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Amorim Heads to AC Milan Just Five Months After Manchester United Sacking

Ruben Amorim is back in football management, landing the AC Milan job just five months after being shown the door at Manchester United. It's a big appointment for one of Europe's most storied clubs.

By FootballPickr

17 June 2026Read →

Spurs Sign Van Hecke for £52m: Smart Business or Expensive Gamble?

Tottenham Hotspur have agreed a £52m deal to sign Brighton defender Jan Paul van Hecke. The Netherlands international looks set to make the move to north London this summer.

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17 June 2026Read →

Man Utd Set to Save £10m as Amorim Edges Closer to AC Milan

Manchester United could be about to pocket a tidy £10 million saving if Ruben Amorim heads to AC Milan. It's the kind of transfer story that somehow makes United look lucky even when their manager is leaving.

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16 June 2026Read →

Real Madrid Eye Mateus Fernandes as United Haggle Over West Ham Star

Tuesday's transfer gossip has Real Madrid sniffing around Southampton's Mateus Fernandes, while Manchester United are playing hardball with West Ham over a potential deal. Bayern Munich are also closing in on PSV's Ismael Saibari.

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16 June 2026Read →

The 40-Year-Old Keeper Who Helped Cape Verde Stun Spain

Cape Verde pulled off one of the biggest results in their football history by holding Spain to a goalless draw. And the man who made it happen is a 40-year-old goalkeeper who has taken social media by storm.

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16 June 2026Read →

Pedro Porro Commits His Future to Tottenham With New Deal Until 2031

Pedro Porro has put pen to paper on a new long-term deal at Tottenham Hotspur, tying him to the club until 2031. It is a big statement of intent from Spurs, who are clearly building something they believe in.

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Arbeloa, Mourinho and Silva Are All Swapping Jobs — And One Agent Is Behind It All

Football loves a good merry-go-round, but this one involving Arbeloa, Mourinho and Marco Silva is something else entirely. One super-agent appears to be pulling the strings on all three moves at once.

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Real Madrid Agree £51.8m Deal for Chelsea's Cucurella — Smart Move or Mad Gamble?

Real Madrid have agreed a deal worth up to £51.8m to sign Chelsea's Marc Cucurella after the World Cup. It's a move that raises a few eyebrows and a few questions.

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Amad Diallo Scores Stunning 90th-Minute Winner as Ivory Coast Beat Ecuador

Amad Diallo picked the perfect moment to remind everyone just how good he can be. The Manchester United winger fired Ivory Coast to victory against Ecuador with a 90th-minute winner in Philadelphia.

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Fulham Turn to Arbeloa as Marco Silva Era Comes to an End

Fulham are closing in on the appointment of Alvaro Arbeloa as their new head coach following Marco Silva's exit from Craven Cottage. It's an eyebrow-raising choice, but there might be more to it than meets the eye.

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14 June 2026Read →

Arsenal and Liverpool Eye Barcola as Sunday's Transfer Gossip Heats Up

Sunday's transfer gossip is serving up some proper intrigue, with Arsenal and Liverpool both reportedly eyeing PSG speedster Bradley Barcola. There's also a familiar name popping up in Germany, and it involves a certain Manchester United loanee.

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14 June 2026Read →

Ruben Amorim Emerges as Leading Contender for AC Milan Head Coach Role

Ruben Amorim's managerial career could be heading to Italy after his difficult spell at Manchester United. The Portuguese coach has emerged as a leading contender for the AC Milan job.

By FootballPickr

14 June 2026Read →

Ghana Take On Canada Over Thomas Partey Visa Refusal

Ghana are ready to go to bat for Thomas Partey after Canada refused the Arsenal midfielder entry into the country. It's a messy situation that nobody really saw coming.

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Pogba Claims 2026 France Squad Is Better Than the 2018 World Cup Winners

Paul Pogba has stirred the pot by claiming the current France setup is better than the 2018 World Cup winning side he was part of. It's a bold take, but is he actually wrong?

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Pulisic Subbed Off at Halftime Against Paraguay — How Worried Should USA Be?

Christian Pulisic was taken off at halftime during the USA's World Cup opener against Paraguay, with the Americans already 3-0 up. The nature of the substitution has raised a few eyebrows heading into the second half.

