Watch: How Simon’s penalty heroics ended Spain's 11-year drought, denied Modric fairytale trophy in Nations League final
1 year, 9 months ago

Watch: How Simon’s penalty heroics ended Spain's 11-year drought, denied Modric fairytale trophy in Nations League final

Hindustan Times  

The 2022-23 cycle of the UEFA Nations League drew to a close at Rotterdam’s De Kuip stadium on Sunday, with 2021 finalists Spain overcoming that last step this time around and beating Croatia on penalties. Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon stops a penalty shot from Croatia's Lovro Majer during a penalty shootout at the end of the Nations League final Spain should have capitalised on Croatian errors early in the match, but poor finishing and the offside flag kept it level. Both team’s penalty takers would show their immense quality, burying excellent penalties in the first three rounds to leave the score at 3-3, neither keeper standing a chance. Spain’s starting keeper Unai Simon would draw first blood, however, as a poor penalty from Lovro Majer was kicked away to put Spain ahead.

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UEFA Nations League 2024-25: Late penalty earns Spain 3-2 win over Switzerland
4 months ago

UEFA Nations League 2024-25: Late penalty earns Spain 3-2 win over Switzerland

The Hindu  

A late penalty converted by Bryan Zaragoza secured Spain a 3-2 win over Switzerland in its final Nations League Group A4 game on Monday, with the Spaniards guaranteed top spot before kick off and the Swiss already confirmed as relegated. Spain opened the scoring in the 32nd minute when Yeremy Pino fired home after Pedri had his penalty saved, before …

UEFA Nations League 2024-25: Croatia stages comeback to draw against Portugal, qualifies for knockouts
4 months ago

UEFA Nations League 2024-25: Croatia stages comeback to draw against Portugal, qualifies for knockouts

The Hindu  

Josko Gvardiol scored his first international goal in two years to rescue a point for Croatia in its 1-1 Nations League A Group 1 draw with Portugal in Split on Monday as both teams advance to March’s quarterfinals. The visitor led thanks to a superb finish from Joao Felix, who expertly controlled Vitinha’s perfect pass into his path and lashed …

Nations League: Spain plays out drab goalless draw against Serbia
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Nations League: Spain plays out drab goalless draw against Serbia

The Hindu  

Euro 2024 champion Spain was held to a dour goalless away draw with Serbia in Nations League Group Four on Thursday, ending a nine-game winning streak and dropping its first points since March. Missing key players like midfielder Rodri and captain Alvaro Morata due to a suspension and injured goalkeeper Unai Simon, Spain started the game slowly. Spain recorded only …

Jadon Sancho shares heartwarming message to Bukayo Saka after England star banished Euro 2020 penalty demons to take Three Lions to semi-final - as he claims 'you did it for me and Marcus brother!'
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Jadon Sancho shares heartwarming message to Bukayo Saka after England star banished Euro 2020 penalty demons to take Three Lions to semi-final - as he claims 'you did it for me and Marcus brother!'

Daily Mail  

Jadon Sancho shared a heartfelt message to Bukayo Saka after England reached the Euro 2024 semi-finals. The quarter-final clash went to extra time and penalties where the Three Lions tucked home all five of their spot kicks, while Jordan Pickford saved Manuel Akanji's effort to ensure Southgate's side progressed 5-3. Jadon Sancho hailed Bukayo Saka after England progressed to the …

Bukayo Saka gets penalty-shootout redemption at Euro 2024, three years after being racially abused
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Bukayo Saka gets penalty-shootout redemption at Euro 2024, three years after being racially abused

Associated Press  

DUESSELDORF, Germany — Bukayo Saka dropped to his knees near the center spot and looked to the sky. Three years later and there was Saka again, making that long and lonely walk from the center circle to the penalty spot to take England’s third kick of the shootout against Switzerland. “For me, it’s something I embrace,” Saka said of the …

Portugal v France LIVE: Result and reaction as France end penalty shootout hoodoo
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Portugal v France LIVE: Result and reaction as France end penalty shootout hoodoo

The Independent  

✕ Close French Fans React To Euro Penalty Shootout Win Paving Way To Semi-final Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from …

Euro 2024: France beat Portugal on penalties to set up Euros semi-final against Spain
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Euro 2024: France beat Portugal on penalties to set up Euros semi-final against Spain

The Hindu  

France downed Portugal on penalties in the Euro 2024 quarter-finals following a goalless draw on Friday to set up a last-four meeting with Spain. A largely dull 120 minutes saw both sides struggle to create clear chances in Hamburg, before Joao Felix was the only player to miss in the shoot-out and Theo Hernandez netted the winning spot-kick. Kylian Mbappe …

