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Former Netherlands striker argues Wiegman is not ready to lead Dutch men’s national team

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Former Netherlands striker and football analyst Pierre van Hooijdonk said Sarina Wiegman is not yet suitable to coach the men’s national team.

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BBC

· Jun 25, 2026

'Buy both and stop mucking around' - fans on Fernandes and Tonali links

The club have already signed four players as they gear up for a first full season under Roberto de Zerbi, but who would be the right fit in central midfield? Tom: For the money, Fernandes seems like he could be a better purchase. While I would have liked Tonali, I'm cautiously optimistic that if we get Fernandes, it's a better long-term investment.

Football365

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· Jun 24, 2026

Six reasons why Man Utd want £80m-rated Mateus Fernandes…

Wondering why Man Utd – and everyone else – is so keen on Mateus Fernandes? We have six reasons the West Ham midfielder would be a brilliant buy

Get Italian Football News

· Jul 9, 2026

Leeds United prepare new Zion Suzuki approach, Illan Meslier replacement

As reported by TUTTOmercatoWEB, Leeds United are keen on Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki.The West Yorkshire club are in the market for a new keeper after the departure of Illan Meslier, who left on a fr...

The Independent

lean left

· Jul 6, 2026

When do yellow cards reset at the World Cup? All the England players on bookings before Norway game

England must be very careful if they are to have certain key players available, should they get past Norway in the quarter-finals

NDTV

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· Jul 12, 2026

'Need Direction, Not Chaos': Ex-India Coach Abhishek Nayar On England Tour Struggles

Former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar said players need clearly defined roles and greater backing after India's winless T20I tour of Ireland and England.

Football | The Guardian

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· Jul 10, 2026

Cutting off Erling Haaland is key but Norway are not just a one-man team | Emma Hayes

England need to be wary of a united Ståle Solbakken side who know their strengths before the World Cup quarter-finalEngland fans are going to have to be really patient on Saturday night because this World Cup quarter-final against Norway will feel like a grind and I would not be surprised if the match goes the full distance and we see 120 close-fought minutes. Let me be clear: this will not be an easy game and do not expect it to be played at a fast pace.With a weapon like Erling Haaland, Norway are a dangerous team to face. The crucial thing England have to do, tactically, is try to starve Haaland of service, because if that ball arrives in his proximity and he is given half a chance, you know it is going into the back of the net. He doesn’t need many chances because he’s so clinical. England have to work so hard to deny him service. Continue reading...

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Related coverage for "Former Netherlands striker argues Wiegman is not ready to lead Dutch men’s national team": BBC — 'Buy both and stop mucking around' - fans on Fernandes and Tonali links. Football365 — Six reasons why Man Utd want £80m-rated Mateus Fernandes…. Get Italian Football News — Leeds United prepare new Zion Suzuki approach, Illan Meslier replacement. The Independent — When do yellow cards reset at the World Cup? All the England players on bookings before Norway game. NDTV — 'Need Direction, Not Chaos': Ex-India Coach Abhishek Nayar On England Tour Struggles. Football | The Guardian — Cutting off Erling Haaland is key but Norway are not just a one-man team | Emma Hayes