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West Ham Ownership Shake-Up: Kretinsky Takes Control Amid Sullivan Allegations

West Ham's ownership picture has shifted significantly after Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky became the club's largest shareholder. Co-chairs Kretinsky and Vanessa Gold have also spoken publicly about the allegations surrounding former co-owner David Sullivan.

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Bellingham Says England Players Need to Feel Loved to Succeed at the World Cup

Jude Bellingham has been speaking about what England need emotionally to succeed at this summer's World Cup. And honestly, he has a point worth listening to.

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Canada's Best Ever Team Ready to Shine at Their Home World Cup in 2026

With all the noise around the US and Mexico as 2026 co-hosts, Canada have been flying quietly under the radar. That could be about to change in a big way.

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Dzeko's Last Dance: The Underappreciated Legend Who Changed Bosnian Football

Edin Dzeko is winding down one of European football's most underrated careers. The man who survived war as a child went on to write history for Bosnia-Herzegovina.

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Lewis Hall to Man Utd, Bernardo Silva Exit and Gvardiol Targeted — Friday's Transfer Gossip Unpacked

Friday's transfer gossip is doing its thing again, throwing up some genuinely interesting names. From a Newcastle left-back fancying a move to Old Trafford, to Bernardo Silva possibly waving goodbye to the Etihad, there's plenty to chew on.

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Why Are So Many Footballers Wearing Pink Boots at the 2026 World Cup?

The opening match of the 2026 World Cup looked less like a football game and more like a bubblegum factory had sponsored the whole thing. Pink boots were absolutely everywhere, and there's actually a pretty interesting reason why.

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Jose Mourinho Returns to Real Madrid on a Three-Year Deal

Real Madrid have confirmed the return of Jose Mourinho as head coach on a three-year deal. It's one of the most surprising managerial appointments in recent memory.

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McTominay Travels Separately With Doctor Ahead of Scotland's World Cup Opener

Scotland's most important midfielder travelled apart from the squad with a doctor by his side ahead of their World Cup opener. It's not the kind of news any Scotland fan wants to read in the build-up to their biggest game in years.

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Three Red Cards in the Opener — Are Referees Setting the Tone at This World Cup?

Three players were sent off as Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 in the World Cup opener, and it has everyone asking the same question. Are referees about to make this tournament one to remember for all the wrong reasons?

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From Near Death to World Cup Hero: The Raul Jimenez Story

Raul Jimenez nearly lost his life on a football pitch, so seeing him score for Mexico at the World Cup means everything. This is one of those stories that reminds you why football matters.

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Germany Players Foot the Bill for 600 Fans to Travel to World Cup Group Game

Germany's players are putting their hands in their pockets to help 600 fans get to their final World Cup group game in New Jersey. It's a classy gesture that comes on the back of widespread criticism about the cost of getting around at this tournament.

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Pochettino Says USA Can Surprise the World at 2026 – Is He Right?

Mauricio Pochettino is backing the USA to be taken seriously at their home World Cup in 2026. It sounds like a bold claim, but is he actually onto something?

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Forest Hold Firm as City's £122m Elliot Anderson Bid Gets Knocked Back

Manchester City have seen a second bid worth £122m for Elliot Anderson turned away by Nottingham Forest. The Midlands club are demanding a British record fee to part with their prized midfielder.

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Gordon Shines as England Breeze Past Costa Rica in World Cup Warm-Up

England eased past Costa Rica in their last warm-up game before the World Cup, with Thomas Tuchel giving a clear indication of his plans. Anthony Gordon was one of the standout performers on the night.

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Mourinho Wants Gvardiol and Fernandes at Real Madrid — Should United Be Worried?

Jose Mourinho is apparently eyeing up Mateo Gvardiol and Bruno Fernandes as potential Real Madrid targets. Two very different players, one very familiar manager with a taste for the dramatic.

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Arsenal Target Nico Williams as Juventus and PSG Also Circle Their Prey

Thursday's transfer gossip is serving up a proper feast with Arsenal chasing Nico Williams, Juventus sniffing around Emiliano Martinez, and PSG eyeing Michael Olise. It's shaping up to be a busy summer for some big clubs.

