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Atletico Madrid Fail To Take Advantage, Held To Frustrating Draw By Celta Vigo

admin — Sun, 16 Feb 2025 04:04:01 +0000

Atletico Madrid blew the chance to claim the lead in La Liga with a 1-1 home draw against Celta Vigo on Saturday, but played most of the game with 10 men after Pablo Barrios’ seventh-minute red card. After champions and leaders Real Madrid drew 1-1 at Osasuna earlier on, Diego Simeone’s side were aiming to capitalise at their Metropolitano stadium. However Barrios’ early sending-off set Atletico back and Iago Aspas fired Celta ahead in the second half from the penalty spot. Atletico target man Alexander Sorloth rescued a point for the Rojiblancos with a fine strike in the 81st minute, keeping them a point behind Los Blancos.

“When we were left with 10 men it’s very difficult… the team tried everything,” Atletico midfielder Koke told DAZN.

“We defended well, we suffered when we had to. Obviously we’re still in the fight for the title.

“We have to continue and keep working, there’s still a long way to go.”

Barrios, who was also sent off in the first half of a Champions League clash against Bayer Leverkusen in January, flew into a reckless high tackle on Pablo Duran.

The Spaniard was dismissed in the seventh minute after a VAR review.

Atletico dug deep and kept Celta at bay in a first half with few chances of note.

The Galician side, with an extra player, had control of the ball but Atletico were happy to stop them from creating danger, with Antoine Griezmann chipping in with plenty of defensive work.

Celta goalkeeper Vicente Guaita made a simple save to deny Marcos Llorente, who could not get much power on a shot from the edge of the box.

The visitors took the lead when Robin Le Normand trod on Borja Iglesias’s foot and pointed to the penalty spot.

Veteran striker Aspas, 37, sent Atletico goalkeeper Jan Oblak the wrong way to put Celta ahead with his seventh league goal of the campaign.

Simeone turned to his bench for extra spark, bringing on Sorloth, Angel Correa and Conor Gallagher.

Atletico have relied on Sorloth largely as a super-sub this season and the Norwegian striker pulled off his favourite trick once more.

Sorloth overpowered defender Carl Starfelt and walloped home inside the near post to pull Atletico level.

Celta threatened in stoppage time but Atletico held on to claim a valuable point, even if they had hoped for three after Real Madrid’s draw.

“I’m very happy to get playing again (after injury)… we got a point at a very difficult place to go,” said Aspas, who last played in December.

“It’s true we had (many) minutes with an extra man, but we know how strong Atletico are. We’re a bit frustrated because we were close to winning.”

On Monday Barcelona, third, host Rayo Vallecano and can move level on points with Los Blancos if they win.

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Barcelona, Real Madrid On Guard Against LaLiga Slip-Ups After European Joy

admin — Fri, 13 Dec 2024 18:10:15 +0000

Barcelona and Real Madrid are looking over their shoulders in La Liga at in-form Atletico Madrid, wary of a letdown after taxing wins away from home in the Champions League this week. A 3-2 victory at Borussia Dortmund ensured Barcelona will advance to the knockout phase of Europe’s top club competition, while Madrid won by the same scoreline away to a previously unbeaten Atalanta. That win kept the holders in contention for automatic qualification to the last 16, but Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti admitted the match drained a lot of energy from his injury-hit squad.

“It was a tough match because Atalanta demanded a lot from us physically,” said Ancelotti, whose side trail leaders Barcelona by two points but have a game in hand.

Vinicius Junior scored on his return from a hamstring injury in Italy on a night Kylian Mbappe netted his 50th Champions League goal before going off injured.

“We have to hang in there until Christmas,” added Ancelotti, who also welcomed back Rodrygo and is expecting to have Eduardo Camavinga fit again soon.

“The calendar is very demanding, we have a reduced squad and that doesn’t allow us to rotate players as much. We have to hang in there for the time being.”

Madrid make the short trip to Rayo Vallecano on Saturday knowing they can snatch top spot from Barcelona, for 24 hours at least, before next week’s Intercontinental Cup final in Qatar.

But they could be without Mbappe due to the hamstring problem he suffered on Tuesday.

“Mbappe has some discomfort in his hamstrings. It doesn’t seem serious but we’ll see,” Ancelotti said after the Atalanta game.

“He couldn’t sprint, it hurt him a bit and we thought it best to replace him.”

