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Nigeria & Venezia star Adams backs Super Eagles to recover from Guinea-Bissau setback
Shina Oludare · 2 hours ago
Akor Adams says Nigeria have already started correcting the mistakes that led to their disappointing 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau.
'I’ll even play five-a-side': Iheanacho shrugs off critics after year-long Nigeria hiatus
Shina Oludare · 2 hours ago
Kelechi Iheanacho has shrugged off criticism surrounding his return to the Nigeria national team following an absence of more than a year.
EXCLUSIVE: Benfica's youth team manager on creating stars, from Goncalo Ramos to Ruben Dias
Rodrigo Coimbra · 2 hours ago
Nelson Verissimo has a privileged vantage point from which to watch talent emerge, develop and try to reach Benfica's highest level. First as an assistant coach and later as head coach of the B team, he has worked with several generations, helped prepare players for the elite and evolved as a coach himself. He discussed all of these experiences in an exclusive interview with Flashscore.
Depleted Sweden relying on 'ugly' Gyokeres for final match of extended window
Anthony Tomas · 2 hours ago
Two wins and one draw from their first three matches on their return to League B has been nothing short of remarkable for Graham Potter's Sweden, who sit in first place in Group B4.
England's Kane 'built differently' with desire for records, says Tuchel
AFP · 3 hours ago
Thomas Tuchel said England captain Harry Kane is driven by a burning desire for milestone moments as the striker prepares to equal his country's appearance record against the Czech Republic.
Netherlands coach Xavi demands improvement 'in all sorts of areas' despite unbeaten start
Reuters · 5 hours ago
Netherlands coach Xavi Hernandez said he was satisfied with his first four matches in charge and that he is working to turn the squad into a family that fights for each other, but saw lots of room for improvement in footballing terms.
Senegal coach Patrick Vieira assesses overall performance after Comoros win
Dennis Mabuka · 7 hours ago
Senegal coach Patrick Vieira has discussed the performance of the national team after they defeated Comoros 1-0 in a FIFA international friendly at the Stade Velodrome on Sunday.
Spurs' Van Hecke and Van de Ven avoid serious injuries, in play for Man Utd clash
Paul Winters · 7 hours ago
Dutch Spurs defenders Jan Paul van Hecke and Micky van de Ven reportedly avoided serious injury during the Netherlands' UEFA Nations League campaign and are still in the running for Saturday's clash with Manchester United.
'Thoroughly spent': Norway boss wary of Haaland fitness after heavy workload
Reuters · 7 hours ago
Norway striker Erling Haaland is showing signs of physical fatigue following a relentless run of matches for club and country, raising concerns over his punishing workload.
Kenya coach Benni McCarthy wary of Rwanda test ahead of friendly
Dennis Mabuka · 7 hours ago
Kenya national team coach Benni McCarthy has sounded a warning to his players ahead of their international friendly against Rwanda at Amahoro Stadium in Kigali on Monday.
'Never dared to dream': Virgil van Dijk grateful to reach 100 Netherlands caps
Paul Winters · 8 hours ago
Netherlands captain Virgil van Dijk said he felt "very grateful" after becoming the latest Netherlands player to play 100 games.
The Verdict: Hackett slams ‘outrageous’ challenge as Northern Ireland thrash Ukraine
Danny Clark · 8 hours ago
Former Premier League official, head of PGMOL and refereeing authority Keith Hackett will be Flashscore's resident expert throughout the 2026/27 season and will offer his observations and views on the performances of officials, their decision-making and any other talking points after each weekend. In this column, Hackett takes a look at the UEFA Nations League encounter between Ukraine and Northern Ireland.
Klopp sees progress despite Germany's tricky start of Nations League campaign
Reuters · 8 hours ago
When Germany coach Jurgen Klopp walked off the pitch in Thessaloniki just before midnight on Sunday , he knew that one win in his first four international matches in charge was hardly living up to the euphoria of his appointment, but he noted that progress had been made since their disappointing World Cup exit.
Scott pulls out of England squad with injury and could miss two months
Zack Oaten · 10 hours ago
Bournemouth's Alex Scott has been ruled out of the England squad due to a quadriceps issue.
EXCLUSIVE: Van Persie - 'Football can be art, but hard work & discipline make the difference'
Raffaele R. Rive · 11 hours ago
The former Arsenal and Manchester United striker on his evolution from player to coach, his relationship with beauty, injuries and his new passion for cycling and sustainable mobility.
'Everyone knew about it': Canada boss Marsch calls for severe Man City punishment
Reuters · 12 hours ago
Canada coach Jesse Marsch has called for Manchester City to be punished severely over breaches of Premier League financial rules, saying his experience managing against the club left him convinced there were inconsistencies in the way it operated.
England boss Tuchel believes Scott can challenge Rice for starting midfield spot
Reuters · 12 hours ago
England manager Thomas Tuchel said Declan Rice faces competition for his midfield spot after Alex Scott delivered an impressive performance on his first international start in Saturday's 7-0 thrashing of Croatia.
Flashscore sources: Chelsea's defensive plans could put Fofana's role under scrutiny
Dean Jones · 13 hours ago
Wesley Fofana’s Chelsea role is expected to come under greater scrutiny in the months leading up to the January transfer window.
Rasmus Hojlund accuses Portuguese coach of bad sportsmanship after controversial push
Svend Bertil Fra · 13 hours ago
Danish international striker Rasmus Hojlund on Sunday evening accused the Portuguese coach, Jorge Jesus, of bad sportsmanship after the two pushed each other following the end of Denmark's match against Portugal in the Parken stadium on Thursday last week.
On the up: Bafana keep climbing World Rankings as Mosimane boosts his numbers
Nick Said · 14 hours ago
South Africa’s 1-0 friendly win over Egypt on Sunday has seen them climb another two places in the FIFA World Rankings to number 48, their highest position since June 2011 when Mosimane was last in charge.
