Maignan sends France to Nations League semi’s
Goalkeeper Mike Maignan saved twice in the shoot-out as France beat Croatia on penalties, sealing a place in the last four.
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Germany survive Italy scare
Germany denied a spirited second-half fightback from Italy, letting a three-goal lead slip, before reaching the Nations League semi-finals.
Portugal dump Denmark in Nations League thriller
Portugal overturned a 1-0 first leg deficit to reach the Nations League semi-finals on Sunday, winning a pulsating second leg against Denmark after extra time.
Spain oust Netherlands to reach Nations League semis
Nations League holders Spain reached the final four with a win on penalties against the Netherlands, after a thrilling quarter-final second leg.
Broos sends Bafana Bafana warning
Hugo Broos has warned his squad ahead of a key 2026 World Cup qualifier against Benin.
Bayern’s Neuer suffers injury setback
Bayern Munich goalie and captain Manuel Neuer is set for a longer spell on the sidelines after reaggravating his calf injury.
Boniface ready to join Europe’s elite
Nigerian star Victor Boniface’s future is bright, but his next move will define his career, writes DYLAN JOHNSON.
Merino strikes for Spain, Croatia down France
Mikel Merino’s 93rd-minute equaliser earned Spain a draw against the Netherlands, while Croatia have one foot in the semi-finals after stunning Kylian Mbappe’s France.
Italy’s Retegui out of Germany clash
Mateo Retegui is out of Italy’s Nations League quarter-final against Germany after picking up a thigh injury, the country’s football federation have announced.
Endo: Japan’s World cup qualification not enough
Liverpool’s Wataru Endo believes Japan’s sights are set higher than just qualifying for next year’s World Cup.