Shaka Hislop says the attributes that helped Raheem Sterling score his first England hat trick didn't exist in his game 18 months ago. Raheem Sterling scored his first international hat trick and won a penalty kick as England thumped the Czech Republic in Euro 2020 qualifying. European Championship Qualifying: Tomas Kalas own goal (84') England 5-0 Czech Republic European Championship Qualifying: Raheem Sterling (68') England 4-0 Czech Republic European Championship Qualifying: Raheem Sterling (62') England 3-0 Czech Republic European Championship Qualifying: Harry Kane (45'+2) England 2-0 Czech Republic European Championship Qualifying: Raheem Sterling (24') England 1-0 Czech Republic Eric Dier will miss England's Euro 2020 qualifier at Montenegro on Monday after picking up an injury in Friday's win over the Czech Republic.The Tottenham Hotspur midfielder was substituted early in the match following a hard challenge by Czech midfielder Tomas Soucek.Dier tried to continue but was brought off after 26 minutes and replaced by Ross Barkley."I think he will go back to his club. Hopefully not too serious, bit of a muscular injury but he won't be right for our second game," England...

Shaka Hislop presents his weekly Power Rankings, where quite a few Premier League clubs find their way into the top 10. Gab Marcotti delves into the Champions League quarterfinal ties of Ajax vs. Juventus, Liverpool vs. Porto, Tottenham vs. Man City and Man United vs. Barcelona. James Ward-Prowse's second brilliant free kick in a week gave Southampton a shock 2-1 over Spurs who now remain without a Premier League win in four games. Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris has said his ban for drink driving brought him closer to manager Mauricio Pochettino.Pochettino raced over to embrace Lloris following the 3-0 win at Manchester United in August, which came just three days after the World Cup winner had been arrested in London.Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S.ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ schedule"It is a special and strong relationship, and has been from the start -- ever since his first telephone call after the 2014 World Cup," the 32-year-old told L'Equipe. "I was immediately convinced."I remember...

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Sheffield United Women have said they do not condone racism after their player Sophie Jones was found guilty.Sheffield United Women have terminated the contract of forward Sophie Jones after she was found guilty of racial abuse.Following a match against Sheffield United, Tottenham Hotspur Ladies' Renee Hector suggested an opposition player had aimed monkey noises at her. Jones was charged by the Football Association with using "abusive and/or insulting" words following the fixture and that resulted in a five-match suspension and £200 fine.Watch on ESPN networks in the U.S.ESPN+ is America's home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy's Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. | ESPN+ scheduleAnd Sheffield United have now terminated her contract."Sheffield...

With the UEFA Nations League semifinals set, Craig Burley believes a resurgent Netherlands side will give England all they can handle. Netherlands' Virgil van Dijk insists there is a new buzz around the national team and they are ready to face anyone including a resurgent and impressive England side. England captain Harry Kane has said winning the inaugural UEFA Nations League would surpass last year's run to the World Cup semifinals.The striker was a key member of the squad that made history in Russia under Gareth Southgate, winning the Golden Boot and helping England reach the final four of a major tournament for the first time in 22 years.Editors' PicksESPN FC's experts ranked the best men's players and managers in world football. Check it out.ESPN and Marvel teamed up to turn our favorite soccer captains into galaxy-dominating superheroes.- Follow Transfer Talk LIVE- Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores!England begin their qualifying campaign for Euro 2020 against Czech Republic at Wembley on Friday before travelling to Montenegro for a second qualifier...