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Euro 2016: Portugal need Ronaldo to find goals against Hungary

Wednesday, 22 June 2016, 12:03 Last update: about 9 years ago Associated Press

Underwhelming through two goalless games, Cristiano Ronaldo has another chance to shine. The Portugal forward has failed get his team going at the European Championship, even missing a...

Messi leads Argentina over US 4-0, into Copa America final

Wednesday, 22 June 2016, 09:46 Last update: about 9 years ago Associated Press

Lionel Messi pretty much ended the United States' Copa America hopes in less than three minutes. Argentina's diminutive dribbling and scoring machine showed the skills, speed and brilliance...

Euro 2016: Turkey remains in contention with 2-0 win over Czechs

Wednesday, 22 June 2016, 06:09 Last update: about 9 years ago Associated Press

Turkey rebounded from two losses at the European Championship to beat the Czech Republic 2-0 on Tuesday and keep alive its chances of reaching the knockout stages from Group D. With their team...

Euro 2016: Germany beats Northern Ireland 1-0, tops group

Tuesday, 21 June 2016, 20:23 Last update: about 9 years ago Associated Press

Germany pounded Northern Ireland on Tuesday but could only manage a 1-0 win that still ensured the world champion topped its group at the European Championship and advanced to the round of...

Euro 2016: Croatia may be without Modric for match against Spain

Tuesday, 21 June 2016, 12:27 Last update: about 9 years ago Associated Press

Croatia may be without one of its best players for its toughest match at the European Championship. Luka Modric is nursing a muscle injury and is doubtful to play in the decisive Group D...

Euro 2016: Czech Republic meets with Turkey for spot in next round

Tuesday, 21 June 2016, 12:10 Last update: about 9 years ago Associated Press

Down to their last group match, both Turkey and the Czech Republic need a win to have any hope of advancement. The two teams met in the group stage at the European Championship eight years ago in...

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