Football action heated up around the world this week as international friendlies, women’s top leagues, and key club news delivered drama, surprises, and standout performances. Here’s a complete breakdown of the results and what they mean.
By Advent Shoko
Football Results: International Friendlies
Belize 2 – 3 Sint Maarten: Sint Maarten edged a thrilling match away from home, coming from behind to clinch a narrow win.
Namibia 0 – 0 Comoros (Namibia win on penalties): Namibia held firm during 90 minutes and advanced in a tense shootout.
Zambia 0 – 0 Malawi (Zambia win on penalties): Another goalless draw decided by spot-kicks, with Zambia showing nerves of steel.
Kyrgyzstan 2 – 5 Madagascar: Madagascar’s attacking firepower overwhelmed Kyrgyzstan, marking a statement win.
San Marino 1 – 2 Faroe Islands: Faroe Islands came from behind to secure a late victory.
South Korea 0 – 4 Ivory Coast: Ivory Coast dominated from start to finish, leaving South Korea unable to respond.
Botswana 0 – 3 Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Warriors got goals from Mongameli Tshuma, Macauley Bonne and Bill Antonio. They play Zambia in the Four-Nation Tournament final.
Senegal 2 – 0 Peru: Senegal controlled the match from the first whistle, cementing their international credentials.
Canada 2 – 2 Iceland: A back-and-forth game saw both sides share the spoils in an entertaining draw.
Hungary 1 – 0 Slovenia: Hungary secured a narrow win at home, maintaining momentum in friendly preparations.
Burkina Faso 5 – 0 Guinea-Bissau: A dominant display from Burkina Faso, showcasing depth and attacking quality.
USA 2 – 5 Belgium: Belgium’s firepower proved unstoppable, leaving the USA chasing shadows in an exciting encounter.
Featured International Friendlies
Argentina 2 – 1 Mauritania: Argentina eked out a hard-fought win, demonstrating resilience in attack and defence.
Scotland 0 – 1 Japan: Japan’s disciplined approach earned them a narrow but vital victory over Scotland.
England: FA Women’s Super League
Everton W 2 – 3 Liverpool W: Liverpool edged a thrilling Merseyside clash, with late goals sealing the win.
Manchester United W 0 – 3 Manchester City W: City asserted clear dominance, leaving United searching for answers.
Arsenal W 5 – 2 Tottenham Hotspur W: Arsenal’s attacking duo shone brightly, powering the Gunners past their north London rivals in a goal-fest.
Spain: Liga F
Levante Badalona W 3 – 2 Alhama CF W: Levante Badalona held their nerve in a dramatic late win.
Espanyol W 1 – 0 Levante W: Espanyol secured a slim victory, demonstrating tactical discipline.
Deportivo La Coruna W 2 – 1 Eibar W: Deportivo La Coruna edged out Eibar in a closely fought encounter.
Sevilla W 0 – 1 Granada W: Granada stunned Sevilla with a late winner, spoiling home hopes.
England Squad Updates
England has confirmed that Arsenal’s Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka have withdrawn from the Three Lions squad and returned to North London for medical assessment.
Both players, along with Noni Madueke, were rested after the draw against Uruguay to recover from minor knocks. The timing is crucial, with Arsenal approaching a season-defining April.
Manager Mikel Arteta faces a tense wait as he hopes his two most influential stars recover fully, while Thomas Tuchel reshuffles Germany’s squad for the upcoming clash with Japan. Their availability could define Arsenal’s push toward domestic silverware.
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