Argyle's Bundu scores in World Cup qualifier
Plymouth Argyle forward Mustapha Bundu scored for Sierra Leone on Thursday night as they beat Guinea-Bissau 3-1 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification stages.The 28-year-old latched on to a poor backpass from a Guinea-Bissau defender and rounded the keeper to give his side the lead.Bundu, who has scored six times for Plymouth this season, also has four international goals to his name since making his debut in August 2018.Elsewhere, Plymouth defender Victor Palsson featured in Iceland's 2-1 Nations League defeat by Kosovo, but Maksym Talovierov missed out on Ukraine's excellent win over Belgium, after being sent home on Tuesday, external due to a knee injury.
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Scottish Sun
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- Scottish Sun
My stars were hurt & angry after Iceland shock – I trust them to put on a show in World Cup qualifiers says Steve Clarke
He handed a number of players their debuts this international break 11 ANGRY MEN My stars were hurt & angry after Iceland shock – I trust them to put on a show in World Cup qualifiers says Steve Clarke STEVE CLARKE praised his ANGRY men as Scotland took their frustration out on Liechtenstein. Clarke said his side had a point to prove after Friday's dismal loss to Iceland at Hampden. Advertisement 3 Scotland stars before kick-off in Vaduz Credit: SNS 3 Steve Clarke during the friendly fixture Credit: Getty Che Adams' hat-trick and George Hirst's first Scotland goal ensured there would be no more misery for the Tartan Army in Vaduz. Clarke said: 'There was a lot of hurt and anger in the dressing-room after Friday and hopefully we can harness that going into the autumn games. 'They knew that they'd let themselves down in the previous match. 'Getting the early goal made it more comfortable and it was nice to build on that with another three goals. Advertisement 'Teams maybe come here and win but not too many come and score four goals. So that's nice.' Clarke believes his side are ready to face Denmark and Greece in the World Cup qualifiers which begin in Copenhagen on September 5. He added: 'Look at the Nations League final between Portugal and Spain. 'The best two teams in Europe competing in a final - but we have shown we can compete. Advertisement 'In recent times, this Scotland team has shown how competitive they can be against that kind of side. 'What we have to do is make sure when it comes to the qualifiers that we are very competitive again. Scotland boss Steve Clarke reflects on shock Nations League defeat to Greece 'This game wasn't about a feelgood factor because it's still a disappointing camp as we lost the home game. 'I am certainly going to carry that into the summer. Advertisement 'But I know my players and I trust them. 'They have always shown resilience when they've had to bounce back. 'These games have no bearing on later in the year but it's nice to get the win. 'Liechtenstein defended well, mainly because we dominated the ball in possession.' Advertisement Clarke handed Ross Doohan his debut after his late call-up to the squad, with youngsters Cieran Slicker and Callan McKenna staying on the bench. Motherwell teenager Lennon Miller was also given his first start and impressed alongside birthday boy Billy Gilmour - 24 on Wednesday - in midfield. Clarke side: 'We saw his experience, with the many clubs where he's already played, he showed a high performance today. 3 Lennon Miller during the game against Liechtenstein Credit: SNS Advertisement 'Lennon played well with Billy and they moved the ball well on a sticky pitch. 'I thought we were good in midfield. 'It wasn't easy to pass the ball because the pitch was a bit sticky but both of them were at it. 'We know what Lennon can do, he's a big prospect for us. It's nice to get these players on the pitch at an early age where you can start to give them international experience. Advertisement 'It's all about building the squad for the future. 'We have the boys we rely on now but you look at the team that finished the game and there were a lot of inexperienced players at this level. 