Kick Off: France held by Ukraine; Belgium cruise past Wales

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Match Reports

France 1-1 Ukraine: Own goal denies world champions opening win

World champions France kicked off their Qatar 2022 qualifying campaign with a disappointing 1-1 draw against Ukraine at the Stade de France.

Belgium 3-1 Wales: Martinez's side open WCQ campaign with comfortable win

Harry Wilson gave Wales shock lead; but goals from Kevin De Bruyne, Thorgan Hazard and Romelu Lukaku sealed Belgium's victory; Belgium win 13th straight competitive match at home; Wales suffer first defeat in five games.

Portugal 1-0 Azerbaijan: CR7 kept quiet as European champions struggle to win

Portugal required an own goal from Maksim Medvedev to help them to an unconvincing 1-0 victory over Azerbaijan in their opening World Cup 2022 qualifying fixture in Turin.

Top Headlines

Back to the future! Madrid face reuniting BBC as alternative to Mbappe & Haaland

Real Madrid could reunite their all-conquering front three of Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale and Karim Benzema next season, a prospect that has thrilled the Spanish press.

Cristiano Ronaldo 'open' to Real Madrid return amid Juventus struggles

Cristiano Ronaldo believes his time with Juventus has come to an end and would leap at the opportunity to return to Real Madrid, according to reports in Spain.

Suarez 'could make sensational return to Liverpool' if Salah leaves this summer

A sensational Anfield return for Luis Suarez could be on the cards if Mo Salah leaves this summer.

These things happen

Man City centre back Eric Garcia 'to sign five-year contract at Barcelona'

Eric Garcia is reportedly set to sign a five-year deal at Barcelona with the Manchester City centre back unwilling to sign a new deal at the Etihad.

Wijnaldum pressed on Liverpool future as Barca edge closer to sealing transfer

Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum has once again been pressed on his plans for the future as time ticks down on his contract.

Marcus Rashford and Bukayo Saka miss England training

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford sat out of England training on Wednesday but is continuing his rehabilitation from a foot problem.

Solskjaer 'keeps calling' Erling Haaland to persuade him to join Man United

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has already begun making his move to convince Erling Haaland to join him at Old Trafford in the summer.

Karim Benzema divides France more than ever

Despite the fact common sense would suggest Didier Deschamps will never again pick Karim Benzema for his French squad, there is a debate that occurs every international break over the Real Madrid forward, and he is dividing France more than ever ahead of Euro 2021.

What they say

Nedved: “Cristiano is untouchable, Pirlo will be coach of Juve at 100%"

Nedved: “Cristiano is untouchable, Pirlo will be coach of Juve at 100%"

Paul Ince calls on Man United to make an audacious swoop for Aguero this summer

Paul Ince has called on Manchester United to make an audacious move for Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero on a free transfer this summer.

Pedri plays down comparisons to Iniesta after first call-up to Spain squad

Barcelona midfielder Pedri has been quick to shut down any talk of comparisons between himself and club legend Andres Iniesta as he gears up for a potential senior debut for Spain.

Enrique: Spain's goalkeeper has been decided, but I'm not saying who

Spain boss Luis Enrique has revealed that he has his ideas for the goalkeeper position wrapped up, but he didn't want to make it public.

IN DEPTH

Where the 12 Chelsea players Lampard let go are now - from Pedro to Morata

Chelsea have a list of departures as long as any club in the world, with their bloated approach often resulting in hopefuls never making an appearance.

UEFA European Under 21 Championship: 10 rising stars to watch

The European Under 21 Championship group stage gets underway this evening with 16 nations competing for a place in this summer's finals.

How stars tried to force a move in the past in light of Haaland's rage

Speculation over Erling Haaland's future increased again following his angry and x-rated outburst at Borussia Dortmund during and after their 2-2 draw at Cologne.