Soccer

Subterms

    More stories

    • 238 Shares99 Views

      in Soccer

      Tottenham Legends vs AC Milan Glorie LIVE RESULT: Robbie Keane bags HAT-TRICK as Spurs Legends DOMINATE AC Milan Glorie

      by

      TOTTENHAM Legends were victorious against AC Milan Glorie with a six goal hammering of the Italian side at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. It was the hosts who struck first through Robbie Keane’s close-range finish.Minutes later, Jermain Defoe doubled Spurs’ lead with a superb strike from the edge of the box.Keane doubled his tally for the day on 18 minutes to put his side 3-0 up after a rampant start from Tottenham.Brazilian midfielder Sandro made it 4-0 with a stunning piledriver past Dida before Keane completed a first-half hat-trick for 5-0.Two AC Milan goals in the second half could not stop Spurs, despite Andrea Pirlo scoring a stunning free-kick in the second 45.TV/Stream: SPURSPLAYTottenham Legends XI: Gomes, Chimbonda, Dawson, King, Kaboul, Sandro, Tainio, Lennon, Defoe, Berbatov, KeaneAC Milan Glorie XI: Dida, Cafu, Laursen, Simic, Roque Junior, Giunti, Pirlo, Ambrosini, Serginho, Fuser, OliveriraFollow our live blog below…FT: Tottenham Legends 6-2 AC Milan GlorieIt was a goal-bonanza at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.Goals from Robbie Keane (3), Jermain Defoe, Sandro and Michael Brown for the hosts.Cristian Zazzardo and Andrea Pirlo grabbed the goals for Milan.The stand-out performer for Tottenham Legends had to be Aaron Lennon, who could easily still be playing somewhere.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedFT: Tottenham Legends 6-2 AC Milan GlorieThe referee brings the end to an entertaining game.Robbie Keane’s hat-trick is the standout contribution.Pirlo also gave the fans something to enjoy with a superb free-kick.Copy linkCopiedTottenham Legends 6-2 AC Milan Glorie88. Sublime skill from Pirlo again as he scoops it over the defence.Borriello made the run but could not get a touch on it.Good vision from the Italian legend in the build-up.Copy linkCopiedTottenham Legends 6-2 AC Milan Glorie86. Cafu is still going down that left-flank for Milan.The ball is worked back to Jankulovski, who tries a long-range shot.It flashes wide of the goal with Vorm having it covered.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedTottenham Legends 6-2 AC Milan Glorie84. Well that was worth coming for on its own.Pirlo bends the free-kick around the wall and into the top corner.Vorm was at full-stretch but still got nowhere near it.Form is temporary, class is permanent.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Andrea Pirlo (AC Milan Glorie)Copy linkCopiedTottenham Legends 6-1 AC Milan Glorie82. Cafu is bundled to the floor by Kaboul.Big chance for the Italians with Pirlo stood over it.Vorm is arranging his wall.Copy linkCopiedTottenham Legends 6-1 AC Milan Glorie80. Sandro comes back on, replacing Dawson.The defender has had a good game here today and the fans show their appreciation.Milan are still trying to get forward to score again before the end.Copy linkCopiedTottenham Legends 6-1 AC Milan Glorie78. The ball is played into the back post to find Serginho.He only has one thing on his mind as he tries to catch out Vorm at his near post.The effort was struck well but sliced wide of the goal.Copy linkCopiedTottenham Legends 6-1 AC Milan Glorie76. Great pass from Berbatov to create the goal.Brown waits for the keeper to commit before slotting home.Spurs restore their five goal lead.