Qualification for Euro 2020 is heading towards its conclusion, with places in next summer’s tournament still up for grabs.
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FIFA president Infantino calls for life bans for fans guilty of racist abuse
FIFA president Gianni Infantino wants to see worldwide life bans imposed on fans found guilty of racist abuse.
David De Gea aggravated injury during draw in Sweden – Spain boss Moreno
David De Gea received treatment for an injury at half-time during Spain’s 1-1 draw in Sweden before aggravating the problem and withdrawing in the second half, according to Spain boss Robert Moreno.
Italy boss Mancini sets sights on European Championship glory
Roberto Mancini will not consider himself among the greatest Italy managers of all time until he has delivered a couple of World Cups – but winning the European Championship would certainly be a start.
De Gea limps off injured as Spain book Euros spot with last-gasp equaliser
David De Gea suffered an injury that could rule him out of Manchester United’s Premier League clash with Liverpool on Sunday as Spain struck a last-gasp equaliser in Sweden to seal qualification for Euro 2020.
Republic face uphill battle after Switzerland sink them in Euro qualifier
A Haris Seferovic strike and Shane Duffy’s own goal left the Republic of Ireland needing to beat Denmark to secure automatic qualification for the Euro 2020 finals as Switzerland got right back into the race.
Belotti brace helps secure Euro 2020 qualification for Italy
Andrea Belotti scored twice as Italy celebrated their qualification for Euro 2020 with a 5-0 victory over Liechtenstein in Vaduz.
Injury concern for Manchester United as De Gea limps off in Spain qualifier
David De Gea could be a doubt for Manchester United’s Premier League clash with Liverpool at the weekend after suffering an injury while in action for Spain.
FIFA president Infantino calls for new effective ways to eradicate racism
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has called for “new, stronger and more effective ways to eradicate racism in football” in the wake of the abuse suffered by England players during their Euro 2020 qualifier in Bulgaria.
Give me 0-0 with 20 minutes to go, says Mick McCarthy ahead of Switzerland game
Mick McCarthy has admitted he will be thrilled if the Republic of Ireland are locked at 0-0 with Switzerland with 20 minutes remaining of their Euro 2020 qualifier.
Giroud’s lack of game time at Chelsea worries Deschamps
France coach Didier Deschamps praised Olivier Giroud for delivering under pressure but admits a lack of game time with Chelsea is damaging his international chances.
UEFA must show zero tolerance to racist abuse – FA chairman Greg Clarke
UEFA must show “zero tolerance” to the racist abuse which marred England’s Euro 2020 qualifier against Bulgaria in Sofia, Football Association chairman Greg Clarke has said.
Ben Davies backs ‘proper team’ Wales to reach Euro 2020
Ben Davies believes Wales can book a spot at Euro 2020 next summer because they are a “proper team” again.
Gareth Southgate laments ‘unacceptable’ racist abuse of England players
Gareth Southgate credited England’s players after they came through an “unacceptable situation” in Bulgaria having “raised the awareness of everyone” to racism.
Kaan Ayhan earns Turkey a point against wasteful France
Turkey’s Kaan Ayhan punished France for wasting chances with a late equaliser in a 1-1 draw in the Stade de France which keeps Group H open.
England hammer Bulgaria in Euro 2020 qualifier marred by racist abuse
Gareth Southgate’s men stood firm in the face of sickening racism as England thrashed Bulgaria on a night of shame in Sofia.
Talking points ahead of Republic of Ireland’s Euro 2020 qualifier in Switzerland
The Republic of Ireland will run out at the Stade de Geneve on Tuesday evening knowing victory over Switzerland will secure a place at the Euro 2020 finals.
Republic of Ireland boss Mick McCarthy claims the pressure is all on Switzerland
Mick McCarthy has admitted the Republic of Ireland’s Euro 2020 qualifier in Geneva is do-or-die – but only for Switzerland.
Roberto Moreno urges Spain to win final three Euro 2020 qualifiers
Spain coach Roberto Moreno has set his side the target of winning their final three Euro 2020 qualifiers despite needing only a point in Sweden to book their place for next summer.
Robertson hopes Scotland can build on encouraging San Marino performance
Captain Andy Robertson hopes Scotland’s comfortable 6-0 victory over minnows San Marino can be a springboard as they look to build momentum ahead of the Nations League play-offs.