The Totally Football Show with James Richardson Ronaldo sees red, England see off Serbia + Nigeria strike
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Nov 14, 2025 Ronaldo faces an unexpected red card in Portugal’s defeat to Ireland, marking a dramatic shift in his career. England continues its winning streak, securing a perfect record in qualifying with a solid victory over Serbia. Meanwhile, Nigeria celebrates a thrilling extra-time win against Gabon, setting the stage for a crucial showdown with DR Congo. The troubling betting scandal in Turkish football leads to suspensions for over a thousand players, raising questions about the sport's integrity. Could Curaçao make history by qualifying for the World Cup?
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Ronaldo's First Red Could Affect World Cup
- Cristiano Ronaldo received his first-ever red card after an off-the-ball elbow that VAR upgraded to violent conduct.
- The sending-off could carry a multi-match suspension and potentially affect his World Cup availability.
England's Impeccable Qualifying Record
- England finished qualifying with seven wins from seven and no goals conceded, showing defensive dominance.
- The strong results raise selection questions but give Thomas Tuchel a settled system to plug players into.
Exploit Club Partnerships In Selection
- Experiment with club-linked player combinations like Rice-Eze-Saka to exploit existing chemistry.
- Try starting Eze against Albania to test whether he secures the left-wing role before the tournament.