip-up against Lithuania in World Cup qualifying.

When did Italy last play at a World Cup?

The Azzurri are stalwarts of football's biggest event, but they face an unprecedented wait to qualify for another FIFA tournament

📽️ | Yamal stranded?! Barca star fumes after losing PASSPORT

Lamine Yamal faced being left stranded in Turkey after Spain’s latest World Cup qualifying win, with the Barcelona star losing his passport.

Palmer facing uphill battle to prove himself to Tuchel

The attacker is now a global superstar, but fitness issues have prevented him from building on his exploits at Euro 2024

Depay overtakes Van Persie as Netherlands' all-time top scorer

Memphis Depay scored a brace against Lithuania to lead his side to a 3-2 victory and become the Netherlands' all-time leading goalscorer.

Wirtz stunner helps Germany see off Northern Ireland

Germany bounced back from their disappointing World Cup qualifying loss to Slovakia by beating Northern Ireland 3-1, with Liverpool new boy Florian Wirtz grabbing the pick of the goals.

Merino bags a hat-trick as slick Spain DESTROY Turkey

The Arsenal man grabbed three goals as the reigning European champions stormed to a comprehensive win in Konya.

Freak injury leaves bloodied Haaland requiring three stitches

Erling Haaland suffered a freak accident while on international duty with Norway that left the striker needing three stitches.

Eriksen’s ‘incomprehensible’ choices slammed after Wrexham snub

Christian Eriksen remains a free agent after leaving Manchester United, with the Danish midfielder training with Malmo to stay fit. The 33-year-old reportedly turned down Wrexham and has now been criticised by Thomas Gravesen, who called his decisions 'incomprehensible' and questioned whether he still has the ambition to play at the highest level.