Sentences with phrase «against the host nation»

According to the Metro, Manchester United and Germany midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger is a doubt for the Semi-Final match against host nation France.

Failing to win it back in 2004, now another opportunity arrive for Ronaldo and he is determined not to miss it again as his nation face up against host nation France this upcoming Sunday.

All the talk is of the continued brilliance of James Rodriguez, whose stunning volley and completion of a brilliant team move not only took his country to a mouthwatering quarter final against the host nation, but also propelled him to the top of the scoring charts, having already scored in each of Colombia's previous three victories.

Gnabry scored six goals in the tournament and shared the Golden Boot, despiting losing the football final on penalties against host nation Brazil.

Last year, Rhian Brewster sparkled for England's U17s in the Croatia Cup, where a hat - trick against the host nation was followed by him twice piercing Germany's rearguard.

Ghana were already guarantee a spot in the knock out rounds but Nigeria needed a win against the host nation after drawing their first two games against Mali and Guinea respectively.

Paul Simpson's side now know that a positive result against host nation Macedonia on Wednesday will see them top their group and qualify for this summer's finals in Finland.

Speaking to the media ahead of their Sunday final match against host nation, France, Santos stated that his team's target is always to win it all.

Our Boys certainly not losing any of their beliefs this weekend as they face up against host nation, France as their joint coach, Lars Lagerback stated that his players must have that confidence of being able to beat Les Blues.