Ryan Giggs has dismissed claims that Gareth Bale has fallen out of love with football and insists the Real Madrid star’s enthusiasm for the game is as strong as ever.
Tag: UEFA European Championship Qualifying
Oxford’s Mark Sykes called up to Northern Ireland’s senior squad for first time
Oxford midfielder Mark Sykes has received his first call-up to Northern Ireland’s senior squad for the upcoming Euro 2020 qualifiers.
Daniel James could still miss Euro 2020 qualifiers despite Wales call-up
Daniel James could still miss Wales’ Euro 2020 qualifiers next month following the death of his father, despite being named in Ryan Giggs’ squad on Wednesday.
Aaron Ramsey and Ben Davies missing from Wales squad
Aaron Ramsey and Ben Davies have been left out of Wales’ squad for the Euro 2020 qualifiers against Croatia and Hungary.
‘It’s up to us to turn it round’ – Republic of Ireland midfielder Browne
Alan Browne has admitted the Republic of Ireland did not do themselves justice in the last 12 months of Martin O’Neill’s reign.
Injury takes the good feeling away from Travers
Mark Travers has been forced to withdraw from the Republic of Ireland squad for the Euro 2020 qualifiers against Denmark and Gibraltar after breaking his thumb in training.
Ireland’s Browne confident he can make his mark at international level
Alan Browne is confident there is more to come from him at international level as he attempts to belatedly kick-start his Republic of Ireland career.
Republic of Ireland skipper Coleman fires warning to Denmark
Seamus Coleman has warned Denmark that the Republic of Ireland owe them one as the familiar foes prepare to meet once again.
Republic of Ireland boss McCarthy guarding against cabin fever
Mick McCarthy will not allow cabin fever to disrupt his preparations for the Republic of Ireland’s Euro 2020 qualifiers against Denmark and Gibraltar.
Cazorla call-up is reward for a fine season, says stand-in Spain coach Moreno
Santi Cazorla’s recall to the Spain squad is reward for his fine season with Villarreal, according to stand-in coach Robert Moreno.
Santi Cazorla recalled to Spain squad for first time in four years
Villarreal’s Santi Cazorla has been recalled to Spain’s squad after four years ravaged by injury.
In-form Shane Long returns to Republic of Ireland fold
Shane Long is back in contention for the Republic of Ireland’s Euro 2020 qualifiers against Denmark and Gibraltar after ending the Premier League season with Southampton in fine form.
I’m available for selection, McLean tells incoming Scotland boss
Kenny McLean is “100 per cent” enthusiastic for Scotland’s European Championship qualifying double-header in June regardless of who will be national team boss.
Mick McCarthy hails ‘good day’ as Republic of Ireland clinch another win
Mick McCarthy was a happy man after seeing the Republic of Ireland complete a maximum haul of six points from their first two Euro 2020 qualifiers on his return as manager.
Alvaro Morata dedicates Spain win to coach Luis Enrique
Alvaro Morata dedicated Spain’s 2-0 Euro 2020 qualifying win over Malta to coach Luis Enrique, who missed the match at the National Stadium – Ta’Qali for personal reasons.
Italy boss Mancini focusing on crucial games
Roberto Mancini expects Italy’s Euro 2020 qualifiers against Bosnia and Greece in June to be “fundamental games for the group.
“Shame” of racial abuse was on Sterling’s mind
Raheem Sterling admits the possibility of being racially abused is something he considers every time he plays in certain parts of the world.
Alvaro Morata double helps much-changed Spain ease past Malta
Alvaro Morata scored twice as a much-changed Spain side saw off Malta 2-0 at the National Stadium – Ta’ Qali to maintain a perfect start to their Euro 2020 qualifying campaign.
Italy hammer Liechtenstein as Quagliarella makes goalscoring return
Italy posted a second successive win at the start of their Euro 2020 qualifying campaign by brushing aside Liechtenstein 6-0 in Parma.
Hourihane gives Republic another victory
Conor Hourihane’s first senior international goal handed the Republic of Ireland a deserved Euro 2020 qualifier victory over Georgia as Mick McCarthy was treated to the perfect homecoming.