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⚽ FC Daily Briefing – Monday, March 24, 2025
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Spain defeated the Netherlands on penalties to reach the Nations League semi-finals after a thrilling 3-3 draw.
Cristiano Ronaldo both scored and missed a penalty as Portugal edged past Denmark in a thrilling encounter to reach the Nations League semi-finals.
Still on Cristiano Ronaldo, the 40-year-old has been recognised by Guinness World Records for achieving the most international wins in history (132).
France staged a remarkable comeback, overturning a two-goal first-leg deficit to eliminate Croatia on penalties and secure a spot in the Nations League semi-finals.
Germany capitalised on Italian errors – including a bizarre mistake from goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma – to reach the Nations League semi-finals, despite a late fightback from Italy.
Belgium secured their place in Nations League A with a dominant 3-0 home win over Ukraine on Sunday, as Romelu Lukaku’s late double sealed a 4-3 aggregate victory.
A lacklustre Scotland succumbed to relegation from Nations League A after a woeful defeat to Greece at Hampden in the play-off second leg.
Evan Ferguson scored his first goal since November as the Republic of Ireland secured their Nations League B status with a 4-2 aggregate victory over Bulgaria.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored twice as Gabon defeated Kenya 2-1 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying, dealing a major blow to the East Africans’ hopes of reaching the finals.
Elsewhere, Mauritius fought back from 2-0 down and scored an injury-time equalizer to secure a 3-3 draw away to Eswatini in Group D.
The Black Stars held a recovery training session in Morocco on Sunday as they prepare to face Madagascar in their upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifier on Monday.
Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has insisted that football fans and the nation should not focus on the 2026 World Cup yet, stating that it is too early to do so.
More on Otto Addo, the 49-year-old is demanding perfection and focus ahead of their clash with Madagascar.
Asante Kotoko have reclaimed the top spot in the Ghana Premier League after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Basake Holy Stars on Sunday.
Bibiani Gold Stars dropped to second place after conceding a stoppage-time equaliser in a 1-1 draw against Hearts of Oak.
Meanwhile, Dreams FC continued their resurgence with a crucial 1-0 victory over Young Apostles FC.
Elsewhere, Medeama SC returned to winning ways with a commanding 2-0 victory over Aduana Stars.
⚽ Transfer News: Newcastle Striker Alexander Isak Prefers to Join Liverpool, Bayern Munich Striker Harry Kane Considering Return to England
Newcastle striker Alexander Isak is open to a move to Barcelona but would prefer to join Liverpool if the Reds pursue the 25-year-old Sweden international this summer.
Belgium midfielder Kevin De Bruyne, 33, has held talks with MLS side San Diego over a potential free transfer when his Manchester City contract expires this summer.
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane, 31, is considering a return to England this summer, with Liverpool emerging as his preferred destination.
Chelsea will have to pay Manchester United £5m if they choose not to make 24-year-old England forward Jadon Sancho’s loan move permanent.
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