Nations League

Kane's goal-laden England decade

Ten years ago today, Harry Kane made his England debut. We've chartered his rise from debutant scorer, to the nation's favourite son.

Spain star Yamal still maturing after rollercoaster night

Lamine Yamal scored a brilliant goal but also missed a penalty on another night of growth for Barcelona's teenage star as Spain reached the Nations League semi-finals.

German rookie ball boy steals the spotlight in upset over Italy

The moment came in the 36th minute of the second leg in Dortmund. With Germany already ahead, captain Joshua Kimmich was poised to take a corner. Italy’s defence, mid-conversation, and goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, steps away from his line arguing with the referee, were anything but ready. But Urbaniak was.

Nations League / Spain, France win shootouts to set up semifinal showdown

Reigning European champions Spain overcame the Netherlands in dramatic fashion, winning 5-4 on penalties after a breathtaking 3-3 draw in Valencia. Following a 2-2 stalemate in the first leg, the tie remained delicately poised.

Nations League / Portugal, Germany seal dramatic wins for semifinal showdown

Cristiano Ronaldo missed a penalty but later scored a crucial goal, before Francisco Trincao's late double set Roberto Martinez's men on course for the semis.

Spain’s new generation earns coach’s praise

Speaking on Saturday ahead of Sunday’s showdown at Valencia’s Mestalla stadium, De la Fuente hailed the depth of Spain’s footballing pipeline, calling it “inexhaustible.”

Portugal in a tense moment, says Ronaldo ahead of Denmark clash

The Al-Nassr striker was highly critical of himself and his team's performance in the first leg in Copenhagen, where Portugal lost to a Rasmus Hojlund goal, but he is confident the home crowd can play a key role in turning the tie around.

Nations League / Spain grab late leveller against Dutch, Croatia down France

Germany are in prime position to host the final stage of the tournament after coming from behind to beat Italy 2-1 in Milan while Rasmus Hojlund fired Denmark into a slender first-leg lead against Portugal.

Goretzka goal earns Germany 2-1 win in Italy

The second leg is in Dortmund on Sunday.

October 6, 2024
October 6, 2024

Havertz out of Germany squad with knee problem

"National team coach Julian Nagelsmann has nominated Jonathan Burkardt in Havertz's place. Get well soon Kai," Germany announced on X on Sunday.

October 3, 2024
October 3, 2024

Mbappe left out of France squad for Nations League games

France captain Kylian Mbappe has been left out of his team's UEFA Nations League matches this month after coach Didier Deschamps on Thursday named his squad.

September 11, 2024
September 11, 2024

Germany fight back for draw with Netherlands after early goal

The group rivals finish the international break level on points, with Germany ahead on goal difference.

September 10, 2024
September 10, 2024

De Bruyne Belgium future in doubt after 'unacceptable' France defeat

Belgium captain Kevin De Bruyne's future with the national side has been thrown into doubt after he slammed his teammates as "not good enough" after a 2-0 Nations League defeat to France.

September 10, 2024
September 10, 2024

France and Italy win, Haaland on target for Norway

The Italians built on an impressive win away in France at the weekend as they beat Israel 2-1 in a game played on neutral territory in Budapest due to the security situation in the Middle East.

September 9, 2024
September 9, 2024

Kane set to become 10th player to win 100 caps for England

The 31-year-old Bayern Munich striker, who has scored 66 goals in 99 appearances for England since his debut in 2015, is the first player to become an England men's centurion since striker Wayne Rooney in November 2014.

September 9, 2024
September 9, 2024

Ruiz double helps 10-man Spain thump Switzerland 4-1

"This team managed to win a historic match," Spain manager Luis de la Fuente said afterwards.

September 9, 2024
September 9, 2024

Ronaldo strikes late to seal Portugal win over Scotland

Ronaldo had reached 900 career goals with his 131st international strike in Thursday's victory over Croatia.

September 8, 2024
September 8, 2024

Dutch coach Koeman pleased with five-goal performance

The Dutch were 2-1 up at the break but allowed Bosnia back into the match at 3-2 with some 15 minutes remaining, only to go on and score two late goals for a convincing winning margin.

September 8, 2024
September 8, 2024

Musiala spurs Germany to complete 5-0 demolition of Hungary

New-look Germany, who have set their sights on the 2026 World Cup after their quarter-final run at the Euro on home soil in July, no longer have any 2014 World Cup winners in the squad following the international retirements of Thomas Mueller, Toni Kroos and Manuel Neuer.