Euro 2024: Mikel Merino's late header sends Spain into semifinals with 2-1 win over Germany
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Mikel Merino's late header sends Spain into semifinals with 2-1 win over Germany

Hindustan Times  

A Mikel Merino goal in the final minute of extra time took Spain to a 2-1 win over Germany and into the Euro 2024 semis. Spain's Mikel Merino, centre, scores his side's second goal during a quarter final match between Germany and Spain at the Euro 2024 soccer tournament in Stuttgart, Germany, Friday, July 5, 2024. After a fiery yet …

Euro 2024 quarterfinal: Merino scores in extra time to help Spain beat Germany 2-1 to reach semifinal
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Euro 2024 quarterfinal: Merino scores in extra time to help Spain beat Germany 2-1 to reach semifinal

The Hindu  

A Mikel Merino goal in the last moments of extra time gave Spain a dramatic 2-1 win over host Germany in an enthralling Euro 2024 quarterfinal clash on Friday between the tournament’s two most successful nations. Spain was the better side for the first hour and wasted several opportunities before Dani Olmo gave it a deserved lead six minutes after …

Euro 2024: This was the game of my life, says Portugal keeper Costa after shootout heroics
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Euro 2024: This was the game of my life, says Portugal keeper Costa after shootout heroics

The Hindu  

Portugal goalkeeper Diogo Costa was overwhelmed after he saved all three penalties in a 3-0 shootout win against Slovenia that secured a place in the quarter-finals of Euro 2024. The match had finished 0-0 after extra time, and Costa was the hero after becoming the first keeper to save three penalties and not concede a goal in a Euros shootout. …

Epic penalties drama for Ronaldo ends with Portugal beating Slovenia in a Euro 2024 shootout
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Epic penalties drama for Ronaldo ends with Portugal beating Slovenia in a Euro 2024 shootout

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — No one does high drama in international soccer to such an operatic extent as Cristiano Ronaldo. “Sometimes it’s hard and difficult to score penalties,” Ronaldo told Portuguese broadcaster RTP after the match, getting emotional again. Extra time also finished 0-0 and when the penalty shootout started, Slovenia’s first kick was saved by Portugal goalkeeper Diogo Costa. “Life …

Euro 2024: Zaccagni's stoppage-time stunner against Croatia sends Italy through to last 16
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Zaccagni's stoppage-time stunner against Croatia sends Italy through to last 16

The Hindu  

Luka Modric’s 55th minute seemed to send Croatia into the next round but Mattia Zaccagni’s late equaliser ensured defending champions Italy will play Switzerland in the round of 16 Mattia Zaccagni curled home a 98th minute equaliser as defending champions Italy booked a last-16 spot at Euro 2024 on Monday with a 1-1 draw against Croatia, whose tournament hopes were …

Euro 2024: Croatia on brink of knockout, Spain, Italy qualify for Round of 16
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Croatia on brink of knockout, Spain, Italy qualify for Round of 16

India Today  

An added time goal from Italy's Mattia Zaccagni snatched a 1-1 draw with Croatia which was enough to earn them a place in the last 16 of Euro 2024 as Group B runners-up where they will face Switzerland, while Croatia must wait to see if they progress. Spain top the group on nine points, Italy finish with four and Croatia …

Euro 2024: Italy stuns Croatia, Spain advances with perfect record
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Italy stuns Croatia, Spain advances with perfect record

China Daily  

Italy's Gianluigi Donnarumma celebrates with coach Luciano Spalletti and Mattia Zaccagni after the match against Croatia of Group B at the Euro 2024 at Leipzig Stadium, Leipzig, Germany June 24, 2024. BERLIN -- Mattias Zaccagni's last-grasp 1-1 equalizer against Croatia sent reigning champion Italy through the Euro 2024 group stage while Spain capped a perfect Group B run with 1-0 …

Croatia 1-1 Italy: Super-sub Mattia Zaccagni scores late equaliser to book Azzurri's place in the last-16 at Euro 2024... after Luka Modric scored just 32 seconds after his penalty miss
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Croatia 1-1 Italy: Super-sub Mattia Zaccagni scores late equaliser to book Azzurri's place in the last-16 at Euro 2024... after Luka Modric scored just 32 seconds after his penalty miss

