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Lamine Yamal makes history with Spain after scoring against England and Croatia in 2026-27 Nations League
At such a young age, Lamine Yamal continues to establish himself as one of the defining talents of his generation, etching his name further into international football history by scoring in back-to-back 2026–27 UEFA Nations League fixtures against England and Croatia. Lamine Yamal is regarded as the future of soccer, but he is already the present. The winger just made history for Spain after scoring back-to-back goals against England and Croatia in the 2026–27 UEFA Nations League . On M...
How to watch USMNT vs Chile match in the USA: Live Stream and TV for 2026 International friendly
The United States Men's National Team (USMNT) continues its series of international friendlies, taking on Chile at Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas, on Tuesday, September 29, 2026. Here is all the information you need to watch the game live in the United States. Here are all of the details of where you can watch USMNT vs Chile on US television and via legal streaming: WHO: USMNT vs Chile WHAT: International friendly WHEN: 8:00PM ET / 5:00PM PT • Tuesday, September 29, 2026 WHERE: Fubo , Peac...
Why is Luka Modric not starting for Croatia vs Spain in Matchday 2 of the 2026-27 UEFA Nations League?
Luka Modric will start on the bench against Spain as Croatia manages the 41-year-old's workload during this four-match international window. Luka Modric has been left out of Croatia’s starting lineup for the trip to face World Cup winners Spain in Seville, with Slaven Bilic opting to manage the 41-year-old’s workload during a demanding four-match international window. Modric started and scored in Croatia’s opening win over Czechia, but will begin this one on the bench. The decision line...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal status for Denmark clash takes unexpected twist after Norway incident and surprise training absence
After shockingly sitting out the entire 2-1 victory over Norway, the 41-year-old superstar has just missed a crucial training session, completely shaking up the narrative. The drama surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo ‘s role for Portugal is heating up right before their massive Nations League clash with Denmark. After shockingly sitting out the entire 2-1 victory over Norway, the 41-year-old superstar has just missed a crucial training session, completely shaking up the narrative. Ronaldo’s ...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal career enters new territory as 18-year record streak finally ends after Jorge Jesus’ unexpected decision
Cristiano Ronaldo and Jorge Jesus were at the center of an unusual moment during Portugal’s 2-1 UEFA Nations League victory over Norway, with the veteran captain watching the entire match from the substitutes’ bench. Cristiano Ronaldo and Jorge Jesus were at the center of an unusual moment during Portugal’s 2-1 UEFA Nations League victory over Norway , with the veteran captain watching the entire match from the substitutes’ bench. Ronaldo was available and even appeared ready to enter during...
Why is Rodri not starting for Spain vs Croatia in Matchday 2 of the 2026-27 UEFA Nations League?
Luis de la Fuente rotated Rodri out of Spain's lineup against Croatia, explaining the demanding schedule behind his rotation policy. Rodri has been left out of Spain ‘s starting lineup for the 2026-27 UEFA Nations League clash with Croatia , with Luis de la Fuente opting to rotate his squad given the demands of this stretch of matches. Spain hosts Croatia and Czechia before traveling to face Croatia again, all within an eight-day span following the win over England. De la Fuente explain...
Lamine Yamal starts: Confirmed lineups for Spain vs Croatia in Matchday 2 of the 2026-27 UEFA Nations League
Lamine Yamal and Luka Modric headline a generational clash as Spain hosts Croatia looking to build on its comeback win over England. Spain hosts Croatia at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan with Lamine Yamal expected to retain his starting spot on the right wing, as both sides bring three points into this 2026-27 UEFA Nations League Matchday 2 clash. La Roja opened its post-World Cup campaign with a thrilling 3-2 comeback win over England at Wembley, with Yamal scoring inside the first two minu...
Is Jude Bellingham playing today? Confirmed lineups for Czechia vs England in Matchday 2 of the 2026-27 UEFA Nations League
The biggest question heading into Tuesday's Matchday 2 clash in Prague is whether the midfield superstar will start as England looks to avenge a dramatic opening-day defeat All eyes are locked on Jude Bellingham ahead of a massive UEFA Nations League showdown. The biggest question heading into Tuesday’s Matchday 2 clash in Prague is whether the midfield superstar will start as England looks to avenge a dramatic opening-day defeat . With Czechia also desperately fighting for their first point...
Why is Pedri not starting for Spain vs Croatia in Matchday 2 of the 2026-27 UEFA Nations League?
