Tag: International
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Neymar nets four as Brazil beat Japan
Brazilian forward Neymar scored all four goals in his country’s 4-0 win over Japan on Tuesday. New Brazil boss Dunga had guided his country to a three-match winning streak after their dismal World Cup elimination and the friendly against Japan turned out to be no different as Barcelona forward Neymar scored all four goals. The…
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Suarez scores twice for Uruguay
Luis Suarez completed his own pre-season training in style as he scored two goals in Uruguay’s 3-0 over Oman on Monday evening. The Barcelona forward will make his long awaited return to action against Real Madrid later this month after being banned for a bite on Italy defender Giorgio Chiellini during the World Cup this…
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Chelsea striker worried about Spanish goal drought
Diego Costa has revealed he was beginning to worry about his goal drought for the Spanish national side after hitting his first goal against Luxembourg on Sunday. Spain struggled last week in their Euro 2016 qualifying match against Slovakia and were beaten by the lowly nation, however, they returned to their best against Luxembourg on…
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Hodgson: Sterling unfit to play for England
Roy Hodgson has revealed that Liverpool winger Raheem Sterling was ‘too tired’ to feature for England against Estonia. Following their 5-0 win over San Marino last week, England continued their Euro 2016 qualifying run with a 1-0 win over Estonia on Sunday evening, thanks to a Wayne Rooney strike. Sterling was expected to start for…
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Hodgson: I will not give Sterling rest
England manager Roy Hodgson has revealed that he will not rest Raheem Sterling for their Euro 2016 qualifier against Estonia on Sunday. The young winger has been in superb form for England of late and is likely to feature from the start against Estonia, following on from the 5-0 win over San Marino. National boss…
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Chelsea striker receives backing over poor Spain form
Spain defender Juanfran has defended Chelsea striker Diego Costa following criticism from Spanish press over his performances for the national side. The former Atletico Madrid striker has been in superb form in the Premier League for new club Chelsea this season but has failed to live up to those performances for Spain, failing to score…
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Arsenal’s young defender enjoys England debut
Arsenal youngster Calum Chambers has discussed his international debut for England, saying he really enjoyed the experience. The former Southampton defender has made a real name for himself since departing St. Mary’s to join Arsenal this summer. And, his form was rewarded by England boss Roy Hodgson, who handed the youngster his full international debut…
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England breeze past San Marino
England maintained their unbeaten start to the Euro 2016 qualifiers by beating San Marino 5-0 at Wembley on Thursday evening. The hosts were largely unimpressive during the opening stages as the visitors played with all 11 players behind the ball, restricting the likes of Wayne Rooney and Danny Welbeck to long range efforts. San Marino…
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Euro 2016 Qualifiers: England v San Marino
Good evening and welcome to Football Express New’s live coverage of the Euro 2016 Group E qualifier between England and San Marino at Wembley. The home side have started their qualifying campaign in good form, having beaten Switzerland 2-0 in Basel on matchday one and they will be hoping to add another three points to…
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Henderson excited by new Liverpool contract
Liverpool midfielder Jordan Henderson is relishing the chance to sign a new extended deal at Anfield and sees his long term future at the club. The England international joined Liverpool from Sunderland in 2011 but struggled to make an impact in the early months of his career at the Merseyside club. However, his form last…
