On June 22 at 3PM ET the final round of games in Euro 2016’s group of death will take place. In Lille, Italy take on Republic of Ireland while in Nice, Sweden play Belgium to decide Group E.
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When The Irish Took New York
Republic of Ireland has already met Italy three times at a major tournaments and the nations are preparing to meet again at Euro 2016. During the 1994 World Cup the Irish met Italy in Giants Stadium, New York in one of the most iconic matches in history.
The Panenka looks back at that afternoon under searing heat in New Jersey where the Irish invaded. Continue reading
Euro 2016 Group D: Final Round Preview
In the third and final game in Group D holders Spain take on fine young upstarts Croatia in Bordeaux as Czech Republic take on Turkey in Lens. The games both kick off at 3PM ET on June 21.
Euro 2016 Group C: Final Round Preview
Germany take on Northern Ireland while Poland face Ukraine in Group C. The games will be played simultaneously on June 21 and kick off at 3PM ET.
Ukraine Miss Chance For Atonement At Euro 2016 For Troubles At Home
Ukrainian football has faced up to some tough times over the past few years. Conflict and crisis in Ukraine is causing clubs to collapse, major disputations to the league and players fleeing the country for their safety. These are just some of the blows to football in the country that co-hosted the European Championship just four years ago.
The Panenka looks at why the war-torn country had been seeking redemption for it’s political and economic strife at Euro 2016 before being dumped out the tournament. Continue reading
Euro 2016 Group B: Final Round Preview
England take on Slovakia in St Etienne while Russia play Wales in Toulouse in Group B where there is still all to play for. Both games kick off at 3PM ET on June 20.
England take on Slovakia in St Etienne while Russia play Wales in Toulouse in Group B where there is still all to play for. Both games kick off at 3PM ET on June 20.
Euro 2016 Group A: Final Round Preview
France will face Switzerland in Lille while Albania take on Romania in Lyon. The games will kick of simultaneously on June 19 at 3pm ET.
The Rise of the Icelandic Football Team
Iceland’s ascent from the lower reaches of the FIFA rankings to Euro 2016 contenders is no coincidence. It is the result of a well thought out and meticulous plan that has thrust greatness upon a squad of players who have made history by reaching the tournament in France.
Iceland had never qualified for a major tournament in 23 attempts but that all changed when they finished 2nd in qualifying Group A to secure a place at Euro 2016. Victories against Holland and Turkey will live long in the memory of Icelandic football fans as their dreams of reaching a major tournament finally became a reality.
The Panenka looks at the steep and dramatic rise of Group F’s Iceland.
Match Preview: Belgium vs Republic of Ireland
In Euro 2016’s group of death both sides are under pressure to get a win here. With a number of teams being able to get to the knockouts with a 3rd placed finish in their group, three points could be all it takes.
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