England

2024 - 10 - 13

From Lee Carsley's NAIVE World Cup Dreams to T20 Triumph: England on a Rollercoaster!

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Buckle up! England's football saga swirls with Carsley's ambitions and a nail-biting T20 win against Scotland!

As the interim England boss, Lee Carsley has taken the helm amid a storm of excitement and uncertainty, declaring he hasn't formally applied for the full-time managerial position. For Carsley, it's a privilege to don the England manager's hat, even as he navigates the slippery slope following England's disheartening loss to Greece. Fans await the upcoming clash against Finland with bated breath as Carsley promises a rebound. A change of tactics seems imperative, and the focus is on recalling tried and tested strategies after a less-than-stellar experiment turned south in Athens.

With Newcastle United fans chanting loyalties from the stands, many are still riding the Three Lions bandwagon as anticipation buzzes for the summer finals. Tensions brew as Carsley's naive optimism about England’s potential for World Cup glory, expressed in confidence about turning things around post-Greece, has led many to wonder if he’s simply daydreaming or channeling a future of footballing fortune for the national team. Detractors suggest that it's time for deeper, more tactical rethink if they wish to see results on a grand stage.

On a lighter note, while the football world breathlessly follows Carsley’s every move, Scotland’s women’s cricket team faced the mighty England in the Women’s T20 World Cup. The ladies pulled no punches! With Maia Bouchier shining brightly, England routed their opponents by a jaw-dropping ten wickets, pushing them closer to the semi-finals. The juxtaposition of football failings and cricket conquests demonstrates just how diverse and exhilarating England's sports landscape is right now.

As the drama unfolded on both football pitches and cricket fields, one can’t help but marvel at England’s sporting resilience. Did you know that England’s football team has made it to the semi-finals in three of the last five World Cups? And as for T20 cricket, Maia Bouchier is just one of many rising stars, reflecting the endless potential our athletes hold. With Carsley at the wheel for the time being, here’s hoping the magic continues, both on the grass and the pitch!

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England boss Lee Carsley: I haven't applied for full-time job - ESPN (ESPN)

England interim manager Lee Carsley said he had not made a formal application to become their permanent boss and added that he felt privileged to be given ...

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With my England hat on - I don't blame Lee Carsley one bit (The Mag)

It is for me of course, Newcastle United first, second, third, fourth, fifth… However, I do like England and look forward to the finals in the summer. Put it ...

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Finland vs England: Prediction, kick-off time, team news, TV, live ... (Evening Standard)

Lee Carsley and the Three Lions head to Helsinki looking to quickly bounce back from Greece debacle.

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England vs Finland live updates: UEFA Nations League team news ... (The Athletic)

Follow all the action as England look to recover from a home defeat against Greece in their trip to Helsinki.

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Carsley Naive to think England can win titles without trying ... (Banbury FM)

Interim boss Lee Carsley says England have the talent and experience to win the World Cup in two years but believes their approach needs to change to do so.

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Time for England to think differently against Finland after Greece ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

After an experiment gone wrong against Greece, Lee Carsley and England must return to what they know when they face Finland in Helsinki.

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'Carsley talks like a man who wants the England job – he needs to ... (Daily Star)

Whether he gets his wish remains to be seen, however, following this week's crushing defeat to Greece at Wembley. Carsley's audition as interim boss suffered a ...

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Finland vs England Predictions and Betting Tips: Futile Finnish Fight ... (Goal.com)

Get three Finland vs England predictions and betting tips from our football expert, before Sunday's 17:00 Nations League B clash (13/10/2024).

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England vs Scotland LIVE: Women's T20 World Cup – cricket score ... (BBC Sport)

England face Scotland in the Women's T20 World Cup at Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium, Sharjah – follow text updates, radio commentary and video ...

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Women's T20 World Cup: England thrash Scotland by 10 wickets (BBC News)

Maia Bouchier's classy unbeaten 62 helps England move a step closer to the semi-finals of the Women's T20 World Cup with a 10-wicket win over Scotland.

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England lineup: Alexander-Arnold starts in new position as Carsley ... (Football365.com)

According to reports, Trent Alexander-Arnold is set to start in a new position when England face Finland in the Nations League on Sunday evening.

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Lee Carsley's increasingly bizarre England audition opens up more ... (The Independent)

Finland 1-3 England: After a much-needed win in the Nations League, the interim manager provided another confusing mixed-message surrounding his future.

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Finland 1-3 England: Clock ticking for Lee Carsley & FA after week ... (BBC News)

England's latest international camp has been riddled with confusion on the pitch and off it, Phil McNulty looks at what next for Lee Carsley and the ...

