Football News Update: Euro 2024, Champions League, FIFA World Cup, Women’s World Cup, Africa Cup of Nations Standings, Premier League, EFL Cup, EFL Championship, EFL One, EFL Two, and FA Cup
England Head into Euro 2024 Finale with Qualification Secured
England head into their final Euro 2024 group game with their passage to the knockout stages already secured. Manager Gareth Southgate will be looking for a more convincing performance than their first two games, as they face Slovenia, who are desperate to make it through to the knockout stages for the first time as an independent country.
The Euro 2024 referees in charge of the occasion have plenty of experience, with France’s Clement Turpin taking charge of his second game of the tournament. Turpin, who has officiated at the past two World Cups and Euros, will be assisted by countrymen Nicolas Danos and Benjamin Pages. Jerome Brisard will be on VAR duties, with Willy Delajod and Dutchman Rob Dieperink also part of the officiating team, and Turkey’s Umut Meler as the fourth official.
Football Competitions on the Horizon
In other football news, the Champions League group stage draw has been made, with several mouth-watering matchups in store. The FIFA World Cup 2026, to be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is also on the horizon, while the Women’s World Cup is set to kick off in Australia and New Zealand later this year.
Domestic Leagues in Full Swing
In domestic action, the Premier League season is in full swing, with Manchester City and Arsenal leading the way. The EFL Cup, EFL Championship, EFL One, and EFL Two are also underway, while the FA Cup is set to begin soon.
Africa Cup of Nations Update
Fans of African football will be keeping a close eye on the Africa Cup of Nations, where the group stage standings are starting to take shape.
Stay tuned for more updates on these and other football stories as the season progresses.
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