Barcelona host a struggling Leganes on Sunday attempting to arrest their domestic dip in form, with a run of one win in five games opening the door to their title rivals.

Atletico are three points adrift of Barcelona having also played a game less, and have won five in a row in La Liga going into Sunday’s home derby with Getafe.

Not far behind are Athletic Bilbao, whose 2-0 win at Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce on Wednesday pushed them closer to the Europa League last 16.

Athletic, unbeaten in 12 games in all competitions, are going for a fifth straight league win away to Alaves this weekend, while Villarreal and Real Betis meet in a clash of teams whose results have tailed off recently.

Player to watch: Julian Alvarez

The Argentine is Atletico’s top scorer with 12 goals overall since his August arrival from Manchester City.

The 24-year-old left England seeking a new challenge after largely playing second fiddle to Erling Haaland despite his critical role in his country’s 2022 World Cup triumph.

Alvaraz set Atletico on their way to a 3-1 win over Slovan Bratislava midweek with a terrific curling effort before Antoine Griezmann‘s double sealed the points.

“He’s a great player,” said Griezmann, who himself is in a rich vein of form with seven goals in his last five outings. “It’s a joy and a source of pride to have him with us and to be able to help him.”

Key stats

5 – after failing to score until November 9, Jude Bellingham has now found the net in each of Madrid’s last five league games

8 – months since Valencia’s last away league win, a 1-0 victory at Osasuna in April

10 – consecutive wins for Atletico in La Liga, the Champions League and Copa del Rey

Fixtures (all times GMT)

Friday

Valladolid v Valencia (2000)

Saturday

Espanyol v Osasuna (1300), Mallorca v Girona (1515), Sevilla v Celta Vigo (1730), Rayo Vallecano v Real Madrid (2000)

Sunday

Atletico Madrid v Getafe (1300), Alaves v Athletic Bilbao (1515), Villarreal v Real Betis, Real Sociedad v Las Palmas (both 1730), Barcelona v Leganes (2000)

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Atletico Madrid Make Comeback To Beat Deportivo Alaves As Diego Simeone Hits Milestone

admin — Sat, 23 Nov 2024 17:52:51 +0000

Atletico coach Diego Simeone was able to celebrate his 700th match in charge of the club with a 2-1 La Liga comeback win over Alaves on Saturday. Antoine Griezmann and Alexander Sorloth’s goals helped Atletico come from behind to triumph after Jon Guridi sent Alaves ahead with an early penalty. The win took Atletico provisionally second, two points ahead of champions Real Madrid, who visit Leganes on Sunday, and four behind leaders Barcelona who play at Celta Vigo later Saturday.

Atletico’s Argentine coach Simeone appointed in December 2011, reached a milestone 700th game across all competitions in charge of the club which he has led to La Liga titles in 2014 and 2021.

“Number 700 is a huge number, congratulations to him, the win is for him, the team, all the fans,” said Giuliano Simeone, his son, who helped Atletico step up a gear in the second half.

Alaves took an early lead when Javi Galan committed a foolish handball to block Carlos Vicente’s cross. Guridi sent Jan Oblak the wrong way from the spot to fire the visitors ahead.

Atletico failed to create many chances of note in the first half but improved after the break when he brought his son Giuliano Simeone on and the hosts began turning the screw.

The Rojiblancos pulled level after Abdel Abqar handled Sorloth’s header and Griezmann drilled home the resulting penalty.

Norwegian target man Sorloth sent them ahead in the 86th minute with a powerful finish at the near post after Rodrigo de Paul slipped him in.

Earlier Valencia scored an entertaining 4-2 La Liga win over Real Betis in their first match after devastating floods hit the region.

The win took the east-coast club provisionally 18th after their previous two games had been postponed following the disaster at the end of October which killed 227 people.

Los Che coach Ruben Baraja said he hoped to turn the emotional nature of the match into positive energy for the team to try to bring the fans joy.

Emotions ran high before the game as a minute of silence was held as players stood before a huge Valencia region flag and tribute banner in the stands.

Defender Cesar Tarrega, who was in tears ahead of the match during the memorial to the flood victims, sent the hosts ahead after a scramble in the box following a short corner routine.

Hugo Duro’s own goal soon pulled Betis level but the forward made amends in the second half with two fine finishes to put Valencia two goals ahead.

Diego Lopez smashed in a superb fourth for Los Che and although Chimy Avila pulled one back for the visitors, Valencia were able to hold on to a morale-boosting victory.

