WORLD SOCCER (FIFA WORLD CUP): On a day that bore witness to more own goals and set-piece strikes, the hosts took a massive step to advancing to the knockout rounds. Russia continued their fine tournament in Day 6 action by rolling past Egypt 3-1. Elsewhere, there were surprises in Group G as Japan overcame Colombia 2-1 and Senegal slipped past Poland by the same score.
AGONAsport World Cup Daily Recap, Day 5: Favorites Follow The Script
WORLD SOCCER (FIFA WORLD CUP): The favorites finally prevailed on Day 5 of the 2018 FIFA World Cup. After several days of minor upsets and a couple big shocks by unfancied sides, Monday’s matches went as predicted. Sweden were able to slip past South Korea 1-0 in Group F play. In Group G, Belgium and England, the two heavyweights in the section, both picked up wins. Belgium dispatching Panama by a 3-0 scoreline, while England left it very late before coming out on top over Tunisia 2-1.
AGONAsport World Cup Daily Recap, Day 4: Giants Continue To Stutter
AGONAsport World Cup Daily Recap, Day 10: Kroos Leads Germany In Epic Encounter
AGONAsport World Cup Daily Recap, Day 3: Argentina Stymied, France Slip Past Socceroos
AGONAsport World Cup Daily Recap, Day 2: Epic Iberian Derby Drama
AGONAsport FIFA World Cup Recap, Day 1: Hosts Get The Party Started
Greek Connections At The 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia
The World Will Be Watching...And AGONAsport Will Be Too
The Greek Miracle of Portugal Led By Santos
Advice & Support from the Greek Players for Santos
WORLD SOCCER (UEFA EURO 2016): Fernando Santos is one game away from winning the European Championship with Portugal and he has full support from Greece. The Greek Euro 2004 players gave advice on how Santos can overcome the favorites of France while his former Greek players are pulling for Portugal tonight.
The GriezMANN of France
WORLD SOCCER (UEFA EURO 2016): Griezmann is the one MAN show for France! The Frenchman scored two goals in today’s semi-final against Germany, leading his nation to a 2-0 victory over the World Champions. Germany was the better side throughout the match, but it will be France who will play against Portugal in Sunday’s Euro 2016 Final. **HIGHLIGHTS**
Santos' Way
WORLD SOCCER (UEFA EURO 2016): Fernando Santos is leading Portugal to European Glory!! Portugal defeated the Cinderella story team, Wales, 2-0 to advance to the Euro 2016 final. Ronaldo opened the score with a powerful header and Nani scored Portugal’s second, securing Portugal’s win. They will await the winner of the second semi-final between Germany-France.**HIGHLIGHTS**
Finally...France
WORLD SOCCER (UEFA EURO 2016): France finally looked like the favorites of the tournament after an emphatic 5-2 win over Iceland in the quarter-finals. France dominated the game and took a 4-0 lead by halftime! This is the first convincing performance from the hosts and they will now face Germany in the semi-finals. Iceland’s magical run comes to a close.**HIGHLIGHTS**
And In the End, the Germans Win...
WORLD SOCCER (UEFA EURO 2016): As English footballer Gary Lineker said...in the end the Germans win. After being the better side in 120 minute of play, Germany defeated Italy 6-5 in a dramatic penalty shootout and advanced to the semi-finals of Euro 2016. Germany took the lead, but a clumsy handball in the box gave Italy the lifeline and tying goal. Germany will now face the winner of the match between France and Iceland in the semi-finals. **HIGHLIGHTS**
The Cinderella Story Continues for Wales
Portugal Off to the Last 4
WORLD SOCCER (UEFA EURO 2016): Portugal is in the semi-finals! Fernando Santos’ men defeated Poland in penalties and now await the winner of the match between Belgium and Wales. Portugal continue in the tournament without a win within 90 minutes, after 3 group stage draws and a win over Croatia in extra time in the Round of 16.**HIGHLIGHTS**
Vellios Signs with Nottingham Forest
Good Ole England...
WORLD SOCCER (UEFA EURO 2016): England does what it knows best...choke at a major tournament. Iceland came away with a well-deserved 2-1 victory over England and advanced to the quarter-finals. England took an early lead with Rooney, but two goals within 15 minutes was enough to give Iceland the win. Another tournament ends in disappointment for England as Iceland will go on to play France on Friday.**HIGHLIGHTS**
Forza Italia!
WORLD SOCCER (UEFA EURO 2016): The Italians aren't going anywhere...Conte's men came away with another impressive victory, this time over Spain 2-0 in the Round of 16. Chiellini gave Italy the lead before Pelle's late goal secured their victory. The two time defending champions are eliminated and Italy will play on against Germany in the quarter-finals.**HIGHLIGHTS**