England

2024 - 10 - 13

England Roars Back: A Game of Lakes & Lions!

Ben Stokes - England National Team - Football Coaches - Lee Carsley - Pep Guardiola - Sports Fans - UEFA Nations League

Did the Three Lions find their roar against Finland? Sounds dramatic, right? Dive into the thrilling recap!

England triumphed over Finland with a decisive 3-1 victory on October 13, 2024, shaking off the cobwebs of their previous disappointment against Greece. This match was crucial not only for the players on the pitch but also for interim manager Lee Carsley, who is under scrutiny as the Football Association weighs its options for a permanent boss. Carsley, while feeling the heat, hasn’t officially applied for the full-time position but remains focused on steering the team back on course. The match showcased impressive performances from young talents like Cole Palmer and Noni Madueke, who contributed significantly to the win, much to the delight of the England fanbase.

In this UEFA Nations League face-off, the atmosphere was electric, but it wasn't smooth sailing for the Three Lions. The Finnish team, famous for its scenic lakes and serene landscapes, posed more of a challenge than expected. England had to navigate through tight defenses and moments of uncertainty – reminiscent of navigating a canoe through a lake with over a thousand twists! However, timely goals by Palmer and Madueke guided England through this rocky relationship with Finland.

Post-match discussions pointed fingers at several strategic decisions taken by Lee Carsley, whose interim management has been anything but straightforward. His approach and abilities remain under the spotlight, with fans and analysts alike questioning whether he’s the one to lead the charge or if it’s time for a fresh face to direct the ship. The Football Association's deliberation takes center stage, akin to deciding between tea and coffee during an afternoon break – both are good, but only one can keep you awake enough to watch the games!

As England basks in the glory of their win, the focus will soon turn to their next challenge. Will Carsley make his case for permanency, or will England scout for a heavyweight manager? Meanwhile, in another corner of the football universe, England's young lionesses secured their spot at EURO 2025 qualifying Round 1 with a thrilling 2-2 draw against the Netherlands. It's a busy time for English football across all levels, illustrating that the love for the game runs deep in the veins of the country!

Did you know that England has won the FIFA World Cup once, back in 1966? They remain hopeful for a second title, but it seems they might have missed a spot for a few more in the trophy cabinet! Meanwhile, Finland, known for its saunas and lakes, is also making waves in football and boasts the highest number of lakes in Europe, with over 188,000 lakes!

So, the next time you grab a drink by a tranquil lake, don’t forget the drama of football that echoes on the pitch just a few hundred kilometers away!

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England Beat Finland To Get Back On Track (CHANNELS TELEVISION)

However, in the 'land of a thousand lakes', it was far from plain sailing for Carsley, who is in the spotlight as the Football Association ponder who should ...

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England 3-1 Finland (Oct 13, 2024) Game Analysis - ESPN (ESPN)

Expert recap and game analysis of the England vs. Finland Uefa Nations League game from October 13, 2024 on ESPN.

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Finland 1-3 England: Clock ticking for Lee Carsley & FA after week ... (BBC News)

England's latest international camp has been riddled with confusion on the pitch and off it, Phil McNulty looks at what next for Lee Carsley and the ...

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England boss Lee Carsley: I haven't applied for full-time job - ESPN (ESPN)

England interim manager Lee Carsley said he had not made a formal application to become their permanent boss and added that he felt privileged to be given ...

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Finland - England live: UEFA Nations League - Football - Eurosport (Eurosport.com)

Get the latest Football updates on Eurosport. Catch Finland - England live on 13/10/2024. Find scores, stats and comments in real time.

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Internationals: Palmer & Madueke feature in comfortable England win (Chelsea FC)

Cole Palmer and Noni Madueke were involved in England's comfortable 3-1 victory over Finland in the Nations League.

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Finland v England LIVE: Nations League team news and line-ups as ... (The Independent)

The Three Lions look to bounce back from a disappointing defeat to Greece at Wembley last time out.

Report: England WU17s 2-2 Netherlands (England Football)

Young Lionesses top EURO 2025 qualifying Round 1 group despite conceding late in entertaining draw.

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Lee Carsley fears losing focus if he talks about permanent England job (The Guardian)

Lee Carsley said he did not want to discuss the permanent England job because it may cause him to lose focus.

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England deserve 'world-class' manager, interim Carsley says - ESPN (ESPN)

Lee Carsley was thrilled to see England back on track in their Nations League campaign with a 3-1 victory away to Finland on Sunday, but the stand-in ...

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Finland 1-3 England - Three Lions get back to winning ways with ... (Eurosport.com)

The defeat for England against Greece was a chastening one for Lee Carsley and his players, but they did manage to respond with a solid win against Finland.