“The emotions, the atmosphere, the respect the Mestalla showed, it gave you goosebumps seeing how we paid homage to the victims,” said Valencia coach Baraja.

“The victory is dedicated to all of the victims and all of those affected. We are with them.”

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World Cup-Winner Antoine Griezmann Retires From France International Football Duty

admin — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 10:24:59 +0000

France’s 2018 World Cup-winning star Antoine Griezmann on Monday announced his retirement from international football, bringing to an end a 10-year career with his country. “It is with a heart full of memories that I am closing this chapter of my life,” France vice-captain Griezmann, 33, wrote on X. The Atletico Madrid forward made his France debut in March 2014 and has gone on to win 137 caps, a figure beaten only by his former teammate Hugo Lloris (145) and 1998 World Cup winner Lilian Thuram (142).

Cest avec le cur plein de souvenirs que je clos ce chapitre de ma vie. Merci pour cette magnifique aventure tricolore et bientt. pic.twitter.com/qpw8dvdtFt

— Antoine Griezmann (@AntoGriezmann) September 30, 2024

Griezmann is also fourth in France’s list of all-time leading goal-scorers with 44, behind only record marksman Olivier Giroud, Thierry Henry and current captain Kylian Mbappe.

He scored in France’s 4-2 win over Croatia in the final of the 2018 World Cup in Moscow, having previously helped his country reach the final of Euro 2016, a tournament he ended as top scorer with six goals.

Griezmann was also outstanding for Les Bleus on their run to the 2022 World Cup final, which they lost on penalties to Argentina in Qatar.

His last major tournament will be remembered less fondly, as neither he nor his team found their best form at Euro 2024 despite making it to the semi-finals.

Griezmann’s last appearance for France came in a UEFA Nations League win at home to Belgium earlier this month.

The striker’s decision to quit is further confirmation that an era has come to an end for the French side.

Lloris and centre-back Raphael Varane both retired from international duty in the wake of the 2022 World Cup, with the latter quitting football entirely last week at the age of just 31.

Giroud stopped playing for his country in the wake of this year’s Euros in Germany.

Coach Didier Deschamps will name his next France squad this Thursday ahead of Nations League matches against Israel in Budapest on October 10 and Belgium in Brussels four days later.

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Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid LIVE Updates, La Liga: Match Stopped As Players Leave Pitch. The Reason Is… | ATM 0:1 RMA

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Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid LIVE Updates, La Liga 2024-25: Real Madrid lead 1-0 against local rivals Atletico Madrid in the second half of their LaLiga match at the Civitas Metropolitano. Eder Militao broke the deadlock in the 64th minute with a powerful shot from close range. Earlier in the first half, Jude Bellingham and Federico Valverde were both denied a goal each by Atletico’s shot-stopper Jan Oblak. On the other hand, Thibaut Courtois also made a sharp save to keep the scoreline at 0:0 in the first half. Vinicus Jr has not been able to inspire Madrid.

Here are the Live Updates of Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid, La Liga 2024-25 match –

September30202402:05 (IST)

ATM vs RMA LIVE: Match to get shifted to another date?

The match has been stopped for now due to Atletico fans throwing objects at Real Madrid keeper Thibaut Courtois, who played for Los Rojiblancos for three seasons on loan from Chelsea. Koke and Diego Simeone tried to put some sense into the Atleti fans but they continue to create a fuss. If this doesn’t stop, the match might be called off for the day and shifted to another date.
September30202401:58 (IST)

ATM vs RMA LIVE: Match stopped!

Some tenstions behind Courtois goal! Atletico fans insulting the Belgian, their former player. Koke and Diego Simeone trying to calm things down but Atleti fans have lost it for some reason. The match has been suspended temporarily
September30202401:54 (IST)

ATM vs RMA LIVE: Goal for Real Madrid!

We have the first goal of the match, finally! Eder Militao breaks the deadlock with a powerful shot from inside the box. Another brilliant set piece routine from the champions

ATM 0:1 RMA (’64)
September30202401:50 (IST)

ATM vs RMA LIVE: Gimenez is down in pain!

Gimenez is down after a clash with Rodrygo. It was more off a coming together with Reinildo putting the pressure on Rodrygo. JMG is receiving treatment and Atleti are down to 10-man temporarily

ATM 0:0 RMA (’59)
September30202401:45 (IST)

ATM vs RMA LIVE: Change for Atleti!

