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Euro 2020: Italy beat Switzerland to reach last 16

Manuel Locatelli of Italy celebrates with team mates after scoring their side's second goal during the UEFA Euro 2020 Championship Group A match between Italy and Switzerland at Olimpico Stadium on June 16, 2021 in Rome, Italy.In-form Italy became the first team to reach the knockout stage of the European Championship with another impressive Group A showing in victory over Switzerland.Roberto Mancini's side thumped Turkey on the opening day of the tournament and made it back-to-back 3-0 wins courtesy of another sprightly performance in Rome.Sassuolo midfielder Manuel Locatelli scored twice, first by finishing off a move he started by tapping in from Domenico Berardi's darting run and cutback.Italy's passing and pressing was far superior to their opponents and Locatelli's fizzing strike fro...
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Euro 2020: Wales take huge step towards last 16 with win over Turkey

Gareth Bale of Wales is fouled by Zeki Celik of Turkey leading to a penalty being awarded during the UEFA Euro 2020 Championship Group A match between Turkey and Wales at Baku Olimpiya Stadionu on June 16, 2021 in Baku, Azerbaijan.Wales took a significant stride towards qualifying for the second round of Euro 2020 as they overcame Turkey after a gripping encounter in Baku.With a crowd of more than 30,000 in Azerbaijan's capital city effectively making this a home game for Turkey, Wales responded to the hostile atmosphere with a vibrant, attacking display in which they cut their opponents open at will. After a host of missed chances in a breathless first half, Gareth Bale played a brilliant lofted pass through the heart of the Turkish defence for Aaron Ramsey, who brought the ball down and...
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Russia off the mark at Euro 2020 with win over Finland

Rasmus Schueller of Finland is challenged by Aleksei Miranchuk of Russia during the UEFA Euro 2020 Championship Group B match between Finland and Russia at Saint Petersburg Stadium on June 16, 2021 in Saint Petersburg, Russia.Russia secured their first win of Euro 2020 with a hard-fought victory over Finland in St Petersburg.Aleksey Miranchuk put the hosts ahead in first-half injury time with a fine, curling finish, despite being surrounded by defenders.Finland would have qualified for the last 16 with a win and thought they had opened the scoring, but Joel Pohjanpalo's header was ruled out for offside. The result leaves both sides on three points before their final Group B matches on Monday.Finland, competing in their first major finals, won 1-0 against Denmark on Saturday in a match ove...
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Hummels own goal helps France beat Germany

Paul Pogba of France battles for possession with Antonio Ruediger and Robin Gosens of Germany during the UEFA Euro 2020 Championship Group F match between France and Germany at Football Arena Munich on June 15, 2021 in Munich, Germany.World champions France started their Euro 2020 campaign with a win over Germany thanks to a Mats Hummels' own goal in a high-quality heavyweight Group F match.Hummels - recalled for this tournament after being told by coach Joachim Low in 2019 that his international career was over - diverted Lucas Hernandez's cross into his own net in the first half of a fascinating contest in Munich.Tournament favourites France were marginally the better of the two sides, but appeared to be in third gear for much of it. Paul Pogba sent the ball over the bar from a corner w...
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Ronaldo becomes Championship record scorer as Portugal beat Hungary

Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal scores their side's second goal from the penalty spot during the UEFA Euro 2020 Championship Group F match between Hungary and Portugal at Puskas Arena on June 15, 2021 in Budapest, Hungary.Cristiano Ronaldo became the top scorer in men's European Championship history as Portugal beat Hungary in front of more than 60,000 fans in Budapest. Ronaldo converted an 87th-minute penalty for his 10th goal in the competition, overtaking France's Michel Platini on nine goals.His 11th came only a few minutes later when he took the ball around goalkeeper Peter Gulacsi for Portugal's third.Hungary had looked on course for an unlikely draw until they conceded three times late on. The deadlock was broken in the 84th minute when Raphael Guerreiro's shot with the outside of t...
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Paraguay come from behind to beat Bolivia in Copa America

