France got off the mark at the European Under-21 Championship with a 2-0 win over Russia, while a second successive loss for England leaves them on the brink of elimination.
Les Bleuets went down 1-0 to Denmark in their tournament opener but responded with a routine win in Szombathely on Sunday through a pair of first-half penalties.
Odsonne Edouard won and converted the first of the spot-kicks after 15 minutes and Jonathan Ikone added a second from 12 yards with a precise Panenka.
Defeat for France would have knocked them out of the competition, but some good goalkeeping from Alban Lafont kept their two-goal margin intact and they live to fight on.
England's hopes of progressing to the semi-finals later this year were dealt another huge blow, however, as they suffered a 2-0 defeat against Portugal in Ljubljana.
Aidy Boothroyd's side, who lost 1-0 to Switzerland in their opener, failed to muster a single shot on target versus Portugal and now require a helping hand in the final set of games.
A goal-line clearance from Ben Godfrey denied Portugal an early breakthrough, but their persistence paid off as they found the net for the 30th U21 Euros match running.
Dani Carvalho rounded off a counter with a low curler away from Aaron Ramsdale into the bottom corner and substitute Francisco Trincao converted a penalty 10 minutes later.
England now need to beat Croatia, who edged out Switzerland 3-2 earlier on Sunday, in their next match and hope Portugal beat the Swiss in Wednesday's other group clash.
Croatia were made to work hard for their victory at SRC Bonifika - their first ever in the competition - after seeing their three-goal lead reduced to just one in a thrilling contest.
Luka Ivanusec opened the scoring early on against the run of play and they were cruising when Nikola Moro and Dario Vizinger added quickfire goals shortly after the hour mark - the former from the penalty spot.
But there was to be some late drama as substitute Kastriot Imeri scored from the penalty spot and Sandro Kulenovic put into his own net.
Switzerland nearly snatched an incredible comeback point, only for Dominik Kotarski to deny Alexandre Jankewitz with a big save in added time.
Denmark were 2-0 winners against Iceland in Sunday's early kick-off, meanwhile, thanks to goals from Gustav Isaksen and Mads Bech in the first 18 minutes.
Oliver Christensen kept out a Sveinn Aron Gudjohnsen penalty before half-time and Iceland failed to put up much of a fight from that point on.
The Danes are three points clear of France and Wednesday's opponents Russia, while Iceland are without a point but could still advance if results go their way next week.
Reggae boy Kaheim Dixon scores four in Charlton U21s’ 9-2 rout of Wingate & Finchley
Jamaican international Kaheim Dixon delivered a stunning performance on Tuesday evening, scoring four goals to lead Charlton Athletic’s U21 side to a dominant 9-2 victory over Wingate & Finchley in the third round of the London Senior Cup. The match, held at the Maurice Rebak Stadium, showcased Dixon’s clinical finishing and skill as the young Addicks advanced to the fourth round of the competition.
Charlton took control early, with Kai Enslin opening the scoring in the fifth minute, chesting down a lofted ball before firing in a precise finish. The Addicks doubled their lead in the 27th minute when Nathan Asiimwe, stepping down from the first team, headed home a pinpoint cross from Toby Bower.
Wingate & Finchley briefly pulled one back after halftime through Jaiden Drakes-Thomas, whose low strike beat goalkeeper Lennon MacLorg. However, Charlton quickly reestablished their dominance as Enslin netted his second with fancy footwork and a composed finish.
Drakes-Thomas added another for the hosts, but from then on, it was the Kaheim Dixon Show. The 20-year-old forward opened his account in the 67th minute with a long-range effort that left the keeper helpless. Moments later, Ibrahim Fullah added Charlton’s fifth before Dixon delivered a spectacular bicycle kick in the 75th minute, converting a cross from Enslin with flair.
Dixon completed his hat-trick just two minutes later, rounding the keeper after being played through on goal. He added his fourth deep into stoppage time, driving into the box and slotting a calm finish into the far corner to cap off a memorable night.
The match also saw contributions from Jacob Safa, who scored Charlton’s eighth after coming off the bench, and Enslin, who finished with a brace.
Charlton U21s manager Chris Lock praised Dixon’s impact and the team’s performance, saying, “Kaheim was outstanding tonight. His composure, skill, and hunger for goals were top-class. It was a strong team effort, and these kinds of performances are crucial for the development of our players.”
Dixon’s standout display is the latest milestone in his promising career, as the Jamaican continues to impress at club level and build his reputation as a rising star for the Reggae Boyz.
Charlton will now look forward to the fourth round of the London Senior Cup, with confidence running high after their emphatic display.
Walter dismissed as Hull coach after nine-game winless run
Tim Walter has been sacked as Hull City's head coach after just six months in charge at the MKM Stadium.
The German was appointed in May as successor to Liam Rosenior, who guided the Tigers to a seventh-place finish in the Championship last season.
However, Walter has been unable to build on that momentum, winning just three of his 17 league matches in charge.
Tuesday's home defeat to Sheffield Wednesday extended a nine-game winless streak for Hull, who occupy 22nd place in the table, and ultimately spelt the end for the 49-year-old.
"Hull City can confirm we have parted company with head coach Tim Walter with immediate effect," a statement on the club's website read. "Assistant head coaches Julian Hubner and Filip Tapalovic have also left the club.
"First-team coach Andy Dawson will take interim charge while the club conducts a thorough recruitment process for a permanent successor.
"We would like to thank Tim, Julian and Filip for their efforts during their time at the MKM Stadium and wish them well for the future."
Suarez signs new one-year contract extension with Inter Miami
Luis Suarez has put pen to paper on a new one-year contract extension with Inter Miami, keeping him at the club until the end of the 2025 season.
Suarez joined the Herons in December 2023, reuniting with former Barcelona team-mates Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba.
The Uruguayan registered 37 goal involvements (25 goals, 12 assists) in 37 games in all competitions last season, helping Miami to their first Supporters' Shield title.
In the MLS, only D.C. United's Christian Benteke (23) scored more goals than Suarez (21, level with Messi and Denis Bouanga).
The Herons set a MLS regular-season points record of 74 but were defeated by Atlanta United in the first round of the play-offs.
"I'm very happy, very excited to continue for another year and to be able to enjoy being here with this fanbase, which for us is like family," Suarez said.
"We feel very, very connected with them, and hopefully, next year, we can bring them even more joy."
News of Suarez's new deal comes the day after Miami appointed his former Barcelona team-mate Javier Mascherano as head coach following the resignation of Gerardo Martino.
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