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Michael Brown (Tottenham Legends)Copy linkCopiedTottenham Legends 5-1 AC Milan Glorie74. Almost the goal everyone wanted to see in North London.The ball is played into Sheringham, he turns and looks to bend a left-footed shot into the far corner.Dida is well beaten but it narrowly misses the target.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedTottenham Legends 5-1 AC Milan Glorie72. Nearly a well-worked goal for AC Milan.Pirlo clips a cross into the box, perfectly-weighted for Borriello.He cannot get the contact required though as it goes harmlessly wide of the target.Copy linkCopiedTottenham Legends 5-1 AC Milan Glorie70. Cafu does well out wide once again.He puts in a teasing cut-back that looks like it is going to lead to a goal.Dawson does brilliantly to slide and win it back for Spurs.Copy linkCopiedTottenham Legends 5-1 AC Milan Glorie68. Zaccardo almost gets a second goal of the game.He gets a shot away in the box but Vorm gets down well to save.Good play from AC Milan in the build-up.Copy linkCopiedTottenham Legends 5-1 AC Milan Glorie66. Lennon is still causing lots of problems for the visitors.He gets to the byline and looks to cross but it id deflected wide for a corner.He still has some pace in those legs the Spurs’ winger.Copy linkCopiedTottenham Legends 5-1 AC Milan Glorie64. A goal back for the Italians.All the work is done by Cafu as his cross cuts out the keeper and gives the striker a simple finish.AC Milan have been threatening that for some time.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Cristian Zaccardo (AC Milan Glorie)Copy linkCopiedTottenham Legends 5-0 AC Milan Glorie60. Milan work it out wide to Cafu once again.He cuts onto his left foot, losing his marker as a result.The Brazilian looks to bend one into the far corner but does not have enough pace on it as Vorm gathers with ease.Copy linkCopiedTottenham Legends 5-0 AC Milan Glorie58. Cafu looks keen to get amongst the goals today.As the ball is played into him in the box, he spins and shoots but the deflection helps Vorm out in the Spurs’ goal.The hosts counter and Dawson tries a long-range effort that deflects wide for a corner.Copy linkCopiedTottenham Legends 5-0 AC Milan Glorie56. Some strike partnership up top for Spurs now.Berbatov and Sheringham leading the line.The noise levels will ramp up if Teddy gets on the scoresheet this afternoon.Copy linkCopiedTottenham Legends 5-0 AC Milan Glorie54. Cafu is causing problems for Tottenham in this half.His cross is headed narrowly wide of the target on this occasion.Big cheer from the fans as Keane is replaced by Sheringham.Copy linkCopiedTottenham Legends 5-0 AC Milan Glorie52. Milan work the ball forward with Pirlo.He gets it out wide to Cafu, who looks to drill a cross into the box.The keeper has to try and punch clear with players queuing up at te back post for the Italians.Credit: PACopy linkCopiedTottenham Legends 5-0 AC Milan Glorie50. Superb long-range effort from Cafu.He fiizzes an effort narrowly wide with the keeper well beaten.That would have been some goal.Copy linkCopiedTottenham Legends 5-0 AC Milan Glorie48. Milan are seeing a lot more of the ball in this halg.Pirlo looks to chip a ball forward but it is put behind for a corner.Freund and Brown are both on for Spurs.Copy linkCopied More

