We have no trauma about Italy, says Loew

Key Words: Germany Joachim Loew Germany's dismal record against Italy in major tournaments is not a source of trauma for the world champions, who will face their international nemesis in the Euro 2016 last eight, coach Joachim Loew said. The Germans, who are four-time world champions and have also won three continental crowns, have always lost to Italy in World Cups and Euro knockout rounds, including in the 1970 World Cup last four,...

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Man Utd ready to smash world-record for Paul Pogba: He's keen to work under Jose Mourinho

MAKING A MOVE: Manchester United are ready to bid for Paul Pogba   French daily L'Equipe say that Jose Mourinho is a big fan of the Juventus midfielder and wants to act on his interest. United chief executive Ed Woodward has opened negotiations with the Italian giants and a bid is expected next week when the two sides are set for another meeting. A lack of Champions League football at Old Trafford is said to be a serious negative...

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Arsenal ready to pounce for Real Madrid man if Spanish giants land big-money target

According to reports in Spain, Arsenal remain interested in Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema and could make their move later this summer. Speculation surrounding the Frenchman moving to the Emirates is nothing new, as he has been linked with joining the Gunners for some time now. However, as noted by El Confidencial, it would be difficult for him to remain at the Bernabeu if the current European champions opt to try and sign Robert Lewandowski...

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England could turn attention to Laurent Blanc following Gareth Southgate's FA snub

HE BOSS: Is Blanc the right man for the job? And that could clear the way for Laurent Blanc, who has emerged as a shock contender. Under-21s coach Southgate was sounded out in early May about the possibility of taking over on a temporary role if Roy Hodgson left after the Euros. Hodgson quit on Monday after the disastrous 2-1 defat to Iceland, clearing the way for the former Middlesbrough boss. But after a lot of soul-searching Southgate has...

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Neymar, Douglas Costa and Gabriel Jesus headline Brazil Olympic team

Brazil's 18-man list the Rio 2016 Olympics was revealed on Wednesday, and Neymar, Douglas Costa and teenager Gabriel Jesus will aim to lead their country to its first-ever men's gold medal. Coach Rogerio Micale's squad also included 37-year-old goalkeeper Fernado Prass, who has never played for his country. Neymar is expected to captain the team after receiving permission from Barcelona to play for the hosts. "Neymar is a difference maker,...

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Wenger expected to confirm commitment to Arsenal amidst England rumours – report

Arsene Wenger is expected to confirm his commitment to Arsenal in response to rumours linking him with the vacant England manager's job. Wenger has been mooted as a possible replacement for Roy Hodgson, who resigned this week following England's humiliating Euro 2016 exit to Iceland. As reported by the Telegraph, Wenger is expected to be sounded out for the England managerial position, but the Frenchman is set to reject the advances, while there...

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Jose Mourinho revolution gathering pace as Manchester United get green light over Real Madrid man

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is expected to be a busy man this summer as he continues to look for ways to strengthen his squad ahead of next season. The Portuguese tactician has already snapped up defender Eric Bailly from Villarreal, while he is also expected to finally wrap up a deal for Zlatan Ibrahimovic by the end of the week. However, that is far from his business being concluded for the summer, with Real Madrid defender Rafael...

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Arsene Wenger is England's No.1 target to replace Roy Hodgson

Gareth Southgate will be placed in caretaker charge and is expected to lead the Three Lions into the World Cup qualifying campaign, which starts on September 4 against Slovakia. But FA bosses admit the next appointment is massive and that they want someone with vast experience at the highest level to replace Roy Hodgson. He quit in the wake of Monday night's shambolic defeat to Iceland in Nice that saw England exit Euro 2016. A three man panel...

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Paris Saint-Germain hire Unai Emery as manager to replace Laurent Blanc

Paris Saint-Germain have hired former Sevilla manager Unai Emery on a two-year contract to 2018 after parting company with Laurent Blanc. Blanc, 50, had managed PSG since 2013, overseeing three of the team's four consecutive Ligue 1 titles and winning additional silverware in the form of French and League Cups along the way. Le @PSG_inside est heureux d'annoncer l'arrivée d'@UnaiEmery_ au poste d'entraîneur jusqu'en juin 2018 #WelcomeCoach...

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Nani says team spirit key to Portugal's progression at Euro 2016

Portugal winger Nani claims the spirit within the camp is the best he has witnessed during his 10 years on the international scene. The 29-year-old, who has made 100 appearances for his country, has scored twice during the tournament in France. Portugal have stuttered their way into the quarter-finals, after finishing third in their group thanks to three draws, before recording a narrow 1-0 extra-time victory over Croatia. Cristiano Ronaldo...

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Italy are better than in 2012 - Low

Germany coach Joachim Low is preparing for the counter-attacking threat posed by Euro 2016 quarter-final opponents Italy. Joachim Low believes Germany's Euro 2016 quarter-final opponents Italy are a stronger side than four years ago – when they reached the European Championship final. Germany go head-to-head with Antonio Conte's men in Bordeaux on Saturday after easing past their round-of-16 opponents Slovakia, but Low is wary of the threat...

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Euro 2016 quarter-finals: Four players banned from next stage, including PFA Team of the Year member

The Euro 2016 quarter-finals are slated to begin in just a few days but for four players they will not be allowed to represent their respective countries in the final eight. According to Squawka News, four players are scheduled to miss the upcoming quarter-finals: Sevilla defender Adil Rami (France), Leicester City midfielder N'Golo Kante (France), Barcelona defender Thomas Vermaelen (Belgium) and Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Thiago Motta (Italy). Kante...

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Chelsea set to submit third bid for Roma’s Radja Nainggolan – report

Chelsea are reportedly set to submit a third bid for AS Roma midfielder Radja Nainggolan, despite the fact the Italian giants are holding out for £31 million. The 28-year-old has been one of Roma's stand-out performers over the last two years or so and his displays have prompted strong interest from Premier League giants Chelsea. However, the departure of Nainggolan's midfield partner Miralem Pjanic to Juventus has left the Blues in a battle...

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Manchester United agree Henrikh Mkhitaryan personal terms, medical due

Manchester United are closing on the sensational signature of Henrikh Mkhitaryan.   Manchester United are closing on the signature of Henrikh Mkhitaryan and have even agreed personal terms, SkySports report. It is claimed a medical will take place 'within the next week', with a £26.3 million fee agreed with Borussia Dortmund. SkySports also claim a medical for free agent Zlatan Ibrahimovic will take place 'next week'. United have...

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