Samuel Lino comes on, indeed! Atletico will switch to 4-3-3 with Alex Sorloth the man to make the way for him. No movement in Real Madrid’s bench yet

ATM 0:0 RMA (’55)
September30202401:42 (IST)

ATM vs RMA LIVE: Chance for Rodrygo!

Rodrygo finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. A well worked set piece routine from Madrid. However, Rodrygo blazes his effort just over Oblak’s goal. Atketico preparing another change with Samuel Lino set to come one

ATM 0:0 RMA (’50)
September30202401:34 (IST)

ATM vs RMA LIVE: Koke comes on for Atleti!

Koke is coming on for Atletico! He has the captain’s armband in the tunnel. No changes from Real Madrid it seems. Nahuel Molina is off
September30202401:26 (IST)

ATM vs RMA LIVE: HT!

LaLiga match between Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid 0-0 at half-time. Bellingham and Valverde were both denied a goal each by Atletico’s shot-stopper Jan Oblak. On the other hand, Thibaut Courtois also made a sharp save to keep the scoreline at 0:0 in the first half
September30202401:14 (IST)

ATM vs RMA LIVE: Yellow card for Modric!

Again, Real Madrid are lacking that final pass. Bellingham tries to combine with Vinicius but the Brazilian loses possession to Conor Gallagher. Luka Modric gets the booking as he was trying to reclaim the ball from the Englishman

ATM 0:0 RMA (’40)
September30202401:09 (IST)

ATM vs RMA LIVE: Chance for Real Madrid!

Vinicius takes on Rodrigo de Paul and manages to shrug him off. He finds Rodrygo, who lays it for Bellingham, whose shot finds Oblak’s safe hands. Another half chance for Real Madrid

ATM 0:0 RMA (’35)
September30202401:04 (IST)

ATM vs RMA LIVE: Typical Atleti performance so far!

Atletico haven’t really created anything after that shot from Alvarez.. Real Madrid have grown into the game, despite no clear sight on goal either. Meanwhile, Militao goes down after a challenge. He loses a boot in the process

ATM 0:0 RMA (’32)
September30202401:02 (IST)

ATM vs RMA LIVE: Real Madrid getting frustrated!

Real Madrid are trying to create something here. However, Atletico’s back five has kept them quiet so far. Rodrygo struggling to get into the game. Bellingham and Valverde have been bright for Madrid.

ATM 0:0 RMA (’26)
September30202400:49 (IST)

ATM vs RMA LIVE: Saved by Oblak!

Oblak makes a decent save to keep the score at 0-0. Fede Valverde with a fizzing shot from outside the box. Real Madrid get a corner

ATM 0:0 RMA (’16)
September30202400:45 (IST)

ATM vs RMA LIVE: Important clearance from Llorente!

Luka Modric wins a corner after Carvajal finds him with a floated pass inside the box. However, Llorente recognised the danger and made a crucial challenge. Real Madrid fail to capitalise on the set-piece’

ATM 0:0 RMA (’13)
September30202400:42 (IST)

ATM vs RMA LIVE: Chance for Atletico!

Much better from Atletico Madrid! Julian Alvarez dribbles past Antonio Rudiger down the right channel. He then cuts inside and unleashes a powerful shot, which is saved by Thibaut Courtois

ATM 0:0 RMA (’11)
September30202400:39 (IST)

Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid LIVE: Boos for Vinicius!

Loud jeers for Vinicius everytime he takes a touch on the ball. Not sure if this is right or wrong. Meanwhile, Fede Valverde takes down Reinildo with a lunging challenge

ATM 0:0 RMA (‘7)
September30202400:36 (IST)

Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid LIVE: Clumsy challenge from Modric!

The referee signals a free kick as Luka Modric from Real Madrid trips Marcos Llorente. Late challenge from the Crotian

ATM 0:0 RMA (‘3)
September30202400:33 (IST)

Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid LIVE: Kick-off!

So, the action is underway. Real Madrid are attacking from left to right in this first half.
September30202400:27 (IST)

Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid LIVE: Moments away from kick off!

Massive cheer for Diego Simeone from the fans inside the stadium after his name was announced on the big screen. Simeone holds a special place in the hearts of the Atletico fans. The atmosphere is really quite extra-ordinary. Home fans arrived an hour before kick off and have been making their presence felt.
September30202400:22 (IST)
September30202400:17 (IST)

Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid LIVE: Warm-ups going on!

