#International Friendlies

# international-friendlies - Yesterday’s News

Upset

Lionel Messi's long-awaited international return ends in shock defeat to Venezuela

12 hours ago 7,015 Views 1 Comment

Messi had not played for the national team since their elimination by France at the 2018 World Cup.

# international-friendlies - Wednesday 20 March, 2019

Bale Out

92nd-minute winner spares Wales' blushes as they're pushed all the way by Trinidad and Tobago

Wed 10:20 PM 10,708 Views 6 Comments

Liverpool youngster Ben Woodburn scored the late goal for Giggs’ men in the international friendly.

# international-friendlies - Thursday 7 March, 2019

Welcome Back

Messi ends international exile to return to Argentina squad

Mar 7th 2019, 4:17 PM 5,585 Views 15 Comments

The Barcelona captain has not played for his country since the World Cup.

# international-friendlies - Thursday 15 November, 2018

Die Mannschaft

Leroy Sane scores first international goal for Germany as Löw's men stroll to victory

Nov 15th 2018, 10:42 PM 5,505 Views No Comments

The Man City winger was left out of Germany’s World Cup squad but was on target during a comfortable win over Russia.

Time To Say Goodbye

Wayne Rooney makes 120th and final appearance as Three Lions ease past USA

Nov 15th 2018, 10:17 PM 10,212 Views 7 Comments

Goals from Jesse Lingard, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Callum Wilson saw England see off the USA.

# international-friendlies - Wednesday 14 November, 2018

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Late drama sees Qatar pull off shock win over Switzerland side featuring Shaqiri and Xhaka

Nov 14th 2018, 10:03 PM 9,725 Views 8 Comments

They’re separated by 88 places in the Fifa rankings.

# international-friendlies - Tuesday 16 October, 2018

Friendly

Dutch midfielder scores first international goal to end Belgium's winning run

Oct 16th 2018, 10:29 PM 7,793 Views 3 Comments

Arnaut Groeneveld’s goal ensured the friendly between Belgium and the Netherlands ended in a draw.

South America

Miranda heads 93rd-minute winner as Brazil defeat Argentina in sapping Saudi Arabia heat

Oct 16th 2018, 10:26 PM 5,824 Views No Comments

Brazil edged past Argentina in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday thanks to Miranda’s dramatic late winner.

Injections

Koeman claims Liverpool defender Van Dijk 'has been playing with two broken ribs for weeks'

Oct 16th 2018, 2:18 PM 5,005 Views 3 Comments

The Dutch defender will sit out tonight’s friendly with Belgium, but his international manager believes he should be fine to return for the Reds this weekend.

# international-friendlies - Wednesday 10 October, 2018

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Mancini's winless run continues with Italy on emotional night as Genoa bridge victims remembered

Oct 10th 2018, 10:40 PM 6,097 Views 3 Comments

Ukraine held the Azzuri to a 1-1 draw.

VVD

'Sometimes he is a little too laid-back' - Dutch boss says Van Dijk must improve

Oct 10th 2018, 9:28 AM 5,647 Views 8 Comments

Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman is demanding improvement from the Liverpool defender.

# international-friendlies - Tuesday 9 October, 2018

Feud

Pogba and Mourinho feud has been exaggerated, says France manager Deschamps

Oct 9th 2018, 6:45 AM 5,499 Views 3 Comments

Paul Pogba’s relationship with Jose Mourinho has been under the spotlight this season, but Didier Deschamps is not concerned.

# international-friendlies - Friday 5 October, 2018

Skipper

Bale backed for Wales captaincy by Giggs

Oct 5th 2018, 7:54 AM 1,647 Views No Comments

Ashley Williams is expected to resume his captaincy duties against Spain but Ryan Giggs backed Gareth Bale as a future skipper.

