National media in agreement about Reece James after England’s win over Croatia
Thomas Tuchel gave Reece James the nod for England’s World Cup opener against Croatia, operating first at right-back before moving into central midfield. The win…
Match Coverage Archives: 06/2026
Spanish media praise Marc Cucurella despite draw v Cape Verde, hours after leaving Chelsea
If Marc Cucurella’s departure from Chelsea came as a surprise, Spain’s inability to beat minnows Cape Verde was even more of a shock. Cucurella impressed,…
How Marc Cucurella fared in first game after Chelsea exit as Spain struggle against Cape Verde
On the same day as his move to Real Madrid from Chelsea was confirmed, Marc Cucurella started for Spain in their first World Cup game…
Chelsea fans blown away by Pedro Neto after ‘world class’ moment for Portugal
Pedro Neto scored for Portugal on Wednesday night as Roberto Martinez’s side got the better of Nigeria in their final warm-up match ahead of the…
How Pedro Neto got on for Portugal as Chelsea star ends four-month goal drought
Pedro Neto was handed a start in Portugal’s final warm-up game before the start of the 2026 World Cup on Wednesday evening, and the Chelsea…
French media react as Chelsea star Malo Gusto contributes in Northern Ireland win
Malo Gusto is one of the latest Chelsea players to feature in a warm-up match for his country, France, as the 2026 World Cup edges…