Daily Mail  

Mattia Zaccagni came off the bench to score a late equaliser on the night Italy booked their place in the last-16 of Euro 2024 after a 1-1 draw with Croatia One last attack. There were 10 Croatia players in the camera shot but nobody near the Lazio winger who had not come on until the 81st minute when Luciano Spalletti …

Spain v Italy LIVE: Result and reaction as Nico Williams skill forces own goal winner in Euro 2024 clash
9 months ago

Spain v Italy LIVE: Result and reaction as Nico Williams skill forces own goal winner in Euro 2024 clash

The Independent  

✕ Close 'We are too comfortable' - Spalletti irritated despite Euro 2024 opening win Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from …

Spain advances to knockout round at Euro 2024 with statement win over defending champion Italy
9 months ago

Spain advances to knockout round at Euro 2024 with statement win over defending champion Italy

Associated Press  

GELSENKIRCHEN, Germany — Europe beware — Spain might just be back. “I think it was the best Spain performance I have taken charge of,” coach Luis de la Fuente said. The sky is the limit.” Spain totally dominated defending champion Italy, with 16-year-old winger Lamine Yamal further enhancing his reputation as one of soccer’s most exciting young stars. They caused …

Spain vs Italy player ratings: Pedri and Nico Williams the stars as La Roja win Euro 2024 Group B
9 months ago

Spain vs Italy player ratings: Pedri and Nico Williams the stars as La Roja win Euro 2024 Group B

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Spain won their second match at Euro 2024 …

Gjasula scores own goal then last-gasp equalizer for Albania in 2-2 draw with Croatia at Euro 2024
9 months ago

Gjasula scores own goal then last-gasp equalizer for Albania in 2-2 draw with Croatia at Euro 2024

Associated Press  

HAMBURG, Germany — Albania substitute Klaus Gjasula had the rare experience of scoring for both teams Wednesday in an intense 2-2 draw with Croatia that could make it difficult for each to survive the group stage at Euro 2024. The Croatian players were particularly disappointed with the result in Hamburg after Gjasula’s stoppage-time goal denied them a much-needed win after …

Spain ease past Croatia, Italy overpower Albania in Euro 2024
9 months ago

Spain ease past Croatia, Italy overpower Albania in Euro 2024

China Daily  

BERLIN -- Spain ensured a perfect start into Euro 2024 after easing past Croatia with three goals in 45 minutes while Italy came from behind to edge Albania 2-1 in Group B on Saturday. The three first-half goals from Alvaro Morata, Fabian Ruiz and Daniel Carvajal allowed the Spaniards to start their Euro 2024 campaign with a bang in Group …

Euro 2024: Why was Croatia’s penalty goal against Spain disallowed by the referee? Explained
9 months ago

Euro 2024: Why was Croatia’s penalty goal against Spain disallowed by the referee? Explained

The Hindu  

Spain’s Rodri brought down Croatia’s Bruno Petkovic inside the penalty box in their Group B clash of Euro 2024 at the Olympiastadion Berlin. Croat players ran off to celebrate after Petkovic’s goal however the referee ultimately turned the goal down. This is called ‘Encroachment’ in penalty kicks and is not allowed and hence the goal was turned down without even …

Olga Carmona fires Spain into first Women’s World Cup final amid late drama
1 year, 7 months ago

Olga Carmona fires Spain into first Women’s World Cup final amid late drama

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Olga Carmona’s stunning late winner fired Spain into …

Spain scores last-minute stunner against Sweden to reach first FIFA Women's World Cup final
1 year, 7 months ago

Spain scores last-minute stunner against Sweden to reach first FIFA Women's World Cup final

ABC  

Spain has reached its first Women's World Cup final with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Sweden thanks to a stunning last-minute goal from captain Olga Carmona. "It could've been difficult to recover from their goal, but we've shown that his team can deal with everything," said goalscorer Paralluelo — who became just the second teenager to score in a Women's …

Spain beat Netherlands and Sweden hangs on to beat Japan in FIFA Women's World Cup quarterfinals
1 year, 7 months ago

Spain beat Netherlands and Sweden hangs on to beat Japan in FIFA Women's World Cup quarterfinals

ABC  

Sweden has moved into the semifinals at the expense of 2011 Women's World Cup winners Japan, with a 2-1 victory setting up a clash with Spain after La Roja beat Netherlands by the same margin in extra time. Fri 11 Aug Show all key events Japan vs Sweden S By Simon Smale Thanks for watching S By Simon Smale Well, …

Nations League final | Spain wins as Unai Simon saves two Croatia penalties in shootout
1 year, 9 months ago

