Madrid, Sep 7 (IANS) Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) President Angel Maria Villar has announced his decision to withdraw from the race for the European football governing body UEFA’s presidency. “While I have received a great amount of support to continue my campaign, after a profound reflection I have decided to withdraw my bid,” Villar […]
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WC Qualifiers round-up: Spain, Wales clinch thrasing victory; Italy secures a comfortable win
On the day 2 of the round 1 in 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualification from UEFA zone, Spain destroyed the visitors Liechtenstein by 8-0 while 10-man Italy securing an easy win against the hosts Israel by 3-1. Also, Wales clinched an impressive victory against the hosts Moldova by 4-0 with the help of Gareth Bale’s […]
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Spain, Barcelona football philosophy is similar, says Roberto
Madrid, Sep 4 (IANS) FC Barcelona’s Spanish midfielder Sergi Roberto said that the philosophy of his national football team is similar with his club, indicating that Spain new coach Julen Lopetegui adopts the same philosophy of his predecessor Vicente del Bosque. Roberto on Saturday explained that both Barcelona and Spain apply the philosophy of ball […]
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Feel good factor to remain for Spain in first World Cup qualifier
Madrid, Sep 3 (IANS) Spain’s new chief coach Julen Lopetegui will expect his side to enjoy a comfortable start to the 2018 football World Cup qualifying tournament when they entertain Liechtenstein on Monday night. Lopetegui can be pleased with his first game in charge after replacing Vicente del Bosque in summer as Spain produced a […]
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Costa unhappy with press after Spain’s 2-0 win over Belgium
Madrid, Sep 2 (IANS) Spain striker Diego Costa played his part in the national football side’s 2-0 win away over Belgium, but then criticised the treatment he has received at the hands of the press. The Brazilian born striker has long been a controversial player due to his aggressive and provocative style of play and […]
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International friendlies round-up: Portugal, France, Spain clinch victories; Netherlands suffered a stunning defeat
Euro 2016 champion, Portugal clinched a thrashing victory over Gibraltar by 5-0. With the help of Nani’s brace, Cristiano Ronaldo-less Portugal easily won the match. On the other hand, Euro 2016 host and runner-up France beat Italy by 3-1 while Spain earned a victory over the hosts Belgium by 2-0. Netherlands suffered a stunning loss […]
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Battle lost for Arsenal and Chelsea as Real Madrid star confirms he will stay in Spain
The 31st of August is a day that most football fans round off on their calendar as it marks the deadline day of the summer transfer window in European football. Clubs from all over the continent make sure that they get their deals done before the window is shut which has seen a number of […]
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Spain coach Lopetegui drops Casillas from national squad
Madrid, Aug 26 (IANS) Spain’s new football coach Julen Lopetegui on Friday dropped the captain of La Roja, Iker Casillas, from the squad for the friendly against Belgium on September 1 and Spain’s first World Cup qualifier against Liechtenstein four days later. The three goalkeepers chosen by Lopetegui are David de Gea (Manchester United), Pepe […]
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US clobber Spain to win sixth straight women’s basketball gold
Rio de Janeiro, Aug 21 (IANS) The powerhouse United States women’s basketball team was nearly as dominant in the final as it was in every other contest at the Rio Games, winning its sixth straight Olympic gold with a 101-72 victory on Saturday. Spain, which secured its first every medal in this competition with a […]
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Guardiola, Mourinho should manage Spain, Portugal: Simeone
Madrid, Aug 20 (IANS) Spanish football club Atletico Madrid’s coach Diego Simeone has said top club coaches like Pep Guardiola, Jose Mourinho among others should be allowed to manage their nations alongside their day jobs. Simeone has long been linked with Argentina national team’s job but Edgardo Bauza was recently named as the coach. Simeone […]