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The Guardian
10 hours ago
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- The Guardian
Will Spain serve up a helping of pain for England's misfiring youngsters?
Venganza is on the cards in Trnava on Saturday night when England take on Spain at the European Under-21 Championship quarter-finals. There are constant reminders on the Channel 4 coverage in the UK that 'we' are the holders, despite the fact there are only a couple of remaining members from the squad that defeated La Rojita in the final in Batumi two years ago. It's a night that Oliver Skipp will never forget. There is another stark difference between then and now: England were properly decent at that point. This current crop have stumbled their way into the last eight like a weary boozer, six pints deep, picking his way through an All Bar One terrace on a hot day. Galavanting is not part of this England team's repertoire; instead meekness is the summary of what they have offered. After a promising defeat of the Czech Republic, they stumbled to a goalless draw against the might of Slovenia before losing to Germany B in their final group game. Spain, on the other hand, have breezed to this stage, sweeping past Slovakia (3-2) and Romania (2-1). The more worrying news for England is that the Spanish are favourites and an inquisition should be expected. They've still got memories of Curtis Jones's winner in Georgia two years ago, although the more galling moment remains James Trafford making an injury-time penalty save from Abel Ruiz to secure the silverware for England. Revenge, it seems, is best served in a partially full stadium in Slovakia's seventh biggest city. If we're looking for positives out of the Germany game for England, then young Bournemouth midfield scurrier Alex Scott, who scored in the second half, was decent. He reckons it's only a matter of time before the floodgates open for Carsley's pups. 'The lads score goals every single day but it's not quite clicked yet in the games. The quality we have in this team, it's a matter of time before the goals start flying in,' he whooped. They'll need to win possession off the ball-hogging Spaniards before they can pepper the goal with shots. How will they do that, then? 'Replicate what the lads did two years ago,' he mused. 'It is going to be a tough team. Every Spain team is very good on the ball, very calm and composed.' In preparing to soften any blow, England need not worry, even if a hammering is handed out. Why? Because they have one of their own in Spain's squad. Leeds United striker Mateo 'Matty' Joseph Fernández-Regatillo is leading the line despite possessing 10 England Under-20 caps. Born in Santander to an English father and Spanish mother, Joseph spent the first 19 years of his life in his homeland before being attracted by the bright lights of Yorkshire to learn about real football, none of that tiki-taka nonsense. Giving Joseph a proper football education might now backfire on England, but it does guarantee that at least one proud bulldog will make it to the semi-finals, whatever happens. Join Taha Hashim for red-hot Copa Gianni updates from Flamengo 0-0 Chelsea at 7pm (BST). The American dream. We guess the cowboy won …' – Botafogo remind PSG chief suit, Nasser Al-Khelaifi, of the insult he hurled at their owner John Textor, also chief suit at Lyon, after the Brazilian side's shock 1-0 Copa Gianni victory over the Bigger Cup champions. Re: the thinly veiled contempt from the Juventus players standing behind Donald Trump (yesterday's Football Daily), brought to mind this scene from The Simpsons …' – Adam Clark. The photo in yesterday's Football Daily makes Mr Infantino look very much like Mickey Mouse in his magnum opus, Fantasia. On reflection, Mickey Mouse is a perfect description for Mr Infantino, and his mate Donald shares many comparisons with [Snip – Football Daily lawyer]' – Joe Carr. Given the PFA has a young player of the year award, isn't it only fair they also have an old player of the year award (over 78s perhaps? – Football Daily Ed)? I had a really good game with my dog in the garden recently so surely I qualify and I'm even older than James Milner' –Martyn Shapter. Please send your letters to Today's winner of our letter o' the day competition is … Joe Carr, who gets some Football Weekly merch. We'll be in touch. Terms and conditions for our competitions, when