    • 263 Shares169 Views

      in Soccer

      Who is Ciaran Clark? Ex Aston Villa and Newcastle star with over 200 Premier League games now in playing Baller League

      by

      CIARAN Clark is one of several former EFL players who have joined the Baller League. For the former Republic of Ireland international, who last played at Stoke City, it’s definitely a change of scenery. Clark has 36 caps for the Ireland national teamCredit: Sportsfile – SubscriptionClark made just three appearances in the Championship last season despite being hailed as a “valuable addition” to the Potters’ team at the time.With Clark now without a professional club, he signed up for the Baller League draft and was picked up by Trebol FC – who will be managed by Real Madrid and Portugal legend Luis Figo.Clark’s impressive Premier League record is probably what helped him gain interest from Luis Figo. The 35-year-old made 214 Premier League appearances with the likes of Aston Villa and Newcastle across his career. READ MORE IN BALLER LEAGUE Clark made his first appearance for Aston Villa when he was just 19 years old and stayed at the club till 2016 when he moved to the Geordies and was there till 2023. What is the Baller League?Youtube sensation and boxer KSI will be the president of the Baller League. Games will consist of two 15-minute halves.After 11 games, the top four placed teams will meet in the play-offs to determine the winner of the competition.Most read in FootballThe Baller League has been a success in GermanyCredit: GettyGames will be played weekly every Monday from March 24, and will stream live on YouTube and Twitch, as well as be shown on Sky Sports in the UK.Celebrities, futsal players, and former players will compete in the indoor football tournament. Premier League legends such as John Terry, Alan Shearer, Robert Pires and Ian Wright are all managers in the Baller League with the likes of Luis Figo, Alisha Lehmann, Chloe Kelly, rapper Dave and content creators Angryginge and Tobi Brown.Baller League managersLuis Figo – Trebol FCTBJZL – VZN FCAlan Shearer, Gary Lineker, Micah Richards – DeportrioSharky – SDS FCJohn Terry – 26ersAngry Ginge – YanitedJens Lehmann, Robert Pires, Freddie Ljungberg – N5 FCMiniminter – M7 FCDave – Santan FCClint 419 – FC Rules the WorldIan Wright and Chloe Kelly – Wembley Rangers AFCMaya Jama and Alisha Lehmann – MVPs United More

    • 225 Shares99 Views

      in Soccer

      Worrying moment man sprints across pitch towards Erling Haaland before Premier League cult hero acts as human shield

      by

      THIS is the horror moment a fan charged towards Erling Haaland – only to be stopped by a Premier League cult hero.The Manchester City star was back amongst the goals last night as Norway beat Moldova 5-0 in their World Cup qualifying opener.A man appeared to reach into his pocket while charging over to the Norway benchThe invader was wrestled by Brede HangelandCredit: RexSecurity then escorted him out while he attempted to wriggle awayCredit: RexErling Haaland was sat in the end seat as the fan sprinted towards the dugoutBut their win was overshadowed by shocking scenes in the second-half after Haaland was subbed with 78 minutes on the clock.The striker was watching the rest of the game from the dugout when a pitch invader charged onto the field.He sprinted over to the Norway dugout while appearing to reach into his pocket.Haaland was sat in the end seat nearest the man when he was tackled by Brede Hangeland.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe former defender-turned-Norway assistant coach grabbed the pitch invader and pushed him away.Security then intervened and carried the man away, who was still trying wriggle free.Fans called the incident “terrifying” and “scary”.Hangeland spent seven seasons at Fulham, playing 270 times for the club between 2008 and 2014.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKHe has hero status at Craven Cottage and was part of the squad that made the Europa League final two years into his spell at the club.He also had a brief spell at Crystal Palace before retiring in 2016.Erling Haaland swears in live TV interview after Man City win as Sky Sports reporter laughs nervouslyNorway are next in action against Israel on Tuesday night.Brede Hangeland played 270 times for Fulham and is now Norway’s assistant managerCredit: AP:Associated Press More

    • 275 Shares119 Views

      in Soccer

      ‘I felt like I was dying’ – Top Scots football presenter provides major update on mystery illness that forced him off TV