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Kieran McKenna Resigns From Ipswich Town Before Premier League Season

Kieran McKenna has walked away from Ipswich Town before their Premier League season even gets going. It's a huge blow for a club that was riding the crest of a wave.

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Jadon Sancho Released by Man United After Five Years and 83 Games

Manchester United have officially released Jadon Sancho, drawing a line under one of the most turbulent player stories at Old Trafford in recent memory. Five years, 83 games, and it ends with a quiet goodbye rather than the fireworks everyone expected when he arrived.

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Man Utd Face AC Milan and Pulisic in Exciting Preseason Tour This Summer

Manchester United have announced a mouth-watering preseason schedule featuring AC Milan, Atlético Madrid, PSG and even Wrexham. It's shaping up to be a proper summer of football.

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Kane Is Firing But England Can't Keep Relying On Him Alone

Harry Kane keeps delivering for England but the worry is growing that nobody else is chipping in. Thomas Tuchel has some thinking to do about his attack.

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Baleba Talks to Man Utd Players About Old Trafford Move — What We Know

Carlos Baleba is apparently having a good old chat with Manchester United players about a potential switch to Old Trafford. Could the Brighton midfielder be exactly what Ruben Amorim needs in the engine room?

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Marco Silva Steps Up as Benfica Replace Mourinho With Portuguese Familiar Face

Marco Silva is heading back to Portugal after agreeing to take charge of Benfica following Jose Mourinho's move to Real Madrid. It's a fascinating appointment for one of Europe's most storied clubs.

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Real Madrid's £130m Julian Alvarez Bid Laughed Off by Atletico Madrid

Real Madrid thought £130m might be enough to prise Julian Alvarez away from Atletico Madrid. Their city rivals had other ideas.

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Sullivan Banned From West Ham Women's and Youth Teams Since 2023 After FA Investigation

David Sullivan has been banned from contact with West Ham's women's and youth teams since 2023 following a safeguarding investigation by the Football Association. It's a story that raises serious questions about how the club has been run behind the scenes.

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Tuchel Urges England to Dream Big But Treads Carefully With Saka

Thomas Tuchel has told England to dare to dream ahead of the World Cup while admitting Bukayo Saka is being handled with care. The Arsenal winger's fitness is becoming one of the bigger talking points around the national team.

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Rafael Leão Red Card: Portugal Star Defends Punch on Chile Defender

Rafael Leão punched Chile defender Ivan Román in the face during Portugal's World Cup warm-up friendly and got his marching orders. He says he was protecting a teammate — but does that defence actually hold water?

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Messi Set to Feature as Argentina Face Iceland in Final World Cup Warm-Up

Lionel Messi is set to feature for Argentina in their final friendly before the 2026 World Cup against Iceland on Tuesday night. Manager Lionel Scaloni has confirmed the news while insisting the team will not take any unnecessary risks with their captain.

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Djed Spence Eyeing World Cup Spot Despite Broken Jaw — Fair Play to Him

Djed Spence broke his jaw but is already talking up his chances of making England's World Cup squad. The defender's determination is hard not to admire.

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Man Utd Confident of Winning Anderson Transfer Race Ahead of Man City

Manchester United believe they can win the race for Anderson ahead of local rivals Manchester City, according to Tuesday's newspaper reports. It's the kind of transfer story that gets the blood pumping on both sides of the city.

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Crystal Palace in Talks With Lens Boss Pierre Sage Over Head Coach Role

Crystal Palace have opened talks with Lens manager Pierre Sage as they look to appoint their next head coach. The French coach has been turning heads in Ligue 1 and Palace clearly like what they see.

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Wolves Sign Trippier and Eye Jimenez Return in Busy Transfer Window

Wolves are making some genuinely interesting moves this window, snapping up Kieran Trippier and reportedly closing in on a sentimental return for Raul Jimenez. It might just be the shake-up they need.

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Spurs Close In On Savinho As Tuesday's Transfer Gossip Heats Up

Tottenham are edging closer to landing Manchester City winger Savinho as transfer negotiations gather pace. Elsewhere, Manchester United are reportedly battling City for Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson.

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Man City In Talks With Chelsea To Poach Enzo Maresca As New Manager

Manchester City are pushing to appoint Enzo Maresca as their next manager, with talks between the two clubs ongoing. It's a move that raises plenty of questions about where both clubs are heading.