Angel Romero of Paraguay celebrates after scoring the third goal of his team during a Group A match between Paraguay and Bolivia at Estádio Olímpico as part of Copa America Brazil 2021 on June 14, 2021 in Goiania, Brazil.Paraguay went behind to an early penalty but scored three times in the second half for a 3-1 win over Bolivia, who were reduced to 10 men just before half-time in their Copa America opener on Monday. Bolivia were without five players who tested positive for COVID-19, including striker Marcelo Martins, who scored seven times in Bolivia's last seven games.They had not beaten Paraguay in a Copa America clash since 1963 but their hopes were raised after only 10 minutes when they took the lead from the penalty spot.
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Copa America: Messi frustrated after Argentina draw

Lionel Messi of Argentina adjusts his captain's armband before a Group A match between Argentina and Chile at Estadio Olímpico Nilton Santos as part of Copa America Brazil 2021 on June 14, 2021 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.Argentina superstar Lionel Messi scored a stunning freekick but Chile hit back to earn a 1-1 draw in the Copa America on Monday.Messi’s magical left foot gave dominant Argentina a deserved first half lead but Eduardo Vargas equalized in the second half after Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez saved veteran midfielder Arturo Vidal’s penalty.Despite Argentina’s dominance, Messi lamented that ‘we weren’t calm, we didn’t have control of the ball.’His coach Lionel Scaloni saw things differently, though.‘We deserved to win but in the end we drew. In any case, it’s only the st...
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Tottenham near to appointing Fonseca

Paulo Fonseca manager of AS Roma gestures during the Serie A match between ACF Fiorentina and AS Roma at Stadio Artemio Franchi on March 3, 2021 in Florence, Italy.Tottenham are close to confirming Paulo Fonseca as their new manager.The club have been seeking a manager since Jose Mourinho's sacking in April, but talks with former Chelsea boss Antonio Conte broke down in early June.Former Roma boss Fonseca was identified as a candidate by Spurs' new football managing director Fabio Paratici.Talks began last week and Football Flame understands they are edging towards a successful conclusion - which would end a tumultuous spell for Tottenham.In addition to the departure of Mourinho, who has since taken over at Roma, the club has had to deal with uncertainty around England captain Harry Kane, ...
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Wasteful Spain frustrated by Stubborn Sweden

Mikael Lustig of Sweden is challenged by Alvaro Morata of Spain during the UEFA Euro 2020 Championship Group E match between Spain and Sweden at the La Cartuja Stadium on June 14, 2021 in Seville, Spain.Spain endured a frustrating opening game in Euro 2020 as they failed to make their near total dominance pay against a rigid and stubborn Sweden in Seville.Luis Enrique's side had the vast majority of possession and territory in the match, which at times resembled a session of attack versus defence, but were unable to take advantage of the good opportunities their build-up play yielded.The best fell to Alvaro Morata, who was allowed in on goal by a fluffed attempted clearance from Marcus Danielson but side-footed his shot wide.Dani Olmo also saw a close-range header tipped round the post by ...
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Slovakia beat 10-man Poland in Group E

Robert Lewandowski of Poland looks dejected as Players of Slovakia celebrate after victory in the UEFA Euro 2020 Championship Group E myatch between Poland and Slovakia at the Saint Petersburg Stadium on June 14, 2021 in Saint Petersburg, Russia.Slovakia gained a shock victory over 10-man Poland in their European Championship Group E opener in St Petersburg.Milan Skriniar's fine low shot on the turn from the edge of the penalty area secured the three points for Slovakia, a country ranked 36th in the world.They had taken an early lead when the ball bounced off the post and rebounded in off Poland goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny after a fine run and shot from Robert Mak.A lovely one-touch move, calmly finished by Karol Linetty, brought the Poles level early in the second half. But the 62nd-min...
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Losing start for Hanley in Scotland’s 2-0 defeat to the Czech Republic