      by

      DARRELL CURRIE has revealed he’s trying out natural medicines in his bid to get to the bottom of the mystery illness that’s forced him off TV.The popular presenter, 42, has opened up on why he’s decided to move away from the traditional western medical approaches.12.09.2017 Celtic v Paris Saint Germain, UEFA Champions League …………………… DARRELL CURRIE WITH HENRIK LARSSON AND CHRIS SUTTONCredit: Kenny Ramsay – The Sun GlasgowDarrell Currie presenting for BT SportCredit: AlamyCurrie is one of the most prominent hosts in Scottish football TV.He was a lead presenter for a host of top networks, including the ESPN and BT Sport.Currie anchored BT’s weekly Score programme and when the channel became TNT Sports, he was installed as one of the top presenters.But in September 2022, he began to feel immense pain while anchoring live coverage of Celtic’s Champions League clash with Real Madrid.He described it as feeling like “a bomb went off in my brain.”Just weeks later, the same issue arose while he was presenting Scotland’s match against the Republic of Ireland, where he revealed he was struggling to stand up.Currie was taken off-air by his concerned producer and he hasn’t presented a live football match since.In January 2023, Currie revealed he had been battling a chronic pain condition.Most read in FootballAmong his symptoms, he was in constant pain, feeling dizzy and struggling to walk.More than two years on, exactly what has been causing the illness remains a mystery with no conclusive diagnosis.STEPHEN DOBBIE EXCLUSIVE Life with Rodgers AND Ferguson and why I had to say no to CelticThat’s why Currie has decided to head down the route of alternative medicine.During his journey to get to the bottom of the situation, Currie feels like he’s been treated like a guinea pig.He also feels he’s been written off entirely by some medical professionals.Of a visit to a London-based clinic, Currie told The Sunday Times: “That doctor couldn’t work out what was wrong with me so effectively just said I wouldn’t get better.”I felt like he was giving up on me. Saying things like that is criminal. I was at my lowest, hearing that just kills your mentality.”It really affected my daughter too. The teachers at her school pulled me aside and said how worried she was.”He continued: “Sometimes I felt like a bit of a guinea pig.”They were just throwing things at me. Some would prescribe things without naming the meds, then you start reading about them and think, wait a minute, why am I taking this?”Currie thought he was getting somewhere last September when a bacteria connected to Lyme disease was found in his blood.He began a daily regime of three rounds of antibiotics.But instead of the recovery he desired, Currie found that his condition actually DETERIORATED.Ultimately, the amount of medicine he was taking left him feeling like he was dying.Currie continued: “I was getting crushing head pains again and terrible dizziness.”Just standing up was a struggle”By the new year, the small progress that I had made up to then vanished and every day felt like a marathon.”I Just felt that like this amount of drugs was going to kill me. I felt like I was dying, honestly.”Currie, who believes his condition is the effects of long Covid, possible vaccine side-effects and Lyme disease, has now decided to change tact in terms of the treatment he’s getting.He’s started a new diet and taking herbal medicines.Currie believes there’s hope with his new outlook.He continued: “My new approach is a healthy one: I don’t know if it’s going to have all the answers but it’s not going to hurt me.”On the whole I’m not much worse off than I was on the pain medication.”That’s pretty unbelievable given that most people with a chronic condition will draw on those meds for the rest of their life.”He added: “Conditions that can’t be cured today could be cured tomorrow, so you can’t give up. You have to keep on fighting in everything you do.”Currie is working as a consultant for TNT Sports while he also returned to broadcasting with Premier Sports.READ MORE SUN STORIESAlongside pundits Michael Stewart and Alan Hutton, Currie hosts the Scottish Football Social Club on YouTube every Monday night.Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page More

    • 250 Shares129 Views

      in Soccer

      Liverpool’s secret weapon to sign Semenyo or Kerkez as Prem wonderkid eyed by Inter – latest exclusives from Alan Nixon