'Hopefully in the coming years, they pick up more caps.' Clarke will now begin the search for a new number two with long-serving assistant John Carver stepping down to concentrate on his post at Pole Lechia Gdansk. Advertisement He took a bow before the Tartan Army after the victory in Vaduz. Clarke said: 'John's wave goodbye to the crowd was probably a giveaway. 'He's leaving, he's got a three-year contract in Gdansk. 'He's been a fantastic assistant to me. Advertisement 'When I approached John five years ago to come and help us, I didn't think we'd have him that long because he's such a talented coach. 'We came across each other way back in 1998 at Newcastle when I was a young coach and John was an even younger coach. 'He was looking after the younger players at Newcastle. 'We always said that we'd try and work together and it took us a long time to get there. Advertisement 'He's been outstanding for us and the only surprise to me is that it's taken five years for somebody to take him off me. 'We're pleased he's been here with us for so long and we wish him all the best in Gdansk. How they rated Ross Doohan - Scotland debut after dashing from a beach in Turkey over the weekend to answer Steve Clarke's keeper SOS. Could have played with his flip flops on. A trouble-free first cap 7 Anthony Ralston - Replaced Max Johnston to win his 21st cap and tasked with working the right-hand side along with Lewis Ferguson as Scotland tried to pick as many holes in the Liechtenstein defence 7 Scott McKenna - Not much to worry about defensively so biggest role came as someone Scotland tried to hit at corners. Nearly set up Jack Hendry in the first half but his partner nodded over 7 Jack Hendry - Comfort on the ball and range of passing helped the team build from the back and keep so much pressure on for the duration of the game. Rarely troubled in a defensive sense 7 Andy Robertson - Didn't have too much to worry about on the defensive side so was able to get high up the pitch and help John McGinn. Combined well with the Aston Villa star 6 Lennon Miller - Set up Adams' second with his pressing and stamped his authority on the entire game. Has a huge future ahead of him for the national team. First start of many 8 Billy Gilmour - Controlled the game from the middle of the park, knitting everything together between the defenders and attacking players. Just oozes class on the ball and makes the side tick 7 John McGinn - Wide left so dovetailed with Andy Robertson well down that flank. Denied a goal by a good first-half save from goalie Benjamin Buchel. Shot off the post just before the third 6 Lewis Ferguson - Deployed on the right-hand side of midfield and played a key role in keeping the Liechtensteiners penned in for most of the contest. A solid display from the Bologna man 7 George Hirst - Denied several times against Iceland but finally got off the mark with a neat back post finish early in the second half. Shown enough to suggest he's got something to offer 7 Che Adams - Slammed home the opener early on, then added a second in the 25th minute after Lennon Miller's pressure paid off. Headed home for his deserved hat-trick at the death 8 Subs: Josh Doig (Robertson 58) - Lively and had a couple of shots 4. Andy Irving (McGinn 58) - On for McGinn for first cap 4. Nathan Patterson (Ralston 67) - Second half sub 3. Tommy Conway (Hirst 67) - Set up Adams' 3rd 4. Connor Barron (Gilmour 76) - Another debut 3. Kieran Bowie (Ferguson 76) - First cap 3 'We will miss him and I now have to look for someone to replace him. 'That's one of my jobs over the summer and I will have conversations with people. Advertisement 'But his will be big shoes to fill.' Ipswich striker George Hirst was delighted to grab his first international goal in Liechtenstein. He said: "It was a great feeling. It's always nice to get the first goal early in your career and break your duck. "To get my first Scotland goal is massive for me but it was a great team performance by the boys. Advertisement "We were very professional against a team who tried to make it difficult. "To score four goals is a job well done. "It was very disappointing on Friday and we all knew that - we had to look at ourselves first and foremost. "But you always have an opportunity to bounce back in football. Advertisement "We took the opportunity to put things right. "The pitch was dry and there could have been a million excuses, but we showed the right mentality to win the game. "Playing beside Che certainly made my running easier. "That's the first time we've been a partnership but we had a good understanding and I certainly won't be complaining if that's the case moving forward." Advertisement Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Daily Mail
