#friendly-matches

#friendly-matches

It's just a friendly game. It has nothing to do with the official games," Zambia FA communications director, Sydney Mungala, told DW. "Basically, this was a football decision from the Zambian perspective.

As Northern Ireland gears up for World Cup qualifiers, manager Michael O'Neill acknowledges the importance of upcoming friendlies against Switzerland and Sweden for team preparation.

Lee Carsley, in his return as England U21 manager, has selected a promising squad for friendlies against France and Portugal, highlighting young talents overlooked for senior duty.

"These are matches against a top team in fantastic stadiums that will be as fun for the players as they are for the fans," said USWNT head coach Emma Hayes. "To play the first-ever women's professional match at SoFi Stadium is a great honor and one worthy of this team."

"Sarina Wiegman confirmed the surgery was not related to an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, and the club have also not confirmed how long she will be out."