      by

      ALAN NIXON is SunSport’s Boss of Goss.Check out this week’s red-hot transfer whispers from our man in the know…If Liverpool sell Ben Doak, it could be the trigger for some major arrivalsCredit: GettyBEN & CHERRYBOURNEMOUTH saw their hopes of signing Liverpool teenager Ben Doak soar after Dougie Freedman quit Crystal Palace.Cherries are chasing the 19-year-old Scotland international forward but face a real battle to beat the Eagles.Freedman’s exit as sporting director — revealed on Monday — has given them a massive lift, though, as Doak’s fellow Scot was driving the deal for Palace and is also close to his agent.Kop chiefs are due to decide on Doak’s future this summer after his successful loan spell at Middlesbrough was cut short by a thigh injury in January, but insiders believe he will be sold.Liverpool’s asking price will be close to £25million but Doak would be an ideal bargaining chip in a move for Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo or left-back Milos Kerkez.Freedman has left a list of targets with Selhurst Park boss Oliver Glasner ahead of his departure.They include Liverpool’s Lewis Koumas, Burnley centre-half Maxime Esteve and Middlesbrough’s Rav van den Berg.IRONS EYE RIGGThere could be conflict over Chris Rigg’s valuationCredit: GettyWEST HAM are ready to move for midfield starlet Chris Rigg if he does not make it to the Premier League with Sunderland.Rigg, 17, is keen to play in the top flight and hopes that will be with his local team through promotion.However, the Irons are showing growing interest in the playmaker, who would be an ideal domestic addition to their squad.Rigg was shocked to be left out of the starting line-up for England Under-19s last week, with two young Premier League stars in front of him.Newcastle’s Lewis Miley and Fulham prospect Joshua King took up the roles that Rigg had been holding down.Sunderland will want about £20million, though Hammers see Rigg more in the £10m category.INT-EREST IN DUOJosh Acheampong recently featured for England Under-19sCredit: GettyINTER MILAN sent a spy to watch Southampton midfielder Tyler Dibling and Chelsea defender Josh Acheampong.The Serie A giants put a man on a mission to Bangor for an England Under-19 game with Wales to see the duo.Acheampong, 18, who is under contract to 2029, can play centre-half or right-back.Dibling, 19, may go to the top bidders if Saints  go  down.OWLS’ NOD TO HENDANE Henrik Pedersen is top of the list to be the next manager of Sheffield Wednesday.Pedersen is currently No 2 to Owls boss Danny Rohl, who is tipped to move on to Southampton in the summer.Rohl can quit Owls for a reduced compensation fee once Saints are officially relegated.The German, 47, missed out on the move previously because Southampton would not pay the approximate £4million top-flight exit fee.Pedersen is popular with the Wednesday heirarchy and has a lot of experience in several countries, from youth level to first-team boss.MOORE TO FORK OUTBramley-Moore Dock will open next seasonCredit: GettyEVERTON are looking for staggering sums to hire the special executive boxes in their new home.The club have offered wealthy fans and local businesses boxes for more than £200,000 a season at the Bramley-Moore Dock stadium.Many have snapped up smaller deals but some of the most expensive are yet to be filled — at an outfit known as the ‘People’s Club’.GAV ANOTHER GOSOUTHAMPTON will welcome back keeper Gavin Bazunu in the Championship following their relegation — as they expect Aaron Ramsdale to leave.Bazunu, 23, was exiled to Belgium with Standard Liege on loan after a serious injury but is seen as first choice next season.The Republic of Ireland cap lost his place to Ramsdale when he arrived from Arsenal.BIG AL’S WICKED WHISPERWHICH Premier League club are worried they will not be able to sell a RESERVE — who they hoped to move on for £30million?The loyal servant can leave in the next window after waiting in the wings for long enough and only playing a few games.But the anticipated rush for the respected player has not happened and his bosses fear a cheap sale or even a loan to get him out of the door.DAN’S GERMAN PLANLEEDS boss Daniel Farke has sent his top scout to his German homeland to look for Premier League talent.The club’s spies were at Bundesliga matches and second-tier games over the last weekend to check out potential recruits.Farke always thinks there are bargains to be found at that level and Leeds will need new blood if they return to the Prem.ALL IN FOR OLUOluwaseun Adewumi has impressed on loan at DundeeCredit: PABURNLEY face a fight to hold on to Oluwaseun Adewumi when he returns to them from a spell in Scotland.The Austrian Under-21 midfielder has caught the eye with Dundee in a loan spell at Dens Park.The Clarets have already fielded interest in Adewumi, 20.The one consolation is he has already played for two sides this season — for Austrian club Floridsdorfer and Dundee — so cannot move again until the summer. More

