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The international break is upon us as we gear up for the first set of fixtures at this level since the World Cup last winter. The primary focus will now be on UEFA Euro 2024, with the road to qualification beginning over the course of the next few days. Today, we ll take a look at what should be an incredibly competitive encounter as Spain and Norway begin their journey to try and reach Germany next year.
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It was another similar story for Spain at the 2022 World Cup. They showed great promise and had a few tremendous results, but they ultimately couldn t get themselves over the finish line. Oh, and as has been the case so often since their golden era came to an end, they were knocked out by a side th…
Rafael has signed a four-year contract at Manchester United which will keep the full-back at the club until the end of the 2015/16 season.
The 21-year-old arrived at Old Trafford along with his twin brother Fabio from Fluminense in 2008, and his performances for the first team have warranted a call-up to the Brazil squad.
Rafael expressed his delight at securing his future, telling the club s website: I am so happy to sign a new contract.
I love playing for Manchester United. There is a great team spirit here and a real desire to win.
My time here has been unbelievable winning two league titles, a league cup and a Club World Cup has made me hungry for more trophies.
I would like to thank Sir Alex for his belief in me and I would also like to t…
Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti prefers the day-to-day running of club management amid questions about whether he would take up an international role.
Ancelotti has guided Madrid to the summit of LaLiga, 12 points clear of a resurgent Barcelona, who do have a game in hand.
Madrid are also in contention to go all the way in the Champions League. Los Blancos are 3-1 up in their quarter-final against reigning European champions Chelsea heading into Tuesday s second leg.
While Ancelotti has Madrid on course for success this season, speculation swirls as to whether president Florentino Perez will stick with the 62-year-old for next season.
The failure of Italy to qualify for two straight World Cups has also brought Roberto Mancini s position into …