Declan Rice and Jack Grealish, who both switched their international allegiance from Republic of Ireland to England, faced heavy booing from home fans during their match in Dublin. However, they both proved their worth by scoring for England and Grealish celebrated his goal with an enthusiastic fist pump amid the taunts from the home crowd. Despite the backlash, their performances earned praises from the England supporters and helped secure a 2-0 lead for their team.
Lee Carsley's first game in charge of England got off to a perfect start as the Three Lions cruised to a 2-0 win over the Republic of Ireland. Declan Rice and Jack Grealish, who both infamously switched allegiance from Ireland to England, scored the goals for the visiting team. Despite playing under a new boss and without former manager Gareth Southgate, England looked comfortable and in control throughout the match. However, Carsley's decision not to sing God Save the King and accidentally sitting in the wrong dugout raised a few eyebrows before the game.
Heimir Hallgrimsson suffered defeat in his first game as Ireland manager as Declan Rice and Jack Grealish, both controversial figures in Irish football, impressed for England in their 2-0 Nations League win. The loss was compounded by an injury to captain Seamus Coleman ahead of the team's upcoming match against Greece. Rice's goal also marked a unique feat, being the first in world football since 2011. Stay updated on all the latest football news by signing up for our email bulletin.
In a highly anticipated match between Ireland and England, it was Declan Rice and Jack Grealish who stole the show. With Rice previously playing for Ireland before switching to England, he was met with boos from the Irish fans. However, he rose to the occasion and helped lead England to a 2-0 victory. Meanwhile, Grealish's impressive performance also left a mark on the match and solidified his place in the England squad.
In a highly anticipated Nations League clash between England and the Republic of Ireland, all eyes were on Declan Rice and Jack Grealish - two players who had previously represented Ireland before switching their allegiances to England. While Grealish was making his debut for the Three Lions, Rice showed his true colours by scoring the opening goal for England after just 11 minutes. Despite the elation in the stadium, Rice opted to show respect to his former nation by refraining from celebrating his goal. This gesture was met with praise and admiration by both sets of fans. The match also highlighted the ongoing issues with inconsistency in refereeing decisions, with Rice's suspension for Arsenal's game against Tottenham sparking anger among Gunners supporters.
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice, who had received a red card in a match leading up to the international break, had a sensational start for England as they faced off against the Republic of Ireland. Despite being booed by the opposing crowd, Rice managed to find the back of the net with a beautiful shot from outside the box. He opted for muted celebrations out of respect for his former nation, where he previously represent-ed before switching allegiances to England. It was a successful return to the Aviva Stadium for Rice, who gave the Three Lions an explosive lead in the match.
As England took on the Republic of Ireland in their Nations League opener, all eyes were on Declan Rice and Jack Grealish, who both started against their former country. However, the two players faced a hostile reception from the Irish fans throughout the match, with jeers starting even before kick-off and a memorable poster in the crowd dubbing them "snakes". The contentious atmosphere was further fueled by interim manager Lee Carsley, who made headlines by not singing the national anthem and barely being audible over the jeers. For Rice, who had previously represented Ireland at both youth and senior levels, this was yet another chapter in his complex international career.
A new angle has emerged showing Brighton striker Danny Welbeck telling referee Chris Kavanagh to give Declan Rice a second yellow card, resulting in his sending off. This has caused even more controversy surrounding the incident, with Arsenal fans and coach Mikel Arteta speaking out against the decision. Premier League rules also state that players cannot request disciplinary action against another player, raising questions about potential punishment for Welbeck.
Erling Haaland's impressive hat-trick led Manchester City to a 3-1 win over West Ham, securing their spot at the top of the Premier League. The Norwegian striker has been a driving force for City, scoring 70 goals in just 69 league games since joining the team. Meanwhile, Arsenal suffered a setback in their title bid as Declan Rice was controversially sent off in their 1-1 draw with Brighton.
Manchester City's star striker Erling Haaland secured the team's third consecutive win of the season with his second straight hat trick in a 3-1 victory over West Ham. This puts City two points ahead of rival Arsenal, who was held to a 1-1 draw against Brighton after a red card for Declan Rice turned the tide of the match. Haaland's impressive form has already netted him seven goals in just three games, making it difficult for any team to catch up with City's lead.