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Roberto Martinez hailed Diogo Costa as ‘the most hidden secret in European football’ after Portugal’s shootout victory over Slovenia at Euro 2024. Costa was Portugal’s saviour in Portugal’s last-16 tie on Monday evening as he became the first goalkeeper in the history of the tournament to save three penalties in a shootout. The Porto goalkeeper also produced a brilliant one-on-one save to deny Benjamin Sesko a goal for Slovenia in the final few minutes of extra time. Speaking after his side’s win on penalties, Portugal head coach Martinez said: ‘I think Portugal’s secret is Diogo Costa. Diogo Costa is the…

Nico Williams is holding out for a move to Barcelona after being approached by Chelsea, according to reports in Spain. The 21-year-old was Athletic Bilbao’s standout performer in La Liga last season with five goals and 11 assists. And he’s carried that form into Euro 2024 with his superb displays for Spain as La Roja prepare to play Germany in their quarter-final tie on Friday. Williams had attracted interest from several clubs ahead of the summer transfer window and his performances at Euro 2024 will have done little to dissuade the circling clubs. Arsenal, Chelsea and Barcelona have all registered…

Presidential debates have changed television and they have evolved over the years as we explore how a presidential debate is won. How presidential debates have evolved In the United States, at least in some regions, it has become a must-see TV. At the time of Nixon, it began as a patriotic event and now in 2024, it has become a hot gunslinger saloon. The best quips now not only make the headlines but also make viral videos. We take a deep dive into how presidential debates have evolved over the years and how the format has changed to shoot the…

England stars celebrate their comeback win in style against Slovakia with their partners

The United States Supreme Court rules Trump has some immunity from prosecution to the euphoria of his supporters. The US Supreme Court issues a long-awaited ruling on whether Donald Trump is immune from prosecution for official actions taken while in office. Dissenting justice: President is now a king above the law Justice Sonia Sotomayor, joined by Justices Elena Kagan and Ketanji Brown Jackson, dissented the opinion. Justice Sotomayor called the consequences of the court’s decision “stark” and said the court’s decision allows a president to use official powers to be insulated from criminal prosecution. Trump has some immunity from prosecution…

01/07/2024 – UEFA European Championship – Round of 16 – Last 16 Venue: Merkur Spiel-Arena Kick-off: 5 pm Where to watch? Live on ITV 1 – and stream via ITVX.  UEFA Euro 2024: Is France vs Belgium on TV? kick-off, team news, predictions & where to watch A struggling France takes on a struggling Belgium in the latest last 16 of the Euro 2024 on Monday, 1 July.  It’s been a mixed performance from both sides – France ranked 2nd in the world and Belgium ranked 3rd – this tournament so far, with mixed results as well. Both finished second…

UEFA Euro 2024 fixtures today Monday 01/07 Live build-up, Kickoff times, where to watch the Euros on TV and how to stream on the go. Last 16 France vs Belgium (17:00) Live on ITV1 and stream via ITVX Portugal vs Slovenia (20:00) Live on BBC One and stream via BBC Sports Website

Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally party take the lead in first round of French election voting Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally (RN) has taken a strong lead in France’s first round of parliamentary elections, following an unusually high turnout among voters. Official results showed that the nationalist leader’s party won 33 per cent of the vote, while current president Emmanuel Macron’s Together coalition slumped to third place on 20 per cent. Leftwing party New Popular Front (NFP) scored around 28 per cent. Nearly 60 per cent of the population turned out to vote, the highest in nearly four…

Labour can stem rise of populist right by improving people’s lives, says Starmer Keir Starmer has said a new Labour government would have to stave off a rise of the populist right by urgently restoring faith in British politics through “deeds, not words” and making a material difference to people’s lives. As the election campaign enters its final days, the Labour leader said that while “hope has been kicked out” of people, his plans for economic growth across the country, the NHS and the transition to renewables could help bring it back. He vowed to bring an end to “divisive…

England through to Euro 2024 quarter-finals after dramatic comeback vs Slovakia England survived a huge scare at Euro 2024 as they needed extra time to scrape past Slovakia in their last-16 tie. Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane scored to become the Three Lions’ last-gasp heroes, but huge concerns remain after another disjointed display from Gareth Southgate’s side. England were deservedly behind after another poor first-half performance saw Ivan Schranz put Slovakia ahead in the 25th minute. Phil Foden had the ball in the net early in the second half but his close-range effort was ruled out for offside. Kane then…