an hour ago
- Daily Mail
Revealed: Where Cristiano Ronaldo ranks among the most decorated footballers of all time after leading Portugal to Nations League glory
More than two decades after making his senior debut for Sporting Lisbon as a scrawny teenager, Cristiano Ronaldo continues to defy expectations. While many of his contemporaries have long since hung up their boots and moved on from football, more than four months removed from his 40th birthday Ronaldo remains integral for both club and country. During the European Championship last summer suggestions that his continued involvement at international level was hampering Portugal's progress were widespread on social media. However, Ronaldo continues to deliver when it matters most. On Sunday the five-time Ballon d'Or winner netted his 132nd international goal as Portugal defeated Spain in the Nations League final to add yet another trophy to his cabinet. But where does CR7 rank among the most successful players in football history? 10 - Ryan Giggs: 35 trophies Of all the players to wear the famous red shirt at Old Trafford, few can even come close to matching Ryan Giggs' longevity at Manchester United. The Wales international was integral to United's success during Sir Alex Ferguson's all-conquering reign at the club, and he remains United's all time record appearance holder. From United's first Premier League title in 1993 to their most recent two decades later, Giggs remained a constant for his boyhood club before hanging up his boots in 2014. Major honours won: Premier League: 13x (1992–93, 1993–94, 1995–96, 1996–97, 1998–99, 1999–2000, 2000–01, 2002–03, 2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09, 2010–11, 2012–13) FA Cup: 4x (1993–94, 1995–96, 1998–99, 2003–04) League Cup: 4x (1991–92, 2005–06, 2008–09, 2009–10) Champions League: 2x (1998–99, 2007–08) 9 - Kenny Dalglish: 35 trophies A legend among legends in Liverpool folklore, 'King' Kenny Dalglish more than lived up to the British transfer record fee Bob Paisley paid to bring him to Anfield from Celtic in 1977. The forward had already won every domestic honour available to him at Celtic Park and wasted no time picking up where he left off south of the border. Dalglish would star in all three of Liverpool's European Cup triumphs during that period, and went on to have a successful career in the dugout that included guiding Blackburn Rovers to Premier League glory in 1994-95. Major honours won: Scottish Premier Division: 4x (1971–72, 1972–73, 1973–74, 1976–77) Scottish Cup: 4x (1971–72, 1973–74, 1974–75, 1976–77) Scottish League Cup: 1x (1974–75) Football League First Division: 6x (1978–79, 1979–80, 1981–82, 1982–83, 1983–84, 1985–86) FA Cup: 1x (1985–86) League Cup: 4x (1980-81, 1981-82, 1982-83, 1983–84) European Cup: 3x (1977–78, 1980–81, 1983–84) 8 - David Alaba: 35 trophies The youngest player to feature on this list, at just 32 years old David Alaba has accumulated more silverware throughout his career than many top clubs have in their entire history. In an 12-year stint at Bayern Munich Alaba was crucial to the Bavarian club's sustained success before adding even more trophies to his cabinet after joining Real Madrid. Injuries have curtailed the Austrian's career in recent years - he was limited to just seven LaLiga appearances for Los Blancos last season - but his record speaks for itself. Major honours won: Bundesliga: 10x (2009–10, 2012–13, 2013–14, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2018–19, 2019–20, 2020–21) German Cup: 6x (2009–10, 2012–13, 2013–14, 2015–16, 2018–19, 2019–20) LaLiga: 2x (2021–22, 2023–24) Spanish Cup: 1x (2022–23) Champions League: 4x (2012–13, 2019–20, 2021–22, 2023–24) 7 - Cristiano Ronaldo: 36 trophies Victory in Sunday's Nations League final sees Ronaldo clinch another piece of silverware in what has been an astonishing run for the 40-year-old. Ronaldo was central to the success of what was the last great Manchester United side and subsequently enjoyed even more