Nations League final | Spain wins as Unai Simon saves two Croatia penalties in shootout

The Hindu  

Spain's 11-year trophy drought is over. Goalkeeper Unai Simon saved two shots as Spain beat Croatia in a penalty shootout after their tense Nations League final had finished 0-0 Sunday. “We have total confidence in his ability to take penalties.” Spain’s other previous titles came in the 2010 World Cup and the European Championships in 1964, 2008 and 2012. Italy …

Spain hold nerve in shootout to deny Croatia in Nations League final
1 year, 9 months ago

Spain hold nerve in shootout to deny Croatia in Nations League final

Hindustan Times  

Serial winner Dani Carvajal converted the decisive spotkick to hand Spain a first title in more than a decade as they edged Croatia 5-4 in a penalty shootout to win the Nations League in Rotterdam on Sunday. Spain's Jesus Navas lifts the trophy with teammates after winning the UEFA Nations League final The 31-year-old, who has won five Champions League …

UEFA Nations League: Spain beat Croatia on penalties to end their trophy drought
1 year, 9 months ago

UEFA Nations League: Spain beat Croatia on penalties to end their trophy drought

India TV News  

Spain beat Croatia 5-4 on penalties to record their first-ever UEFA Nations League title at De Kuip in Rotterdam on Sunday, June 18. The former World Cup winners also ended their 11-year trophy drought to deny Croatia their first-ever international title. Tottenham Hotspur winger Ivan Perisic almost put Croatia front as he missed his header in the 40th minute. After …

Spain Snatch Nations League Glory with Shoot-Out Win Against Croatia
1 year, 9 months ago

Spain Snatch Nations League Glory with Shoot-Out Win Against Croatia

News 18  

Dani Carvajal chipped home a Panenka penalty to win Spain the Nations League on Sunday, with a 5-4 shoot-out victory over Croatia, after a tense match finished 0-0 following extra-time. Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon denied Lovro Mayer and Bruno Petkovic from the spot, before Carvajal cheekily chipped home to earn La Roja their first trophy since Euro 2012 and break …

Spain beats Croatia in penalties to clinch UEFA Nations League title
1 year, 9 months ago

Spain beats Croatia in penalties to clinch UEFA Nations League title

The Hindu  

Dani Carvajal scored a Panenka penalty to win Spain the Nations League on Sunday, with a 5-4 shoot-out victory over Croatia, after a tense match finished 0-0 following extra-time. Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon denied Lovro Mayer and Bruno Petkovic from the spot, before Carvajal cheekily chipped home to earn La Roja their first trophy since Euro 2012 and break Croatian …

Spain wins Nations League final as Unai Simon saves two Croatia penalties in shootout
1 year, 9 months ago

Spain wins Nations League final as Unai Simon saves two Croatia penalties in shootout

Associated Press  

ROTTERDAM, Netherlands — Spain’s 11-year trophy drought is over. Goalkeeper Unai Simon saved two shots as Spain beat Croatia in a penalty shootout after their tense Nations League final had finished 0-0 Sunday. “We have total confidence in his ability to take penalties.” Spain’s other previous titles came in the 2010 World Cup and the European Championships in 1964, 2008 …

Substitute Joselu scores late winner as Spain beats Italy 2-1, advances to Nations League final
1 year, 9 months ago

Substitute Joselu scores late winner as Spain beats Italy 2-1, advances to Nations League final

The Hindu  

Another weekend, another European final for Rodri. The midfielder whose goal in Istanbul secured Manchester City’s first Champions League title on Saturday played another key role as Spain beat European champion Italy 2-1 on Thursday to advance to the Nations League final against Luka Modric’s Croatia on Sunday. “It’s been a huge effort — with the World Cup and winning …

Joselu’s late winner against Italy sends Spain into Nations League final
1 year, 9 months ago

Joselu’s late winner against Italy sends Spain into Nations League final

The Hindu  

Substitute Joselu scored a fortunate winner three minutes from the end as Spain booked their place in a second successive Nations League final with a deserved 2-1 victory over Italy on Thursday. Spain capitalised on a defensive lapse to take the lead inside three minutes as Yeremy Pino produced a cool finish, but when debutant Robin Le Normand handled the …

Joselu fires Spain to Nations League final with late winner against Italy
1 year, 9 months ago

Joselu fires Spain to Nations League final with late winner against Italy

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Joselu came off the bench to grab a …

Substitute Joselu scores late winner as Spain beats Italy 2-1, advances to Nations League final
1 year, 9 months ago

