20/08/2023 Football
20/08/2023 Football. Plenty of football is being played today. In the Women’s World Cup, it is the final, with Spain taking on the Lionesses of England.
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20/08/2023 Football – Women’s World Cup – Spain v England
🏆 England’s women’s football team faces Spain in the Women’s World Cup final, aiming to secure their first-ever world title and become the fifth nation to win the tournament.
Facts
- England, European champions, have a chance to make history by winning their first Women’s World Cup and becoming the first England team to win a senior world final since 1966.
- In their maiden final, Spain stands in England’s way; both teams will play at Stadium Australia in Sydney at 11:00 BST.
- The final will be broadcasted live on BBC One, BBC iPlayer, and the BBC Sport website & app.
- England’s path to the final has been challenging, overcoming injuries and tests, while Spain’s journey featured overcoming internal strife and strong opponents.
- Spain’s team is predominantly composed of Barcelona players, including Alexia Putellas and standout 19-year-old forward Salma Paralluelo.
- England’s manager, Sarina Wiegman has led the team with remarkable success, aiming to continue her streak of major tournament victories.
- The head-to-head record between England and Spain favours England, with only two losses in their last 13 games.
- The final match takes place in Sydney, with a sell-out crowd and royalty attendance.
- England is favoured due to their strong team unity and big-game experience.
Prediction
Former England keeper Rachel Brown-Finnis predicts England will win 3-1 against Spain, citing England’s togetherness, experience, and quality players as factors in their favour.
20/08/2023 Football – Premier League – Aston Villa v Everton
Aston Villa faces player injuries and fitness concerns, with Everton having mixed records and key players returning.
Facts
- ⚽ Aston Villa is missing several first-team players, including captain Tyrone Mings due to a knee injury.
- ⚽ Leon Bailey might play despite a lower back issue in the previous match.
- ⚽ Jhon Duran and Bertrand Traore are back in training but not fully fit.
- ⚽ Dominic Calvert-Lewin is back for Everton after a friendly match.
- ⚽ Youssef Chermiti, a new signing, lacks match fitness.
- ⚽ Jack Harrison, a Leeds loanee at Aston Villa, is sidelined with a hip problem.
- ⚽ Arnaut Danjuma and Vitalii Mykolenko aren’t ready for consideration, according to Sean Dyche.
- ⚽ Andre Gomes’ recovery is hampered by a calf issue.
- ⚽ Aston Villa has won 79 out of 210 top-flight matches against Everton.
- ⚽ Villa is undefeated in the last eight Premier League meetings with Everton.
- ⚽ Villa’s recent home league fixtures have started with wins for three seasons.
- ⚽ Everton could start the season with two consecutive losses in the Premier League.
- ⚽ Jordan Pickford is set to make his 250th Premier League appearance.
- ⚽ Ashley Young returns to Aston Villa, his former club, with 210 top-flight appearances.
- ⚽ Neal Maupay hasn’t scored in his last 28 games in all competitions.
Aston Villa v Everton preview: Team news, head-to-head and stats – BBC Sport
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20/08/2023 Football – Premier League – West Ham v Chelsea
West Ham could debut new signings Edson Alvarez and James Ward-Prowse, while Chelsea’s Reece James is injured. West Ham’s recent London derby record is poor, and Chelsea aims to improve after a string of losses.
Facts
- ⚽ West Ham might debut Edson Alvarez and James Ward-Prowse.
- ⚽ Chelsea’s Reece James is out due to a hamstring injury.
- ⚽ West Ham’s recent London derby record: 11 losses in 16 matches.
- ⚽ James Ward-Prowse is one goal away from 50 Premier League goals.
- ⚽ David Moyes has not beaten Mauricio Pochettino in 5 meetings.
- ⚽ Chelsea wants to avoid winless start in 2 Premier League games.
- ⚽ Chelsea won 5 out of last 30 Premier League matches.
- ⚽ Chelsea lost 10 away league matches in 2022-23.
- ⚽ Chelsea seeks to avoid 4 straight London derby losses.
