UEFA has charged England after a laser pointer was directed at Denmark keeper Kasper Schmeichel during Wednesday’s Euro 2020 semi-final at Wembley.
Balotelli joins Adana Demirspor….
England reach first final in 55 years….
England’s 55-year wait to reach a major men’s final is over at last after victory against Denmark at Euro 2020, on a night of nerve-shredding tension then unconfined joy at Wembley.
Italy reach Euro 2020 final….
Italy beat Spain 4-2 on penalties to reach the Euro 2020 final after an enthralling semi-final at a noisy Wembley.
Argentina reach Copa America final….
Emiliano Martinez was the hero for Argentina as he saved three times in a shootout to take his team into a Copa America final with Brazil after Tuesday’s semi-final against Colombia finished 1-1 after 90 minutes.
Achraf Hakimi joins PSG….
Paris Saint-Germain have confirmed the signing of full-back Achraf Hakimi from Inter on a five-year deal.
City of Montreal withdraws from hosting 2026 World Cup….
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Mbappe decides against renewing PSG contract….
According to reports in France (first L’Équipe, and then Radio Monte Carlo), Kylian Mbappé has already informed PSG that he will not renew his contract with the club, which expires in June 2022.
Brazil reach Copa America final….
Lucas Paqueta sent defending champions Brazil into the Copa America final with a first-half winner against Peru at the Nilton Santos Stadium.
Goalkeeper Pickford makes Euro history….
Jordan Pickford has become the first goalkeeper to keep five clean sheets across the first five games of a European Championships, after England’s 4-0 demolition of Ukraine on Saturday night.
UEFA clarify why Ronaldo still leads Golden Boot race….
Even though his team were knocked out of Euro 2020 by Denmark, Czech Republic striker Patrik Schick managed to get on the scoresheet during the game to take his personal tally to five – level with Cristiano Ronaldo.
PSG agree personal terms with Sergio Ramos….
Paris Saint-Germain have reportedly agreed personal terms with former Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos and expect to finalize a deal to bring the 35-year-old Spain defender to the Parc des Princes in the coming days.
Everton set to appoint Rafa Benitez….
Rafael Benitez has arrived at Everton’s Finch Farm training ground ahead of his unveiling as the club’s new manager.
Daei congratulates Ronaldo after equalling goal record….
Ali Daei has congratulated Cristiano Ronaldo after the Portugal captain equalled the Iranian’s record for international goals scored in men’s football.
Olivier Giroud becomes the first France player to reach 100 caps under one coach….
Olivier Giroud has made history by gaining his 100th cap for France while playing under coach Didier Deschamps.
Memphis Depay joins Barcelona….
Barcelona confirmed the signing of Memphis Depay on Saturday with the Netherlands forward set to be reunited with Ronald Koeman at Camp Nou after agreeing a two-year deal at the Liga giants on a free transfer.
Gattuso leaves Fiorentina just after 23 days….
Gennaro Gattuso has left as head coach of Fiorentina just 23 days after being appointed. The Serie A club confirmed on Thursday that the former Napoli boss had stepped down by mutual consent.
Eriksen to have heart-starting device fitted….
Denmark’s Christian Eriksen will be fitted with a heart-starting device following his collapse on the pitch during Euro 2020.
Cristiano Ronaldo becomes Euro’s record goalscorer….
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has become the all-time highest goalscorer in European Championship history after netting twice in the defending champions’ Euro 2020 win over Hungary.
Novak Djokovic wins French Open 2021….
Novak Djokovic won his 19th Grand Slam title after fighting back from two sets down to beat Greece’s Stefanos Tsitsipas in the French Open final.
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