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Slovenia Rallies to Beat Scotland 2-1

Slovenia Rallies to Beat Scotland 2-1

Despite controlling possession and taking the lead through Christie, Scotland fell 2-1 to Slovenia after second-half goals from Matko and Sturm.

By EnPelotas Staff
Slovakia crushes Moldova 4-0

Slovakia crushes Moldova 4-0

Goals from Strelec, Suslov, Hancko and Haraslín sealed a rout that leaves Slovakia with a perfect record and Moldova six points back in the standings.

Bulgaria edges Luxembourg despite being outplayed

Bulgaria edges Luxembourg despite being outplayed

Two early goals from Balov and Iliev were enough for Bulgaria to claim victory over a Luxembourg side that had more possession and shots in the Nations League.

Estonia, Iceland Draw 0-0

Estonia, Iceland Draw 0-0

Despite Iceland's dominance in possession and Estonia's sharper finishing, neither side could break the deadlock at A. Le Coq Arena, with Iceland finishing top of Group C4.

Kane's double powers England's 3-0 win

Kane's double powers England's 3-0 win

With an own goal and two Harry Kane strikes, England routed Czechia at Wembley in the UEFA Nations League, confirming their complete dominance of Group A3.

Spain rallies past Croatia to lead Group A3

Spain rallies past Croatia to lead Group A3

Despite an early Perisic goal and his later red card, Spain flipped the scoreline at the Poljud with two Merino goals to seal a 2-1 win and keep its perfect record in the Nations L...

Belarus Stuns Finland With Lightning Goal

Belarus Stuns Finland With Lightning Goal

A Shumanskiy strike before the first minute was enough for Belarus to win despite Finland's total dominance in the Nations League.

Albania beats San Marino 2-1 with late penalty

Albania beats San Marino 2-1 with late penalty

A Lazzari goal briefly leveled the match, but a penalty converted by Asllani in the 92nd minute gave Albania the win and the lead in Nations League Group C1.

Klopp's Germany bow: bright spots, open questions

Klopp's Germany bow: bright spots, open questions

With 44 call-ups and 16 debutants, the new coach tested a team that presses high but still struggles against opponents who sit deep.

Ronaldo won't play for Portugal under Jorge Jesus

Ronaldo won't play for Portugal under Jorge Jesus

The forward is waiting for a public apology from the coach that never came, according to sources consulted by ESPN.

Liga Profesional de Argentina

Enner Valencia: his role at Boca and the hat trick vs Racing

The Ecuadorian striker talked about what it's like living the Bombonera experience at 36 years old and revealed why he took off his jersey for the first time in his career after hi...

Kazakhstan Salvages 2-2 Draw With Faroe Islands

Kazakhstan Salvages 2-2 Draw With Faroe Islands

With two red cards along the way, Kazakhstan came back from 0-2 down against the Faroe Islands to secure a wild draw in the Nations League.

Amistosos Internacionales

Colombia could test Rengifo at No. 10 vs Peru

The setup would free Jhon Arias to play on the left flank and split the creative burden that has so far rested on one player among three.

River signs Bruno Cabral, Messi Cup standout

River signs Bruno Cabral, Messi Cup standout

The 16 year old forward, top scorer and MVP of the tournament organized by Messi, is now tied to the club through 2028 with a $100 million release clause.

Kane nears Shilton's England record

Kane nears Shilton's England record

The Three Lions captain and all-time top scorer could match Peter Shilton's 125 caps this Tuesday against the Czech Republic, though a trophy with the national team still eludes hi...

Liga Premier

Liverpool faces three fitness doubts ahead of City visit

Jacquet, Isak and Gakpo are all carrying physical issues, forcing Iraola to scramble for alternatives ahead of the match at Anfield.

United, Arsenal and Chelsea chase Matanovic

United, Arsenal and Chelsea chase Matanovic

While the three English giants size each other up over the Croatian striker, Madueke looks for a way out in January and Kane edges closer to a new deal with Bayern through 2029.

Santos Looks to Extend Neymar's Deal Through 2027

Santos Looks to Extend Neymar's Deal Through 2027

The Sao Paulo club is moving forward on a one year extension, though Libertadores qualification and the club's presidential elections could complicate the deal.

Banfield 1-1 Rosario Central: a draw that feels like a loss

Banfield 1-1 Rosario Central: a draw that feels like a loss

Despite an xG of 2.69 to 0.93 and 21 shots, Banfield couldn't hold onto its lead as Rosario Central equalized with a stunning strike from Cantizano in the 79th minute.

Mexico: Where Are the Players From the 7-0 vs. Chile?

Mexico: Where Are the Players From the 7-0 vs. Chile?

From Ochoa to Osorio, we look at where every player from that Copa America Centenario blowout stands today, just as Mexico faces Chile once again.

Mexico and Chile Clash in Los Angeles Showdown

Mexico and Chile Clash in Los Angeles Showdown

Coming off rough stretches in their recent friendlies, Mexico and Chile meet at the Coliseum, where the model gives the home side 55% favoritism.

Vélez 2-2 Platense: Late Drama

Vélez 2-2 Platense: Late Drama

Ronaldo Martínez scored a brace for the home side, but Franco Zapiola salvaged a point for Platense late on at the José Amalfitani.

Estudiantes routs Gimnasia Mendoza 3-0

Estudiantes routs Gimnasia Mendoza 3-0

A tight, scoreless match blew open in the final eleven minutes, as Estudiantes de La Plata scored three times to beat Gimnasia Mendoza 3-0 at the Jorge Luis Hirschi.

Riestra 1-1 Central Cordoba

Riestra 1-1 Central Cordoba

Milton Celiz's early goal wasn't enough for Riestra, who ended up tied 1-1 with Central Cordoba after Michael Santos found the equalizer in Group A of Argentine soccer.

Hungary rallies past Ukraine, 2-1

Hungary rallies past Ukraine, 2-1

Csinger silenced Yaremchuk's equalizer just two minutes later, handing Hungary a crucial win in Group B2.

Gyokeres gives Sweden win over Romania

Gyokeres gives Sweden win over Romania

A lone first-half goal from Viktor Gyokeres gave Sweden a 0-1 win over Romania, who are now rock bottom of Group B4 while the Scandinavians stay on top with 10 points.

USA, Canada Clash Unbeaten in Friendly

USA, Canada Clash Unbeaten in Friendly

Pochettino's side, perfect in 2026 with all wins, hosts an unbeaten Canada that hasn't conceded a goal, in a matchup where the model finds no clear favorite.

Colombia favored over Peru

Colombia favored over Peru

The model gives Colombia a 66% probability in a friendly where both national teams are searching for a return to winning ways.

Missed penalty leaves Windsor Park scoreless

Missed penalty leaves Windsor Park scoreless

Northern Ireland dominated clearly, missed an 83rd minute penalty from Isaac Price, and couldn't get past a scoreless draw against Georgia in the Nations League.

Montenegro 0-0 Armenia: dominance, no reward

Montenegro 0-0 Armenia: dominance, no reward

Despite 64.4% possession and 5 shots on target, Montenegro couldn't break through against Armenia, finished the match with ten men and holds onto first place in Nations League Grou...

    
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