Articles for category: Ballon D'or, Euro 2024, Manchester City, real madrid, Rodrigo, Spain, UCL, Vinicius Junior

Ballon d’Or 2024 Highlights: Rodri bests Vinicius to win men’s best player award, Real Madrid named club of the year

2024 Ballon d’Or Highlights: Carlo Ancelotti was named as the coach of the year in the men’s division while Lamine Yamal was named as the young player of the year. Manchester City and Spain’s midfielder Rodri won the 2024 men’s Ballon d’Or during the 68th award ceremony on Monday night at the Theatre du Chatelet ...

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Summary of the UEFA European Championship 2024

The UEFA European Championship 2024, held from June 14 to July 14 in Germany, was an exciting and memorable tournament. Spain emerged as the champions, defeating England 2-1 in the final at Berlin’s Olympiastadion. This victory marked Spain’s fourth European title, making them the most successful team in the history of the tournament. Group Stage ...

A History of England vs. Spain: A Football Rivalry

The football rivalry between England and Spain is one steeped in history, showcasing a clash of styles and cultures on the international stage. Both nations boast storied football traditions, with England known for its physicality and tradition and Spain celebrated for its technical prowess and flair. This article delves into the history of their encounters, ...

The History of the UEFA European Championship Finals

The UEFA European Championship, commonly known as the Euros, is a premier international football competition contested by the national teams of Europe. Since its inception in 1960, the Euros have evolved significantly, growing in prestige and scale. The finals of this tournament have provided football fans with some of the most thrilling and historic moments ...

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The History of Football Matches Between France and Spain

The football matches between France and Spain have a rich history that dates back to the early 20th century. Here is an overview of some key moments and matches between the two national teams: Early Years World Championships Friendly Matches Recent Years Rivalry and Style Differences Matches between France and Spain are often exciting due ...

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Why is the goal of the Netherlands vs France dissalowed?

The Netherlands looked to have taken the lead in the second-half courtesy of a strike by Xavi Simons. But referee Anthony Taylor believed Denzel Dumfries was obstructing Mike Maignan and stopped him from saving the shot while stood in an offside position , leading to the goal being dissalowed.

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The career of the oldest EURO player Pepe

Pepe, full name Képler Laveran de Lima Ferreira, was born on February 26, 1983, in Maceió, Brazil. He began his career at the youth academy of Corinthians Alagoano. At 18, he moved to Portugal and broke into the first team at Marítimo. His impressive performances led him to FC Porto in 2004, where he won ...