The players are out on the pitch for the pre-match warm-ups. Here’s a confirmation on the line-ups:

Atletico XI: Oblak; Le Normand, Gimenez, Reinildo; Molina, Gallagher, De Paul, Marcos Llorente; Sorloth, Griezmann, Julian Alvarez

Real Madrid XI: Courtois; Carvajal, Rudiger, Militao, Mendy; Tchouameni, Modric, Fede Valverde; Bellingham; Vinicius, Rodrygo
September30202400:02 (IST)

Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid LIVE: Lo Celso can’t stop scoring!

Giovani Lo Celso has scored his fifth goal of the season. His goal was enough to give Real Betis a 1-0 win over Espanyol ahead of next week’s crucial derby against Sevilla. Manuel Pelligrini’s men are now 8th in the table. Meanwhile, Espanyo are just outside the bottom three spots with seven points. Great game at the Benito Villamarin.
September29202423:53 (IST)

Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid LIVE: Bellingham or Gallager?

Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham or Atletico’s Conor Gallagher! This will be an interesting midfield battle between the two Englishmans. Bellingham had a cracking debut campaign, scoring 19 goals to help Madrid win the league. Gallagher too is enjoying life in the Spanish capital after he was forced out by his boyhood club Chelsea.
September29202423:49 (IST)

Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid LIVE: Strong XI from Simeone!

For Atleti, both Alexander Sorloth and big money signing Julian Alvarez at the top. Alvarez scored late against Celto midweek to snatch all three points for Los Colconeros. Englishman Conor Gallagher is another summer arrival who starts for Diego Simeone’s men. The former Chelsea man has already scored twice in his first five games for Atleti.
September29202423:44 (IST)

Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid LIVE: All eyes on Vinicius!

Real Madrid are without Kylian Mbappe for this after the France captain picked up an injury midweek against Deportivo Alaves. Mbappe, who arrived on free contract in the summer, has scored five league goals already this season. In his absence, the onus will be on Vinicius Jr, who is the top contender to win this year’s Ballon d’Or.
September29202423:38 (IST)

Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid LIVE: Atletico’s recent dominance!

Atletico Madrid have won two of their last three home derbies against Real Madrid in LaLiga (L1). They have gone 11 Madrid derbies in a row without defeat in LaLiga (W5 D6), since a 1-2 win over Real Madrid in September 2022.
September29202423:36 (IST)

Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid LIVE: Huge record in sight for Los Blancos!

Real Madrid have won 36 of their 87 away derbies against Atletico de Madrid in LaLiga (D25 L26) and can equal the record for away wins by one team against another in the entire history of the competition, also achieved by Los Blacncos against Espanyol and Barcelona against Valencia (37).
September29202423:32 (IST)

Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid LIVE: Here are the starting XIs!

Atletico XI: Oblak; Le Normand, Gimenez, Reinildo; Molina, Gallagher, De Paul, Marcos Llorente; Sorloth, Griezmann, Julian Alvarez

Real Madrid XI: Courtois; Carvajal, Rudiger, Militao, Mendy; Tchouameni, Modric, Fede Valverde; Bellingham; Vinicius, Rodrygo
September29202423:30 (IST)

Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid LIVE: Clash of Titans!

Hello and welcome to the viewers! We are all set for the clash of titans as Madrid rivals Atletico take on defending LaLiga champions Real. The Los Blancos have pieced together a stunning 33-match unbeaten streak since then. Their last league loss came at this very stadium almost a year ago.

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Spain vs France LIVE, Euro 2024 Semifinal: Clash Of Titans As Spain Face Kylian Mbappe’s France In Semifinal

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UEFA Euro 2024 Semifinal LIVE Updates, Spain vs France LIVE Score: Spain face France in the Euro 2024 semifinal clash at the Allianz Arena in Munich. Spain have been impressive in the competition till now as they defeated Germany in extra time to book their semifinal berth. Kylian Mbappe‘s France, on the other hand, have struggled to score goals from open play till now and they ended up defeating Cristiano Ronaldo‘s Portugal on penalties in their quarterfinal encounter. (MATCH CENTER)

Follow UEFA Euro 2024 Semifinal LIVE Updates, Spain vs France LIVE Score here –

July09202423:34 (IST)

Spain vs France LIVE: Supreme Performance

Since a quarter-final defeat by eventual champions Germany at the 2014 World Cup, France have made the final at every major tournament other than Euro 2020. That run includes a World Cup triumph in 2018 and a loss on penalties to Argentina in Qatar four years later, along with an extra-time defeat by Portugal at Euro 2016 on home soil.
July09202423:28 (IST)

