Erling Haaland finds the World Cup quarter-final against England very special. He was born in England and plays for a Premier League club. Norway's surprising run to the quarter-finals has been quite remarkable. Haaland has scored seven goals in four matches during the tournament. He enjoys the American culture and the overall World Cup experience.
Former U.S. women’s national team member and Major League Soccer match analyst Kacey White discussed the United States’ run in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
France has urged football fans to act responsibly during the upcoming World Cup match. Security forces will be on alert for potential unrest after previous incidents. The government stated that no misconduct would be tolerated during the game. Authorities previously arrested over 280 people in Paris following a Champions League final. This appeal comes as the French team prepares to face Morocco on Thursday.
Norway head coach Stale Solbakken played down suggestions that his side's familiarity with Premier League football would provide an edge against England, saying the Three Lions' biggest stars actually play outside England's top flight.
Talented young Australian defender Lucas Herrington is reportedly attracting interest from Premier League giants Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester United.
Before Haaland became a goal-scoring juggernaut known for his Bundesliga and Premier League exploits for Borussia Dortmund and Manchester City, the Norway striker enjoyed a short stint as a rapper with his fellow national team under-17 teammates Erik Botheim and Erik Tobias Sandberg, creating a collective named 'Flow Kingz'. Back in 2016, when a teenage Haaland was representing a club named Bryne in Norway, the trio released a song title 'Kygo jo'. Now, with Norway making their FIFA World Cup entry after 28 years and Haaland having smashed seven goals in his side's run so far, the song has found its way on social media's viral charts and has 8.9 million views on YouTube.
The quarter-finals are here, and after another dramatic round, only eight teams remain in the hunt for World Cup glory. As always, if you’re taking part in Dan’s Just Arsenal Predictions League, please submit your predictions before kick-off in the France vs Morocco match.
Norway coach Stale Solbakken dismissed suggestions that having Premier League-based players gives his team an advantage against England in their World Cup quarter-final, cheekily pointing out that their opponents' star performers actually play elsewhere.
MIAMI, July 8 (Reuters) - Norway coach Stale Solbakken dismissed suggestions that having Premier League-based players gives his team an advantage against England in their World Cup quarter-final, cheekily pointing out that their opponents' star performers actually play elsewhere.
Alexia Putellas, a two-time Ballon d’Or winner, has joined the Women's Super League club London City Lionesses after a successful career at Barcelona. Her move aims to boost the club's ambitions for domestic and European success. Putellas was part of Spain's 2023 World Cup-winning team.
Goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau and Richie Laryea, two members of Canada's FIFA World Cup team, were on the 29-man all-star squad unveiled by Major League Soccer on Wednesday.
Far from the World Cup spotlight the Champions League has restarted. Shamrock Rovers defender Roberto ‘Pico’ Lopes was unable to play because of his memorable tournament run with Cape Verde.
GENEVA (AP) — Far from the World Cup spotlight, the Champions League has restarted with Shamrock Rovers defender Roberto ‘Pico’ Lopes unable to play because of…
Alvaro Arbeloa has been appointed as the new head coach of Fulham, marking his first managerial position outside of Spain. He replaces Marco Silva, who departed for Benfica. Arbeloa brings experience from his tenure at Real Madrid and a playing career that includes Champions League and World Cup titles.
Following the World Cup exit, manager Roberto Martinez announced his exit after taking over the team in 2023, emphasising the need to have a 'new voice, a new leader'. As per Reuters, it is being reported in Portugal's local media that Jorge Jesus, 71, who coached Cristiano at Al Nassr last season during the Saudi Pro League, is set to be the new manager.
Shamrock Rovers boss Stephen Bradley accepted his side have missed their captain Roberto Lopes during his World Cup adventure - but believes they should still have plenty of ammunition available to prevent results like the 2-0 loss to Floriana in Tuesday's Champions League qualifier in Malta.
Manchester United are reportedly ready to go head-to-head with big-spending Tottenham Hotspur once again in the race to sign a top PSG talent, while a Premier League midfielder is pushing to complete a summer switch to Old Trafford.
July 7 - Norway coach Stale Solbakken has said Erling Haaland is one of a kind as his side gears up for a World Cup quarter-final showdown with England on Saturday that will see the giant striker go up against defenders he meets regularly in the Premier League. Read more at straitstimes.com.