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Haaland's classy pep talk to Moldova keeper who conceded ELEVEN goals

Erling Haaland gave a classy pep talk to Moldova goalkeeper Cristian Avram after Norway scored 11 goals past him in a World Cup qualifying game. The Manchester City star scored five and provided an assist as Norway took a step closer to qualifying for the 2026 tournament. The Norwegian bagged his fifth international hat-trick and took his goals tally to 48 in 45 matches for Norway.

Haaland goes 'full beast mode' with FIVE goals in 11-1 win

Erling Haaland turned World Cup qualifying into his personal showcase on Tuesday night, scoring five times in Norway's 11-1 demolition of Moldova in Oslo. The Manchester City striker was unplayable, ensuring Stale Solbakken's side maintained their flawless start to the campaign and stayed firmly perched at the top of Group I with 15 points from five matches.

Germany v Italy - UEFA Nations League Quarterfinal Leg Two

Spalletti sacked by Italy! Manager confirms imminent exit

Italy boss Luciano Spalletti has confirmed he will leave his role as national team boss after Monday's World Cup qualifier against Moldova.

Moldova vs Liechtenstein: TV, live stream & kick-off time

The final stages of Europe's latest international campaign comes to a close - here's everything you need to know and how you can watch along...

Latvia vs Moldova: TV, live stream & kick-off time

The final stages of Europe's latest international campaign comes to a close - here's everything you need to know and how you can watch along...

Italy hit Moldova for six

Spurs keeper Lloris issues potential injury return date

The 32-year-old does not expect to feature before Christmas after suffering a fractured elbow in October

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'France give Giroud what he doesn't have at Chelsea'

The striker grabbed the winning goal against Moldova, leaving his coach again delighted with his contribution

‘Griezmann’s Barcelona efforts aren’t catastrophic’

The World Cup-winning forward has not made the impact expected of him at Camp Nou, but his national team coach sees no cause for concern

Coman: I’m never going to be a killer in front of goal

The France star says that he will not sacrifice his natural game in order to score more regularly - but he is determined to be more selfish

Mbappe ‘will set the bar very high’ for France - Henry

Should the PSG striker stay injury free and remain in the squad, he will become the country's leading goalscorer, according to the ex-Arsenal man

When are football's international breaks in 2019-20?

A big season of international football stands ahead, with the European champions to be decided and World Cup qualifying to begin in many regions

France make easy work of Moldova to open qualifying

Moldova vs France: Mbappe and Pogba start for Les Bleus

Les Bleus will look to put a wavering Nations League campaign behind them with a trip to the Zimbru Stadium to kick off the international break

'It's after success that we make the biggest bullsh*t mistakes'

The Bleus boss can boast leading his side to football's greatest honour, but he is keen to avoid sliding back into bad habits

Lacazette & Laporte left out of France squad

Didier Deschamps has opted to leave the Premier League duo out of upcoming European Championships qualifiers against Moldova and Iceland

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Deschamps: Benzema crossed the line

The France coach remains angry at the 31-year-old, whose international exile looks likely to continue for some time yet

'It must be personal' - Laporte baffled by France snub

Despite emerging as one of the most consistent defenders in Europe over recent years, the Man City centre-back is yet to receive a senior French cap

Sorry, Jurgen, the Nations League is anything but 'pointless'!

The German isn't a fan but, as UEFA's Giorgio Marchetti tells Goal, the competition has turned "interest-free friendlies" into "meaningful" games

UEFA World Cup qualifying as it stands

France, Spain and Germany are among the teams to have confirmed their place at next summer's finals, with just the play-offs left to be contested

Can Nations League save international football?

UEFA admits it has neglected international football outside qualifiers but has a plan up its sleeve to reinvigorate the game by replacing friendlies

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FIFA 18 addict Meyler shows Ireland importance

The 28-year-old raises thousands for charity playing the football game online but his on-field displays for the Boys in Green are even more impressive

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Ireland vs Moldova: Team news & TV

The Boys in Green play the first of two crucial matches as they attempt hold on to their slim chances of booking a place in Russia next year

Euro 2016 Qualifying Review

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Frequently asked questions

A young group of players who lived around Marabastad in Pretoria, most notably Frank Motsepe, Roy Fischer, Ingle Singh and Bernard Hartze, formed the club in the 1960s.

Mining magnate Patrice Motsepe bought into Sundowns in 2003 and less than a year later raised his stake from 51% to 100% and renamed the club 'Mamelodi' Sundowns.

The club play home games at either Loftus Versfeld Stadium in central Pretoria, or Lucas Moripe Stadium in Atteridgeville.

The club have a variety of nicknames, including: Bafana ba Style, Masandawana, Ka bo Yellow, Shoe Shine and Piano, and The Brazilians.

31 domestic trophies plus one Caf Champions League (2016), one Caf Super Cup (2017) and the African Football League (2023)

The club have won a total of 17 league titles under the auspices of the PSL (14) and NSL (3).

Daniel Mudau with 390.

Daniel Mudau with 172.