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Davies: Time is not on our side

Ben Davies has warned that Ryan Giggs’ youngsters must grow up fast on the international stage or Wales’ Euro 2020 qualification ambitions will perish.

Chris Mepham knows importance of Wales’ clash with Hungary after Croatia loss

Chris Mepham admits Wales can not afford to falter against Hungary after their Euro 2020 qualifying setback in Croatia.

Giggs views Croatia defeat as missed opportunity for Wales

Ryan Giggs described Wales’ Euro 2020 qualifying defeat to Croatia as “one that got away” after his side failed to take late chances in Osijek.

Wales feeling the heat as they lose out to Croatia

Wales suffered a Euro 2020 setback as Croatia beat them 2-1 on a scorching afternoon in Osijek.

Modric backs Bale to banish Real worries and shine for Wales

Croatia captain Luka Modric says Gareth Bale’s problems at Real Madrid will not affect him while on Euro 2020 duty for Wales.

England’s run of semi-final misery

England’s hopes of a first trophy in 53 years are over after losing to Holland in the semi-finals of the Nations League.

Wales to discover location of Croatia qualifier ‘by end of the week’

Wales are expected to finally discover the venue of their Euro 2020 qualifier in Croatia by the end of the week.

Southgate proud to end memorable year on a high

Gareth Southgate was immensely proud after England rounded off a year to remember by sealing progress to the inaugural Nations League Finals with a stirring comeback against World Cup semi-final foes Croatia.

Kane hails ‘special’ England win as captain eyes chance to end trophy wait

Harry Kane believes England’s late win over Croatia which sealed progression to the Nations League Finals shows how far the team have progressed since the World Cup.

Gareth Southgate: England have learned a lot since World Cup

Gareth Southgate believes his England side have learned a lot since the World Cup as they prepare to face semi-final opponents Croatia in Sunday’s crunch Nations League clash.

Past meetings between England and Croatia ahead of their Wembley showdown

England host Croatia at Wembley on Sunday in their last Nations League group game looking to secure qualification for the finals of the UEFA tournament.

Luis Enrique: Spain deserved better

Spain boss Luis Enrique was left to rue an “undeserved” 3-2 defeat to Croatia in Zagreb as the hosts set up a Nations League decider with England.

Jedvaj nets last-gasp winner as Croatia beat Spain to set up England showdown

Tin Jedvaj’s stoppage-time strike earned Croatia a thrilling 3-2 victory over Spain in Zagreb to set up a winner takes all Nations League clash with England.

I’m not in need of a rest, claims Kane despite England goal drought

Harry Kane admits it has been difficult to play so much football since the summer – but the England captain insists his game has not suffered as a result.

Southgate satisfied by England showing in silent surroundings

Gareth Southgate was frustrated by the result but not his side’s performance as England ignored the eerie backdrop to draw with Croatia in the Nations League.

England held to draw on quiet evening in Croatia

England should have secured their first Nations League victory after Gareth Southgate’s men dealt with the quirks of playing behind closed doors and had the best chances against Croatia.

Four at the back and a Sancho debut – how England rated in Croatia

England player ratings JORDAN PICKFORD (out of 10): Fairly routine evening for the England goalkeeper who was heard throughout the game in the eerily stadium.