Spain vs France LIVE: Fragile France

France have only scored three goals at Euro 2024, none of which have come from general play. Misfiring captain Kylian Mbappe, playing in a specialised mask due to a broken nose sustained in the opening fixture against Austria, has scored from the spot once, while the French have benefited from two own goals.
July09202423:21 (IST)

Spain vs France LIVE: Sensational Spain

Spain have lit up Euro 2024, winning all five games while scoring 11 goals and are just one win away from the final. To get there however, Spain will need to go through a France side who while not impressing in Germany have shown their expertise and experience at major tournaments to navigate their way to the final four.
July09202423:15 (IST)

Spain vs France LIVE: Hello and welcome

Welcome to the LIVE coverage of the Euro 2024 semifinal clash between Spain and France. Two favourites who had contrasting journeys to this point but quite capable of pulling off a stunner on any given day.

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Portugal vs France LIVE, Euro 2024 Quarterfinal: Injury Scare For Kylian Mbappe, Cristiano Ronaldo Eyes Goals | POR 0-0 FRA

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UEFA Euro 2024 Quarterfinal LIVE Updates, Portugal vs France LIVE Score: Cristiano Ronaldo‘s Portugal are 0-0 against Kylian Mbappe-led France in the second half during their UEFA Euro 2024 quarter-final clash, in a repeat of the Euro 2016 final. The two sides also met in the group stage of Euro 2020, a game in which Ronaldo scored twice. He will be raring to replicate that tonight, having yet to open his account in Euro 2024. Kylian Mbappe’s only goal so far has been a penalty, and even he is yet to take the tournament by storm. (MATCH CENTER)

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July06202401:50 (IST)

Portugal vs France LIVE: Solid chance for Portugal

Portugal receive the best chance of the second half till now and Bruno Fernandes makes a mess of it. Straight forward shot and saved by Maignan. Vitinha also had a chance but Maignan remains a huge figure in front of the French goal.
July06202401:44 (IST)

Portugal vs France LIVE: Mbappe injury

Injury concern for Mbappe and this can be a problem. The ball hit Mbappe on the side of his head and the France captain looks in a bit of bother. He was attended by the physios but not a big issue as he is back in action.
July06202401:39 (IST)

Portugal vs France LIVE: Big Euro 2024 news

Jude Bellingham is available for England’s Euro 2024 quarter-final with Switzerland after he was given a suspended one-game ban on Friday for his controversial celebration after scoring against Slovakia in the previous round. In a statement, European football’s governing body UEFA said that Bellingham would be fined 30,000 euros ($32,477) and suspended “for a total of one UEFA competition match for which he would be otherwise eligible for violating the basic rules of decent conduct”.
July06202401:36 (IST)

Portugal vs France LIVE: Early chance for Mbappe

A quick shot by Kylian Mbappe but no issues for Diogo Costa. The ball went straight into his hands and the Portuguese goalkeeper will be relieved. Score remains 0-0.
July06202401:33 (IST)

Portugal vs France LIVE: Second half

Time for the second half and we are off. Both teams missed quite a bit of chances and it looks like France and Portugal will be aiming to score early in this half. However, it will not be an easy affair.
July06202401:18 (IST)

Portugal vs France LIVE: Half-time

It is half-time and the score is Portugal 0-0 France. Chances for both teams but they were not able to produce that finish who could have been the decider.
July06202401:13 (IST)

Portugal vs Slovenia LIVE: Bruno miss

The free kick was exactly in Cristiano Ronaldo but Portugal went with a different plan. Ronaldo proved to be decoy in that entire scenario as Bruno Fernandes took the free kick. However it was wide and no danger for France.
July06202401:07 (IST)

Portugal vs France LIVE: French domination

The last 10 minutes has been a lot about France launching attack after attack. Mbappe and Griezmann are dominating possession in the offensive areas and Portugal will have to find a way to launch a counter to this domination.
July06202401:00 (IST)

Portugal vs France LIVE: Fast break from Mbappe

The finishing has been a major source of concern for France in Euro 2024 and once again, it was on plain display. Kylian Mbappe broke fast as he raced past the Portugal defender but the final ball was just not there and no one to finish as well.
July06202400:52 (IST)

Portugal vs France LIVE: FRA turning it up

France are not going to be spectators in this encounter and Theo Hernandez produced a screamer from the edge of the box. However, Diogo Costa continues his brilliant form as he punched it away and the score remains 0-0.
July06202400:47 (IST)

Portugal vs France LIVE: Chance for Bruno!