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Christian Eriksen Is Home and Doing Well After Terrifying Collapse

Christian Eriksen has spoken publicly to say he is doing well and is back at home with his family following his collapse during Denmark's Euro 2020 match. The news has brought enormous relief to the football world after a truly frightening weekend.

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Why Michael Olise Could Be France's Breakout Star at World Cup 2026

Gael Clichy thinks Michael Olise has what it takes to be one of France's best players at the 2026 World Cup. The Bayern Munich forward has been turning heads, and it sounds like he's only just getting started.

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Somali Referee Omar Artan Misses World Cup After Being Denied Entry to the US

Omar Artan was on the verge of making history as the first Somali referee at a World Cup finals. That dream has been shattered after he was denied entry into the United States.

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West Ham Co-Owner David Sullivan Accused of Abusing Power to Prey on Women

West Ham co-owner David Sullivan is facing deeply troubling accusations from women who claim he told them sex was a condition of appearing in his newspapers. This is a story that goes well beyond football.

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Spain Rest Yamal and Williams for Peru Friendly Ahead of World Cup Opener

Spain are taking no chances with their two brightest young talents ahead of the World Cup. Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams will sit out Monday's friendly against Peru as the Spanish camp focuses on getting both players fully fit.

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Florentino Pérez Wins Real Madrid Election and Mourinho Set to Take Charge

Florentino Pérez has comfortably won Real Madrid's first presidential election in two decades, seeing off challenger Enrique Riquelme in the process. The result clears the path for José Mourinho to be officially confirmed as the club's new manager.

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Modric Still Has the Magic as Croatia Beat Slovenia Ahead of Euro 2024

Luka Modric wrote another chapter in his storied career by scoring against Slovenia in Croatia's Euro 2024 warm-up. With England coming up next, Dalic's side will be feeling good about themselves.

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Man Utd-Bound Ederson Called Up as Brazil Lose Wesley to Injury

Brazil have been handed a fitness blow with Wesley ruled out of the World Cup through injury. Manchester United-bound Ederson has been called up to fill the gap in the squad.

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Robin van Persie Sacked by Feyenoord After Just One Full Season in Charge

Robin van Persie's managerial career at Feyenoord has come to an abrupt end after just 16 months in the job. The Dutch club have decided to move on from the club legend after a single full season in the dugout.

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Real Madrid Enter Fernandes Race, Brighton Hold Firm on Van Hecke, Maguire Eyes Exit

Monday's transfer gossip is serving up a proper mix of intrigue with Real Madrid, Spurs, Brighton and Manchester United all in the headlines. There's plenty to unpack as the window rolls on.

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Declan Rice Named England Vice-Captain for the World Cup

Declan Rice is set to wear the vice-captain's armband for England at the World Cup. It's a smart call from Gareth Southgate, and here's why it makes a lot of sense.

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Christian Eriksen Conscious After Collapsing During Denmark vs Ukraine

Christian Eriksen gave everyone a huge scare after collapsing during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine. The good news is that the Danish Football Association has confirmed he is now conscious.

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Messi Left on the Bench as Argentina Cruise Past Honduras 2-0

Argentina got the job done against Honduras with a comfortable 2-0 win in their second-to-last friendly before the World Cup. The big talking point though was Lionel Messi watching it all from the bench.

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Real Madrid Hold First Presidential Election in 20 Years — What Does It Mean for the Club?

Real Madrid members have had their say in the club's first presidential election in two decades. Florentino Pérez faced a real challenge for the first time in a long time, and that alone is worth talking about.

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Kane Confident Heat Won't Be a Problem for England at the World Cup

Harry Kane has brushed off concerns about the sweltering heat at this summer's World Cup, insisting England have done their homework. Whether that confidence is well-founded is another question entirely.

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Dembélé Says France Squad Fired Up to Send Deschamps Off in Style

Ousmane Dembélé has spoken out about Didier Deschamps leaving his role as France manager, insisting the squad sees it as fuel rather than a problem. The winger wants Les Bleus to send their long-serving boss out with the biggest trophy in football.

