FIFA have confirmed that Russia have been kicked out from the 2022 World Cup qualifying series. The decision comes in the wake of President Vladimir Putin’s decision to launch military strikes in Ukraine. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Russia’s opponents, Poland, have been given a bye into the Path B playoff final on March 29. … Read more
Spain have plenty of quality in their ranks, and remain favorites to win this match, albeit narrowly. Spain begin their quest to reclaim European glory against Sweden at the Estadio La Cartuja in Seville (Spain vs Sweden) on Monday, June 14, in their first game of Euro 2020, EKO HOT BLOG gathered. The sides, drawn … Read more
Substitute Rodrigo’s stoppage-time goal cancelled out Marcus Berg’s opener for Sweden and gave Spain the draw they needed to qualify for Euro 2020 in a Group F game that finished 1-1 on Tuesday. Spain dominated the opening 20 minutes and looked set to easily book their berth in next year’s finals but Sweden goalkeeper Robin … Read more