Tag: World Cup Qualification
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Belgium vs Samoa: Final RWC 2027 Qualifier Showdown
Belgium and Samoa Set Up a Final Day Showdown The race to reach Rugby World Cup 2027 in Australia has intensified after Belgium and Samoa earned back-to-back wins in Dubai on the second match day of the Final Qualification Tournament. The results mean the two teams now head to a winner-takes-all clash on Tuesday, 18…
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Ireland vs Portugal: Only win keeps World Cup hopes alive
Key point: a draw won’t do for Ireland against Portugal In the final week of European World Cup qualification, Republic of Ireland face a daunting task against Portugal, with the stakes higher than ever. The talking points aren’t just about tactical matchups or form; they center on the stark reality that a draw could leave…
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How Ireland Can Still Qualify for the World Cup: Key Permutations to Watch
Overview: Ireland’s World Cup Path Still Open With a pivotal game in Dublin and a separate result in Yerevan, Ireland’s route to North America is far from sealed. While the headline focuses on Ireland’s Thursday night clash, the outcome of the Armenia vs Hungary match adds another layer to the permutations chart. The governing bodies…
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Kane Scores Twice as Gordon and Eze Prove England’s World Cup Push Has Real Momentum
England cruise to 5-0 win as Kane, Gordon, and Eze steal the show England wrapped up their World Cup qualification with a routine 5-0 win in Riga, exploiting Latvia’s fragility to seal the long-awaited progression with the minimum of fuss. The headline act was Harry Kane, who added another brace to his already spectacular tally,…
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Kane nets again as Gordon and Eze stake England claims in Latvia thrashing
England crush Latvia to seal World Cup qualification with style England strengthened their grip on a World Cup berth with a 5-0 victory in Riga, exploiting familiar rivals’ slips and turning a routine qualifier into a demonstration of depth and evolving chemistry under Thomas Tuchel. Harry Kane struck twice, Anthony Gordon opened the scoring, and…
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England Women’s Squad Named for Brazil and Australia Tests
England Women’s Squad Named for Brazil and Australia Fixtures England’s reigning UEFA Women’s EURO champions have returned to action, with Sarina Wiegman naming a 25-player squad for two high-profile meets in late October. The Lionesses will kick off a Homecoming Series against Brazil at the City of Manchester Stadium on Saturday 25 October (5:30pm BST)…
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England Women Named for Brazil and Australia Tests as Homecoming Series Kicks Off
England Women Announce 25-Player Squad for Brazil and Australia Fixtures England head coach Sarina Wiegman has named a 25-player squad for two important autumn fixtures as the Lionesses return to action for the first time since their historic UEFA Women’s EURO triumphs. The pair of matches, part of the Homecoming Series, will pit England against…
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Tuchel urges Rashford to seize peak potential and avoid ‘what could have been’ career regrets
Tuchel: No limits to Rashford’s potential, but discipline is essential England manager and Barcelona head coach Thomas Tuchel has delivered a stark message to Marcus Rashford: the forward is capable of reaching the highest echelons of the game, but he must actively prove himself at both club and international levels. Speaking at a news conference…
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Haaland Hat-Trick Fires Norway Past Israel as Protests Erupt Outside Ullevaal
Haaland’s Hat-Trick Seals Norway’s Win Over Israel Erling Haaland stole the spotlight with a clinical hat-trick as Norway defeated Israel, turning a choppy day into a footballing milestone for a nation chasing its first World Cup appearance in 27 years. After an early penalty miss, Haaland steadied himself, curling past Daniel Peretz to spark a…
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Canada vs Australia: Live International Friendly Draws Uneven Battle in Montreal
Overview In a competitive international friendly at Stade Saputo, Canada hosted Australia in a testy encounter that swung on moments of precision and stubborn defense. Canada pressed early and often, testing a well-organized Socceroos back line, while Australia’s counter-attacks offered the hallmarks of Tony Popovic’s structured side. The match finished with Australia edging ahead through…