Substitute Joselu scores late winner as Spain beats Italy 2-1, advances to Nations League final

Associated Press  

ENSCHEDE, Netherlands — Another weekend, another European final for Rodri. The midfielder whose goal in Istanbul secured Manchester City’s first Champions League title on Saturday played another key role as Spain beat European champion Italy 2-1 on Thursday to advance to the Nations League final against Luka Modric’s Croatia on Sunday. “It’s been a huge effort — with the World …

Watch: How Luka Modric's assist and last-minute penalty masterclass sent Croatia into UEFA Nations League final
1 year, 9 months ago

Watch: How Luka Modric's assist and last-minute penalty masterclass sent Croatia into UEFA Nations League final

Hindustan Times  

Croatia and Netherlands put on a thrilling rollercoaster of a match at De Kuip in Rotterdam, taking their UEFA Nations League semifinal all the way to extra-time before one team pulled clear and booked a spot in the final with a 4-2 victory. Having already had gone ahead in extra-time through a fantastic bottom corner finish by striker Bruno Petkovic, …

Hockey World Cup 2023: Spain Beat Malaysia in Penalty Shootout to Set up Quarterfinal Clash With Australia
2 years, 2 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023: Spain Beat Malaysia in Penalty Shootout to Set up Quarterfinal Clash With Australia

News 18  

Spain beat Malaysia 4-3 in penalty shootout in a thrilling crossover match to qualify for the quarter-finals of the FIH Men’s World Cup after the two sides were locked 2-2 in Bhubaneswar on Sunday. India Open: An Seyoung Beats Akane Yamaguchi to Clinch Women’s Singles Title, Kunlavut Vitidsarn Emerge Men’s Singles Champion After the two sides were goalless at half …

Hockey World Cup: Spain beats Malaysia in penalty shootout to book quarterfinal berth
2 years, 2 months ago

Hockey World Cup: Spain beats Malaysia in penalty shootout to book quarterfinal berth

The Hindu  

Spain had all the possession, circle penetration and shots on goal, but in the end, it needed a penalty shootout to prevail against a resolute Malaysia to book its quarterfinal berth. The Spanish coach Max Caldas felt his team should have won comfortably, but Malaysia kept coming up with answers to all the questions posed with the ball by Spain. …

Croatia at FIFA World Cup 2022: Team analysis, run-up to semifinal, chances vs Argentina
2 years, 3 months ago

Croatia at FIFA World Cup 2022: Team analysis, run-up to semifinal, chances vs Argentina

The Hindu  

Croatia’s entry into the final of the 2018 World Cup was considered by many to be a miraculous one, considering how unheralded the side was coming into the tournament in Russia. Croatia’s Run-Up to Semifinal GROUP STAGE Croatia vs Morocco: 0-0 Croatia vs Canada: 4-1 Croatia vs Belgium: 0-0 Round of 16 Croatia vs Japan: 1-1 Quarterfinal Croatia vs Brazil: …

Tenacity and penalties, keys to Croatia’s deep World Cup run
2 years, 3 months ago

Tenacity and penalties, keys to Croatia’s deep World Cup run

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — With a population of around 4 million people, the magnitude of Croatia’s win against Brazil wasn’t lost on the team’s coach, Zlatko Dalić. But on the face of it, Croatia’s victory against the five-time world champions could rank among a host of upsets already produced by a tournament that is refusing to stick to the script. Perhaps …

For Brazil fans, the ‘sadness is too much’ after World Cup exit
2 years, 3 months ago

For Brazil fans, the ‘sadness is too much’ after World Cup exit

Al Jazeera  

Croatia stunned top-ranked Brazil and their legions of fans after defeating the Brazilians 4-2 on penalties in Qatar. It would be an understatement to say Brazil’s stunning defeat to Croatia on Friday at the Qatar World Cup was simply a disappointment that fans of Selecao Canarinho will get over in a few days. The five-time World Cup champions were on …

Croatia wins yet another penalty shootout at World Cup
2 years, 3 months ago

Croatia wins yet another penalty shootout at World Cup

Associated Press  

AL RAYYAN, Qatar — When it comes down to a penalty shootout at the World Cup, count on Croatia to make it through. Croatia goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic got things started on Friday, saving the opening penalty attempt from Rodrygo. ”And that’s the recipe for success.” Livakovic had made several key saves throughout the match, but Neymar gave Brazil the lead …