triumphs in Spain with Real Madrid before adding a pair of Scudettos to his haul with Juventus. Based on everything we've seen in his career, who's to say Ronaldo won't find his way further up this list by the time it is all said and done? Major honours won: Premier League: 3x (2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09) FA Cup: 1x (2003–04) League Cup: 2x (2005–06, 2008–09) LaLiga: 2x (2011–12, 2016–17) Spanish Cup: 2x (2010–11, 2013–14) Serie A: 2x (2018–19, 2019–20) Coppa Italia: 1x (2020–21) Champions League: 5x (2007–08, 2013–14, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18) European Championship: 1x (2016) 6 - Sergio Busquets: 37 trophies As a longstanding member of the unstoppable Barcelona and the Spanish national team sides of the 2010s it should perhaps come as no surprise that Sergio Busquets features on this list. It is important to remember, however, that Busquets was no mere passenger during these various triumphs, as the defensive midfielder consistently delivered an unmatched stability in the centre of the park. After following Lionel Messi to Inter Miami in 2023 Busquets has continued to pick up honours, including the MLS Supporters' Shield last year. Major honours won: LaLiga: 9x (2008–09, 2009–10, 2010–11, 2012–13, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2017–18, 2018–19, 2022–23) Spanish Cup: 7x (2008–09, 2011–12, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2020–21) Champions League: 4x (2007–08, 2008–09, 2010–11, 2014–15) European Championship: 1x (2012) World Cup: 1x (2010) 5 - Gerard Pique: 37 trophies Manchester United fans of a certain age will remember a young Gerard Pique showing glimpses of his potential but largely appearing unsuited to the physicality of life as a centre half. Few could have foreseen at that stage what was to come. After moving back to Barcelona in 2008, Pique quickly morphed into one of the best defenders of his generation and went on to accrue a trophy haul befitting of his ability. In 14 years at the Camp Nou Pique will every major honour available to him before calling time on his career in 2022 as the club's fifth-highest appearance maker. Major honours won: Premier League: 1x (2007–08) League Cup: 1x (2005–06) LaLiga: 9x (2008–09, 2009–10, 2010–11, 2012–13, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2017–18, 2018–19, 2022-23) Spanish Cup: 7x (2008–09, 2011–12, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2020–21) Champions League: 4x (2007–08, 2008–09, 2010–11, 2014–15) European Championship: 1x (2012) World Cup: 1x (2010) 4 - Andres Iniesta: 37 trophies Another graduate of Barcelona's famed La Masia academy, Andres Iniesta formed an incomparable partnership with Xavi in midfield for both club and country. Ranked as one of the sport's greatest midfielders, Iniesta's career continued long after he departed Barcelona following 16 glittering years at the club. The 41-year-old finally hung up his boots last year after spells at Vissel Kobe in Japan and the UAE's Emirates. Despite all his triumphs, Iniesta will forever be remembered for his winning goal in extra time in the 2010 World Cup final that secured Spain their first-ever victory on the grandest stage. Major honours won: LaLiga: 9x (2004–05, 2005–06, 2008–09, 2009–10, 2010–11, 2012–13, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2017–18) Spanish Cup: 6x (2008–09, 2011–12, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18) Champions League: 4x (2005–06, 2008–09, 2010–11, 2014–15) European Championship: 2x (2008, 2012) World Cup: 1x (2010) 3 - Hossam Ashour :39 trophies While many of contemporaries on this list are bonafide superstars of the sport, Hossam Ashour earned his place through sheer consistency. After graduating from the youth academy of Al Ahly in his native Egypt in 2003, Ashour would remain a consistent presence in the club's midfield 17 years as they thoroughly dominated top-flight football in the country. However, despite his undeniable record at club level, Ashour failed to make an impact at international level and managed just 14 senior caps for Egypt between 2008 and 2018. Major honours won: Egyptian Premier League: 13x (2004–05, 2005–06, 2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09, 2009–10, 2010–11, 2013–14, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2018–19, 