    • 288 Shares99 Views

      in Soccer

      ‘I talked to the agent’ – MLS club confirm Kevin De Bruyne talks with Man City icon set to leave on free transfer

      by

      KEVIN DE BRUYNE has spoken to San Diego as he weighs up his future.The Manchester City captain, 33, is out of contract in the summer and unlikely to agree new terms with the eight-time Premier League champions.Kevin De Bruyne is out of contract at Man City in three monthsCredit: RexDe Bruyne has attracted interest from Saudi Arabia but is thought to prefer a move to Major League Soccer.San Diego, the newest MLS club, still have a designated player slot available.While talks have been held with De Bruyne and his representative, San Diego insist nothing is imminent.That’s because they reckon the Belgian international’s wage demands would be too much for their budget.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLTyler Heaps, San Diego’s sporting director, said: “Those rumours, I don’t know where they come from. I talked to the agent.“The agent has many players, obviously.”Every time I see it, I say, ‘Are you the one that is saying all this stuff?’“He’s a fantastic footballer and he loves this area.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK“He goes on holidays here every single year, but I’m not sure where that rumour keeps coming from.“I’ve had conversations with him, but I’ll tell you what, those wages won’t fit our budget at the moment in terms of what his expectations are.”New £34m Man City star Abdukodir Khusanov looks emotional as he’s gifted £135k Mercedes on return to Uzbekistan San Diego are MLS’ latest club, having played their first ever game in February.They are yet to lose a game and sit second in the MLS Western Conference. More

    • 238 Shares149 Views

      in Soccer

      ‘We need to help him’ – England boss Thomas Tuchel reveals his masterplan to make Jude Bellingham even BETTER

      by

      THOMAS TUCHEL wants Jude Bellingham to save his energy for decisive moments — and channel his emotions.The Real Madrid midfielder played the defence-splitting pass that set up Myles Lewis-Skelly for the first goal of England’s 2-0 victory over Albania.Thomas Tuchel earned a 2-0 win in his first match in charge of EnglandCredit: AlamyJude Bellingham earned his 41st England capCredit: GettyBut boss Tuchel reckons there have been times, including at last summer’s Euros, where Bellingham tries to do too much.He said: “He is always ready to give everything.“But we need to help him so that within a structure, he can play more economically and still have the same impact — or maybe even more.“We need to make sure that the leaders — and he is one of the leaders — and the key players walk in the same direction, play in the same rhythm and help each other out.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“And play a little more disciplined maybe, to save some energy for the decisive moments.”Tuchel loves the passion that Bellingham shows.The German said: “He loves to talk to the ref and the linesmen.“Jude’s a very emotional player on the pitch and you just see he hates to lose. You see the desire to win.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK“I think he’ll keep this hunger and learn to channel the emotions a little bit.”Tuchel had his ups and downs managing superstars Neymar and Kylian Mbappe at Paris Saint-Germain and can use that experience to help Bellingham flourish.Jude Bellingham’s girlfriend Ashlyn Castro releases emotional statement on relationship history He said: “Jude is and will be a key player for us. And he is happy to take the responsibility.“He’s always able to make the difference so we need to find the structure to make the most of it.”Tuchel —  whose next challenge is tomorrow’s game against Latvia — enjoyed his debut as Three Lions boss.He beamed: “It still feels great. I love the group of players. Now we’ll try to squeeze the best out of them.”England ratings vs Albania as Lewis-Skelly enjoys dream debut but Tuchel fails to solve Foden issue By Tom BarclayMYLES LEWIS-SKELLY made history and Harry Kane extended his own record-breaking as England sunk Albania in Thomas Tuchel’s first game.Lewis-Skelly became the youngest player to score on his Three Lions debut and top goal-getter Kane notched his 70th international strike as Tuchel began his World Cup qualifying campaign with a modest 2-0 win.New boy Dan Burn partnered Ezri Konsa in central defence at Wembley, while Marcus Rashford and Curtis Jones were also handed starts.Meanwhile, Tuchel wrestled with the same issue faced by predecessor Sir Gareth Southgate – deciding where to fit in Phil Foden.Left-back Lewis-Skelly, 18, slotted home on 20 minutes following a delightful turn and even better pass from Jude Bellingham.But England stuttered after the break – until skipper Kane classily took down a Declan Rice pass and curved home the clincher.Here’s how SunSport’s Tom Barclay rated the Three Lions in German manager Tuchel’s opening match… More

