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Sweden underline title credentials

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Sweden 4 - 1 Germany Sweden underlined their Euro 2025 credentials with an emphatic 4-1 win over Germany in Zurich, finishing top of Group C and handing the eight-time champions their heaviest ever defeat at a European Championship. Author | Ed Stadium | Stadion Letzigrund Both sides had already secured passage to the quarter-finals, but top spot was still up for grabs in a match that quickly descended into chaos for Germany, who were reduced to 10 players after just half an hour. Germany made the brighter start and struck first in the seventh minute. A superb ball from Carlotta Wamser released Jule Brand, who slotted confidently beyond Jennifer Falk to score the first goal Sweden have conceded at the tournament. But Sweden hit back almost immediately. A turnover high up the pitch allowed Stina Blackstenius to race through and calmly roll the ball past Ann-Katrin Berger to level the scores. Germany continued to show ambition going forward, but their defensive shape unravelled. Sara...

Italy progress despite defeat

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Italy 1 - 3 Spain Esther González continued her impressive form with her fourth goal of Euro 2025 as Spain edged past Italy to maintain their perfect record Author | Ajay Stadium | Stadion Wankdorf Despite the defeat, Italy progressed to the quarter-finals as group runners-up after Portugal slipped to a surprise defeat against already-eliminated Belgium in Friday’s other Group B fixture. A closer look at what happened Italy made a spirited start in Salerno, unsettling the world champions early on. Captain Elena Linari rattled the crossbar with a thumping header before Elisabetta Oliviero struck a fierce left-footed shot beyond Adriana Nanclares to give Le Azzurre a deserved lead. The advantage, however, was short-lived. Just four minutes later, Athenea del Castillo cut through the Italian defence and exchanged passes with Alexia Putellas, who cleverly backheeled the return for Del Castillo to slam home the equaliser. READ MORE | Spain 6 - 2 Belgium READ MORE | What else has bee...

Crystal Palace demoted to Conference League

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This is a developing story. What are your thoughts on this Crystal Palace fans? Anger? Author | Lewis W The Selhurst Park club have beem demoted to Conference League after breaching Uefa ownership rules They will play in the Europe's third tier competition next season instead of the Europa League after Uefa ruled that the club had breached its multi-club ownership regulations. The decision follows an investigation into the role of American businessman John Textor, who holds a stake in Palace and is also the majority owner of Lyon. The French side have also qualified for the Europa League, prompting concerns over potential conflicts of interest. READ MORE | Latest Crystal Palace news and stories READ MORE | How Crystal Palace won the FA Cup  READ MORE | Visit London Super News for more reaction to this story Uefa regulations prevent clubs under the influence of the same individual or entity from competing in the same European competition. A deadline of 1 March 2025 was set for c...

England revive Euro 2025 hopes

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England 4 - 0 Netherlands England bounced back from their opening defeat at Euro 2025 with an emphatic win over the Netherlands, reviving their hopes of reaching the quarter-finals. Author | Olivia T Stadium | Stadion Letzigrund Lauren James was moved to the wing following criticism of England’s midfield setup in the loss to France, responded with two goals as the whole side produced a dominant display.  A closer look at what happened James opened the scoring after 22 minutes, drilling a low shot into the corner from the edge of the area following a superb long-range pass from goalkeeper Hannah Hampton. Sarina Wiegman’s side looked far more composed in Zurich, pressing with purpose, defending solidly and dictating the tempo throughout. Georgia Stanway, who had struggled against France, doubled the lead in first-half stoppage time with a powerful strike, celebrating with arms outstretched. READ MORE | A closer look at Euro 2025 James added her second just after the hour ma...

PSG ease to win over Real Madrid

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PSG 4 - 0 Real Madrid Paris St-Germain cruised into the Fifa Club World Cup final with a commanding win over Real Madrid, setting up a showdown with Chelsea on Sunday. Author | Peter Grainger Stadium | MetLife Stadium The semi-final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey was effectively settled within the opening 25 minutes, as the European champions tore through a surprisingly fragile Madrid side. Fabian Ruiz opened the scoring in the sixth minute after Raul Asencio failed to clear under pressure, with the referee allowing play to continue despite Thibaut Courtois bringing down Ousmane Dembele moments earlier. Dembele, a constant menace, doubled the lead soon after when he pounced on a miscued clearance from Antonio Rudiger and calmly slotted past Courtois. READ MORE |  Club World Cup news and stories The third arrived before the half-hour mark, Ruiz finishing neatly after an intricate exchange between Achraf Hakimi and Dembele carved open the defence. Real, without the injured...

Chelsea reach Club World Cup final

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Chelsea 2 - 0 Fluminense Chelsea advanced to the Club World Cup final with a composed win over Fluminense Author | Lewis W Stadium | MetLife Stadium Joao Pedro marked his full debut with a brace against the club he supported as a boy.  A closer look at what happened The £55m signing from Brighton opened the scoring after 18 minutes, curling a precise effort beyond Fluminense goalkeeper Fabio after Thiago Silva failed to deal with Pedro Neto’s cross. His second, a thunderous strike that clipped the underside of the bar, came 11 minutes into the second half and effectively ended the contest. Christopher Nkunku might have extended the lead, while at the other end Marc Cucurella was alert to clear Hercules’ goalbound effort and substitute Everaldo drew a strong save. The Brazilian side were left frustrated after referee François Letexier reversed a first-half penalty decision for a handball by Trevoh Chalobah following a VAR review. But once Chelsea had edged ahead, they rarely loo...

Spain eliminate Belgium from Euro 2025

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Spain 6 - 2 Belgium Alexia Putellas delivered a masterclass in creativity and composure as Spain reinforced their status as Euro 2025 favourites with a commanding win over Belgium Author | Jack L Stadium | Stockhorn Arena Putellas scored twice and provided two assists in a performance that highlighted her enduring class and influence. After making a flying start in their opener against Portugal, Spain took a little longer to find their rhythm in Thun, but once they did, they took full control. She opened the scoring in the 22nd minute with a rifled finish following a neat exchange with Vicky Lopez. Belgium responded almost immediately, with Justine Vanhaevermaet rising above the defence to head in Tessa Wullaert’s corner. Spain regained the lead six minutes before the break when Irene Paredes, back in the side after suspension, powered home a header from a set-piece. READ MORE |  What else has been happening at Euro 2025 READ MORE |  England’s Euros defence begins on ...