2019–20) Egyptian Cup: 4x (2005–06, 2006–07, 2016–17, 2019–20) CAF Champions League: 6x (2005, 2006, 2008, 2012, 2013, 2020) 2 - Dani Alves: 43 trophies Another case study in footballing longevity, Dani Alves made nearly 900 appearances in all competitions throughout his 22-year playing career. The Brazilian full-back picked up trophies at almost every club he played for, but is best remembered for his two spells at Barcelona. In addition to his various successes at club level, Alves also picked up multiple trophies with Brazil, including adding an Olympic gold medal to his already impressive collection in 2020. Major honours won: LaLiga: 6x (2008–09, 2009–10, 2010–11, 2012–13, 2014–15, 2015–16) Spanish Cup: 5x (2006–07, 2008–09, 2011–12, 2014–15, 2015–16) Serie A: 1x (2016–17) Coppa Italia: 1x (2016–17) Ligue 1: 2x (2017–18, 2018–19) Coupe de France: 1x (2017–18) Champions League: 3x (2008–09, 2010–11, 2014–15) Summer Olympics: 1x (2020) Copa America: 2x (2007, 2019) 1 - Lionel Messi: 46 trophies Lionel Messi added a jewel to an already incomparable crown when he led Argentina to World Cup glory It just had to be him, didn't it? Widely regarded as one of the greatest players ever to grace the pitch, Lionel Messi has done it all in football. It's perhaps fitting then, that no player has lifted as many trophies as the Argentine genius has since he first emerged from Barcelona's academy. For years it appeared that football's greatest prize would elude him, but Messi made sure to leave no stone unturned and duly led his country to World Cup glory in 2022. Major honours won: LaLiga: 10x (2004–05, 2005–06, 2008–09, 2009–10, 2010–11, 2012–13, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2017–18, 2018–19) Spanish Cup: 7x (2008–09, 2011–12, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2020–21) Ligue 1: 2x (2021–22, 2022–23) Champions League: 4x (2005–06, 2008–09, 2010–11, 2014–15) Summer Olympics: 1x (2008) Copa America: 2x (2021, 2024)
Glasgow Times
2 hours ago
- Glasgow Times
Steve Clarke 'pleased' with Adams amid major Carver update
The national team put Liechtenstein to the sword in a 4-0 friendly victory, bouncing back from a 3-1 defeat to Iceland at Hampden last time out. Speaking post-match, Clarke reflected on the emphatic win, explaining how Sunday night's Nations League final proved how Scotland can still compete at the elite level: "I know my players, I trust my players... It's nice to finish this camp with a nice win," he told BBC. Read more: "Most teams will come here and win against Liechtenstein, but not many come here and score four goals. "It's still a disappointing camp because we didn't play as we can play in the home game at Hampden. "I'm certainly going to carry that into August. There was a little bit of hurt and anger in the dressing room, I think you saw that in the first 20 to 25 minutes when the players were really on it. "If you look at the Nations League final between Portugal and Spain, in recent times, this Scotland team has shown how competitive it can be against that type of team. "So, you look at the two best teams in Europe competing in a final, we can compete." Forward Adams' display was perhaps his finest in dark blue. A perfect hat-trick, combined with a fine assist for strike partner George Hirst, meant the Torino man grabbed the headlines. Despite making several substitutions throughout the 90, Clarke left a hungry Adams on: "I'm really pleased for Che," he added. "We know what Che can bring. He's been with us for a couple of years now. He's a top-quality striker. "I left him on because I knew he would be desperate for a hat-trick." Question marks have hung over the future of Clarke's long-term lieutenant, Carver, for some time. The 60-year-old joined the Scotland set up in 2020 but recently took up a role with Polish Ekstraklasa outfit Lechia Gdansk, whom he successfully helped avoid the drop to the second-tier last season. "I think the wave goodbye to the crowd was a giveaway," admitted Clarke post-match. "The thing with John was that when I approached him to come and help us, I didn't think he'd be here for five years because he's a talented coach. We'll miss him, we'll have to look to replace him, and that'll be my job over the summer. We wish him every success."