    • 313 Shares139 Views

      in Soccer

      I drove 400 miles in a minibus with my kids to watch England in Euro 2024 final… now I’m hoping to play at World Cup

      by

      JORDAN HENDERSON drove seven hours and 400 miles in a minibus to watch England’s Euro 2024 final loss in Berlin after being dropped by Gareth Southgate.Now the Ajax midfielder — who became Van Henderson by taking his family on the gruelling trip — is hoping to go the full distance with new boss Thomas Tuchel to next year’s World Cup.Jordan Henderson made his England return in Friday night’s 2-0 win over AlbaniaCredit: GettyThe former Liverpool captain ended his 16-month international exile with a cameo appearance in Friday’s 2-0 Wembley qualifying win over Albania.Tuchel believes Henderson’s experience throughout the qualifiers will be vital and there is no debate over his love for England.This was proved by his dash from pre-season training in Amsterdam to the German capital to watch England’s 2-1 defeat to Spain in July.Henderson, 34, had featured in six Euro qualifiers for Southgate but was left out of the squad after his ill-advised switch to Saudi Arabia. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut asked about his decision to watch his mates at the Olympic Stadium, Henderson revealed: “I didn’t know until late whether I could go due to the training times and schedule.“But when I found out I could go, there were no flights anywhere. I couldn’t go from England, couldn’t go from Amsterdam.“So then I looked at how far it was and hired a van for me, the family and the kids. And we drove across. It took seven hours.“I felt I’d been a part of the qualifying campaign. I was in every squad right up until the Euros.Most read in FootballHenderson made sure he was in the stadium for England’s efforts at the Euro 2024 final in GermanyCredit: RexBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK“I was watching on the telly and it was hard — but all I wanted was the lads to do well and win.“Unfortunately, it didn’t work out. But I was happy I went to watch them live. I just needed to be there.”’That was missing’ – Brutally blunt Thomas Tuchel reveals disappointment in Rashford and Foden’s England performancesThere were some stunned reactions from England fans who were also driving to Germany when they saw the Henderson family at service stations along the route. He added: “When we needed the toilet or just popped into the garages, it was quite funny to see some of the fans.“It was nice to see them but obviously I would have rather been with the team.”The experienced midfielder has enjoyed a decent season with Ajax — despite one blip in January when the club were considering selling him to Monaco to save money on his wages.But he has also had a positive impact off the pitch and helped the club move six points clear at the top of the Eredivisie.While Hendo’s return was met with groans by some England fans, it was a clever move by Tuchel as the team lacked leadership in Germany.So did Henderson fear that his international career was over? He replied: “Not really, otherwise I would have retired.“I was disappointed last summer but I still feel physically fit and I was never going to shut that door. Deep inside, I always wanted to come back.“Whether or not I got the opportunity wasn’t down to me but thankfully I kept my head down, kept working hard, kept doing the right things.”I’ve had a good season this year with Ajax and thankfully, I got the opportunity to come back.“From my first cap up until now, anyone can see my commitment to England.“I have always wanted to give absolutely everything, every time I’ve been here — and that will never change.“You see the experience all over the pitch but also you need a mixture of young players coming through. We have that with this squad.”As he stressed ahead of Friday’s game, Tuchel believes that communication was an issue among the England players in Germany.And when it comes to talking on the pitch, as Liverpool’s players will remember, Henderson does a lot of it.READ MORE SUN STORIESHoping to win his 83rd cap against Latvia at Wembley on Monday, he added: “It’s not just down to one player to communicate. “You need five or six communicating all the time on the pitch. The more people talk, the better.”Thomas Tuchel has praised Henderson for his leadership and communication skillsCredit: Getty More