England

2024 - 9 - 8

England's Football and Cricket Teams Take Center Stage – And No, They’re Not Playing in the Same Field!

Lee Carsley Cricket - Declan Rice - England Football - Jack Grealish - Jamie Smith - Lee Carsley - Nations League - Republic of Ireland - Sri Lanka

England shines bright as Carsley leads the boys to victory against Ireland, while the cricket team reminds us just how unpredictable sports can be!

In a thrilling display of football finesse, England opened the Lee Carsley era with a solid 2-0 victory over the Republic of Ireland. This match, part of the Nations League, saw goals from Declan Rice and Jack Grealish, effectively silencing the crowd that had come to support the Irish team. Carsley, stepping in as interim manager following Gareth Southgate's departure, couldn’t have asked for a better start, ensuring that the Three Lions kicked off this new chapter with a bang. It seems the players responded brilliantly to Carsley’s tactics, showcasing a level of synergy and skill that was well-timed as the team embarks on its journey to reclaim European football dominance.

While football was stealing the spotlight, the cricket scenario unfolded dramatically elsewhere. Over at the Kia Oval, England's cricket team found themselves staring down the barrel after an early batting collapse. Despite scoring 325 all out before lunch on the second day, the tourists from Sri Lanka bounced back with impressive individual performances from Pathum Nissanka and Kamindu Mendis. The cricketing trenches were far from dull, with Sri Lanka’s hopes bolstered by their promising fifties.

Back on the football pitch, the victory against Ireland could offer more than just three points – it’s likely to breathe fresh energy into the squad as they prepare for further international fixtures. With Carsley's winning debut, the pressure now shifts towards upcoming matches, where consistency will be vital. After all, Bayern Munich didn’t become giants by simply winning one match, but by building a legacy of success!

Speaking of legacies, the cricket world saw Maidstone-born Ryana MacDonald-Gay make her England Women ODI debut against Ireland, becoming the 18th cricketer to achieve this milestone. Her debut adds a fresh face to the England Women’s team, symbolizing the ongoing evolution of sports in England, whether it’s on the grass fields or at the cricket grounds.

Interestingly, the match against the Republic of Ireland wasn’t just an opportunity for Carsley to showcase his potential; it also served as a stage for Rice and Grealish to demonstrate why they are considered among the best in their positions. Their ability to navigate through Ireland's defense and score under pressure will surely be remembered long after this match. Meanwhile, cricket’s unpredictable nature continues to keep fans at the edge of their seats, reminding everyone that the thrill of sport lies in its unpredictability, regardless of the game being played!

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England outclass Ireland 2-0 in Carsley's opening audition (The Straits Times)

DUBLIN - England began life after Gareth Southgate in convincing fashion on Saturday, outclassing Ireland 2-0 in the Nations League with goals from Declan ...

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England 2-0 Rep Ireland (8 Sep, 2024) Game Analysis - - ESPN (SG) (ESPN)

Expert recap and game analysis of the England vs. Republic of Ireland Uefa Nations League game from 8 September 2024 on - ESPN (SG).

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Sri Lanka adrift on 142-5 in reply to England's 325 (The Straits Times)

Cricket - Third Test - England v Sri Lanka - The Oval, London, Britain - September 7, 2024 Sri Lanka's Pathum Nissanka in action Action Images via ...

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Republic of Ireland 0 England 2: Rice and Grealish defy boos ... (The Athletic)

England beat the Republic of Ireland 2-0 in their Nations League group fixture to give interim manager Lee Carsley a dream start.

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England subside to 325 all out before lunch (CNA)

LONDON : England crumbled to 325 all out on the second morning of the third test on an overcast Saturday at The Oval, with captain Ollie Pope underpinning ...

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Dhananjaya, Kamindu fifties add to Sri Lanka fightback (ESPNcricinfo.com)

ENG v SL 2024, England vs Sri Lanka Match Report: England hit back with ball after morning collapse before bad light brings another early finish.

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MacDONALD-GAY MAKES ENGLAND ODI DEBUT (Kent Cricket)

Maidstone-born Kent Talent Pathway graduate Ryana MacDonald-Gay has made her England Women ODI debut at Belfast, becoming the 18th cricketer to make her ODI ...

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England vs Sri Lanka: Tourists find route back into final Test at The ... (BBC News)

Third Test, The Kia Oval (day two of five). England 325: Pope 154, Duckett 86; Rathnayake 3-56. Sri Lanka 211-5: Nissanka 64, De Silva 64*, Kamindu Mendis ...

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Carsley makes flying start as England interim boss in win over Ireland (FRANCE 24)

England interim manager Lee Carsley enjoyed a dream debut as goals from Declan Rice and Jack Grealish silenced their Ireland tormentors and inspired a 2-0 ...

