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German media make predictable Nick Woltemade point as Newcastle United striker can't win
Patrick Austen-Hardy Senior Sports Journalist 10:30, 14 Oct 2025 Nick Woltemade's performance was received with mixed reviews in his native Germany(Image: Icon Sport via Getty Images) It's going to take Nick Woltemade a while to win over sections...

Where to watch Portugal vs. Hungary: Latest team news and TV information
Portugal have the chance of confirming their ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup next year when they welcome Hungary in their next qualifier. Roberto Martinez's side had to tough it out against the Republic of Ireland to maintain their perfect...

Where to watch Italy vs. Israel: Latest team news and TV information
Italy return to Udine on Tuesday night knowing that just a single point against Israel will be enough to confirm their place in the 2026 World Cup playoffs. Luciano Spalletti's side edged an unforgettable nine-goal thriller when the two teams met...

Where to watch Latvia vs. England: Latest team news and TV information
England will aim to officially secure their ticket to next summer's World Cup finals when they make the trip to face Latvia on Tuesday night. Thomas Tuchel's England continue to go from strength to strength, with the German boss ticking off...

Where to watch Spain vs. Bulgaria: Latest team news and TV information
Spain will look to take one step closer to qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup when they take on Bulgaria in their next qualifier. La Roja continued their perfect start to their qualifying campaign with a 2-0 win over Georgia in their previous...

Former vicar general: Mathias Schiltz, prominent figure of the Luxembourg Church, dies aged 92
Former Vicar General Mathias Schiltz, a leading figure of the Luxembourg Church and long-time chairman of the St. Paul Group, passed away in Luxembourg City at the age of 92. With the death of Mathias Schiltz, the Luxembourg Church has lost one of...

Highlights and goals of Slovakia 2-0 Luxembourg in 2026 UEFA World Cup Qualifiers
Game summary This is a summary of the match in which Slovakia secured an important victory—one they needed—to stay in the fight for a spot at the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. This victory leaves them, for the time...

Luxembourg sovereign wealth fund invests one per cent of portfolio in bitcoin
Luxembourg’s sovereign wealth fund has allocated one per cent of its portfolio to bitcoin, the European Union (EU) member state’s finance minister has announced. Gilles Roth mentioned the Intergenerational Sovereign Wealth Fund (Fonds souverain...

Global Momentum Builds for Social Media Restrictions on Youth: Australia's Trailblazing Ban Sparks International Push
Sydney, Australia – October 13, 2025 – In a landmark move set to reshape the digital landscape for young people worldwide, Australia's federal government is on the cusp of enforcing a groundbreaking ban on social media access for children under...

Entertainment News | 30th European Union Film Festival to Screen Films from EU Member States, Ukraine in India, to Begin from October 31
New Delhi [India], October 13 (ANI): The 30th edition of the European Union Film Festival (EUFF) is set to start from October 31 in New Delhi, followed by the screenings in Bengaluru and Hyderabad. According to a press note shared by EUFF, the...

Highlights and goals of Slovakia 2-0 Luxembourg in 2026 UEFA World Cup Qualifiers
Game summary This is a summary of the match in which Slovakia secured an important victory—one they needed—to stay in the fight for a spot at the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. This victory leaves them, for the time...

How to watch Northern Ireland vs Germany: free streams, TV details, preview for today’s 2026 World Cup qualifier, team news
The Northern Ireland vs Germany live stream presents an opportunity for the home side to avenge their loss in Cologne and move a step closer to reaching their first World Cup in 40 years. You can catch the action from anywhere around the world...

Slovakia vs Luxembourg: How to Watch, Odds, WCQ Preview
Slovakia and Luxembourg face off in World Cup 2026 qualifying action. Here's everything you need to know ahead of kickoff, including how to watch Slovakia vs Luxembourg and odds. How to watch Slovakia vs. Luxembourg Date: Monday, October 13, 2025...

How to watch Northern Ireland v Germany: TV channels and live streams as World Cup qualification battle hots up
Watch Northern Ireland v Germany as Group A starts to heat up, with all the details on TV and streaming information for viewers anywhere in the world. Northern Ireland are going strong in Group A but have an almighty task on their hands as they...

Osaka Expo 2025: Luxembourg named most sustainable pavilion under 1,500m2
As the Osaka Expo 2025 draws to a close this week, Luxembourg was awarded a prize for having the most sustainable pavilion under 1,500 square metres. On Sunday evening, the Grand Duchy received first prize for having the most sustainable...

Northern Ireland v Germany: Kick-off time, TV details and other match info as Die Mannschaft come to Belfast
Northern Ireland are in a positive place going into the second half of their FIFA World Cup qualifying journey after a win against Slovakia at Windsor Park. An own goal and a late Trai Hume strike sealed the big result for the Green and White...

Is Northern Ireland v Germany on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup qualifier for free
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Julian Nagelsmann defends Nick Woltemade after German media criticism of Newcastle forward
Nick Woltemade of Germany with Head coach Julian Nagelsmann (Image: 2025 Markus Gilliar - GES Sportfoto) Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann has issued a staunch defence of Newcastle United forward Nick Woltemade, as the wait for his first goal...

Art Basel Qatar announces lineup of 87 galleries for 2026 debut
Art Basel Qatar will feature 84 artist presentations by 87 galleries when the fair debuts in Doha next February. Presented in partnership with Qatar Sports Investment (QSI) and QC+, the fair – Art Basel’s fifth globally – will be held from 5-7...

Slovakia vs Luxembourg Prediction and Betting Tips | October 13th 2025
The action continues in Group A of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers as Slovakia and Luxembourg lock horns at the Anton Malatinsky Stadium on Monday. Having failed to win the last five meetings between the two nations, Luxembourg will head into...