# International Friendlies

Last year

2022

Ireland to play Norway and Malta in November

Two fixtures have been announced for Stephen Kenny’s side today.

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Sep 21st 2022, 1:26 PM

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AS IT HAPPENED

Qatar v Ireland, International friendly

Ireland faced Qatar as they aimed to secure a first win under Stephen Kenny.

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Mar 30th 2021, 8:53 PM

# too good

Brilliant Coutinho free kick the highlight as win eases the pressure on Brazil boss

Lucas Paqueta and Danilo were also on target amid a 3-0 victory over South Korea.

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Nov 19th 2019, 3:57 PM

# Thriller

Paddy McNair scores twice as Northern Ireland triumph against Czechs in five-goal thriller

A superb first-half display from Northern Ireland was enough to secure a 3-2 win over Czech Republic.

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Oct 14th 2019, 8:11 PM

# On a Roll

Watch: Daniel James continues impressive form with curling winner for Wales

The Man United winger’s first-half strike made it back-to-back victories for Ryan Giggs’ side.

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Sep 9th 2019, 10:07 PM

# Going Well

Embarrassing own goal hands Northern Ireland fifth straight win

Kevin Malget had a night to forget at Windsor Park on Thursday.

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Sep 5th 2019, 10:17 PM

# Looking to the future

Argentina call up Brighton youngster Mac Allister for the first time

Manager Lionel Scaloni has named an inexperienced panel featuring seven uncapped players and no Lionel Messi.

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Aug 19th 2019, 10:34 AM

# Banned

Messi given three-month Argentina ban for accusing CONMEBOL of 'corruption'

Messi was sent off as Argentina beat Chile 2-1 in the Copa America third-place play-off last month.

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Aug 3rd 2019, 3:15 PM

# prep work

Griezmann scores as Mbappe picks up ankle knock in victory ahead of tough Euro qualifying trip

Thomas Lemar also scored in France’s 2-0 friendly win over Bolivia.

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Jun 2nd 2019, 10:47 PM

# Criticism

Messi: 'My six-year-old son asked me: 'Dad, why do they crucify you in Argentina?''

The Barcelona star has faced criticism for failing to match his club success with the national team.

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Mar 29th 2019, 4:12 PM

# doubt

Brazil boss Tite issues warning to Real Madrid youngster ahead of Copa America

Vinicius Junior could be excluded from the national team squad if he fails to impress for his club.

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Mar 27th 2019, 2:20 PM

# Report

Man City's Jesus hits double to seal unconvincing win for Brazil

Tite’s team previously faced strong criticism after being held to a 1-1 draw by Panama.

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Mar 26th 2019, 10:39 PM

# sceptical

Morocco seek clarification over Messi injury after agreeing to face Argentina 'first team' in friendly

Lionel Messi has been ruled out of Tuesday’s game in Tangier.

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Mar 25th 2019, 9:25 AM

# Calm

Brazil boss refusing to panic after woeful Panama draw

Tite is not too concerned by the disappointing performance.

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Mar 24th 2019, 12:21 AM

# Upset

Lionel Messi's long-awaited international return ends in shock defeat to Venezuela

Messi had not played for the national team since their elimination by France at the 2018 World Cup.

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Mar 22nd 2019, 10:12 PM

# bale out

92nd-minute winner spares Wales' blushes as they're pushed all the way by Trinidad and Tobago

Liverpool youngster Ben Woodburn scored the late goal for Giggs’ men in the international friendly.

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Mar 20th 2019, 10:20 PM

# Welcome back

Messi ends international exile to return to Argentina squad

The Barcelona captain has not played for his country since the World Cup.

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Mar 7th 2019, 4:17 PM

# Die Mannschaft

Leroy Sane scores first international goal for Germany as Löw's men stroll to victory

The Man City winger was left out of Germany’s World Cup squad but was on target during a comfortable win over Russia.

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Nov 15th 2018, 10:42 PM

# Time to say goodbye

Wayne Rooney makes 120th and final appearance as Three Lions ease past USA

Goals from Jesse Lingard, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Callum Wilson saw England see off the USA.

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Nov 15th 2018, 10:17 PM

# swiss leaks

Late drama sees Qatar pull off shock win over Switzerland side featuring Shaqiri and Xhaka

They’re separated by 88 places in the Fifa rankings.

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Nov 14th 2018, 10:03 PM

# Friendly

Dutch midfielder scores first international goal to end Belgium's winning run

Arnaut Groeneveld’s goal ensured the friendly between Belgium and the Netherlands ended in a draw.

