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Euro 2020
Gareth Bale missing a 61st minute penalty for Wales against Turkey

Flawed hero Bale gives Wales lift off

The surprise semifinalists of Euro 2016 are up and running. Wales captain Gareth Bale missed a penalty at a crucial moment but had the last laugh, inspiring the Welsh to their first win of the tournament.  

Austria's Arnautovic banned for 'racist' slur

Austria captain David Alaba reprimands Marko Arnautovic, far right, for his impassioned goal celebration against North Macedonia.

Austrian forward Marko Arnautovic has been handed a one-game ban by UEFA for an anti-Albanian slur he allegedly directed at a North Macedonia player. Arnautovic, of Serbian descent, denies any racist intentions.  

Germany lose opener after Hummels own goal 15.06.2021

Kai Havertz consoles Mats Hummels

An own goal from returning defender Mats Hummels was enough to condemn Germany to defeat in their Group F opener against world champions France. With European champions Portugal up next, another early exit looms.  

A fan watches Germany's defeat to France in a beer garden

Germany fans reconnect despite France loss 15.06.2021

Germany may have lost their opening game at Euro 2020. But for those able to watch the game on the big public screen this was less about a lost game of football and more about a long absent social connection.  

A Greenpeace protestor glides on to the pitch before the match.

German police probe Munich Greenpeace crash 12h ago

Two people are in hospital after a Greenpeace activist crash landed in the stadium ahead of Germany's match with France. The environment group has received a backlash for its "reckless" act.  

Kimmich, Germany's heartbeat for Euro 2020 14.06.2021

Joshua Kimmich standing in front of a Germany flag

Whether from defense or midfield, Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich heads Germany's next generation. The group has sights on the Euro 2020 crown, the only outcome Kimmich will consider a success.  

A photo of Turkey's national team

Euro 2020, a lifeline for the Erdogan regime?

A botched pandemic response, economic crisis and shock claims from a mafia boss: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is under fire. Despite losing the first two games, could a final 'home' game in Baku be a lifeline?  

Who is Netherlands striker Wout Weghorst?

Euro 2020 | Niederlande - Ukraine Weghorst Tor

The Netherlands' first appearance at a major tournament in seven years has put some of their players in front of a new audience. One of those is Wout Weghorst, the late bloomer whose qualities are well-known in Germany.  

News

Reality dents Palestine's football dreams 10h ago

Palestine national team players training in Gaza City

Palestine is competitive in Asian football, but development is limited by the realities of the situation at home. The violence that broke out in May made preparations for World Cup qualifiers even more difficult.  

Former Germany international Tabea Kemme

The woman hoping to revive Turbine Potsdam

Former Germany defender Tabea Kemme played for Turbine Potsdam during the club's glory days of the early 2000s. She has returned to the club with a new aim: to become the first female president in the Women's Bundesliga.  

Germany draw blank in front of returning fans 15.06.2021

Fans look on as Jana Feldkamp sets up a corner for Germany

Germany played their first home match in front of fans in nearly two years, but couldn’t muster more than a draw against Chile. An injury-depleted Germany will be thankful for a long layoff before their next match  

Sweden's Berg abused online after miss vs. Spain

Sweden's Marcus Berg lying on the turf after missing a golden chance against Spain

The Swedish FA has contacted police after a cascade of abuse was sent to striker Marcus Berg on social media. The 34-year-old had missed a big chance in Sweden’s 0-0 draw against Spain at Euro 2020.  

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'The worst Copa America ever'

Copa America Argentine fans

The Copa America, the world's oldest tournament involving national football teams, is underway in Brazil. With the pandemic forcing the matches behind closed doors, enthusiasm for the tournament is at best muted.  

Djokovic roars back to win 19th Grand Slam

Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic recovered from two sets down to beat Stefanos Tsitsipas in the French Open final on Sunday. It's now 19 Grand Slam wins for the Serbian player, who moves one title behind Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.  

Katompa Mvumpa banned for three months

Er heisst nicht Silas Wamangituka, sondern Silas Katompa Mvumpa.

VfB Stuttgart striker Silas Katompa Mvumpa has been banned for three months and fined €30,000 after admitting to playing under a false identity. The Congolese forward revealed his real age and name earlier this week.  

DW's German football podcast 13.06.2021

Project Fußball host James Thorogood

Ahead of and during Euro 2020, season two of Project Fussball explores German football identity. COVID-19 was the focus of season one.  

Sports Life
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Euro 2020: A Case for Belgium and England

The European Football Championship - a tournament in the corona pandemic, We rate the chances of Belgium and England  

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