5 Memorable Ireland Vs England Games Ahead Of UEFA Nations League Opener

The Ireland vs England football rivalry will be rekindled on September 7 as the pair go head-to-head at the Aviva Stadium.  It’ll be the first meeting of the two countries in four years as they get set to lock horns in the opening 2024/25 UEFA Nations League group F fixture. A new era beckons for […]

Ben Horlock  •  03 Sep 2024
Rabbi Matondo Withdraws And Charlie Crew Recalled In Latest Wales Nations League Squad Update

Rangers winger Rabbi Matondo has withdrawn, and Leeds United youngster Charlie Crew has been recalled in the latest Wales squad update as Craig Bellamy prepares to take on Turkey and Montenegro in the Nations League. The Football Association of Wales have released their latest squad update ahead of September’s Nations League matches against Turkey and […]

Cai Parry  •  03 Sep 2024
A Look Back At The Fan Violence In The Infamous Lansdowne Riot During A Friendly Between Ireland and England In 1995

On February 15, 1995, a friendly football match between Ireland and England at Lansdowne Road descended into a riot, becoming one of the darkest days in Irish football. The fixture, already charged with political and sporting tensions, was marred by widespread fan violence that left a lasting stain on the game. Let’s rewind to 1995 […]

James Lloyd  •  03 Sep 2024
When Was The Last Time England Played Ireland In A Competitive Football Match?

England and Ireland are scheduled to meet in the Nations League on Saturday evening, in what will be the first competitive meeting between the pair in more than 30 years. The 2024/25 Nations League campaign gets underway this week, with England facing Ireland at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin in one of the standout fixtures […]

Cai Parry  •  03 Sep 2024
Rio Ferdinand Hits Back At ‘Highly Disrespectful’ Jamie Carragher Over Casemiro Comments

Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has hit back at Jamie Carragher over his “highly disrespectful” comments about Casemiro after the midfielder faced heavy criticism for his performance against Liverpool on Sunday. Rio Ferdinand has jumped to the defence of Manchester United midfielder Casemiro after the Brazilian came under fire for his errors in the Red […]

Cai Parry  •  03 Sep 2024
What Is The England FIFA Ranking 2024? As Three Lions Embark On Nations League Campaign

As the Three Lions start another Nations League, many will be asking what is the England FIFA ranking 2024 and did they move up any places after reaching the Euro 2024 Final? With that in mind, we look at the current FIFA rankings for the top 20 sides and where England and the other home […]

Andy Newton  •  03 Sep 2024
Cristiano Ronaldo Not Ready To Retire From International Football

Portugal icon Cristiano Ronaldo says he is not planning his international retirement any time soon. The former Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus star now plays in Saudi Arabia for Al-Nassr. Even at the grand old age of 39, he has once again been named in Portugal’s squad for their upcoming Nations League matches. Portugal […]

James Chittick  •  03 Sep 2024
Victor Osimhen’s Shock Move to Galatasaray Includes a Break Clause Allowing Him to Leave in January

Victor Osimhen transfer news has dominated headlines throughout the summer, but not many could have foreseen a surprise move to Turkey. Despite completing a move to Galatasaray this week, the Nigerian international has a rare clause in his contract. Victor Osimhen’s Transfer to Galatasaray Leaves Fans in Disbelief Nothing signals the enormity of a transfer […]

Charlie Rhodes  •  03 Sep 2024
Alejandro Garnacho Hits Back At Social Media ‘Fan’ In Now-Deleted Post After User Posts Sarcastic Highlights Video

Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho hit back at an online troll after the Red Devil’s defeat to Liverpool on September 1. Garnacho clashed with the ‘fan’ after the damaging loss in a post which has since been deleted. User @sulkfenomeno uploaded a ‘highlights’ video which appeared to directly mock the 20-year-old. The Argentine has been […]

Ben Horlock  •  03 Sep 2024