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Luxembourg v Germany - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Confident Woltemade revels in scoring key goals for Germany

Nick Woltemade spoke with confidence after bagging both goals in Germany's 2-0 win over Luxembourg. The towering striker saved Die Mannschaft's blushes after a goalless first half against the international minnows. His manager Julian Nagelsmann praised his first choice goal scorer's work ethic, saying the 23-year-old deserved "special praise" after his tireless performance.

Luxembourg v Germany - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Nagelsmann refuses to shout as Germany players 'can't stand being attacked'

Julian Nagelsmann revealed that he did not shout at his players after a lacklustre first-half performance against Luxembourg, as the manager claimed that the squad could not have handled being attacked at that point. Germany eventually clinched the tie 2-0 thanks to a brace from Newcastle forward Nick Woltemade as they continued to remain favourites to seal a direct World Cup berth from Group A.

Luxembourg v Germany - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

'Decisive' Sane earns Nagelsmann's praise after starring role for Germany

Leroy Sane earned praise from Germany boss Julian Nagelsmann after starring in the four-time world champions' hard-fought 2-0 win over Luxembourg in a 2026 World Cup qualifying match on Friday. Nagelsmann had earlier issued a public warning to former Bayern Munich and Manchester City winger that he could lose his place in the national if he did not perform consistently.

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Woltemade to the rescue for disjointed Germany

Germany survived an unsettling evening in Luxembourg as a Nick Woltemade brace proved decisive in a match that will raise far more questions than it answers for Julian Nagelsmann. A 2-0 win was ultimately enough to keep Germany on track in their qualifying campaign for the FIFA 2026 World Cup, but the performance itself was scattered, lethargic and lacking cohesion.

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Nagelsmann breaks with Germany tradition with Sane captaincy snub

Julian Nagelsmann has broken with Germany's traditional captaincy protocol, opting to name Bayern Munich defender Jonathan Tah as the stand-in captain for the injured Joshua Kimmich against Luxembourg. This decision means Nagelsmann overlooked Leroy Sane, the most-capped player in the current squad, despite the customary practice of awarding the armband to the most experienced figure in the absence of regular captains.

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Standings

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PosTeamPWDLFA+/-PTSForm
2Borussia Dortmund crestBorussia Dortmund29197360293164
L
W
W
W
W
3RB Leipzig crestRB Leipzig29175756362056
W
W
W
L
W
4VfB Stuttgart crestVfB Stuttgart28165756381853
L
W
W
D
W
5Bayer Leverkusen crestBayer Leverkusen29157759392052
W
W
D
D
D
6Hoffenheim crestHoffenheim29156857431451
D
L
L
D
W
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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

La Juventus è nata nell'autunno del 1897 a Torino su iniziativa di alcuni studenti della terza e quarta classe del liceo classico Massimo d'Azeglio.

Gianluca Ferrero, vicepresidente del CDA della Banca del Piemonte, è il presidente del consiglio di amministrazione della Juventus dal 2023.

Lo stadio della Juventus è chiamato Allianz Stadium per ragioni di sponsor o semplicemente Juventus Stadium. L'impianto è nato nel 2011.

Lo Juventus Stadium, impianto dei bianconeri, ha una capienza di 41.507 posti a sedere. Di questi 2.019 sono per il settore ospiti.

La Juventus è la squadra italiana con più Scudetti, avendone vinti 36. Per questo i bianconeri sono gli unici con tre stelle sul petto (una per ogni dieci titoli).

La Juventus ha conquistato due Champions League: nel 1985 contro il Liverpool nella triste serata dell'Heysel e nel 1996 in finale contro l'Ajax.

La società bianconera ha vinto 60 trofei italiani, più 11 internazionali: in totale, dunque, la Juventus ha conquistato 71 trofei durante la sua lunga storia.

Essendo giovani studenti, i fondatori del club deciderono di usare un nome che sentivano proprio: 'gioventù' in latino, ovvero Juventus.

Inizialmente rosa, la Juventus scelse il bianconero dopo aver ricevuto le maglie di tale colore dal Notts County, così da andare oltre lo scolorimento delle stesse.

Oltre all'essere associata alla zebra per i colori bianconeri, venne scelta come icona ispirandosi al giornalista Carlo Bergoglio, che la propose come riferimento all'antica nobiltà cittadina.

Alessandro 'Alex' Del Piero è il giocatore che ha segnato più reti nella storia della Juventus: 290 goal contando tutte le competizioni ufficiali.

Alex Del Piero è il recordman di partite giocate con la Juventus. Pinturicchio è sceso in campo con i bianconeri in 705 occasioni.

La Juventus è chiamata spesso Vecchia Signora o Madama. Per parlare della squadra di Torino, però, si usa soprattutto il termine 'bianconeri'.

Giovanni Trapattoni è l'allenatore che ha più panchine con la Juventus: 596. Per il Trap anche il record di titoli conquistati, 14.

Non c'è un motivo preciso per cui la Juventus è chiamata Vecchia Signora: sarebbe riferito ai tanti anni di attività e ai trofei vinti (Signora), oltre alla volontà di affidarsi a giocatori esperti sin dalla sua nascita (Vecchia).