# international-friendlies - Thursday 4 October, 2018

Talisman

Wales captain Bale named to face Spain and Ireland after shaking off groin strain

Oct 4th 2018, 1:58 PM 1,796 Views 1 Comment

The Real Madrid superstar has been included by Ryan Giggs, having missed Tuesday night’s Champions League game.

# international-friendlies - Thursday 13 September, 2018

Perspective

Rashford arguably developing more quickly than Ronaldo and Kane, says Southgate

Sep 13th 2018, 8:35 AM 5,630 Views 8 Comments

England manager Gareth Southgate says Marcus Rashford is a special talent who needs time to develop.

# international-friendlies - Wednesday 12 September, 2018

Enough Is Enough

'There's no way I'm going to stand for a situation like this' - Neymar claims 'lack of respect' after yellow card

Sep 12th 2018, 3:58 PM 12,438 Views 8 Comments

The Brazil captain felt he was harshly booked during his side’s rout of El Salvador in Washington

Reaction

O'Neill hopeful of Arter return after Keane row

Sep 12th 2018, 12:30 AM 6,843 Views 8 Comments

The Republic of Ireland manager was asked about the row involving the Cardiff City midfielder after tonight’s game.

# international-friendlies - Saturday 8 September, 2018

It's A Girl

Man City's Sane announces birth of daughter after withdrawing from Germany squad

Sep 8th 2018, 3:51 PM 6,398 Views 5 Comments

Leroy Sane has thanked Germany boss Joachim Low for allowing him to be present for the birth of his daughter.

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Diego Simeone's son fulfills prophecy with debut goal for Argentina

Sep 8th 2018, 11:58 AM 13,168 Views 2 Comments

Giovanni Simeone scored on his debut for Argentina against Guatemala on Friday.

# international-friendlies - Thursday 6 September, 2018

Level Pegging

Ronaldo-less Portugal hold World Cup finalists thanks to Pepe header

Sep 6th 2018, 10:13 PM 7,733 Views No Comments

Ivan Perisic opened the scoring for Croatia, but they were pegged back at the Estadio Algarve.

Agreement Reached

DBU reaches agreement with Denmark players to face Wales

Sep 6th 2018, 8:37 PM 4,470 Views 3 Comments

A row over sponsorship and commercial rights has been temporarily resolved.

Great Danes

Stand-in manager blown away by Denmark's amateur 'heroes' in Slovakia defeat

Sep 6th 2018, 10:20 AM 7,054 Views 2 Comments

A Denmark team made up of lower-league and futsal players held their own for large spells against Slovakia.

# international-friendlies - Wednesday 5 September, 2018

Guidance

'He needs people who tell him what to do'

Sep 5th 2018, 4:37 PM 7,638 Views 1 Comment

Germany may have welcomed Leroy Sane back, but Toni Kroos says the forward has room for improvement.

# international-friendlies - Tuesday 4 September, 2018

Player Dispute

Ex-Arsenal midfielder named temporary Denmark boss as futsal players set to line out

Sep 4th 2018, 5:53 PM 10,946 Views 10 Comments

John Jensen has been put in charge of the crisis-hit nation ahead of tomorrow’s meeting with Slovakia.

# international-friendlies - Tuesday 28 August, 2018

Selecao

Everton star Richarlison earns first Brazil call-up

Aug 28th 2018, 9:45 AM 5,009 Views No Comments

Richarlison is set to serve a three-match ban for Everton but he has been boosted by international recognition.

# international-friendlies - Monday 11 June, 2018

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Lukaku stars with two goals and an assist as Belgium cruise to pre-World Cup friendly win

Jun 11th 2018, 10:30 PM 10,859 Views 13 Comments

Belgium fought back from a goal down in Brussels as Romelu Lukaku inspired a resounding victory over Costa Rica.

# international-friendlies - Sunday 10 June, 2018

Octagon Control

Neymar accuses opponents of 'UFC' tactics after surviving first start since February

Jun 10th 2018, 8:54 PM 9,566 Views 15 Comments

The PSG star netted a stunning goal against Austria in Brazil’s final pre-World Cup friendly.