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Rafael Leão Sees Red for Punching Opponent in Portugal's Win Over Chile

Rafael Leão managed to get himself sent off during a routine World Cup warmup win against Chile, and it's the kind of moment that raises a few eyebrows ahead of a major tournament. Portugal won 2-0, but the AC Milan forward made sure the story wasn't just about the result.

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NYC Mayor Mamdani Makes Bold African World Cup 2026 Prediction

New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani has thrown his weight behind an African side to win the 2026 World Cup. It is the kind of prediction that gets people talking, even if the odds are not exactly screaming agreement.

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US Show Promise But Fall Short Against Germany in Final World Cup Warm-Up

The United States fell 2-1 to Germany in their last warm-up before the World Cup, with Antonee Robinson grabbing the only goal for the Americans. It wasn't the result they wanted, but there were signs of life that'll give the camp something to work with.

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Could Messi Win a Second World Cup and Finally Eclipse Maradona?

Lionel Messi won the World Cup in Qatar and the footballing world went delirious. But could he actually go and do it again in 2026?

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England Beat New Zealand 1-0 in World Cup Warm-Up as Kane Does What Kane Does

England got their World Cup preparations off to a winning start with a narrow 1-0 victory over New Zealand in Tampa, Florida. Harry Kane, as reliable as ever, got the only goal with a header.

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Arsenal Eye PSG Teenager Mbemba on a Free — Smart Business or Gamble?

Arsenal are reportedly making moves for teenage Paris Saint-Germain defender Emmanuel Mbemba on a free transfer this summer. It's the kind of low-risk, high-upside deal that could turn out to be very clever or very forgettable.

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PSG Enter the Race for Gibbs-White as Mourinho Eyes Bernardo Silva

Arsenal's pursuit of Morgan Gibbs-White just got a lot more complicated with PSG reportedly sniffing around. Meanwhile, Real Madrid under Jose Mourinho are allegedly targeting Bernardo Silva.

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Brighton Sign Zadok Yohanna for £21.5m in Typically Smart Transfer Business

Brighton have done it again, raiding Scandinavia for a talented winger in Zadok Yohanna from AIK Stockholm. The Nigerian wide man arrives for £21.5m in what looks like another carefully considered piece of business from the Seagulls.

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Archie Gemmill's 1978 Wonder Goal Voted Scotland's Most Iconic of All Time

The votes are in and Scotland fans have spoken loud and clear. Archie Gemmill's stunning solo effort against the Netherlands at the 1978 World Cup has been crowned Scotland's Most Iconic Goal, beating off competition from Scott McTominay and others.

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Patient, Precise and Clinical — Are Scotland Ready to Make Their World Cup Mark?

Scotland put Bolivia to the sword in a performance that had fans daring to dream ahead of the World Cup. One week out from the biggest game of their international lives, are they actually ready?

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England and Tuchel Must Get Serious Before World Cup 2026 Campaign Begins

England have treated their recent preparations a bit like a kickabout with mates, and that needs to change fast. Thomas Tuchel has one more chance to get things right before the serious stuff begins.

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World Cup 2026 Rule Changes: VAR, New Red Cards and What It All Means

The 2026 World Cup is going to be bigger and longer than anything we've seen before, and it turns out the rulebook is getting a serious makeover too. From expanded VAR responsibilities to new red card offences, there's plenty to get your head around before the tournament kicks off.

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Lightning Stops Saudi Arabia's World Cup Warm-Up Dead in Its Tracks in Texas

Saudi Arabia's World Cup preparations hit an unexpected snag in Texas when lightning forced their friendly against Puerto Rico to be suspended for nearly two hours. Not exactly the kind of drama anyone was expecting from this one.

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David Sullivan Steps Down as West Ham Chairman: What It Means for the Club

David Sullivan has stepped down as West Ham United's joint chairman with immediate effect, bringing an era to a close at the London Stadium. It's a significant moment for the club and raises plenty of questions about what comes next.

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Mr Irreplaceable and Ballon d'Or Contender — Is This Harry Kane's Time to Shine?

Harry Kane has been called irreplaceable for England, and with the World Cup on the horizon, the question is whether this is finally his moment. The Bayern Munich striker is playing some of the best football of his career, and the Ballon d'Or conversation is starting to get serious.

