World Cup qualifiers

CROWD trouble broke out in the Hungary section of the crowd within three minutes of kick-off at Wembley – as one fan was arrested for racist abuse. Scores of Hungarian supporters made a beeline for stewards working in the small area cordoned off for visiting fans.
Trouble broke out between police and Hungary fans at Wembley – with one fan arrested because of racist abuseCredit: Getty
One fan had his head split open amid the chaos in the standsCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
One fan held up a banner against players taking the kneeCredit: Rex
In terrifying scenes, the group of stewards, numbered around 20, were left to protect themselves under attack from all angles as tensions spilled over.
They received welcome reinforcement from police who attempted to wade in with batons in an effort to restore order.
But the line of stewards and police were driven down through the tunnel under the stands as punches and kicks rained in on them.
One policeman was knocked off his feet under the force of the attack and had to be dragged away to safety.
Play continued as normal as England attacked down the left wing, yards from where the trouble was.
Riot police and stewards finally restored order underneath the stands, as tempers started to settle down.

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Metropolitan Police confirmed at half-time there was an arrest for a racist slur from an unidentified supporter – sparking the crowd trouble.
The tweet said: “Shortly after the start of tonight’s match at Wembley, officers entered the stand to arrest a spectator for a racially aggravated public order offence following comments made towards a steward.
“As the officers made the arrest, minor disorder broke out involving other spectators.
“Order was quickly restored and there have been no further incidents at this stage.”
England defenders Tyrone Mings and John Stones had their say on the thugs.
When told of the racial abuse of a steward and asked about punishments, Mings said: “It’s very difficult for me to speak too freely on an issue that is to do with police. 
“Every time we speak about racial abuse, the punishments that follow never seem to be in line with what’s happened.
“I sincerely hope that if that was the case, the punishment this time fits what happened.”
Stones commented: “If they’re showing those signs to what we believe in as a nation, I’ve nothing good to say about them as supporters, as human beings.
“To hear that after the game, it’s upsetting and wrong.”
England boss Gareth Southgate added: “I’m only hearing this as I’m doing the interviews. I was aware of a disturbance.
“It sounds like it was not acceptable but I haven’t seen the detail.”
Trouble kicked off barely three minutes into the World Cup qualifierCredit: Getty
The stewards and police were forced back down the stairwellCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
Hungary fans booed as England players took a knee before kick-offCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
But asked about the fighting, racial abuse of steward and fans letting them down, Hungary boss Marco Rossi said: “I cannot comment on this situation, this is not my task. 
“Everything I could say would be interpreted in a different way, so I prefer no comment.”
It is the second time trouble has flared at Wembley this year, following the storming of the turnstiles at the Euro 2020 final in July.
The FA are still awaiting a disciplinary decision from Uefa over that incident – and the governing body are sure to investigate this latest violence.
The FA had been expecting around 1,000 visiting supporters for the World Cup qualifier, the majority of them based in the UK.
Before kick-off the Hungarian fans loudly booed as England players took the knee, while the visiting team remained standing.
A banner was unfurled which showed a symbol against kneeling – but the home support responded with loud applause.
Riot police later took up positions under the stands beneath the small away section in case of more trouble.
The match at Wembley was the return game from the one that took place at Puskas Arena last month in which racist abuse was aimed at England players.
Three Lions players were also pelted with objects in the second half and a flare was thrown on the pitch by the home fans, with Fifa opening disciplinary proceedings after the game.
Despite Uefa ordering Hungary to play three home games behind closed doors after their supporters’ discriminatory behaviour at Euro 2020, visiting fans were allowed in as the game came under Fifa’s jurisdiction.
England condemned the abuse as ‘completely unacceptable’ while British Prime Minister Boris Johnson urged Fifa ‘to take strong action against those responsible for the disgraceful behaviour’.
It is the latest example of violence in the stands at WembleyCredit: Reuters
The visiting supporters set off a smoke bomb after their side took the leadCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
Play continued on the pitch despite the drama among the supportersCredit: Getty
England were expecting just around 1,000 away supporters for the gameCredit: Getty
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CROWD trouble broke out in the Hungary section of the crowd within three minutes of kick-off at Wembley – as one fan was arrested for racist abuse. Scores of Hungarian supporters made a beeline for stewards working in the small area cordoned off for visiting fans.
Trouble broke out between police and Hungary fans at Wembley – with one fan arrested because of racist abuseCredit: Getty
One fan had his head split open amid the chaos in the standsCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
One fan held up a banner against players taking the kneeCredit: Rex
In terrifying scenes, the group of stewards, numbered around 20, were left to protect themselves under attack from all angles as tensions spilled over.
They received welcome reinforcement from police who attempted to wade in with batons in an effort to restore order.
But the line of stewards and police were driven down through the tunnel under the stands as punches and kicks rained in on them.
One policeman was knocked off his feet under the force of the attack and had to be dragged away to safety.
Play continued as normal as England attacked down the left wing, yards from where the trouble was.
Riot police and stewards finally restored order underneath the stands, as tempers started to settle down.

