International Competitions

Three observations on Denmark’s 1-1 draw with Australia

1.  Eriksen delivered in just one moment—and then was invisible:  It was a bit of reverse from the game against…

7 years ago

Socceroos both at home and in Russia settle for draw against Denmark

Australia 1-Denmark 1 Australia faced Denmark tonight knowing that another plucky defeat would spell the end of their World Cup…

7 years ago

Three thoughts: Egypt vs. Russia at the 2018 World Cup

Thought #1: Hector Cuper’s conservative, defensive approach does not allow for Egypt to play from behind One of the concerns…

7 years ago

Uruguay advance to knockout stage after tough task against KSA

Uruguay 1-Saudi Arabia 0 Luis Suarez, who played his 100th match with the national team, gives the three points to…

7 years ago

Senegal, pouncing on defensive mistakes, pushes past Poland 2-1

There is an old adage in Boxing: Protect yourself at all times.  The referee gives this instruction to both fighters…

7 years ago

Senegal takes advantage of Polish miscues

Senegal 2 - Poland 1 Neither Senegal nor Poland took advantage of their big superstars as they would've perhaps have…

7 years ago

Japan takes charge in Group H with win over Colombia

Japan 2-Colombia 1 An unpredictable 2018 World Cup took another wild turn on Tuesday in Saransk, Russia. Despite being the…

7 years ago

“Historico Triunfo”, Headlines across Mexico!

“Historico Triunfo”, Headlines across Mexico! Mexico 1 : 0 Germany There is a way to silence your doubters and those…

7 years ago

Relief for England as Kane’s late goal snatches points versus Tunisia

England 2-Tunisia 1 England have never been known to do things the easy way. As a player Gareth Southgate featured…

7 years ago

After Slow Start, Belgium powers past Panama 3-0

It was a tale of two halves for Belgium in the World Cup opener against world cup debutante, Panama.  Following…

7 years ago