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Messi 'Doing Well' and Could Feature in World Cup Warmup Games

Good news is coming out of the Argentina camp as Lionel Messi is said to be doing well and could feature in upcoming World Cup warmup matches. For football fans everywhere, that is about as welcome an update as you can get.

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Pochettino Frustrated as Richards Misses USA's Final World Cup Warm-Up

Mauricio Pochettino has made no secret of his frustration after first-choice centre back Chris Richards was ruled out of the United States' final pre-World Cup friendly with an ankle injury. It's far from ideal timing for a coach who was just starting to get things clicking at the back.

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How Thunderstorms and Lightning Could Disrupt World Cup 2026 Games

The 2026 World Cup could face some seriously dramatic weather disruptions, and not the good kind of drama. Several host cities are bang in the middle of thunderstorm season when the tournament kicks off.

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Bayern Munich Eye Liverpool Teen Rio Ngumoha in Potential Big-Money Move

Bayern Munich have set their sights on Liverpool's highly-rated teenage winger Rio Ngumoha. The 17-year-old is already attracting serious attention from one of Europe's biggest clubs.

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Tuchel Refuses to Let Tampa Pitch Worries Affect England Selection

Thomas Tuchel has brushed off concerns about the state of the pitch in Tampa ahead of England's friendly against New Zealand. The head coach insists it won't change who he picks.

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Daniel Levy Sells ENIC Stake: What Does It Mean for Tottenham?

Daniel Levy has offloaded his 24.99% stake in ENIC, the parent company that owns Tottenham Hotspur. It's a significant shift in the ownership structure at the club and fans will have plenty of questions.

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Thomas Frank Says He's In No Rush To Get Back Into Management

Thomas Frank had a rough time at Tottenham and it sounds like he's taking a breath before jumping back in. Can you really blame him?

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Real Madrid Eye €150m Michael Olise Move If Florentino Pérez Wins Re-Election

Real Madrid are lining up a massive move for Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise, with a €150m bid reportedly ready to go. The move is tied to Florentino Pérez winning re-election as club president.

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Man City Chairman Promises Big Talk After FFP Case Concludes

Manchester City's chairman has been talking about a big debrief once their lengthy financial fair play case finally reaches a conclusion. Whether that conversation will be a celebration or damage control remains to be seen.

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Andy Robertson Joins Tottenham After Leaving Liverpool — Smart Move or Panic Buy?

Andy Robertson has swapped Anfield for the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium after leaving Liverpool when his contract expired. It's a free transfer that raises plenty of questions for both clubs.

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Perez Promises the Biggest Deal in Real Madrid History — But Who Is It?

Florentino Perez is dangling a very expensive carrot in front of Real Madrid fans ahead of Sunday's presidential election. He's promising the biggest transfer in the club's history — which, given their history, is quite the claim.

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Graham Potter Finds His Joy Again With Sweden After Chelsea and West Ham Pain

Graham Potter is smiling again, and honestly, good for him. After the bruising exits at Chelsea and West Ham, he's found a place where football feels fun once more.

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PFA Men's Player of the Year Shortlist: Arsenal Dominate But Haaland Lurks

The PFA have announced their six-man shortlist for the men's player of the year award, and Arsenal have three representatives in the running. But with Erling Haaland also nominated, nothing is straightforward.

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Superstar in Spain, Doubted in Brazil: Can Vinicius Win Over a Nation?

Vinicius Junior tears apart the best defences in Europe week after week, yet back home in Brazil he still divides opinion. Something has to give at the World Cup.

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Messi vs Ronaldo: The Greatest Rivalry Football Has Ever Seen

For two decades, football has basically been a two-man show with everyone else just filling in the gaps. Messi and Ronaldo have defined an era in a way no two players ever have before.

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Bayern Munich Set Sights on Sergiño Dest as Transfer Rumours Heat Up

Bayern Munich are keeping a close eye on Sergiño Dest as the American defender continues to impress at PSV. Could the Bundesliga giants be about to make their move?

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Amad Scores Late Winner as Ivory Coast Shock France in World Cup Warm-Up

Amad Diallo popped up with a late winner to hand Ivory Coast a shock 2-1 victory over France in Nantes. Not a bad night's work for the Manchester United winger.

