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Netherlands head coach Ronald Koeman has urged “difference-maker” Memphis Depay to regain fitness and “be in top form” for this summer’s World Cup.Depay was left out of Koeman’s squad for the March international break after the Corinthians forward suffered a thigh injury, though he still travelled to Netherlands for treatment.The 32-year-old was Netherlands’ star performer […]

Netherlands head coach Ronald Koeman has urged “difference-maker” Memphis Depay to regain fitness and “be in top form” for this summer’s World Cup. Depay was left out of Koeman’s squad for the March international break after the Corinthians forward suffered a thigh injury, though he still travelled to Netherlands for treatment. The 32-year-old was Netherlands’ […]

 Romelu Lukaku has explained the mental toll of his injury-hit campaign as he targets a strong end to the season.Lukaku withdrew from Belgium’s squad for this month’s fixtures against the United States and Mexico.Belgium’s record scorer has managed just seven appearances for Napoli this season, totalling just 64 minutes.In a social media post, the 32-year-old […]

  Romelu Lukaku has explained the mental toll of his injury-hit campaign as he targets a strong end to the season. Lukaku withdrew from Belgium’s squad for this month’s fixtures against the United States and Mexico. Belgium’s record scorer has managed just seven appearances for Napoli this season, totalling just 64 minutes. In a social […]

While James Trafford might have only completed a big-money return to Manchester City last summer, the England international should be planning for yet another Etihad exit over the coming months.Only completing a reported £31million return to the Premier League giants nine months ago, the former Burnley shot-stopper suddenly finds himself at the heart of a […]

Jose Mourinho claimed Portugal look like a “run-of-the-mill team” without Cristiano Ronaldo in their ranks after a disappointing draw with Mexico.Portugal played out a 0-0 stalemate with Mexico at the Estadio Azteca on Saturday, but they struggled to break down their hosts’ defence.Ronaldo is currently sidelined with a muscle injury, and in his absence, Portugal […]

Jose Mourinho claimed Portugal look like a “run-of-the-mill team” without Cristiano Ronaldo in their ranks after a disappointing draw with Mexico. Portugal played out a 0-0 stalemate with Mexico at the Estadio Azteca on Saturday, but they struggled to break down their hosts’ defence. Ronaldo is currently sidelined with a muscle injury, and in his […]

Wayne Rooney does not see Harry Kane easing off as he prepares to lead England at the World Cup.Kane, who was rested for England’s 1-1 draw with Uruguay on Friday, has plundered 48 goals for Bayern Munich in all competitions this season since last summer’s Club World Cup.The 32-year-old is the leading goalscorer for a […]

Wayne Rooney does not see Harry Kane easing off as he prepares to lead England at the World Cup. Kane, who was rested for England’s 1-1 draw with Uruguay on Friday, has plundered 48 goals for Bayern Munich in all competitions this season since last summer’s Club World Cup. The 32-year-old is the leading goalscorer […]

Kylian Mbappe says he should be no exception to criticism at Real Madrid as he allayed fears that his focus is already on the World Cup with France.Mbappe has had his game time managed since December due to a recurring knee issue and missed five matches earlier this month due to the injury.He returned for […]