Which teenagers could light up Euro 2024?

Following in the footsteps of several teenage trailblazers Sports Mole selects the under-20s set to make an impact on Euro 2024. At most major tournaments, experience is cited as essential for any team hoping to lift the trophy; while that may hold true, a number of teen stars have made a major impact on past … Read more

Roberto Martinez discusses Portugal’s chances of success at Euro 2024

Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez says that the “small details” will determine the winner of Euro 2024. Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has said that the “small details” will determine the winner of this summer’s European Championship. The Iberian nation will open their Euro 2024 challenge against Czech Republic on June 18, while they will … Read more

Who is Kobbie Mainoo? Manchester United’s star midfielder who has emerged from the chaos to set himself up as England’s next superstar

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter “How does he even do that, at 18?” remarked one Manchester United coach after witnessing Kobbie Mainoo score a scintillating 97th-minute winner against Wolves back in February. “He is sat in … Read more

“Could 100% play for Manchester United” – Martinez addresses 19-year-old’s future

Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez insists that Benfica midfielder Joao Neves “100%” has what it takes to “play for Manchester United”. Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has insisted that Joao Neves “100%” has what it takes to “play for Manchester United” at some stage in the future. The 19-year-old, who made 55 appearances for Benfica … Read more

“Pure talent” – Luis de la Fuente picks out key man for Spain at Euro 2024

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente hails Manchester City midfielder Rodri ahead of Euro 2024. Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has lavished praise on Manchester City midfielder Rodri ahead of this summer’s European Championship. The 27-year-old was again in excellent form for his club during the 2023-24 campaign, scoring nine times and … Read more

Preview: Mauritania vs. Senegal – prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Sunday’s World Cup Qualifying – Africa clash between Mauritania and Senegal, including predictions, team news and possible lineups. Cellar-dwelling Mauritania host Senegal in World Cup qualifying on Sunday, keen to record their first win when they battle at Stade Cheikha Ould Boidiya. Amir Abdou‘s men have picked one point from an available … Read more