Rob Baxter: Exeter will not put pressure on young side for Toulon trip
A number of Exeter’s young squad could make their European debuts against Toulon Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter says he will not put too much pressure on his young side for their European Champions Cup trip to Toulon. Exeter have won just one away game in 13 months in all competitions. They travel to […]
HJK Helsinki 2-2 Aberdeen: Barry Robson’s side hit back from two down in Finland
Angus MacDonald’s incredible strike sparked the snowy comeback. Aberdeen roared back from two goals down to pick up a point in a snow-interrupted Europa Conference League thriller at HJK Helsinki. A 10-minute delay in the second half to clear the pitch gave both teams a chance to catch their breath in a wild game, which […]
Galatasaray 3-3 Man Utd in Champions League: Andre Onana costs side dearly
Andre Onana was at fault for both of Hakim Ziyech’s goals from free-kicks in the 3-3 draw in Istanbul The surroundings in Istanbul may be more modern in Galatasaray’s state-of-the-art new stadium than in days of old, but there is still a red-hot ‘Welcome To Hell’ reception from the stands and this was certainly a […]
Lazio 2-0 Celtic: Is ‘glaring’ lack of quality holding Brendan Rodgers’ side back?
Celtic competed well for large spells against Lazio, but Ciro Immobile’s late double left them facing another defeat Two points from six matches last season. One from five this term. What do Celtic have to do to change the narrative in the Champions League? A stern-faced Brendan Rodgers gave a pretty definitive answer after Lazio […]
Barcelona 2-1 FC Porto: Spanish side reach last 16 after coming from behind
Five-time winners Barcelona will play in the Champions League knockout stages for the first time since 2020-21 Barcelona came back from a goal behind to beat Porto and seal a spot in the Champions League last 16. Brazilian winger Pepe hammered home a rebound to give the Portuguese visitors the lead after half an hour. […]
Tottenham 1-2 Aston Villa: Jermaine Jenas analysis of Ange Postecoglou’s side
There is a lot to admire about Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou being so stubborn about the way he wants his side to play, even with the players he has got missing. There are a few negatives too, though, to counteract that – and not just with the run of three straight defeats Spurs are […]
Rotherham United 1-1 Leeds United: Millers hold Daniel Farke’s side to Championship draw
Crysencio Summerville’s early goal at Rotherham was his sixth in his past eight appearances for Leeds Leeds United missed out on a seventh win in eight Championship matches as they were held to a 1-1 draw by managerless Rotherham United. Crysencio Summerville cut in from the left to curl in an early opener for Leeds […]
Barnsley FC: League One side kicked out of FA Cup for fielding ineligible player
Barnsley are sixth in League One after 16 games Barnsley have been kicked out of the FA Cup for fielding an ineligible player in their first-round replay win at non-league Horsham. The seventh-tier side will now play League Two Sutton United in round two. The League One Tykes had won the replay 3-0 last week […]
Austria 2-0 Germany: Julian Nagelsmann’s side suffer second straight defeat
Leroy Sane’s red card is his first in professional football Germany were beaten by Austria to suffer a second straight defeat as Julian Nagelsmann’s reign continues to get off to a difficult start. The 36-year-old replaced Hansi Flick in September on a contract until July 2024, after Germany host Euro 2024. Marcel Sabitzer put Ralf […]
Wales v Turkey: Rob Page’s side set for night of nerves in final Euro 2024 qualifier in Cardiff
‘We’re all disappointed but have to pick ourselves up’ Venue: Cardiff City Stadium Date: Tuesday, 21 November Kick-off: 19:45 GMT Coverage: Live on BBC Radio Wales, BBC Radio Cymru, BBC Sounds, BBC Sport website and app, plus live text. Highlights on Match of the Day Wales, BBC One Wales from 22: 40 GMT and later […]