Croatia 1-1 Brazil (AET, 4-2 PENS) - World Cup 2022: Favourites dumped out after Marquinhos miss
2 years, 3 months ago

Croatia 1-1 Brazil (AET, 4-2 PENS) - World Cup 2022: Favourites dumped out after Marquinhos miss

Daily Mail  

Croatia's first ever triumph over Brazil sees them secure consecutive semi-finals Rodrygo had his penalty saved and Marquinhos hit the post in the shootout Lesson number one at the place they call Education City, never ever write off Croatia. Croatia stars celebrate their dramatic World Cup penalty shootout victory over Brazil Brazil players look on devastated following their 4-2 shootout …

Recap: Croatia vs Brazil – World Cup 2022
2 years, 3 months ago

Recap: Croatia vs Brazil – World Cup 2022

Al Jazeera  

Croatia has knocked tournament favourites Brazil out of the World Cup, beating the five-time champions 4-2 in a penalty shootout in the quarterfinals after the score was even after 120 minutes. Through a tense opening half at the Education City Stadium on Friday, there was nothing to separate tournament favourites Brazil and Croatia, with both sides enjoying half chances in …

‘Only Croatia can do this’ — breaking down the comeback that stunned Brazil
2 years, 3 months ago

‘Only Croatia can do this’ — breaking down the comeback that stunned Brazil

New York Times  

Croatia celebrated “one of the greatest wins” after coming from 1-0 down in extra-time to beat Brazil on penalties in the World Cup quarter-final. We suffered a very painful defeat and we could have won.” The Athletic has spoken to those involve, drawn on tactical analysis and watched the drama that unfolded at Doha’s Education City Stadium to explain how …

Morocco defeat Spain: Luis Enrique’s penalty homework fails and Hakimi’s masterful game
2 years, 3 months ago

Morocco defeat Spain: Luis Enrique’s penalty homework fails and Hakimi’s masterful game

New York Times  

After an incredibly cagey 120 minutes, Morocco have beaten Spain 3-0 on penalties to reach their first World Cup quarter-final, with Achraf Hakimi scoring the winner with a sumptuous Panenka. African teams winning in World Cup R16 WORLD CUP SCORE 1990 Cameroon 2-1 Colombia 2002 Senegal 2-1 Sweden 2010 Ghana 2-1 USA 2022 Morocco 0-0 Spain It also means that …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Dominik Livakovic Shines as Croatia Reach Quarterfinals With Penalty Shootout Win Over Japan
2 years, 3 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Dominik Livakovic Shines as Croatia Reach Quarterfinals With Penalty Shootout Win Over Japan

News 18  

Croatia reached the quarter-finals of the World Cup on Monday with a dramatic 3-1 penalty shoot-out win over Japan after a tense last-16 clash ended 1-1. Croatia now face either Brazil or South Korea in the last eight and continued midfield icon Luka Modric’s stay at his fourth and likely final World Cup. Japan vs Croatia Match Highlights FIFA World …

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Croatia beats Japan 3-1 in penalty shootout to reach quarterfinals
2 years, 3 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Croatia beats Japan 3-1 in penalty shootout to reach quarterfinals

The Hindu  

Goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic saved three spot-kicks as Croatia beat Japan 3-1 in a penalty shootout to reach the World Cup quarterfinals for the third time after an enthralling 120-minute contest finished deadlocked at 1-1 on Monday. Daizen Maeda opened the scoring for Japan in the 43rd minute and Ivan Perisic headed the equaliser 10 minutes after the break but the …

Spain coach Luis Enrique set players ‘homework’ of 1,000 penalties ahead of FIFA World Cup
2 years, 3 months ago

Spain coach Luis Enrique set players ‘homework’ of 1,000 penalties ahead of FIFA World Cup

The Hindu  

Spain coach Luis Enrique set each of his players the “homework” of practising 1,000 penalties ahead of the FIFA World Cup, saying he is convinced they are not a lottery. | Photo Credit: GETTY IMAGES “Over a year ago, in one of the Spain camps, I told them they had to get here with at least 1,000 penalties taken,” Enrique …

Spain is prepared for penalties against Morocco at World Cup
2 years, 3 months ago

Spain is prepared for penalties against Morocco at World Cup

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — Spain coach Luis Enrique gave his team a unique assignment following a penalty shootout loss to Italy at last year’s European Championship. “It’s homework that we’ve taken into account.” Morocco has been one of the biggest surprises of the tournament by winning a difficult group ahead of 2018 finalist Croatia and 2018 semifinalist Belgium. “It’s a festival …

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