Grant Hanley of Scotland is challenged by Lukas Masopust during the UEFA Euro 2020 Championship Group D match between Scotland v Czech Republic on June 14, 2021 in Glasgow, Scotland. Norwich City captain Grant Hanley played the full 90 minutes in Scotland's opening Euro2020 2-0 defeat to the Czech Republic on Monday afternoon at Hampden Park.Hanley got the nod to start in central defence but was beaten in the air by a towering header from Patrik Schick three minutes before the interval.The Bayer Leverkusen forward then embarrassed former Norwich keeper, David Marshall, with a stunning lob from the halfway line to seal the win in the second half.Scotland, appearing in their first finals since 1998, will now travel to Wembley to face arch rivals England on Friday night. The Three Lions ...
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Euro 2020: Scotland end 23-year wait on day four of the tournament

Jack Hendry of Scotland celebrates after scoring his side's first goal with Andy Robertson of Scotland, Lyndon Dykes of Scotland, Kieran Tierney of Scotland and Liam Cooper of Scotland during the International Friendly match between Netherlands and Scotland at Algarve Stadium on June 2, 2021 in Almancil, Portugal.Monday at the European 2021 Championships sees Scotland make their first major tournament appearance in 23 years as they take on Czech Republic in their Group D opener at Hampden Park.Captain Andrew Robertson will lead his country out in front of 12,000 fans at the national stadium, who will no doubt be in fine voice for what is a crucial game in the group.With Croatia and England to come, qualification from the group could come down to this clash with the Czechs this afternoon.De...
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Netherlands beat Ukraine in five-goal thriller

Netherlands' midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum (C) is congratulated after scoring the first goal during the UEFA EURO 2020 Group C football match between the Netherlands and Ukraine at the Johan Cruyff Arena in Amsterdam on June 13, 2021.Denzel Dumfries headed a dramatic late winner to earn the Netherlands victory after Ukraine had come back from 2-0 down in a Group C thriller in Amsterdam.Oranje boss Frank de Boer is hoping to use Euro 2020 to prove to fans he is the right man to lead the team into a successful new era after an unconvincing start in the role. It looked like going to plan for De Boer when Georginio Wijnaldum, who scored eight times in qualifying, pounced from inside the box before Wout Weghorst's instinctive finish doubled the lead.But Ukraine pulled one back through Andriy ...
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Austria earn first European Championship win

Austria's forward Michael Gregoritsch celebrates scoring his team's second goal with his team-mates including Austria's defender David Alaba (C) during the UEFA EURO 2020 Group C football match between Austria and North Macedonia at the National Arena in Bucharest on June 13, 2021.Substitutes Marko Arnautovic and Michael Gregoritsch earned Austria their first ever victory at a European Championship as Franco Foda's side edged past tournament debutants North Macedonia in their Group C opener.Gregoritsch met captain David Alaba's sublime cross with 12 minutes remaining to end North Macedonia's resistance, before Arnautovic put the result beyond doubt after rounding goalkeeper Stole Dimitrievski.Veteran striker Goran Pandev looked to have earned a memorable point for Euro 2020's lowest ranked...
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Euro 2020: Sterling goal seals opening win for England

Raheem Sterling of England celebrates after scoring their side's first goal during the UEFA Euro 2020 Championship Group D match between England and Croatia at Wembley Stadium on June 13, 2021 in London, England.England's Euro 2020 campaign got off to a satisfactory start as Raheem Sterling's goal secured victory over Croatia at Wembley.Sterling repaid England manager Gareth Southgate's faith in him, sliding in the winner after 57 minutes following a perfect pass from man-of-the-match Kalvin Phillips.Southgate resisted the temptation to play Aston Villa's Jack Grealish and was rewarded with a lively performance from Sterling as England secured the win their superiority deserved.The Three Lions almost took an early lead when Phil Foden struck a post but there were the first signs of frustra...
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Belgium Lay Down A Marker At Euro 2020 After Brushing Aside Russia

