While the nation is gripped by World Cup fever and a new take on an old rivalry, the Matildas themselves are unfazed by the rivalry chatter ahead of their World Cup semifinal against England.
Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins proved a thorn in Arsenal’s side again as he completed his side’s comeback with the equaliser in a 2-2 draw in the Premier League on Saturday.
Christian Eriksen is hopeful Manchester United’s summer tour of the United States provides better preparation for the new season after suggesting a difficult tour 12 months ago contributed to their poor campaign.
Captain Javi Puado scored from the penalty spot to cancel out a first-half strike by Cesar Azpilicueta as relegation-threatened Espanyol held third-placed Atletico Madrid to a 1-1 draw in LaLiga on Saturday.