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Modric urges Croatian fans to rally behind team ahead of Spain clash after England drubbing
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Modric urges Croatian fans to rally behind team ahead of Spain clash after England drubbing

Croatia captain Luka Modrić has called on supporters to rally behind the national team ahead of Tuesday’s Nations League encounter with world champions Spain, following the country’s heaviest int

5 Oct 2026
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Nico O’Reilly’s injury has compounded England’s mounting…
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Nico O’Reilly’s injury has compounded England’s mounting…

Nico O’Reilly’s injury has compounded England’s mounting squad crisis ahead of their crucial UEFA Nations League opener against Czechia, with Declan Rice, Marcus Rashford, and others already ruled out. The tactical fallout from these absences could reshape Gareth Southgate’s approach as the Three Lions face a resurgent Czech side in Prague—just days after a chaotic 3-2 defeat to Spain exposed deep defensive vulnerabilities.

29 Sept 2026
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Spain return to home soil for the Nations League clash against England
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Spain return to home soil for the Nations League clash against England

Spain return to home soil for the first time since their World Cup triumph, facing a resurgent Croatia side led by Slaven Bilić in a Nations League showdown that will define their group’s fate. With tactical experiments looming and individual battles to watch, this match is far more than a formality—it’s a test of legacy, adaptation, and the will to dominate.

29 Sept 2026
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Spain’s Unbeaten Streak on the Line: Oyarzabal’s Heroics and the Pressure of a Croatia Clash
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Spain’s Unbeaten Streak on the Line: Oyarzabal’s Heroics and the Pressure of a Croatia Clash

Spain’s 39-match unbeaten run hangs in the balance as they prepare to face Croatia in the UEFA Nations League, following a dramatic 3-2 comeback win over England. Mikel Oyarzabal’s late winner and England’s penalty miss exposed vulnerabilities that will now be tested against a resurgent Croatian side.

28 Sept 2026
CroatiaCroatia National TeamFIFA World Cup
Spain’s Oyarzabal seals Wembley revenge as Modric’s Croatia dismantle the Czech Republic
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Spain’s Oyarzabal seals Wembley revenge as Modric’s Croatia dismantle the Czech Republic

Mikel Oyarzabal’s 16th-minute winner ended England’s Nations League hopes at Wembley, while Luka Modric’s Croatia secured a 2-1 victory over the Czech Republic in a night that exposed England’s defensive frailties and Spain’s clinical edge.

26 Sept 2026
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Spain’s World Cup-winning midfield trio of Rodri, Fabián Ruiz, and Dani Olmo reunited to lock down the engine room in an elite international showcase

England and Spain lock horns in a high‑stakes UEFA Nations League opener at Wembley, where tactical battles will overshadow individual brilliance. Spain’s midfield, anchored by Rodri and Pedri, will

25 Sept 2026
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England Host Spain at Wembley in Blockbuster UEFA Nations League Encounter
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England Host Spain at Wembley in Blockbuster UEFA Nations League Encounter

England and Spain will renew their rivalry at Wembley on Saturday, September 26, when the two nations begin their 2026–27 UEFA Nations League campaigns in a heavyweight Group A3 encounter. The fi

24 Sept 2026
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With the dust of the World Cup…
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With the dust of the World Cup…

With the dust of the World Cup final settled, Spain’s next chapter is already unfolding. Luis de la Fuente’s team won’t rest on their laurels—competition, not complacency, will define their path to Euro 2028. The Nations League is their proving ground, and the pressure is on to prove they’re more than a one-hit wonder.

23 Sept 2026
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Fermin Lopez and Dean Huijsen Return to Spain Squad for Nations League Campaign
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Fermin Lopez and Dean Huijsen Return to Spain Squad for Nations League Campaign

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has recalled Barcelona midfielder Fermín López and Real Madrid defender Dean Huijsen for La Roja’s opening 2026–27 UEFA Nations League fixtures. The 26-man

18 Sept 2026
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Spain Name Nations League Squad as Fermín López and Dean Huijsen Earn Call-Ups
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Spain Name Nations League Squad as Fermín López and Dean Huijsen Earn Call-Ups

World Champions Spain have announced their squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures, making four changes to their World Cup-winning group. Luis de la Fuente has called up domestic standouts Dean Huijsen and Roberto Fernández alongside returning midfielder Fermín López.

18 Sept 2026
BarcelonaBreaking NewsDean Huijsen
Mbappé Hat-Trick Powers Real Madrid Past Real Sociedad in Mourinho’s Bernabéu Return
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Mbappé Hat-Trick Powers Real Madrid Past Real Sociedad in Mourinho’s Bernabéu Return

Kylian Mbappé struck a clinical hat-trick as Real Madrid swept Real Sociedad aside 4-1 at the Santiago Bernabéu, handing José Mourinho a victory in his first home game back in charge.

26 Aug 2026
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World Cup 2026 Impact on Ballon d’Or Race
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World Cup 2026 Impact on Ballon d’Or Race

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has significantly impacted the Ballon d’Or race, with outstanding performances on the international stage adding enormous weight to already impressive club campaigns. According

21 Jul 2026
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