Despite his best efforts, Scotland managed to hold on to their slender lead. "He's seen as one of the big players for the future in international football." Karetsas, whose football idols include Neymar and Ronaldinho, has no regrets about his choice. "When he came on, he was their main outlet," McFadden observed. "I feel like I belong in the national team already," Karetsas said. While some believe Scotland may need to adjust to contain Karetsas, McFadden thinks Robertson will be ready for the challenge.
Read MoreStockport began the game strongly, controlling the early exchanges in North Wales. The goal marked Rodriguez's first since his move from Burnley in January. The win takes Wrexham three points clear of Wycombe Wanderers, though Wycombe still have a game in hand. Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson said: "It was always going to be a feisty affair, there was an edge to the game. "But we stuck to the task, we got the goal at an important time and should have had a penalty before that.
Read More"We can do better; we have to do better," Tuchel told ITV after the match. "But the opponent is tough to break down in a deep block." "In the Euros last year, they managed to not concede chances." "He came into camp and at once showed why it's easy to fall in love with him." "I'm not so sure why we struggled to bring the ball to them quicker in open positions."
Read More"When I heard the terrible news, I poured myself a small brandy." While driving home, my phone started ringing non-stop," Ganchev told Bulgarian website BLITZ. Then two of my friends called me. "Look, sometimes these things happen, but it was not an easy situation at all," Ganchev said. And with that, he raised a small brandy to toast his own very-much-alive existence.
Read MoreMeanwhile, Batshuayi, 32, returns to the squad after nearly a year-long absence, bringing a decade of experience at the international level. Injury Concerns Belgium are dealing with fitness issues in the squad, with Malick Fofana and Arthur Theate both doubtful. Key Fixtures Ahead Belgium will face Ukraine in Murcia, Spain, on Thursday for the first leg, before hosting the return match in Genk on Sunday.
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