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LIVE: Republic of Ireland vs England – Nations League football ... (Aljazeera.com)

Follow the build-up and live text commentary as Ireland host England at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin.

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Republic of Ireland 0-2 England: Nations League player ratings (The Guardian)

Declan Rice's dazzling display set the tone for England and left Ireland midfielder Will Smallbone chasing shadows.

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England men's Under-17s were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw by Israel in Duisburg. The first half was a quiet affair, with the Young Lions dominating ...

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Rice and Grealish give England comfortable win over Ireland ... (Connaught Telegraph)

The Republic of Ireland have lost 2-0 to England in their Nations League game in Dublin. Declan Rice, who played friendly internationals for the Boys in Green ...

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England's Grealish and Rice respectful despite frosty Irish welcome (CNA)

DUBLIN : England's Declan Rice and Jack Grealish shrugged off their hostile reception in Dublin by scoring both goals in England's Nations League win over ...

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England 2-0 Rep Ireland (8 Sep, 2024) Game Analysis - - ESPN (SG) (ESPN)

Expert recap and game analysis of the England vs. Republic of Ireland Uefa Nations League game from 8 September 2024 on - ESPN (SG).

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Carsley deflects praise to England players on 'proudest day' (The Straits Times)

DUBLIN - England interim manager Lee Carsley deflected all praise to his players for their fluid passing performance in his first game in charge, ...

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Player Ratings: England Dominates in Dublin Duel (Yahoo Sports)

England Triumphs Over Republic of Ireland in Nations League OpenerEngland Secures Victory in DublinIn a charged encounter that saw the Three Lions commence ...

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Could Ashley Cole become England's first Black manager? (The Voice Online)

That experience will be added to after Lee Carsley announced that he will be assisted by Three Lions legend Cole during his interim spell in charge of England ...

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Carsley deflects praise to England players on 'proudest day' (CNA)

DUBLIN : England interim manager Lee Carsley deflected all praise to his players for their fluid passing performance in his first game in charge, ...

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England impress on Carsley bow, Germany, Dutch hit five (FRANCE 24)

England interim boss Lee Carsley got off to an impressive start in a 2-0 win at the Republic of Ireland on Saturday, while Germany and the Netherlands ...

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Smith smashes England to perilous lead of 202 against Sri Lanka (CNA)

LONDON :A stunning display of calculated hitting by one of England's discoveries of the summer, wicketkeeper Jamie Smith, rescued England from the brink on ...

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Pope exit revives Sri Lanka's hopes in third Test against England (FRANCE 24)

England captain Ollie Pope was dismissed for just seven to leave the third Test against Sri Lanka on his Oval home ground in the balance on Sunday.

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Smith smashes England to perilous lead of 202 against Sri Lanka (The Straits Times)

LONDON - A stunning display of calculated hitting by one of England's discoveries of the summer, wicketkeeper Jamie Smith, rescued England from the brink on ...

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England self-sabotage in rush for runs as Sri Lanka cling on in third ... (The Guardian)

England slid to 325 all out on day two, with Sri Lanka 211-5 after Dhananjaya de Silva and Kamindu Mendis made a strong stand.

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England vs Sri Lanka 3rd Test Day 3 Live Score Updates (NDTVSports.com)

England vs Sri Lanka 3rd Test Day 3 Live: Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva and the in-form Kamindu Mendis frustrated England with an unbroken century ...

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Jamie Smith's counterattacking 67 rescues England against Sri ... (Hindustan Times)

LONDON — Jamie Smith's counterattacking half-century rescued England after a batting collapse brought Sri Lanka back into the third and final test at The ...

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Smith smashes England to perilous lead of 202 against Sri Lanka (CNA)

LONDON :A stunning display of calculated hitting by one of England's discoveries of the summer, wicketkeeper Jamie Smith, rescued England from the brink on ...

Report: France 1-1 England MU18s (England Football)

Young Lions end their trip to France with a strong display and draw with host nation in Limoges.

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Sri Lanka take charge of third Test after England's batters fall apart ... (The Guardian)

Sri Lanka need 125 more runs to win the third Test after England are dismissed for 156 in just 34 overs.

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Sri Lanka seizes control over England and on course to win 3rd test ... (The Associated Press)

Sri Lanka is on course for a series-closing victory over England after reaching 94-1 in its chase for 219 to win the third test at The Oval.

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Sri Lanka serene at 94-1, chasing 219, after reckless England flame ... (Reuters)

Sri Lanka romped to 94-1 before bad light stopped play on Sunday, needing 125 more runs to secure a well-deserved turnaround victory in the third test ...

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Nissanka Leaves Sri Lanka In Sight Of Third Test Win Over England (Barron's)

Pathum Nissanka's superb unbeaten fifty left Sri Lanka eyeing a memorable win over England as the third Test at the Oval headed for a dramatic finish.

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