The Philippines prevailed 1-0 over Singapore in Group B courtesy of a late winner by Patrick Reichelt. Sven-Goran Eriksson started his stint as Philippines head coach with a 1-0 win over Singapore in their AFF Suzuki Cup opener on Tuesday evening. The former England manager was appointed last month to lead Philippines through the tournament
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Montpellier defender Ambroise Oyongo has been ruled out of the Cameroon squad to face Morocco in Friday’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. The full-back, as well as injured midfielder Petrus Boumal, will also miss the international friendly against Brazil on Tuesday. “Ambroise Oyongo will not play matches against Morocco and Brazil due to a wound
The picture is becoming clearer about who will take part in the UEFA Nations League finals next June, as well as which teams will be promoted and relegated. You can read a full explainer for the UEFA Nations League here and the full group-by-group breakdown of how teams can qualify. This is what is still at stake
Giroud’s voice can be heard in the French-dubbed version of upcoming animation ‘Spider-Man: New Generation’. In a somewhat unlikely turn of events, World Cup winners Olivier Giroud and Presnel Kimpembe have made their acting debuts. The two France internationals have provided voices for fairly major characters in a new Spider-Man animation that is set to
Amrinder Singh has been Mumbai City’s best player over the last fortnight. As we head into this fortnight’s international break, we welcome you to round 3 of ESPN’s ISL Power Rankings. #10 Amrinder Singh – 108.3 points (new) Goalkeeper, Mumbai City After a sluggish start to the season, Mumbai City have gathered up a head
Games between Nigeria and South Africa always generate massive interest, and Saturday’s 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at the FNB Stadium in Johannesburg shouldn’t be any different. Beyond the consequences for AFCON qualification, the match also affords Nigeria an opportunity to halt their recent struggles against South Africa. In 13 previous meetings between both
Paul Mariner assesses the latest transfer rumours, including the chances Alexis Sanchez, Robert Lewandowski and Patrik Schick make moves in January. With the winter window opening soon, the rumour mill is beginning to gather pace. Who will be moving where come January? Transfer Talk has the latest. TOP STORY: Sarri intervenes as Chelsea chase Fekir
Craig Burley says nothing will change at Manchester United under Jose Mourinho, and a different manager would produce better results. Ashley Young will ensure he will be part of Jose Mourinho’s first-team plans before penning a new contract at Manchester United, sources have told ESPN FC. Young, whose contract is set to expire at the
Interim coach Lionel Scaloni admits he’s uncertain if Lionel Messi will return to the national team, but is optimistic for the newcomers to the side. Carlos Tevez urges Lionel Messi to rest and think about his future with the Argentina national team because he’s one of the nation’s biggest idols. Argentina will not rush Lionel
Fernando Torres insists he felt like he had completed everything he needed to in Europe before he moved to Japan’s Sagan Tosu from Atletico Madrid. Antonio Conte has insisted he is in no rush to return to coaching after Real Madrid confirmed to the Spanish Football Association that Santiago Solari will remain in charge of the team