England captain Joe Root's brilliant innings of 143 helped his team recover from a difficult position to reach 358/7 on Day 1 of the second Test against Sri Lanka at Lord's. Root's century, his 33rd in Tests, ties him with Alastair Cook for the most Test centuries at Lord's by an England player. He also becomes the active player with the most Test centuries, going past Steve Smith and Kane Williamson. Root's elegant cover drive after reaching his century was a highlight of his innings, which helped England get out of a spot of bother and take control of the match.
The reigning German champions Bayern Munich are gearing up for the new season with impressive results in their pre-season friendlies, including a 3-2 victory over Tottenham Hotspur. After dominant wins over Rottach-Egern and Duren Merzenich, the team continued their strong form by defeating Spurs twice, with former player Harry Kane on the field. Bayern's latest additions, Michael Olise and Joao Palhinha, add depth and strength to the squad as they aim to reclaim the Bundesliga title from rivals Bayer Leverkusen. Fans will be eager to see their team in action as they take on Ulm before facing Wolfsburg in their first league game on August 25.
Harry Kane made his highly anticipated return to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as Bayern Munich claimed a 3-2 pre-season victory in a highly entertaining match. The striker, who moved to Germany for £100m last year, came off the bench in the second half to a hero's welcome from the home crowd. Despite a strong start from Spurs, Bayern dominated the first half with goals from Dayot Upamecano, Serge Gnabry and Thomas Muller. Dejan Kulusevski scored twice for the home team, but it wasn't enough to overcome the dominant Bavarians.
Despite Harry Kane's highly anticipated return to Tottenham's squad after his departure to Bayern Munich, the team showed that they can hold their own without their star striker. In their friendly match against Bayern Munich on Saturday, Tottenham quickly took the lead and proved they don't need Kane to score goals. This surprising performance may foreshadow a bright future for Tottenham, with or without Kane.
New Zealand's star batsman Kane Williamson has announced he will be opting out of several international matches in January to participate in the South Africa T20 league. Despite stepping down as captain and forgoing a contract for the 2024/25 season, Williamson intends to continue playing for his country as long as possible. However, with other key players like Trent Boult and Lockie Ferguson also opting out of future tournaments, New Zealand may face a challenging rebuilding phase in the coming years. Williamson believes it is important for players to balance their cricketing careers with their personal lives, and urges cricket boards to monitor the growing number of players prioritizing T20 franchise cricket over international duties.
England's Harry Kane scored a penalty in the 75th minute of their match against the Netherlands, leading to a 2-1 victory and securing their place in the finals of the Euros. The decision to award the penalty was met with criticism, as the Dutch defender's high boot was ruled as careless and resulted in a spot kick. However, the referee deemed it fair according to the rules, marking this as the third fastest comeback in a Euros semi-final.
In a nail-biting match, England's soccer team rose to victory against the Netherlands in the Euro 2024 semi-final in Dortmund. The Dutch had a strong start, scoring a goal within the first seven minutes, but England's Harry Kane equalized the score from a penalty kick before Ollie Watkins secured the winning goal in the 90th minute. Fans across the UK are buzzing with excitement as the Three Lions are set to face off against Spain in the final match in Berlin this Sunday. Will it be a birthday celebration for England's Marc Guehi? Share your thoughts using #bbcfootball or join the conversation on WhatsApp or by text.
England secured a spot in the Euro 2024 final with a thrilling last-minute 2-1 victory over the Netherlands. After replacing Harry Kane, Ollie Watkins scored the winning goal in the 90th minute, solidifying England's chance at winning their first major tournament off home soil. This marks England's second consecutive Euro final and highlights the squad's impressive depth.
The highly anticipated showdown between England and the Netherlands in the UEFA Euro 2024 semifinal did not disappoint as both teams put up a thrilling and hard-fought match. The Dutch initially took the lead with a goal from Xavi Simons, but England's captain Harry Kane equalized from the penalty spot. As the game seemed to be heading towards extra time, substitute Ollie Watkins sealed the win for England with a dramatic goal in the 91st minute, securing their spot in the final against Spain.
Despite England's attacking line struggling to replicate their club form at Euro 2024, midfielder Declan Rice believes they have the momentum to beat Netherlands in the semi-finals and win their first European Championship. Captain Harry Kane, who has faced criticism for his performances, has received support from his teammates Luke Shaw and Trent Alexander-Arnold, who believe his presence alone poses a threat to opponents. Alexander-Arnold also praised Kane's abilities as a finisher and playmaker, making him a key player for England.