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Metropolitan Police confirmed at half-time there was an arrest for a racist slur from an unidentified supporter – sparking the crowd trouble.
The tweet said: “Shortly after the start of tonight’s match at Wembley, officers entered the stand to arrest a spectator for a racially aggravated public order offence following comments made towards a steward.
“As the officers made the arrest, minor disorder broke out involving other spectators.
“Order was quickly restored and there have been no further incidents at this stage.”
England defenders Tyrone Mings and John Stones had their say on the thugs.
When told of the racial abuse of a steward and asked about punishments, Mings said: “It’s very difficult for me to speak too freely on an issue that is to do with police. 
“Every time we speak about racial abuse, the punishments that follow never seem to be in line with what’s happened.
“I sincerely hope that if that was the case, the punishment this time fits what happened.”
Stones commented: “If they’re showing those signs to what we believe in as a nation, I’ve nothing good to say about them as supporters, as human beings.
“To hear that after the game, it’s upsetting and wrong.”
England boss Gareth Southgate added: “I’m only hearing this as I’m doing the interviews. I was aware of a disturbance.
“It sounds like it was not acceptable but I haven’t seen the detail.”
Trouble kicked off barely three minutes into the World Cup qualifierCredit: Getty
The stewards and police were forced back down the stairwellCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
Hungary fans booed as England players took a knee before kick-offCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
But asked about the fighting, racial abuse of steward and fans letting them down, Hungary boss Marco Rossi said: “I cannot comment on this situation, this is not my task. 
“Everything I could say would be interpreted in a different way, so I prefer no comment.”
It is the second time trouble has flared at Wembley this year, following the storming of the turnstiles at the Euro 2020 final in July.
The FA are still awaiting a disciplinary decision from Uefa over that incident – and the governing body are sure to investigate this latest violence.
The FA had been expecting around 1,000 visiting supporters for the World Cup qualifier, the majority of them based in the UK.
Before kick-off the Hungarian fans loudly booed as England players took the knee, while the visiting team remained standing.
A banner was unfurled which showed a symbol against kneeling – but the home support responded with loud applause.
Riot police later took up positions under the stands beneath the small away section in case of more trouble.
The match at Wembley was the return game from the one that took place at Puskas Arena last month in which racist abuse was aimed at England players.
Three Lions players were also pelted with objects in the second half and a flare was thrown on the pitch by the home fans, with Fifa opening disciplinary proceedings after the game.
Despite Uefa ordering Hungary to play three home games behind closed doors after their supporters’ discriminatory behaviour at Euro 2020, visiting fans were allowed in as the game came under Fifa’s jurisdiction.
England condemned the abuse as ‘completely unacceptable’ while British Prime Minister Boris Johnson urged Fifa ‘to take strong action against those responsible for the disgraceful behaviour’.
It is the latest example of violence in the stands at WembleyCredit: Reuters
The visiting supporters set off a smoke bomb after their side took the leadCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
Play continued on the pitch despite the drama among the supportersCredit: Getty
England were expecting just around 1,000 away supporters for the gameCredit: Getty
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JADON SANCHO thrilled England fans with a sensational display against Andorra on Saturday night The winger rediscovered the form he has been lacking with Manchester United – and pulled out a couple of party tricks in the 5-0 win.

Jadon Sancho impressed as England beat Anforra 5-0
The ex-Borussia Dortmund forward set up Ben Chilwell to open the scoring for Gareth Southgate’s men.
After a lovely lofted Phil Foden pass, Sancho chested down and laid the ball into Chilwell’s path to finish.
He then produced a sensational piece of skill before nutmegging Andorran player Rubio Gomez, leaving the defender all ends up.
Sancho then capped off a wonderful evening for the national team with another assist for Tammy Abraham’s goal.
And England supporters were gushing in their praise for the United attacker.
One person said: “He’s starting to get going. Can’t wait to see him on top form in the united side. Absolutely fabulous player.”

