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Latvia v England - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

VIDEO: Tuchel delivers stirring team talk as England reach World Cup

Thomas Tuchel delivered a rousing team talk as England booked their place at the 2026 World Cup, saying he accomplished a “childhood dream” following the emphatic 5-0 victory over Latvia. The Three Lions will compete at next summer’s tournament in Canada, Mexico and the United States after powering through their qualifying group with two games to spare.

England v Wales - International Friendly

Burn reveals hilarious dressing room question from Gordon

England defender Dan Burn revealed a hilarious dressing room question from Newcastle United team-mate Anthony Gordon after the Three Lions sealed their berth in the 2026 World Cup. England maintained their 100 per cent record in the qualifiers as they thrashed Latvia 5-0 in Riga on Tuesday, courtesy of a brace from captain and star striker Harry Kane.

Harry Kane England

Kane backs England faithful after Tuchel criticism

Harry Kane backed the England faithful after Thomas Tuchel's criticism and pointed chants during the 5-0 win over Latvia. The travelling army of fans made their voices heard loud and clear in Riga, and this time, their songs were aimed squarely at their own manager after Tuchel’s dig at “silent" supporters following England’s 3-0 friendly win over Wales.

Harry Kane England

Tuchel reveals Kane's rousing World Cup speech to England team

England manager Thomas Tuchel has revealed how captain Harry Kane delivered a rousing speech to his team-mates after Tuesday's emphatic 5-0 win over Latvia in World Cup qualifying. Kane scored twice in the win as the Three Lions booked their place at World Cup 2026 with two games to spare. Tuchel's side also have a perfect record in qualifying so far, winning all six games and are yet to concede a single goal.

Latvia v England - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

England fans chant back at Tuchel after slamming Wembley support

England fans furiously chanted at Three Lions boss Thomas Tuchel during their 5-0 win over Latvia in their World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. The Three Lions booked their place at the World Cup next year with a thumping result in Riga. After missing the Wales friendly through an ankle injury, captain Harry Kane returned to the lineup with a bang as he scored a brace in a dominating performance.

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2Napoli crestNapoli33206748331566
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3Milan crestMilan32189547272063
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4Juventus crestJuventus32179655292660
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5Como crestComo331610757282958
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History

Manchester United, often simply referred to as "United," are one of the most iconic and successful football clubs in the world, based in Old Trafford, Greater Manchester, England. The club was founded as Newton Heath LYR Football Club in 1878 by the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway depot at Newton Heath. The team changed its name to Manchester United in 1902 and moved to its current home, Old Trafford, in 1910.

Famous players

Manchester United have been home to some of the greatest footballers in history. Sir Bobby Charlton, a World Cup winner with England in 1966, is arguably the most iconic figure in the club's history. Other legendary players include George Best, known for his flair and skill, and Eric Cantona, who brought a winning mentality to the club during the 1990s. More recent stars like Cristiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney, and Paul Scholes have also contributed significantly to the club's success.

Honours

Manchester United are one of the most decorated clubs in English football, having won a record 20 Premier League titles (formerly the First Division). They have also lifted the FA Cup 12 times, the League Cup five times, and the UEFA Champions League three times. The club's dominance in English football was particularly evident during the 1990s and early 2000s under manager Sir Alex Ferguson.

Managers

Sir Alex Ferguson is undoubtedly the most successful manager in Manchester United's history. He spent 26 years at the club, leading them to an unprecedented era of success. Before Ferguson, managers like Matt Busby and Wilf McGuinness played crucial roles in shaping the club's identity. More recent managers, including David Moyes, Louis van Gaal, and José Mourinho, have faced the challenge of maintaining the club's high standards.

Stadium

Old Trafford, often referred to as the "Theatre of Dreams," is one of the most famous stadiums in the world. With a capacity of roughly 75,000, it is among the largest football stadiums in the United Kingdom. The stadium has hosted numerous major matches, including UEFA Champions League finals and FIFA World Cup matches.

Location

Manchester United are based in the city of Manchester, which is located in the northwest of England. The club's home ground, Old Trafford, is situated in the Trafford borough. Manchester is a major industrial city with a rich footballing heritage.

Owners

In February 2024, British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe's company, INEOS, acquired a significant 25% stake in Manchester United. This acquisition granted Ratcliffe sporting control over the club, placing him in a position to influence key decisions related to its operations.

Ratcliffe has already made a substantial financial commitment to Manchester United. His large investments demonstrate his dedication to the club's success and his willingness to provide the necessary resources for its growth.

Frequently asked questions

Il Milan è nato nel 1889 con il nome di Milan Football and Cricket Club. La data non è certa, ma il club la fissa tradizionalmente nel 16 dicembre.

Paolo Scaroni, dirigente e banchiere italiano, è il presidente del Milan. Il proprietario del club rossonero è invece la società americana RedBird Capital Partners, fondata da Gerry Cardinale.

Lo stadio del Milan è chiamato Giuseppe Meazza in onore dell'attaccante dei primi del '900. L'impianto è denominato anche San Siro, in virtù della zona di Milano in cui si trova.

San Siro, o il Giuseppe Meazza di Milano, ha una capienza di 75.817 posti a sedere. Il Milan condivide lo stadio con i cugini dell'Inter.

Il Milan è la terza squadra per Scudetti vinti in Italia. Dietro Juventus (36) e Inter (20) c'è la società rossonera con 19, a un passo dalla seconda stella.

Il Milan è la squadra italiana con più Champions League vinte e la seconda in assoluto dietro al Real Madrid. I rossoneri hanno conquistato sette trofei nel corso della propria storia.

Il Milan ha vinto 31 trofei in Italia tra Scudetti, Supercoppa Italiana e Coppa Italia, oltre ad altri venti titoli in giro per il Mondo, di cui anche due Coppa delle Coppe. Il totale è dunque di 51 trofei.

Fondata da un gruppo di italiani ed inglesi a Milano, il club venne chiamato con il nome inglese della città, di fatto Milan. Per un periodo la squadra divenne Associazione Calcio Milano per volere fascista.

Herbert Kilpin, principale fondatore del Milan e primo allenatore, scelse il rosso per rappresentare il fuoco dei giocatori e il nero come paura degli avversari nell'affrontrare gli stessi.

Il Milan scelse i colori rosso e nero per creare una squadra di Diavoli in grado di mettere paura agli avversari. E così, tramite i colori ufficiali del club, arrivò anche il soprannome e il noto simbolo.

Lo svedese Gunnar Nordahl è il miglior marcatore nella storia del Milan con 221 goal. Il record del 'Pompiere' resiste dal 1956, anno in cui ha lasciato i rossoneri.

Paolo Maldini è il giocatore con più presenze in maglia Milan, ben 902. Il difensore rossonero è anche il più titolato, con 26 trofei nella sua lunga carriera

Oltre ad essere chiamato club rossonero in virtù dei colori, il Milan è soprannominato anche Il Diavolo. In alcune occasioni i suoi giocatori sono denominati anche Casciavìt.

Nereo Rocco è l'allenatore che ha il record di panchine alla guida del Milan, 459. Il 'Paron' ha guidato i rossoneri in tredici stagioni, vincendo anche due Champions League.

Nel ventesimo secolo i tifosi milanisti furono prevalentemente di estrazione proletaria: per questo motivo venivano chiamati casciavit - cacciaviti - per sottolineare l'origine popolare in contrapposizione ai fans dell'Inter, principalmente borghesi.