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Neymar, Coutinho and Jesus secure win as World Cup favourites Brazil head for Russia

Jun 10th 2018, 5:57 PM 9,048 Views 1 Comment

The Selecao put three unanswered goals past Austria at the Ernst-Happel-Stadium this evening.

# international-friendlies - Thursday 7 June, 2018

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PSG youngster eclipses Ronaldo on star's 150th outing

Jun 7th 2018, 10:39 PM 15,591 Views 8 Comments

Goncalo Guedes was the star of the show as Portugal eased past Algeria.

# international-friendlies - Wednesday 6 June, 2018

Getting Better

Hazard hones World Cup form as Belgium outclass Egypt

Jun 6th 2018, 11:56 PM 6,335 Views 3 Comments

Roberto Martinez’s side’s array of star names turned in a dazzling first-half display in Brussels.

# international-friendlies - Tuesday 5 June, 2018

Political Football

Balotelli clashes with Italian deputy prime minister over citizenship laws

Jun 5th 2018, 11:53 PM 6,925 Views 8 Comments

The striker does not want other children of immigrants to suffer as he did in waiting for citizenship until turning 18.

# international-friendlies - Monday 4 June, 2018

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Watch: Bournemouth star scores late equaliser as Netherlands draw with Italy

Jun 4th 2018, 10:05 PM 8,200 Views 2 Comments

Italy looked to be heading for a friendly victory courtesy of Simone Zaza’s goal, but Nathan Ake had other ideas.

# international-friendlies - Sunday 3 June, 2018

Rare Occurrence

De Gea makes rare goalkeeping error as Spain are held in pre-World Cup friendly

Jun 3rd 2018, 10:19 PM 13,663 Views 21 Comments

Spain’s two-year unbeaten run under coach Julen Lopetegui continued with a 1-1 draw against Switzerland in Villarreal on Sunday.

# international-friendlies - Saturday 2 June, 2018

Injury Scare

Worry for Belgium as Vincent Kompany limps off in dull pre-World Cup friendly

Jun 2nd 2018, 10:40 PM 7,343 Views 4 Comments

An injury scare for Kompany was one of the few incidents of note in Saturday’s goalless draw with Portugal.

Guess Who's Back

Neuer makes long-awaited comeback in surprise Germany defeat to Austria

Jun 2nd 2018, 9:20 PM 9,532 Views 7 Comments

A returning Manuel Neuer was unable to prevent Germany falling to an unlikely defeat to Austria at a sodden Worthersee Stadion.

Review

Impressive England go 9 games unbeaten with World Cup warm-up win

Jun 2nd 2018, 7:59 PM 15,865 Views 25 Comments

Goals from Gary Cahill and Harry Kane saw the Three Lions earn a victory over Nigeria.

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Turkey and Everton star apologises after getting sent off for confronting his own supporters

Jun 2nd 2018, 4:12 PM 6,596 Views 2 Comments

Cenk Tosun claims fans had been quarreling with his father.

Long Live The King

'Every medical report says he will make it' - manager confident Egypt will have Salah at World Cup

Jun 2nd 2018, 11:59 AM 3,687 Views 7 Comments

The Liverpool forward is nursing his way back from an untimely shoulder injury, but he is expected to play some part in Russia this summer.

# international-friendlies - Friday 1 June, 2018

World Cup Warm-up

Deschamps defends Pogba as fans whistle star during impressive win over Italy

Jun 1st 2018, 11:46 PM 18,464 Views 4 Comments

The Manchester United man was out-shone by Les Bleus’ brilliant front three of Mbappe, Griezmann and Dembele.

# international-friendlies - Wednesday 30 May, 2018

All Square

Northern Ireland held by England's World Cup opponents

May 30th 2018, 8:32 AM 8,238 Views 13 Comments

Michael O’Neill handed three debuts out during last night’s draw with Panama.

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