England-born talents who slipped through the net to play for different countries
While the current England squad has plenty of talent, it could have been even better had some of these names opted for the Three Lions.
Gareth Bale
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Liverpool: Benitez claims Alonso ‘agreed’ to sign for Prem rivals as he reveals two failed transfers
Former Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez claims Xabi Alonso previously had an “agreement” to join one of their Premier League rivals as they “needed to sell”.
Ten classic own goals feature Kompany and Bale embarrassments with Liverpool the beneficiaries
There must be something about Liverpool because they have benefited from some classic own goals, with Bayern Munich boss Vincent Kompany scoring a beauty.
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Benitez furious over Ronaldo ‘lie’; accuses Real Madrid players of ‘leaking’ details to journalists
Rafael Benitez has rubbished claims that he had a rough relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo during their time together at La Liga giants Real Madrid.
Mudryk tipped to ‘replicate’ Tottenham legend at Chelsea; Wright picks out ‘great’ alternative for Arsenal
Mykhaylo Mudryk has been praised after he completed his move to Chelsea from Ukrainian side Shakhtar Donetsk for a fee in the region of £88.5m.
Gareth Bale reaches the final act of one of football’s greatest showreels
The retirement of Gareth Bale marks the end of a career that was about moments rather than graft alone, and while that annoyed some, it did him just fine.
The Gareth Bale Season of 2012/13 at Spurs was one of the greatest the Premier League has seen
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Former Wales and Real Madrid forward Bale announces retirement from football
Former Real Madrid and Tottenham forward Gareth Bale has announced his retirement from club and international football.
Gareth Bale says he’ll keep playing for Wales ‘as long as I’m wanted’ after ‘disappointing’ World Cup
Gareth Bale has vowed that he plans to keep playing for Wales “as long as I’m wanted” after Rob Page’s side suffered a “disappointing” World Cup exit.
Wales boss Rob Page hints at bench roles for Bale, Ramsey in England World Cup clash
Wales manager Page has refused to rule out starting veteran duo Bale and Ramsey from the bench against England on Tuesday.
Page says ‘hurt’ Wales have ‘addressed’ their issues as Bale spots England ‘weaknesses’
Wales manager Robert Page says his squad have addressed the issues that have seen them struggle to make an impact at the World Cup.
Wales team-mate jumps to defence of ‘incredible’ under-fire duo Gareth Bale, Aaron Ramsey
Wales veteran Allen has defended Ramsey and Bale with the pair receiving criticism for their performances at the World Cup.
Bale and ‘Eminem’ wannabe Ramsey slammed after ‘poor’ Wales showing against Iran
Jordan has criticised “busted flush” Bale and “Eminem” lookalike Ramsey after Wales were beaten by Iran on Friday morning.
Only Iran? It’s Cymru home without another Bale out for woeful Wales
Iran’s performance perhaps puts England’s win in a better light but let’s not patronise Wales – they were so, so poor. No one more so than their fading stars…
Bale insists Wales victory against Iran ‘more important’ as he closes in on all-time cap record
Gareth Bale says it will be “amazing” when he becomes Wales’ most capped men’s player in history against Iran at the World Cup.
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Cristiano Ronaldo and a bunch of other players who really should never have gone back
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Wales boss defends decision to not start Gareth Bale after Belgium defeat
Wales boss Rob Page has defended his decision to not start Gareth Bale as Wales lost 2-1 to Belgium in the Nations League.
Bale questioned for choosing ‘easy life’ at LAFC, Premier League trio named as alternatives
“Perhaps he just wants more of the easy life in Los Angeles enjoying their sunshine-filled and plentiful golf courses.”
Bale ‘extremely excited’ by move to USA after LAFC confirm signing on 12-month contract
“This is the right place for me and my family and the right time in my career and I cannot wait to get started.”
Bale will ‘want to come back and serve Cardiff City’ after a year at LAFC, Tan claims
“His contract is for 12 months, let’s see what happens. Maybe Gareth, by then, will probably want to come back.”
Cardiff City miss out as Gareth Bale makes the pragmatic choice for next season
Cardiff City had been holding out hope that Gareth Bale might return to his hometown, but he opted for Los Angeles instead.
Ex-Spurs and Real Madrid winger Bale ‘agrees’ one-year contract with MLS side LAFC
Gareth Bale will join MLS club LAFC upon the expiry of his Real Madrid contract.
Bale ‘visits’ Cardiff’s training base as he ‘speaks’ with Morison over sensational free transfer
Bale has been linked with a return to Spurs, as well as moves to Aston Villa, Newcastle and Cardiff.
Bale advised on ideal summer move as Tottenham, Newcastle and Aston Villa target free transfer
“They’ve got a project; they’re going in the right direction – he would slot in.”
Transfer gossip: Man Utd lead Arsenal in chase for Portugal midfielder, Prem trio eye Bale
Man Utd are the ‘number one pretender’ for a player Arsenal also want, while three clubs fancy bringing Gareth Bale back to the Premier League…
Bale suggests ‘playing standard doesn’t matter’ as he leaves door open for Cardiff move
“I want to be going into a World Cup playing games and being as fit as possible.”