Tag: Euro 2016

September 23, 2017

England new boy Nathaniel Chalobah elated with call-up

Watford midfielder Nathaniel Chalobah admits that he holds no grudges with former club Chelsea, where his playing time was marginalised. The 22-year-old midfielder has been impressive since his debut for the Hornets earlier this month, and his performances have earned him a maiden call-up to the England national side. Speaking at a press conference, the enforcer refused to get carried away with his first England […]

July 27, 2017

Redmond apologetic following England’s Under-21s Euro exit

Southampton forward Nathan Redmond has issued a heartfelt apology to the England faithful following the Young Lions’ penalty shoot-out loss to Germany at the semi-final stage of the European Under-21 Championships. The 23-year-old missed the crucial penalty kick of the game which saw England crash out via a 4-3 defeat. Redmond and co. had battled through most of the game as they held onto a […]

July 3, 2017

UNITED MUST RESIST OLD COOKIE RONALDO

 “Get him on a plane and bring him back,” the United faithful sang the last time Cristiano Ronaldo revealed he wasn’t happy at Real Madrid, citing that the club chiefs knew “why.” It says so much for the fondness the Portuguese still has in the memories of United fans who Ronaldo has repeatedly said were the only group of football fans that genuinely love him. […]

June 2, 2017

STURRIDGE TO REMAIN AT ANFIELD NEXT SEASON?

Embattled and injury-ravaged striker Daniel Sturridge is believed to be on his way out of Anfield this summer. The season has been an underwhelming one for the England striker. The team seems to have adjusted to his absence and it would be difficult to become an essential part now. Sturridge is constantly derided in the media as a player with extreme fragility. It must have […]

May 4, 2017

Southgate Wrong to Question Wilfried Zaha’s Commitment to the National Team

Crystal Palace winger Wilfried Zaha has questioned Gareth Southgate’s methods after the England manager publicly criticised the winger’s commitment for the national team. The former Manchester United player recently chose the opportunity to play for Ivory Coast, despite having represented England at various levels, in what is seen as a move to get regular international football. As one of the best players with the Ivory […]

March 28, 2017

Gareth Southgate Concerned about Lack of Preparation Ahead of Germany Friendly

England manager Gareth Southgate is concerned that he will get only one full training session from his players ahead of the friendly with Germany. After an extended absence of international games, Southgate is preparing to take charge of his first game as the permanent England manager when the national team take on archrivals Germany in a friendly game. It will be a tough test for […]

March 5, 2017

Southgate Wants England to Do Much Better in Order to Improve World Rankings

England manager Gareth Southgate believes that the national team should do a lot more in order to bridge the gap between the England national team and the world’s best. Southgate recently took charge of the national team on a permanent basis after impressing on an interim basis following the departure of Sam Allardyce. The former Bolton manager step down from his role after just one […]

February 7, 2017

ROONEY ASKS FOR BETTER RELATIONS WITH FOOTBALL WRITERS

Three Lions skipper Wayne Rooney has asked for better relations with the Football Writers Association when he was honoured in a special event after he broke Sir Bobby Charlton’s record at Manchester United. Rooney said that the English national team would have a higher chance at succeeding in their endeavours if the rife between the players and the media dissipates. When players and the team […]

January 22, 2017

Gareth Southgate Appointed As New England Manager

Gareth Southgate has been confirmed as the new England boss and he will be appointed on a permanent basis. The former Middlesbrough manager was recently involved with the national team on an interim basis after Sam Allardyce had to step down following just one match in charge of the national team. Allardyce was involved in a scandal as he reportedly used his position to gain […]

October 26, 2016

Gareth Southgate Wants Exciting Play From the England Team

As caretaker manager Gareth Southgate¬¬¬ prepares to take charge of his first match with the national team, he says that the players should try to excite fans when they step onto the pitch to face Malta. After the resignation of Sam Allardyce following just one game, Southgate has been placed in charge of the team at least until the end of 2016. It will mean […]