Romelu Lukaku of Belgium scores their side's first goal past Mario Fernandes of Russia during the UEFA Euro 2020 Championship Group B match between Belgium and Russia on June 12, 2021 in Saint Petersburg, Russia.Belgium got their Euro 2020 campaign off to a bright start as their golden generation chase European glory.They ran out 3-0 victors over Russia in St Petersburg after being gifted two goals by the hosts. The Red Devils had some bright spells and created some good chances but it was their opponents who gifted them their victory, with Romelu Lukaku scoring twice and Thomas Meunier also on the scoresheet.Roberto Martinez’s side did not have to play with much intensity that they have been known for in recent years due to the respect Russia were showing them. The game appeared to be mor...
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Euro 2020: Finland beat Denmark, Eriksen awake after collapse halts game

Denmark's players escort Denmark's midfielder Christian Eriksen (C) as he is evacuated after collapsing on the pitch during the UEFA EURO 2020 Group B football match between Denmark and Finland at the Parken Stadium in Copenhagen on June 12, 2021.Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen is "awake" in hospital after collapsing in the Euro 2020 match against Finland, said the Danish Football Association.The 29-year-old's condition has been "stabilised", according to tournament organisers Uefa.The game in Copenhagen was suspended before half-time after the Inter Milan player fell to the ground and received emergency treatment on the field.Finland won the Group B match 1-0 after it restarted at 19:30 BST.Danish players were applauded on to the pitch by their opponents as they returned to the field...
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Moore helps Wales earn draw against Switzerland at Euro 2020

post images onlineKieffer Moore of Wales scores their side's first goal past Yann Sommer of Switzerland during the UEFA Euro 2020 Championship Group A match between Wales and Switzerland at the Baku Olympic Stadium on June 12, 2021 in Baku, Azerbaijan.Wales fought back to draw with Switzerland in their opening game of Euro 2020, as Kieffer Moore marked his return to the starting line-up with what could prove to be a vital equaliser.In only his third start in nine matches under interim manager Robert Page, the Cardiff City striker was close to giving Wales an early lead when his header was superbly tipped over by Yann Sommer.Switzerland took control of the match from that point and, after squandering several chances, they eventually scored as the impressive Breel Embolo headed in from Xherd...
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David Moyes signs new three-year contract at West Ham

David Moyes, Manager of West Ham United celebrates during the Premier League match between Sheffield United and West Ham United at Bramall Lane on January 10, 2020 in Sheffield, United Kingdom.West Ham manager David Moyes has ended speculation about his future by signing a new three-year contract.He had been linked with a potential return to Everton but has chosen to stay with the Europa League-bound Hammers.“I am delighted to have committed my future to West Ham United,” Moyes told West Ham's official website.“This is where I want to be and I’m happy. I’m excited to be given this opportunity to build on what we all have already achieved here. The owners and I are fully aligned with how we want to keep developing and improving the football club.  “The Board and everyone at the club ha...
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Italy: injured Florenzi to miss Switzerland clash

Alessandro Florenzi of Italy in action during the international friendly match between Italy and Czech Republic at on June 04, 2021 in Bologna, Italy.Alessandro Florenzi picked up a calf injury against Turkey last night and will miss the upcoming game against Switzerland, reports Sky Sport Italia.The Roma loanee was replaced during the half-time break against Turkey due to a calf problem.Sky Sport Italia reports Florenzi underwent medical examinations this morning and although the injury is not a severe one, he will miss the second game of the group stage against Switzerland on Wednesday.Florenzi reportedly picked up a contracture in his calf.   The 30-year-old should return to action after the game against the Swiss and his physical conditions will be assessed daily.Napoli’...
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