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England captain Stokes back from injury for second Pakistan Test (FRANCE 24)

Captain Ben Stokes was named in the England team for the second Test against Pakistan starting in Multan on Tuesday after recovering from a hamstring ...

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UEFA Nations League: England's Carsley stays silent on job ... (Sportstar)

Lee Carsley was thrilled to see England back on track in its Nations League campaign with a 3-1 victory away to Finland, but the stand-in manager remains ...

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England need John Stones in midfield for Declan Rice's ego (Football365.com)

Declan Rice is not a defensive marauder; Arsenal have learned that and so must England. Is John Stones that man? Send your views to theeditor@football365.

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Ben Stokes back as England select all-Durham pace attack against ... (The Guardian)

Ben Stokes will return to captain England in the second Test against Pakistan, with the seam bowler Matthew Potts also recalled to the XI in Multan.

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Nations League: England beat Finland plus Wales v Montenegro ... (BBC News)

All the latest football news and reaction as England beat Finland, plus build-up to Wales v Montenegro.

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England Men v South Africa ODI Sold Out (The Ageas Bowl)

Tickets for England Men's ODI against South Africa sold out within four days of being on general sale, as 95% of tickets were sold during the ballot phase.

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Lee Carsley: What happens next with England manager search? (BBC News)

With interim head coach Lee Carsley not being drawn on the permanent England manager job, BBC Sport looks at what happens next.

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Pep Guardiola on Man City exit England links Anything can happen ... (ESPN)

Pep Guardiola said he is yet to decide whether to continue as Manchester City beyond the end of the season.

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England's next manager: Pep Guardiola, Thomas Tuchel & the nine ... (Goal.com)

GOAL ranks the nine candidates to succeed Gareth Southgate as England's new permanent manager, including Pep Guardiola and Thomas Tuchel.

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Pep Guardiola: How England could employ TWO managers to ... (Sky Sports)

Sky Sports News Kaveh Solhekol says England should look to appoint two managers to succeed Gareth Southgate: one elite manager to take charge during major ...

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Lee Carsley: England interim boss reveals he has not formally ... (Sky Sports)

The Football Association turned to the 50-year-old for the autumn's Nations League fixtures after Gareth Southgate called time on his reign following July's ...

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Pep Guardiola: Manchester City boss 'sounded out' for vacant ... (Eurosport.com)

England men's football team remain without a permanent manager in the wake of Gareth Southgate's resignation back in the summer, with interim boss Lee ...

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Pep Guardiola has 'not ruled out' England job as Man City boss also ... (Goal.com)

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has not ruled out discussing the England job with the FA as he continues to weigh up his future.

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England's next manager: Pep Guardiola, Thomas Tuchel & the nine ... (Goal.com)

GOAL ranks the nine candidates to succeed Gareth Southgate as England's new permanent manager, including Pep Guardiola and Thomas Tuchel.

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Internationals: Nkunku and Mudryk feature, England landmarks for ... (Chelsea FC)

Chelsea duo Christopher Nkunku and Mykhailo Mudryk featured for France and Ukraine respectively on what was another busy night of UEFA Nations League ...

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Pep Guardiola considers Man City extension as England tell Lee ... (Eurosport.com)

Amid reports Pep Guardiola is an England target, the Manchester City boss is considering a 12-month extension on his current contract.

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Nations League: England beat Finland plus Wales v Montenegro ... (BBC Sport)

Who should get England job? Nations League reaction & Phil McNulty Q&A. 14 October 2024. Pep Guardiola, Eddie Howe and Lee Carsley.

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England line up glamour friendly in United States next summer ... (Sky Sports)

Plus: Pep Guardiola is considering renewing his contract at Manchester City for another 12 months having also been sounded out to become the next England ...

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Pep Guardiola has 'not ruled out' England job as Man City boss also ... (Goal.com)

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has not ruled out discussing the England job with the FA as he continues to weigh up his future.

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FA wants Guardiola for England - Tuesday's gossip (Yahoo Sports)

The Football Association has sounded out over Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola over the England vacancy, while the Spaniard could also sign an extension ...

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Pep Guardiola needs the England job to become the GOAT: Man ... (Goal.com)

Pep Guardiola is already considered among football's best ever coaches after huge success with Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Manchester City, but winning a ...

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Pep Guardiola needs the England job to become the GOAT: Man ... (Goal.com)

Pep Guardiola is already considered among football's best ever coaches after huge success with Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Manchester City, but winning a ...

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England's next manager: Pep Guardiola, Thomas Tuchel & the nine ... (Goal.com)

GOAL ranks the nine candidates to succeed Gareth Southgate as England's new permanent manager, including Pep Guardiola and Thomas Tuchel.

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