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Finland 1-3 England - Three Lions get back to winning ways with ... (BT Sport)

Jack Grealish netted the opener before Trent Alexander-Arnold bagged the second and Declan Rice the third. Finland grabbed a late consolation goal in response.

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International round-up: Grealish on target in England win (Manchester City FC)

Jack Grealish was on target for England as the Three Lions bounced back from defeat against Greece with a 3-1 win over Finland.

Report: England WU17s 2-2 Netherlands (England Football)

Young Lionesses top EURO 2025 qualifying Round 1 group despite conceding late in entertaining draw.

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Trent Alexander-Arnold curls stunning free-kick as England beat ... (The Guardian)

The Liverpool right-back struck an exquisite effort from range to put England 2-0 up and Declan Rice tapped home a third to seal the win.

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England vs Finland player ratings as 'exceptional' Alexander-Arnold ... (iNews)

England did not fully convince against Finland but leave the capital as 3-1 winners thanks to Jack Grealish's cool first-half strike, Trent Alexander-Arnold's ...

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England 3-1 Finland (13 Oct, 2024) Game Analysis - ESPN (UK) (ESPN.co.uk)

Expert recap and game analysis of the England vs. Finland Uefa Nations League game from 13 October 2024 on ESPN (UK).

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Ollie Watkins assist for England (Aston Villa)

Ollie Watkins claimed an assist to help England to a 3-1 victory in Finland on Sunday evening. The Aston Villa striker stepped off the bench in the 69th ...

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England deserve 'world-class' manager, interim Carsley says - ESPN (ESPN.co.uk)

Lee Carsley was thrilled to see England back on track in their Nations League campaign with a 3-1 victory away to Finland on Sunday, but the stand-in ...

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Lee Carsley fears losing focus if he talks about permanent England job (The Guardian)

Lee Carsley said he did not want to discuss the permanent England job because it may cause him to lose focus.

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England return to winning ways in Nations League, Austria thrash ... (FRANCE 24)

England eased to a 3-1 victory away to Finland in the Nations League on Sunday, while Austria put five past Erling Haaland's Norway.

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England beat Finland to get back on track (FRANCE 24)

England avoided fresh embarrassment after their Greek tragedy as Trent Alexander-Arnold's superb free-kick inspired a 3-1 win against Finland in the Nations ...

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Nations League: England beat Finland plus Wales v Montenegro ... (BBC News)

All the latest football news and reaction as England beat Finland, plus build-up to Wales v Montenegro.

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Lee Carsley's increasingly bizarre England audition opens up more ... (The Independent)

Finland 1-3 England: After a much-needed win in the Nations League, the interim manager provided another confusing mixed-message surrounding his future.

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England need John Stones in midfield for Declan Rice's ego (Football365.com)

Declan Rice is not a defensive marauder; Arsenal have learned that and so must England. Is John Stones that man? Send your views to theeditor@football365.

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England Men v South Africa ODI Sold Out (The Ageas Bowl)

Tickets for England Men's ODI against South Africa sold out within four days of being on general sale, as 95% of tickets were sold during the ballot phase.

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The famous F365 England ladder crowns a new No. 1 and spends a ... (Football365.com)

The famous F365 England ladder crowns a new No. 1 and spends a lot of time shrugging uncertainly · 1) Declan Rice (3) · 2) Jude Bellingham (2) · 3) Harry Kane (1)

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Lee Carsley flip-flopping leaves England manager search in a mess (Evening Standard)

Carsley's contradictory communications over whether he wants the job capped an England camp dogged by chaos and confusion.

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Lee Carsley: What happens next with England manager search? (BBC News)

With interim head coach Lee Carsley not being drawn on the permanent England manager job, BBC Sport looks at what happens next.

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Pep Guardiola: Manchester City boss 'sounded out' for vacant ... (BT Sport)

Pep Guardiola is out of contract with Manchester City at the end of this season, and he is being linked with the vacant England manager's post.

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Nations League: England beat Finland plus Wales v Montenegro ... (BBC Sport)

Who should get England job? Nations League reaction & Phil McNulty Q&A. 14 October 2024. Pep Guardiola, Eddie Howe and Lee Carsley.

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Next England manager Q&A: What happens next amid confusion ... (Sky Sports)

Lee Carsley has given mixed messages over his hopes of landing the England job full-time; Carsley has endured a tough international break after a confused ...

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England face key questions and selection dilemmas ahead of squad ... (The Independent)

The Lionesses face Germany and South Africa this month ahead of Euro 2025 next summer.

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