A long range effort from Bruno Fernandes but it took a deflection off William Saliba and another corner for Portugal. Till now, 3 corners for Portugal but no luck from the set pieces for Cristiano Ronaldo and co.
July06202400:42 (IST)

Portugal vs France LIVE: No goals for Ronaldo

Portugal have been impressive in the Euro 2024 till now but Cristiano Ronaldo still have not scored a single goal. If he can score tonight, he will become the oldest scorer in the history of the competition.
July06202400:39 (IST)

Portugal vs France LIVE: Early attacks

Both Portugal and Spain are looking to attack from the very first minute and this is going to be interesting to see how long they can continue with this momentum. Slow and steady build up for France against a much more direct attacking football from Portugal.
July06202400:33 (IST)

Portugal vs France LIVE: Match is underway

We are underway and a huge roar from the crowd who are looking for a brilliant clash. Both former winners and both favourites for this title. However, who can prove to be the superior team tonight?
July06202400:25 (IST)

Portugal vs France LIVE: Time for the national anthems

The two teams are out in the middle and it is time for the national anthems. Clash of the heavyweights as it is Ronaldo vs Mbappe! We are minutes away from the match!
July06202400:16 (IST)

Euro 2024 Quarter-finals Live: Portugal unchanged

Portugal’s starting line-up is unchanged from their last-16 tie against Slovenia, which they won on penalties, as captain Cristiano Ronaldo plays despite failing to score so far in Germany. The winners of Friday’s match will advance to a semi-final in Munich next Tuesday.
July06202400:08 (IST)

Euro 2024 Quarter-finals Live: Two changes for France

Randal Kolo Muani and Eduardo Camavinga come into the France team which shows two changes for their Euro 2024 quarter-final showdown with Portugal in Hamburg on Friday. Kolo Muani, of Paris Saint-Germain, is handed his first start of the tournament in attack in place of Marcus Thuram after coming off the bench and forcing the late own goal which allowed France to beat Belgium 1-0 in the last round. Real Madrid midfielder Camavinga replaces Adrien Rabiot, who serves a one-game suspension after collecting his second booking of the tournament in the last 16.
July05202423:48 (IST)

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Portugal vs France Live Streaming Euro 2024 Quarter Final Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

admin — Fri, 05 Jul 2024 18:01:15 +0000

Portugal vs France Live Streaming Euro 2024 Quarter-Final Live Telecast: Kylian Mbappe could end his idol Cristiano Ronaldo‘s final outing on the European stage, if France knock Portugal out of Euro 2024 at the quarter-final stage. The two sides have faced off in both the previous Euros; Portugal defeated France 1-0 in the Euro 2016 Final, and the sides drew 2-2 in the group stage at Euro 2020. Ronaldo missed a penalty in the Round of 16 tie against Slovenia, leaving goalkeeper Diogo Costa to be the hero as he saved three successive penalties in the shootout.

When will the Portugal vs France, Euro 2024 Quarter-Final match take place?

The Portugal vs France, Euro 2024 Quarter-Final match will take place on Saturday, July 6 (IST).

Where will the Portugal vs France, Euro 2024 Quarter-Final match be played?

The Portugal vs France, Euro 2024 Quarter-Final match will be played at the Volksparkstadion, Hamburg.

What time will the Portugal vs France, Euro 2024 Quarter-Final match start?

The Portugal vs France, Euro 2024 Quarter-Final match will start at 12:30 AM IST.

Which TV channels will telecast the Portugal vs France, Euro 2024 Quarter-Final match?

The Portugal vs France, Euro 2024 Quarter-Final match will be telecast on the Sony Sports Network.

Where to follow the live streaming of the Portugal vs France, Euro 2024 Quarter-Final match?

The Portugal vs France, Euro 2024 Quarter-Final match will be streamed live on SonyLiv app and website.

(All the details are as per the information provided by the broadcaster)

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Netherlands vs France Live Streaming Euro 2024 Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

admin — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 19:12:44 +0000

Netherlands vs France Live Streaming Euro 2024 Live Telecast: One of UEFA Euro 2024’s blockbuster group stage games comes, as 2022 World Cup finalists France take on Netherlands in Group D. Both teams come into the tie off the back of narrow wins; France 1-0 over Austria, and the Dutch came back from behind to beat Poland 2-1 on Matchday One. Kylian Mbappe‘s involvement is uncertain after he suffered a broken nose in the first game. Marcus Thuram or Kingsley Coman is likely to come in for France’s captain.

