15/08/2023 Football
15/08/2023 Football – Plenty of football is being played today. In the Women’s World Cup, Spain takes on Sweden for a place in the final.
15/08/2023 Football – Spain v Sweden
Spain and Sweden face off in the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 semi-final, with Spain’s record scorer Jenni Hermoso expressing excitement. The winner advances to the final against either England or Australia.
Facts
- ⚽ Spain and Sweden clash in the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 semi-final.
- 🏆 Spain’s Jenni Hermoso is thrilled about the possibility of reaching the final.
- 🏟️ The match takes place at Eden Park, Auckland, with kick-off at 09:00 BST.
- 📺 Coverage is available on BBC One, BBC iPlayer, BBC Sport website & app.
- 📻 Commentary is on BBC Radio 5 Live; live text, analysis, highlights, and reports are on BBC Sport platforms.
- 🌟 Spain’s first Women’s World Cup semi-final; Hermoso acknowledges nervousness.
- 💬 Spain’s coach Vilda praises president’s support amid squad dispute.
- 🇸🇪 Sweden seeks its first major trophy since 1984; winger Fridolina Rolfo aims to win for Sweden.
- 🎯 Spain’s Teresa Abelleira tops the chance creation table in the 2023 tournament.
- ⚽ Sweden’s Amanda Ilestedt shines with four goals from set-pieces at this World Cup.
15/08/2023 Football – Champions League – Servette v Rangers
Rangers lead 2-1 as they face Servette in the Champions League qualifying second leg, aiming to attack and secure their spot in the play-off round.
Facts
- 🏆 Rangers hold a 2-1 lead against Servette in the Champions League qualifying second leg.
- ⚽ The winner will face PSV Eindhoven or Sturm Graz in the play-off round.
- 🗣️ Rangers manager Michael Beale emphasizes attacking the game head on and not holding back.
- 🌧️ Weather, pitch conditions, and the new environment could influence the match’s outcome.
- 🚫 Servette overcame a red card in the last round to win through on penalties.
- 🗣️ Ryan Jack and manager Beale stress the importance of going on the offensive and silencing the home crowd.
- ✅ Rangers’ John Lundstram is unavailable, but Jack and Goldson are rested and available.
- ❌ Players like Davies, Kamara, Lawrence, and Matondo are omitted from Rangers’ squad.
- ⚽ Servette’s Enzo Crivelli and Gael Ondoua are available for the second leg.
15/08/2023 Football – Other Football
OTHER FOOTBALL – TUESDAY 15 AUGUST
All National League matches will be streamed internationally on National League TV (including UK)
1:00am UK TUE / 8:00pm ET MON
BRAZILIAN SERIE A – Bragantino v Vasco de Gama
UK – OneFootball
USA – Paramount+
4:00pm UK / 11:00am ET
SOUTH AFRICAN PREMIERSHIP – Sundowns v Arrows
South Africa – Supersport PSL
6:15pm UK / 1:15pm ET
SOUTH AFRICAN PREMIERSHIP – Chippa v Pirates
South Africa – Supersport PSL
7:45pm UK / 2:45pm ET
NIFL PREMIERSHIP – Loughgall v Glentoran
UK – BBC iPlayer
15/08/2023 Football Gossip & News
- West Ham’s Transfer Dilemma:
- West Ham might abandon their pursuit of Manchester United’s Harry Maguire due to delays.
- If the Maguire deal falls through, David Moyes is eyeing Bayer Leverkusen’s Jonathan Tah and Odilon Kossounou.
- The club is also keen on replacing Lucas Paqueta with Ajax’s Mohammed Kudus, contingent on a deal with Manchester City.
- Monaco’s Arsenal Interest:
- Monaco is preparing a better offer for Arsenal’s Folarin Balogun, who is valued at £50m by the Gunners.
- Southampton’s Lavia’s Preference:
- Romeo Lavia, a 19-year-old Southampton midfielder, leans towards Chelsea over Liverpool, even though Liverpool has agreed on a £60m fee.
- Brighton’s Transfer Plans:
- Brighton is negotiating a £15m deal for Lille’s Carlos Baleba, aiming to replace Moises Caicedo who moved to Chelsea.
- Clubs like Liverpool, Newcastle, AC Milan, and Juventus have shown interest in Baleba.
- Arsenal’s Defender Targeted:
- Arsenal’s Gabriel is being eyed for a transfer to the Saudi Pro League.
- Tottenham’s Replacement for Kane:
- Tottenham is considering Gent’s Gift Orban as a potential replacement for Harry Kane, who moved to Bayern Munich.
- Newcastle’s Arsenal Connection:
- Newcastle has approached Arsenal for Kieran Tierney, but the £30m asking price might be an issue.
- Neymar’s Transfer Saga:
- Top clubs including Manchester United, Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, Chelsea, and Manchester City passed on the opportunity to sign Neymar before he joined Al-Hilal in the Saudi Pro League.
- Mbappe’s Contract Situation:
- Kylian Mbappe’s return to Paris St-Germain’s squad hinges on him signing a new contract with the club.
- Lingard’s Premier League Ambition:
- Jesse Lingard, currently training with Inter Miami, is inclined to return to West Ham and continue in the Premier League.
Tuesday’s gossip: Maguire, Kudus, Paqueta, Baleba, Gabriel, Orban, Zaniolo, Tierney – BBC Sport
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