Spain have confirmed their starting lineup to face Croatia on Matchday 2 of the 2026–27 UEFA Nations League, with Pedri notably left out of the starting XI. Spain face Croatia on Matchday 2 of the 2026–27 UEFA Nations League . However, Pedri will not feature in the starting lineup for the reigning World Cup champions. Manager Luis de la Fuente has decided to leave Pedri out of the starting XI to face Croatia. Nevertheless, the decision does not come as a total surprise. Luis de la ...
Why is Cole Palmer not playing for England vs Czechia in Matchday 2 of the 2026-27 UEFA Nations League?
Cole Palmer will miss England's clash with Czechia after withdrawing from the squad with a muscle injury picked up at Chelsea. Cole Palmer will miss England ‘s trip to Prague to face Czechia in the UEFA Nations League after withdrawing from Thomas Tuchel’s squad with a muscle injury, ruling him out for this entire four-game international break. The Chelsea forward had actually been recalled by Tuchel after missing this summer’s World Cup, but pulled himself out following the club’s defe...
Why is Christian Pulisic not playing today for USMNT against Chile in 2026 International friendly?
Christian Pulisic will be one of the biggest names missing when the United States takes on Chile in St. Louis, leaving plenty of questions about why the Milan star is absent from Mauricio Pochettino’s squad. Christian Pulisic will be one of the biggest names missing when the United States takes on Chile in St. Louis, leaving plenty of questions about why the Milan star is absent from Mauricio Pochettino’s squad. The national team has already shown it can produce plenty of excitement without ...
Is Christian Pulisic playing today? Confirmed lineups for United States vs Peru in 2026 International friendly
A number of well-known players, including Christian Pulisic, are drawing attention in the lead-up to the match. The United States and Peru are preparing for an intriguing international friendly as both national teams begin new chapters following very different 2026 campaigns. A number of well-known players, including Christian Pulisic, are drawing attention in the lead-up to the match. In addition, with a group of exciting young players pushing for their first senior appearances, plenty of a...
Carlo Ancelotti vows patience with Vinicius Junior after Brazil’s 4-2 win over Australia
Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti has publicly reaffirmed his complete trust in Vinícius Júnior following the Seleção's 4–2 victory over Australia, emphasizing that the star winger remains central to his national team project. Having coached Vinícius Júnior at Real Madrid , Carlo Ancelotti knows the winger’s qualities inside and out. Now that they have reunited with the Brazilian national team, the manager expects the forward to shine and prove his true worth. Brazil secured a 4–2 victory ...
Lionel Messi could bring legendary career to an end in 2026 despite Inter Miami deal running until 2028 due to one emotional reason
The possibility would bring an unexpected twist to the closing stages of a career that has already delivered almost every major individual and team honor available. Lionel Messi could be approaching the final months of his extraordinary professional career, with a new report claiming the Argentine is considering retiring from soccer at the end of 2026 despite having a contract with Inter Miami that runs until 2028 . The possibility would bring an unexpected twist to the closing stages of a c...
How to watch Czechia vs England in USA: 2026-27 UEFA Nations League, Live Stream, TV and Preview
Czechia host England at Fortuna Arena in Prague on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, for their Group A3 Matchday 2 fixture in the 2026–27 UEFA Nations League. Here is all the information you need to watch the match live in the United States. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Czechia vs England on US television and via legal streaming: WHO: Czechia vs England WHAT: Nations League WHEN: 2:45 PM ET / 11:45 AM PT • Tuesday, September 29, 2026 WHERE: Fubo STREAM: WATCH NOW M...
How to watch Spain vs Croatia in USA: 2026/27 UEFA Nations League, Live Stream, TV & Preview
Spain host Croatia at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium in Sevilla on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, for their Matchday 2 fixture in the 2026–27 UEFA Nations League. Here is all the information you need to watch the match live in the United States. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Spain vs Croatia on US television and via legal streaming: WHO: Spain vs Croatia WHAT: Nations League WHEN: 2:45 PM ET / 11:45 AM PT • Tuesday, September 29, 2026 WHERE: Fubo STREAM: WATCH N...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s road to 1,000 career goals: Joao Felix aims to provide the historic assist
As Cristiano Ronaldo continues his relentless pursuit of an unprecedented 1,000 career goals, his Portugal and Al Nassr teammate Joao Felix has revealed a personal ambition: to deliver the assist for that historic landmark goal. Cristiano Ronaldo could become the first player in soccer history to reach 1,000 official career goals —a historic milestone that Joao Felix , his Portugal and Al Nassr teammate , is eager to be part of. Following Portugal’s victory over Norway in the 2026–27 UE...