When will the Netherlands vs France, Euro 2024 match take place?

The Netherlands vs France, Euro 2024 match will take place on Saturday, June 22 (IST).

Where will the Netherlands vs France, Euro 2024 match be played?

The Netherlands vs France, Euro 2024 match will be played at the Red Bull Arena, Leipzig.

What time will the Netherlands vs France, Euro 2024 match start?

The Netherlands vs France, Euro 2024 match will start at 12:30 AM IST.

Which TV channels will telecast the Netherlands vs France, Euro 2024 match?

The Netherlands vs France, Euro 2024 match will be telecast on the Sony Sports Network.

Where to follow the live streaming of the Netherlands vs France, Euro 2024 match?

The Netherlands vs France, Euro 2024 match will be streamed live on SonyLiv app and website.

(All the details are as per the information provided by the broadcaster)

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Atletico Madrid Face Athletic Bilbao Challenge In Champions League Race

admin — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 04:54:24 +0000

Atletico Madrid have the chance to keep Athletic Bilbao at arm’s length in the race to qualify for the Champions League when the sides meet on Saturday in La Liga. Diego Simeone’s stumbling Atletico, fourth, have a three point lead on Copa del Rey winners Athletic, fifth. It will be a high-intensity clash in the Spanish capital, with Atletico still licking their wounds from last week’s Champions League quarter-final elimination by Borussia Dortmund. They suffered a humiliating 2-0 defeat at Alaves last weekend, increasing the pressure ahead of Los Leones’ visit to the Metropolitano stadium.

Ernesto Valverde’s side arrive in the capital knowing a victory would give them a huge chance of returning to Europe’s premier competition for the first time since 2014.

This season Athletic have put Simeone’s team to the sword on all three occasions they have met, scoring six goals and not conceding any.

Athletic thoroughly outplayed Atletico in December in La Liga, winning 2-0 at San Mames.

“You can’t win titles like this, you can’t win leagues… Bilbao were a lot better than us,” noted Atletico goalkeeper Jan Oblak, who was similarly critical of his team after the recent Alaves defeat.

“We’ve entered a terrible dynamic,” noted the stopper.

“If we don’t improve it will be a very tough end to the season.”

The teams met again in the Copa del Rey semi-finals, with Atletico on top but falling to a 1-0 defeat, their first at home in over a year.

Atletico fans argued that their opponents had enjoyed more rest ahead of the game and that an unusually rash challenge from Reinildo Mandava gave away the penalty which Alex Berenguer converted to secure Athletic’s win.

However in the second leg Athletic dominated and romped to a 3-0 victory against Simeone’s flailing Athletic.

Athletic stumbled to a 1-1 draw against Granada last week but Atletico’s defeat turned that into a point gained rather than two dropped.

After winning the Spanish cup for the first time in 40 years to spark days of wild celebrations, a comedown was almost inevitable but Valverde needs his team to knuckle down again in the final weeks to make it a better season still.

“Someone will have to get them down from the clouds and focus on La Liga, and that someone is usually the coach,” said Valverde after the cup win.

Veteran Raul Garcia is retiring at the end of the campaign while captain Iker Muniain has also said he will depart, and taking the Basque side back to the big time would be the perfect note to walk out on.

Player to watch: Artem Dovbyk

The Girona striker is the division’s top goalscorer with 18 and will look to boost that tally at Las Palmas on Saturday as his side kick on in their hunt for Champions League football next season.

Key stats

24.7 – Valencia’s squad have the youngest average age in La Liga

81 – Inaki Williams leads the league for shots taken

24,054 – touches of the ball this season by possession-hungry Barcelona, more than any other side

Fixtures (all times GMT)

Friday

Real Sociedad v Real Madrid (1900)

Saturday

Las Palmas v Girona (1200), Almeria v Getafe (1415), Alaves v Celta Vigo (1630), Atletico Madrid v Athletic Bilbao (1900)

Sunday

Cadiz v Mallorca (1200), Granada v Osasuna (1415), Villarreal v Rayo Vallecano (1630), Real Betis v Sevilla (1900)

Monday

Barcelona v Valencia (1900)

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