West Ham United v Chelsea team news – BBC Sport
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20/08/2023 Football – Other Games
OTHER FOOTBALL – SUNDAY 20 AUGUST
12:00am UK SUN / 7:00pm ET SAT
CANADIAN PREMIER LEAGUE – Forge v HFX Wanderers
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ARGENTINE PRIMERA DIVISION – Velez Sarsfield v Barracas
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BRAZILIAN SERIE A – Cruzeiro v Corinthians
UK – OneFootball
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USA NWSL CHALLENGE CUP – Houston v Washington
Canada – TSN+
International – Watch NWSL
Malaysia – W-Sport
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USA NWSL CHALLENGE CUP – San Diego v Gotham
International – Watch NWSL
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BELGIAN PRO LEAGUE – Anderlecht v Westerlo
Canada – DAZN
South Africa – ESPN 2 Africa
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GERMAN 2 BUNDESLIGA – Braunschweig v Schalke
UK – Sky Sports App
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Caribbean – Flow Sports
USA – ESPN+
1:30pm UK / 8:30am ET
FAI CUP – St Patrick’s CYFC v Wexford
International – LOITV
2:00pm UK / 9:00am ET
SOUTH AFRICAN PREMIERSHIP – Galaxy v Chiefs
South Africa – Supersport PSL
3:00pm UK / 10:00am ET
BRAZILIAN SERIE A – Vasco de Gama v Atletico MG
UK – OneFootball
USA – Paramount+
5:00pm UK / 12:00pm ET
FAI CUP – Derry City v St Patrick’s
International – LOITV
5:00pm UK / 12:00pm ET
ITALIAN SERIE B – Sudtirol v Spezia
UK – Mola TV
Indonesia – Mola TV
USA – Fox Soccer Plus
5:15pm UK / 12:15pm ET
TURKISH SUPER LIG – Basaksehir v Fatih Karagumruk
Canada – beIN Sports 5
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5:30pm UK / 12:30pm ET
BELGIAN PRO LEAGUE – Club Brugge v RWDM
Canada – DAZN
South Africa – ESPN 2 Africa
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6:00pm UK / 1:00pm ET
ARGENTINE PRIMERA DIVISION – Arsenal v Instituto Cordoba
USA – Paramount+
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ITALIAN SERIE B – Venezia v Como
UK – Mola TV
Indonesia – Mola TV
USA – Fox Soccer Plus
7:45pm UK / 2:45pm ET
TURKISH SUPER LIG – Besiktas v Pendikspor
Canada – beIN Sports 6
USA – beIN Sports 6
8:00pm UK / 3:00pm ET
ARGENTINE PRIMERA DIVISION – Sarmiento v Tigre
USA – Paramount+
8:00pm UK / 3:00pm ET
BRAZILIAN SERIE A – Bahia v Bragantino
USA – Paramount+
8:00pm UK / 3:00pm ET
BRAZILIAN SERIE A – Coritiba v Flamengo
UK – OneFootball
USA – Paramount+
8:00pm UK / 3:00pm ET
BRAZILIAN SERIE A – Santos v Gremio
USA – Paramount+
8:15pm UK / 3:15pm ET
ARGENTINE PRIMERA DIVISION – Rosario v Atletico Tucuman
USA – Paramount+
10:00pm UK / 5:00pm ET
CANADIAN PREMIER LEAGUE – Cavalry v York
Canada – OneSoccer
Caribbean – Flow Sports
USA – Fox Soccer Plus
10:30pm UK / 5:30pm ET
ARGENTINE PRIMERA DIVISION – Lanus v San Lorenzo
UK – OneFootball
USA – Paramount+
20/08/2023 Football Gossip & News
Barcelona’s Latest Moves
- Barcelona is on the verge of acquiring Portugal’s right-back Joao Cancelo from Manchester City through an initial season-long loan.
- Marc-Andre ter Stegen, the German goalkeeper, is nearing a contract extension with Barcelona until 2028.
Chelsea’s Transfer Targets
- Chelsea is in talks with representatives of Folarin Balogun, a U.S. and Arsenal striker valued at £50 million.
Arsenal’s Player Decisions
- Nuno Tavares, Arsenal’s left-back, is considering alternatives as his potential transfer to Nottingham Forest faces complications.
- Arsenal has no plans to sell Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey despite interest from Saudi Pro League teams, Juventus and Fenerbahce.
Manchester United’s Squad Changes
- Crystal Palace is eyeing Manchester United’s English goalkeeper Dean Henderson.
- Aaron Wan-Bissaka is committed to staying at Manchester United to compete for the primary right-back position.
- Donny van de Beek and Brandon Williams are not in Manchester United’s current selection plans and may leave the club.
Paris St-Germain’s New Additions
- Paris St-Germain has finalized personal terms for a five-year contract with Eintracht Frankfurt’s striker Randal Kolo Muani.
West Ham’s Transfer Activities
- West Ham’s bid for Ghanaian midfielder Mohammed Kudus from Ajax has been turned down.
- The club has agreed on a £19 million fee, including add-ons, for Greek defender Konstantinos Mavropanos from Stuttgart.
Other Noteworthy Transfers
- Leeds United plans to sell French goalkeeper Illan Meslier before the summer transfer window closes.
- Liverpool has lost interest in Fulham’s Portuguese midfielder Joao Palhinha due to his £90 million valuation.
- Saudi Pro League’s Al-Ahli is in advanced talks to sign Marco Verratti from Paris St-Germain.
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