17/10/2023 Football
17/10/2023 Football – There are a few games being played today. There are games in the Euros 2024 qualifiers, including England v Italy.
17/10/2023 Football – Euro 2024 Qualifiers – England v Italy
ngland aims for “payback” against Euro 2020 champions Italy in a crucial Euro 2024 qualifier at Wembley, reminiscing about their Euro 2020 final loss.
Facts
- ⚽ England and Italy face off in a Euro 2024 qualifier at Wembley.
- 🏴 England seeks a point to secure top spot in Group C and qualify for the finals.
- 🇮🇹 Italy’s qualification depends on their performance in this match.
- 🤝 Kyle Walker hopes to avenge their Euro 2020 final loss to Italy.
- 🥅 England scored first in Euro 2020 but lost on penalties.
- 😢 Walker compares the Euro 2020 loss to setbacks and subsequent triumphs at club level.
- 👥 Gareth Southgate highlights England’s improved performance since Euro 2020.
- 🇺🇦 Italy is level with Ukraine in Group C, with a game in hand.
- 🧐 Southgate emphasizes a balanced approach to secure victory.
- ⚽ Walker is proud to represent his country in the Euros, regardless of the score.
17/10/2023 Football – Euro 2024 Qualifiers – Northern Ireland v Slovenia
- ⚽ Jonny Evans feared retirement due to injuries but has made a positive comeback.
- ⚽ He captains Northern Ireland against Slovenia in a Euro 2024 qualifier.
- ⚽ Daniel Ballard is doubtful due to a thigh injury, and Paddy McNair is suspended.
- ⚽ Northern Ireland aims to finish the campaign strongly despite not reaching Euro 2024.
- ⚽ Evans believes Slovenia is beatable and offers encouragement to young players in the squad.
Facts
- Manchester United’s Jonny Evans returned to form after an injury-hit season with Leicester City.
- He won his 100th international cap and received a plaque from Pat Jennings.
- Daniel Ballard’s thigh injury makes him doubtful for the match against Slovenia.
- Paddy McNair is suspended for the game.
- Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill is confident in the squad’s depth.
- Northern Ireland faces Group H leaders Slovenia, determined to finish the campaign well.
- Jonny Evans praises young players and emphasizes the importance of perseverance in international football.
17/10/2023 Football Gossip & News
- Roma’s Future: Roma’s manager, Jose Mourinho, is likely to part ways with the club at the end of the season. No discussions about contract extension are on the table.
- Juventus’ Target: Juventus has their eyes on Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, a 28-year-old midfielder from Tottenham. The player is also on Atletico Madrid’s radar and is valued at approximately £30m.
- Manchester United’s Plans: The club is keen on acquiring Marc Guehi, a 23-year-old defender from Crystal Palace. He has also been linked to other Premier League teams.
- Investment in Tottenham: Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani may consider investing in Tottenham after pulling out of the Manchester United acquisition.
- Manchester United’s Overhaul: Sir Jim Ratcliffe is planning a complete revamp of Manchester United’s football department, a move supported by manager Erik ten Hag.
- Financial Constraints: Erik ten Hag may face limitations in the transfer market due to financial fair play restrictions.
- Aston Villa’s Contract: The club is contemplating offering Leon Bailey, a 26-year-old Jamaica winger, a new contract. His current contract expires in June 2025.
- Arsenal’s Confidence: The club is optimistic about renewing a contract with Ben White, a 26-year-old England defender who is content at the club.
- Manchester City and West Ham: Both clubs are interested in Ian Maatsen, a 21-year-old Dutch left-back, if he doesn’t renew his contract with Chelsea.
- Everton’s Interest: The club is eyeing Wesley Gassova, an 18-year-old Brazilian winger from Corinthians, but faces competition from teams in Spain and Portugal.
- AC Milan’s Player: Malick Thiaw, a 22-year-old Germany centre-back, prefers to stay at AC Milan despite interest from Real Madrid and West Ham.
- Contract Extension: Borussia Monchengladbach plans to extend Manu Kone’s contract by a year, making it valid until 2026.
- Injury Update: Romeo Lavia, a 19-year-old Belgium midfielder who joined Chelsea from Southampton, will be out until the end of November due to an ankle injury.
Tuesday’s gossip: Mourinho, Conte, Hojbjerg, Guehi, Bailey, Maatsen – BBC Sport
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