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Oct 16th 2018, 10:29 PM

# South America

Miranda heads 93rd-minute winner as Brazil defeat Argentina in sapping Saudi Arabia heat

Brazil edged past Argentina in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday thanks to Miranda’s dramatic late winner.

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Oct 16th 2018, 10:26 PM

# Injections

Koeman claims Liverpool defender Van Dijk 'has been playing with two broken ribs for weeks'

The Dutch defender will sit out tonight’s friendly with Belgium, but his international manager believes he should be fine to return for the Reds this weekend.

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Oct 16th 2018, 2:18 PM

# Friendly

Mancini's winless run continues with Italy on emotional night as Genoa bridge victims remembered

Ukraine held the Azzuri to a 1-1 draw.

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Oct 10th 2018, 10:40 PM

# VVD

'Sometimes he is a little too laid-back' - Dutch boss says Van Dijk must improve

Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman is demanding improvement from the Liverpool defender.

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Oct 10th 2018, 9:28 AM

# Feud

Pogba and Mourinho feud has been exaggerated, says France manager Deschamps

Paul Pogba’s relationship with Jose Mourinho has been under the spotlight this season, but Didier Deschamps is not concerned.

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Oct 9th 2018, 6:45 AM

# Skipper

Bale backed for Wales captaincy by Giggs

Ashley Williams is expected to resume his captaincy duties against Spain but Ryan Giggs backed Gareth Bale as a future skipper.

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Oct 5th 2018, 7:54 AM

# talisman

Wales captain Bale named to face Spain and Ireland after shaking off groin strain

The Real Madrid superstar has been included by Ryan Giggs, having missed Tuesday night’s Champions League game.

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Oct 4th 2018, 1:58 PM

# perspective

Rashford arguably developing more quickly than Ronaldo and Kane, says Southgate

England manager Gareth Southgate says Marcus Rashford is a special talent who needs time to develop.

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Sep 13th 2018, 8:35 AM

# enough is enough

'There's no way I'm going to stand for a situation like this' - Neymar claims 'lack of respect' after yellow card

The Brazil captain felt he was harshly booked during his side’s rout of El Salvador in Washington

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Sep 12th 2018, 3:58 PM

# Reaction

O'Neill hopeful of Arter return after Keane row

The Republic of Ireland manager was asked about the row involving the Cardiff City midfielder after tonight’s game.

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Sep 12th 2018, 12:30 AM

# It's a girl

Man City's Sane announces birth of daughter after withdrawing from Germany squad

Leroy Sane has thanked Germany boss Joachim Low for allowing him to be present for the birth of his daughter.

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Sep 8th 2018, 3:51 PM

# like father like son

Diego Simeone's son fulfills prophecy with debut goal for Argentina

Giovanni Simeone scored on his debut for Argentina against Guatemala on Friday.

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Sep 8th 2018, 11:58 AM

# level pegging

Ronaldo-less Portugal hold World Cup finalists thanks to Pepe header

Ivan Perisic opened the scoring for Croatia, but they were pegged back at the Estadio Algarve.

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Sep 6th 2018, 10:13 PM

# agreement reached

DBU reaches agreement with Denmark players to face Wales

A row over sponsorship and commercial rights has been temporarily resolved.

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Sep 6th 2018, 8:37 PM

# great danes

Stand-in manager blown away by Denmark's amateur 'heroes' in Slovakia defeat

A Denmark team made up of lower-league and futsal players held their own for large spells against Slovakia.

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Sep 6th 2018, 10:20 AM

# guidance

'He needs people who tell him what to do'

Germany may have welcomed Leroy Sane back, but Toni Kroos says the forward has room for improvement.

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Sep 5th 2018, 4:37 PM

# player dispute

Ex-Arsenal midfielder named temporary Denmark boss as futsal players set to line out

John Jensen has been put in charge of the crisis-hit nation ahead of tomorrow’s meeting with Slovakia.

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Sep 4th 2018, 5:53 PM

# Selecao

Everton star Richarlison earns first Brazil call-up

Richarlison is set to serve a three-match ban for Everton but he has been boosted by international recognition.

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Aug 28th 2018, 9:45 AM

# hitting form

Lukaku stars with two goals and an assist as Belgium cruise to pre-World Cup friendly win

Belgium fought back from a goal down in Brussels as Romelu Lukaku inspired a resounding victory over Costa Rica.

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Jun 11th 2018, 10:30 PM