we run them, can be viewed here. In the past few days, thirsty shoppers in supermarkets around Britain may have spotted a big promotional display from an energy drink offering them a chance to meet England's Lionesses. So far, so ordinary, right? Not if you were doing your big shop in Cardiff, where Tesco upset regulars who would have preferred to get the chance to meet their own national team's players instead. The Welsh FA's chief suit, Noel Mooney, took to his social media disgrace of choice to roar: 'We are Cymru!' And one shopper told the BBC it was 'deeply offensive', adding that Tesco should have 'read the room' with Wales taking on England in Euro 2025 next month. Tesco apologised for the own goal, saying the display was 'incorrectly' put up and promised that 'many of our colleagues and customers will be supporting their home nations' in the Euros. Lucozade sport, gets others irked, fast. It's all going on at Liverpool, with Florian Wirtz coughing for the Anfield doctor and Milos Kerkez packing his bags at Bournemouth and heading up the A338, A31, M27, M3, A34, M40, M6, M62 and round Queen's Drive in a £40m deal. Harry Kane can't wait to face Boca and their bouncy fans at Copa Gianni. 'They're loud and they're passionate,' roared Kane. 'So, yeah, I'm looking forward to the atmosphere. You know, sometimes it brings out the best in you as a player.' Lionel Messi has delivered on his end of the Faustian bargain, pinging in a free-kick to give Inter Miami a 2-1 win over Porto at Copa Gianni. Hannah Hampton has vowed to try to replicate Mary Earps's main character energy after being confirmed as England's first-choice goalkeeper for the Euros, though she'll probably have to effing swear more to do that. 'We're gonna miss her as a person here,' she sniffed. 'She's a big personality in this team. Now l have got to just go and live up to her legacy. I'll give it my best shot.' Daniëlle van de Donk has done one from OL Lyonnes to London City Lionesses, both of whom are owned by Michele Kang. New Rangers boss Russell Martin will watch his team take a high-wire approach to playing out from the back for the first time in a Scottish Premiership match, when they face Motherwell away in their season-opener. Full fixtures here. And Bruno Fernandes has joined Mohamed Salah on the six-man shortlist for the PFA Premier League player of the year gong, with Arsenal's Mariona Caldentey the favourite for the WSL's award. From heat to unrest: Alexander Abnos on how five major storylines are shaping up at Copa Gianni. Is Cole Palmer playing down the fuss before Chelsea's clash with Flamengo? Of course he is! Jacob Steinberg on the 'normal' kid who does exceptional things. Why is Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike hot property in the summer transfer window? Ben McAleer explains. 'Family. They're the only ones you can depend on,' said Tony Soprano. New Italy boss Gennaro Gattuso is reaching for that same ethos, explains Nicky Bandini, as the Azzurri try to avoid the unthinkable prospect of failing to qualify for a third straight World Cup. And the Rumour Mill picks over the latest gossip, including speculation over comings and goings at Liverpool. We rewind to 1966 and a new bridge under construction outside Old Trafford, home of Manchester United, in time for the World Cup games to be held there that summer. The ground hosted three matches in Group Three: Portugal 3-1 Hungary, Portugal 3-0 Bulgaria, and Hungary 3-1 Bulgaria.
BBC News
3 days ago
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- BBC News
'There would be no shortage of takers for Jones'
Over on our live page our chief football writer Phil McNulty has been taking your Should Liverpool sell Curtis Jones?Phil McNulty: There seems to be mixed opinions among Liverpool fans about Curtis Jones, but he does appear to be highly-rated by Arne Slot and England head coach Thomas is going to be some tough competition at Liverpool next season, especially once Florian Wirtz comes into the equation, so Jones will want plenty of game time with the World Cup coming up next could be a big factor. I would be reluctant to sell, but Liverpool will want to recoup some of their lavish spending and there would be no shortage of takers should Jones come on the same will apply to Harvey Elliott, who has already hinted that he cannot afford to be sitting on the sidelines with a World Cup coming up.
