After almost two years, Dejan Kulusevski is back in the national team jersey. The 26-year-old came on just after the hour mark as Sweden beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 3-2. “It was fun. It was important to win the group,” Kulusevski told Viaplay.
FootballDejan Kulusevski’s return to the national team has been long-awaited, both on and off the pitch. But it also gives Graham Potter something to think about. “You want a squad that gives the coach a bit of a headache,” says Alexander Isak.
FootballFamily, God and Zlatan have all helped Dejan Kulusevski on the long road back. “Sometimes it felt like I’d been given an impossible task,” he says.
FootballArmenia, a traditional Russian ally, plans to formally apply for EU membership, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced.
ConflictsInjuries have kept him out of the national team for almost two years. But now Tottenham star Dejan Kulusevski is back. He has had an incredibly tough time, says national team coach Graham Potter.
FootballThe Guardian reports that Manchester United manager Michael Carrick is at risk of being sacked after the team went eight consecutive games without a win. United’s management held an emergency meeting after Sunday’s 0-3 home defeat to Bournemouth.
SportsFIFA President Gianni Infantino laughs off a question about whether he has considered resigning. In a rare interview, the Swiss says he has strong support among football associations. “We must respect the opinions of the vast majority,” he says.
FootballWorld Championship leader Kimi Antonelli crashed in qualifying and will start 16th in the Formula 1 World Championship race in Baku. His Mercedes teammate George Russell was fastest and took pole position.
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