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Another added: “I don’t know who needs to hear this but Jadon Sancho is a much better footballer than [Jack] Grealish.”
And one fan announced the England international’s return to form by saying: “Jadon Sancho is back.
“You’re all going to pay for your disrespect. Scary hours.”
Sancho’s stats for the first half against Andorra proved there was substance to the fans’ praise.
As reported by Statman Dave, he had 87 per cent passing accuracy, 50 touches, five attempted dribbles and three successful dribbles.
He also created three chances and laid on one assist, a statistic he would double in the second half when he set up Abraham for England’s third.
Some believe Sancho should be a starter for England despite his poor form for Man UtdCredit: Reuters

This brilliant display comes off the back of a rough start to his Old Trafford career.
Since arriving at the club for £73million, Sancho has failed to record a goal or assist in any of his nine appearance.
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DAN JAMES is certainly no Czech mate.The Leeds new boy nodded in a late winner when Tomas Soucek and Co were beaten in Cardiff back in May.
Dan James equalised in the 68th minute as Wales took a point away from the huge matchCredit: AP
The draw leaves them level on points with Czech Republic but below them on goal differenceCredit: Reuters
Danny Ward’s calamitous own goal was a horror moment for Wales as they fell behindCredit: EPA
And on Friday night he popped up with another crucial goal in Prague to grab what could be a vital point for Wales’ World Cup qualification hopes.
James may have had to make way for Cristiano Ronaldo at Manchester United in the summer – but he remains a key man for his country.
And nobody was more grateful to him on Friday night than keeper Danny Ward whose second half howler could otherwise have proved costly.
These two were neck and neck in the race for second place in Group E but crucially Wales have a game in hand.
And there is no doubt this draw suits Rob Page’s men more than their opponents.
The Czechs have lost just two of their last 16 home qualifiers – with the last one coming to Germany four years ago.

Aaron Ramsey gave Wales the lead in the 36th minuteCredit: AP
Jakub Pesek equalised as Czech Republic were behind for less than two minutesCredit: AP
So it was a big ask for a team beset by injuries – including one to their skipper and talisman Gareth Bale.
At least they had Aaron Ramsey back – featuring in this qualifying campaign for the first time and taking the armband.  
An eventful night in which the Juventus man scored at both ends began with a yellow card within 30 seconds – for a flailing arm on Filip Novak.
The first big chance of the night went at the other end as star man Patrick Schik – who was sent off when these teams met in Cardiff in March – found himself in space.
He laid the ball off to Jakub Pesek whose low shot was saved smartly by Danny Ward.
But Wales began to take charge with James taking advantage of a mix up and cutting in from the left but blasting his shot over the bar.
A superb ball on the turn from Ramsey opened up the Czechs and suddenly the Dragons were two on one bearing down on goal.
James dallied for slightly too long before releasing Kieffer Moore and he never looked confident as his shot was saved by Tomas Vaclik.
It was a huge chance missed but Wales took heart from it – and they did take the lead soon after the half hour mark.
Neco Williams whipped over a cross from the right which just eluded the head of the on-rushing James – and his marker.  
It reached Ramsey at the back post and he calmly sat Vaclik down before rolling the ball into the far corner.
The former Arsenal man has a habit of scoring big goals for Wales over the years. The two he got in his last qualifier – against Hungary two years ago – clinched a place at Euro 2020.
Ward’s own goal handed Czech Republic the lead in the crucial World Cup qualifierCredit: AP
It looked briefly like he might be Wales man for the big occasion again – but not for long.
Just over a minute later the Czechs got in behind the visitors defence and Novak’s angled shot was pushed out by Ward.
Williams slipped as he tried to turn and Pesek had the simple task of turning home the rebound.
It was a poor goal to concede particularly so soon after taking the lead but overall Page would have been happy with his team’s first half show.
Three minutes after the break though, disaster struck.
Ramsey won the ball back on the edge of his own box and sent a firm back pass towards his keeper Ward.
The Leicester understudy went for it with the outside of his foot and somehow – inexplicably – failed to control it.
He desperately tried to salvage the situation sliding back and kicking it against the inside of the post – but both he and the ball ended up in the back of the net.
It was a horror moment for the former Huddersfield keeper who has played so well since taking over from Wayne Hennessey as Wales number one.
And poor Ramsey was credited with an own goal when he didn’t do much wrong.
Now it was upto Wales to try to get back into it and both Connor Roberts and Harry Wilson were thrown on to give them some fresh impetus.
And it was the Fulham midfielder who teed up the equaliser – sliding a ball through the Czech defence into the path of James.
The Leeds new boy was just onside and coolly lifted his right-footed shot over Vaclik into the corner.
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The spoils were shared as World Cup qualification hangs in the balanceCredit: Reuters
It could have got even better for the Dragons as Wilson again found the pass to put Ramsey in but his shot from a narrow angle hit the legs of the Czech keeper.
Then a cross by Roberts picked out Moore but his downward header was just beyond the reach of Ramsey.
A win would not have flattered the Dragons and would have kept their faint hopes of topping the group alive – but in the circumstances this is a very useful point.
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