Why is Kylian Mbappe not playing today for France vs Belgium in Matchday 2 of the 2026-27 UEFA Nations League?
France visit Belgium on Matchday 2 of the 2026–27 UEFA Nations League, but Les Bleus will have to do so without Kylian Mbappe leading the attack. France started their 2026–27 UEFA Nations League campaign on a bittersweet note. While they managed to defeat Turkiye on the road , they lost Kylian Mbappe during the match due to an injury . In the 54th minute, Mbappe scored the solitary goal that secured France’s 1–0 victory over Turkiye. However, in the 59th minute , he went down in clear d...
How to watch Turkiye vs Italy in USA: 2026/27 UEFA Nations League, Live Stream, TV and Preview
Turkiye host Italy at the Ataturk Olympic Stadium in Istanbul on Monday, September 28, 2026, for their Group A1 Matchday 2 fixture in the 2026–27 UEFA Nations League. Here is all the information you need to watch the match live in the United States. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Turkiye vs Italy on US television and via legal streaming: WHO: Turkiye vs Italy WHAT: Nations League WHEN: 2:45 PM ET / 11:45 AM PT • Monday, September 28, 2026 WHERE: Fubo STREAM: WATCH...
How to watch Belgium vs France in USA: 2026/27 UEFA Nations League, Live Stream, TV and Preview
Belgium host France at King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels on Monday, September 28, 2026, for their Group A1 Matchday 2 fixture in the 2026–27 UEFA Nations League. Here is all the information you need to watch the match live in the United States. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Belgium vs France on US television and via legal streaming: WHO: Belgium vs France WHAT: UEFA Nations League WHEN: 2:45 PM ET / 11:45 AM PT • Monday, September 28, 2026 WHERE: Fubo STREAM: WAT...
Video: Lionel Messi strikes precision free-kick equalizer for Inter Miami against Columbus Crew
Lionel Messi produced another piece of brilliance, bending a free kick into the net from an almost impossible angle near the edge of the pitch to pull Inter Miami level at 1–1 against the Columbus Crew. Five minutes after Josef Martinez’s opener, Lionel Messi scored the equalizer for Inter Miami through a stunning free kick in Matchday 28 of the 2026 MLS season. Near the right corner, Lionel Messi and Inter Miami were awarded a free kick following a foul. The Argentine captain took char...
Is Lionel Messi playing today? Confirmed lineups for Inter Miami vs Columbus Crew in Matchday 28 of 2026 MLS season
Lionel Messi remains available for Inter Miami's clash with Columbus Crew before departing for Argentina's farewell match against Benin. Inter Miami travel to face Columbus Crew with Lionel Messi in the lineup, even as the club deals with a wave of absences tied to the September international window. Messi and Rodrigo De Paul will remain available for club duty until October 6 , when they depart to represent Argentina in the World Cup champion’s farewell match against Benin. Inter Miami...
Cristiano Ronaldo watches from the bench as Portugal wins behind a Goncalo Ramos winner
Cristiano Ronaldo stayed on the bench the entire match as Goncalo Ramos scored the winner in Portugal's 2-1 victory over Norway. Cristiano Ronaldo never left the bench, but Portugal didn’t need him to beat Norway 1-2 in Oslo on Sunday, with Goncalo Ramos stepping into the starting striker role and delivering the winning goal in his place. Jorge Jesus’ side has now taken six points from its opening two matches of this Nations League campaign. Portugal broke the deadlock in the 17th minut...
Jorge Jesus explains why he left Cristiano Ronaldo out against Norway
Jorge Jesus explained that resting Cristiano Ronaldo against Norway was a tactical call, not a permanent shift, and hinted he could return for Denmark. Jorge Jesus addressed the decision to leave Cristiano Ronaldo out of Portugal’s starting lineup for Sunday’s win over Norway , a choice that raised eyebrows given the magnitude of the matchup against Erling Haaland’s side in Oslo. Ronaldo stayed on the bench for the full 90 minutes as Goncalo Ramos delivered the winning goal in his place. ...
How to watch Columbus Crew vs Inter Miami game in the USA: Live Stream and TV for Matchday 28 in 2026 MLS season
Inter Miami travel to Columbus to take on the Columbus Crew at Lower.com Field on Sunday, September 27, 2026, for Matchday 28 of the 2026 MLS regular season. Here is all the information you need to watch the match live in the United States. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Columbus Crew vs Inter Miami on US television and via legal streaming: WHO Columbus Crew vs Inter Miami WHAT 2026 MLS season WHEN 7:00pm ET / 4:00pm PT • Sunday, September 27...