Scanlon’s previous goal for his country was a header, against Liechtenstein, last September.
Meanwhile, Sekou Kone’s Mali Under-20s side were knocked out of the Maurice Revello Tournament in Toulon.
The midfielder claimed an assist in a 2-2 draw with Saudi Arabia and, although Kone’s side won the penalty shootout and earned a bonus point, they still exit the competition on goal difference.
The former Reds defender appreciates the stakes are high when United and City do battle at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday but has been encouraged by the early signs displayed by Ruben Amorim’s men this season. Speaking in Stockport while participating in the Pro Am Padel Tour, the ex-England international was optimistic that we can…
Arne Slot has tried his utmost to supply serenity to Liverpool after Jurgen Klopp’s heavy-metal era, and the Dutchman is on course to return the Premier League title to Merseyside. Slot’s impending achievement will be made all the more impressive given the outside noise which has prevailed over Anfield this term. The contract situations of…
Very few players have enjoyed the luxury of playing for two of the world’s biggest clubs: Liverpool and Real Madrid. The two European behemoths have seldom done business with one another over the years but there have been some high-profile dealings, with the most eye-catching trades having seen Liverpool stars trade Anfield for the glitz…
Barcelona take a 1-0 advantage into the second leg of their Champions League round of 16 tie against Benfica on Tuesday night. After edging a nine-goal thriller in Lisbon during the league phase, just a single strike separated the two sides last week after Pau Cubarsi was sent off in the first half. Hansi Flick’s…
Barcelona aren’t expected to have issues securing a new long-term contract for key defender Jules Kounde, despite rumoured transfer interest from Chelsea. Chelsea are in the market for defensive reinforcement ahead of next season, with Benoit Badiashile and Tosin Adarabioyo not cut out to be starters at the very highest level. The Blues have also…
The Emirates Stadium plays host to an all-London affair in the Premier League on Sunday as Arsenal take on top four hopefuls Chelsea. Mikel Arteta’s Gunners have enjoyed their recent duels with the Blues, although they were held to a point by Enzo Maresca’s side back in November. A Pedro Neto strike from distance cancelled…