BBC News
11-06-2025
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- BBC News
England bid to defend Under-21 crown - plus who else could star
The European Under-21 Championship starts on Wednesday and England approach the tournament in a position they have not been in since the 1980s - as reigning Carsley's Young Lions were in superb form in 2023 as they won all six of their matches in Georgia and Romania, without conceding a goal, to lift the won group games against Czech Republic, Israel and Germany, beat Portugal 1-0 in the quarter-final and were 3-0 winners over Israel in the semi-final. They defeated Spain 1-0 in the final with Liverpool's Curtis Jones scoring the only goal, before goalkeeper James Trafford saved a last-minute winger Anthony Gordon was named player of the tournament, while the team of the tournament, also included Trafford, defenders Levi Colwill and Taylor Harwood-Bellis, as well as midfielder England's 23-man squad two years ago, 10 of them - defenders Jarrad Branthwaite, Colwill and Harwood-Bellis, midfielders Morgan Gibbs-White, Angel Gomes, Jones and Emile Smith Rowe, and forwards Gordon, Noni Madueke and Cole Palmer - have all now played for the senior was the third time England had won the competition, but the first occasion since the 1980s, when they won successive tournaments in 1982 and year's event is being staged in Slovakia and runs from 11 to 28 June. 'I am just trying to do it again' - Carsley targets repeat triumph After Gareth Southgate resigned from the role of senior team boss following Euro 2024, Carsley had a six-game spell in charge of the Three Lions, winning five matches and losing one and guiding England back to the top tier of the Nations is now back at under-21 level and recently signed a new deal with the Football Association that lasts until 2027."It's important I just do a good job, I'm just trying to do it again [win the Euros]," said Carsley. "The priority is the Euros and I won't be taking my eye off of that."Hopefully we'll be good to watch. That's what you want. You want people back home watching the next generation of England players and being excited by it."There are 16 nations in the tournament in Slovakia, with England placed in Group B, along with Czech Republic, Germany and Slovenia, with the top two from each section moving into the 23-man squad includes Newcastle full-back Tino Livramento, who has one cap for the senior side, along with plenty of players with Premier League experience, including Liverpool's title-winning duo Jarell Quansah and Harvey players named include Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson, Tottenham's Archie Gray, Brighton's Jack Hinshelwood, Bournemouth's Alex Scott, Manchester City's James McAtee and Ipswich's Omari winger Ethan Nwaneri, at 18, is the youngest player in the England squad after a breakthrough season for the Gunners, which saw him score nine goals in all James Beadle (Brighton), Teddy Sharman-Lowe (Chelsea), Tommy Simkin (Stoke).Defenders: Charlie Cresswell (Toulouse), Ronnie Edwards (Southampton), CJ Egan-Riley (Burnley), Tino Livramento (Newcastle), Brooke Norton Cuffy (Genoa), Jarell Quansah (Liverpool).Midfielders: Elliot Anderson (Nottingham Forest), Archie Gray (Tottenham), Hayden Hackney (Middlesbrough), Jack Hinshelwood (Brighton), Tyler Morton (Liverpool), Alex Scott (Bournemouth).Forwards: Harvey Elliott (Liverpool), Omari Hutchinson (Ipswich), Sam Iling Jnr (Aston Villa), James McAtee (Manchester City), Ethan Nwaneri (Arsenal), Jonathan Rowe (Marseille), Jay Stansfield (Birmingham). Who else will be playing and who misses out? Anyone born on or after 1 January 2002 is able to play in the tournament, so those aged 23 are still eligible to are British-based players representing a number of duo Mathys Tel and Wilson Odobert are in the France squad, Brighton midfielder Brajan Gruda has been selected by Germany, while Leeds have forwards Mateo Joseph in the Spain 23 and Wilfried Gnonto in Italy's selection, which also includes Brentford defender Michael Kayode and Burnley forward Luca pair Carlos Forbs and Rodrigo Gomes have been named by Portugal, as have midfielders Mateus Fernandes and Paulo Bernardo, who play for Southampton and Celtic forward William Osula is in Denmark's squad, Ukraine have named Brentford midfielder Yehor Yarmolyuk in theirs, while Netherlands have four British-based players - defenders Ian Maatsen (Aston Villa), midfielders Neraysho Kasanwirjo (Rangers) and Rav van den Berg (Middlesbrough) and Stoke forward Million Fifa Club World Cup is being held in the United States from 14 June to 13 July, with 12 European teams - Atletico Madrid, Bayern Munich, Benfica, Borussia Dortmund, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Juventus, Manchester City, Paris St-Germain, Porto, Real Madrid and Red Bull Salzburg - taking from those clubs will therefore play in Fifa's tournament instead of in Slovakia. It has also affected players that have been signed earlier this month as England will now be without striker Liam Delap and midfielder Jobe Bellingham who have moved to Chelsea and Borussia Dortmund there is still a number of talented players in the under-21 central midfielder Cesare Casadei is expected to make a big impression after being the player of the tournament at the Under-20 World Cup in squad includes midfielder Pablo Torre and defender Gerard Martin, who helped Barcelona win La Liga, Germany striker Nick Woltemade scored in the German Cup final for Stuttgart and featured in his country's two Nations League matches last week, while Dutch forward Kenneth Taylor played for the Netherlands at the 2022 World Cup. A platform to becoming a star A host of football's big names over the past 40 years have impressed at the European Under-21 list of people that won the Player of the Tournament award include France defender Laurent Blanc (1988), Croatia striker Davor Suker (1990), Portugal playmaker Luis Figo (1994), Italy defender Fabio Cannavaro (1996), Italy midfielder Andrea Pirlo (2000), Netherlands striker Klaas-Jan Huntelaar (2006) and Spain midfielders Juan Mata and Thiago Alcantara (winners in 2011 and 2013 respectively).Newcastle's Anthony Gordon, the winner in 2023, has gone on to play for the England senior team 10 times, while Spain's Fabian Ruiz, the 2019 winner, has just helped Paris St-Germain win the Champions not all players go on to fulfil their potential. Dutch midfielder Royston Drenthe signed for Real Madrid after being named the player of the tournament in 2007 tournament and he was a part of their squad that won La Liga the following season, but he could not maintain that then had spells with 11 different clubs, including Everton and Championship sides Reading and Sheffield Wednesday, with his career ending outside the top flight in Spain aged 35.
