AFPBale and Wales swimming against the tide in Denmark clash at Euro 2020
Gareth Bale and Wales may have been the neutrals' favourites during their rousing run to the semi-finals of the last European Championship, but as they prepare to face Denmark in the last 16 at Euro 2020 in Amsterdam on Saturday the goodwill is likely to all be for their opponents.
AFP'Little owl' Verratti gives new impetus to high-flying Italy
Marco Verratti's return from injury has given new impetus to an Italy side looking increasingly like title contenders at Euro 2020.
ReutersSoccer-Almiron stars as Paraguay defeat Chile 2-0 in Copa America
Miguel Almiron got a goal and an assist as Paraguay beat Chile 2-0 in the Copa America on Thursday and confirmed their place in the last eight. The result ensures that with one round of group games still to play, Paraguay qualify from Group A along with Chile, Argentina and Uruguay. Bolivia, who lost 2-0 to Uruguay earlier on Thursday, are eliminated.
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