The Independent
07-06-2025
- Sport
- The Independent
England jeered after lackluster win over Andorra
England secured a lackluster 1-0 victory against Andorra in a World Cup qualifier, with fans booing the team's performance at the end of both halves. The match, held in Barcelona due to Andorra 's stadium not being ready, saw England dominate possession but struggle to break down Andorra 's defense. Harry Kane scored the only goal in the 50th minute, converting Noni Madueke's cross after an initial save by Andorra 's goalkeeper Iker Alvarez. Despite the Win, England 's slow play and lack of incision led to frustration among the travelling fans, with some leaving early and expressing their displeasure. Andorra 's goalkeeper, Iker Alvarez, made several important saves, while England 's Jude Bellingham and Curtis Jones had attempts blocked in the first half.
Telegraph
07-06-2025
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- Telegraph
England player ratings: Madueke the pick of a bad bunch against Andorra
England remain unbeaten in World Cup qualifying following a 1-0 victory against Andorra who are bottom of Group K. Captain Harry Kane scored the only goal of the game, thanks to a Noni Madueke assist. The Chelsea winger was England's best player on the night, but who else impressed? Jordan Pickford Had nothing to do apart from keep his concentration. No saves to make in the end for the England No1, who has Dean Henderson pushing for starts. 6 Curtis Jones Started at right-back but was 'inverted', playing in central midfield when England won possession. Had a shot blocked in the first half. 5 Ezri Konsa Part of a back-three when England had the ball and only had to keep position as Andorra were not interested in attacking. 6 Dan Burn Guilty of giving the ball away trying to bring the ball out of defence. Was not troubled by Andorra's attack, obviously, but could have shown more. 4 Reece James Found himself as a third centre-back for much of the time, rather than raiding down the flank. Is an option for Tuchel at left-back now. 5 Jude Bellingham 'Home' game for the Spanish-based midfielder but he could not impose himself on the game. With the Club World Cup coming up, this game was not really needed in his schedule. 5 Jordan Henderson Making his first start for England since Nov 2023, he was the only holding midfielder and had a disciplined role. Tried to carry the ball forward. 5 Morgan Rogers Looked to carry the ball forward but found his paths blocked off as he cut in from the right flank. Tuchel clearly likes him from opening three games. 5 Morgan Rogers 🔥 @England | @AVFCOfficial — ITV Football (@itvfootball) June 7, 2025 Cole Palmer Deployed as one of Tuchel's No10s but struggled to create chances for team-mates or himself as space was so tight in the areas he likes to operate in. 4 Noni Madueke Set up Kane's opener with a scuffed cross across the face of the goal. Earlier had shot from edge of the area saved. 6 England goal number 7️⃣2️⃣ for @HKane ⚽️🏴 — England (@England) June 7, 2025 Harry Kane Scored from close range for his 72nd international goal, breaking the deadlock to the relief of England fans. Missed from six yards earlier. 5 Substitutes Trent Alexander-Arnold (for Jones 61) Eberichi Eze (for Palmer 65) Declan Rice (for Jones 81) Anthony Gordon (for Rogers 81) Morgan Gibbs-White (Bellingham 90) Subs not used Henderson (g), Trafford (g), Walker, Colwill, Toney, Lewis-Skelly, Chalobah.