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Spain Held by Iraq in Frustrating World Cup Warm-Up Draw

Spain were held to a disappointing 1-1 draw by Iraq in their opening World Cup warm-up match. Without Lamine Yamal, La Roja looked a very different proposition going forward.

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Berrada Puts His Foot Down: Man Utd Won't Be Bullied Into Overpaying This Summer

Manchester United chief executive Omar Berrada has made it clear that the club will not be pressured into overspending in the summer transfer window. It sounds sensible on paper, but United fans have heard this kind of talk before.

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Shakira Set to Light Up the 2026 World Cup Opening Ceremony in Mexico

Shakira is heading back to the World Cup stage, confirmed to perform her official 2026 tournament song at the opening ceremony in Mexico. It feels like a full circle moment for one of football's most iconic musical partnerships.

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Liverpool Eye RB Leipzig's Diomande as Transfer Gossip Heats Up

Liverpool have made contact with RB Leipzig over a move for Yan Diomande, stepping up their interest in the midfielder. It's shaping up to be a busy end to the transfer window with plenty of clubs juggling targets.

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World Cup 2026 Ticket Prices Are All Over the Place — Should We Be Worried?

Ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup are dropping and nobody seems quite sure what is going on. With the tournament billed as the biggest ever, empty seats would be an embarrassing outcome.

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Iraola Takes the Liverpool Job — But Can He Handle the Pressure?

Liverpool have turned to Andoni Iraola after parting ways with Arne Slot, handing the Spaniard a two-year contract at Anfield. It's a bold call, but does it make sense?

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Real Madrid Eyeing Arsenal's Calafiori — Should the Gunners Be Worried?

Real Madrid have apparently set their sights on Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori, which is exactly the kind of news Arsenal fans did not need with their title ambitions still very much alive. Whether this one turns into a proper pursuit or just agent noise remains to be seen.

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Messi Makes History With Princess of Asturias Award Win

Lionel Messi has been awarded the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports, becoming the first individual footballer ever to receive the honour. It is yet another entry in a CV that is already embarrassingly long.

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Diomande Drops PSG Hint as Liverpool Circle RB Leipzig Winger

Yan Diomande has been talking up a potential move to Paris Saint-Germain, saying it would be a pleasure to play in France. The timing is interesting given Liverpool's reported interest in the RB Leipzig winger.

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Guardiola Wanted to Quit Man City Multiple Times — Khaldoon Finally Admits It

Man City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has admitted he talked Pep Guardiola out of leaving the club on numerous occasions over the years. It turns out the most successful manager in City's history nearly walked out the door far more often than anyone knew.

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Marcus Rashford Heads to the World Cup With His Future Still a Complete Mess

Marcus Rashford has shown plenty of his best stuff at Barcelona but his future is far from sorted heading into the World Cup. Between wages, transfer fees and Anthony Gordon's arrival, it's complicated.

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Tottenham Target Brighton's Van Hecke in Centre-Back Hunt

Tottenham are in talks with Brighton over a move for centre-back Jan Paul van Hecke. It looks like Spurs are serious about bolstering their defence this window.

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Fifa Bans Fans From Bringing Water Bottles Into World Cup Stadiums

Fifa has confirmed that fans will not be allowed to bring reusable water bottles into World Cup stadiums, citing safety concerns. It's a late policy change that has left plenty of supporters frustrated.

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Man City Threaten Legal Action After Real Madrid Presidential Candidate Waves Haaland Shirt on TV

A candidate running for Real Madrid's presidency decided the best campaign move was to unveil an Erling Haaland shirt on live television. Manchester City have responded by considering legal action, and honestly, you can't blame them.

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Carrick's Big Summer Plans: Five New Faces Heading to Middlesbrough?

Michael Carrick is apparently not messing about this summer, with reports suggesting he wants five new signings at Middlesbrough. It's an ambitious ask, but Carrick has shown he means business in the Championship.

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Newcastle Join Brighton in Race to Sign Winger — Who Needs Him More?

Newcastle United have entered the race to sign a winger, going head to head with Brighton in what could be a fascinating transfer battle. Two ambitious clubs, one player — so who needs him more?

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Man City in Talks With Chelsea Over Enzo Maresca Compensation

Manchester City are in talks with Chelsea about compensation for Enzo Maresca. It's an interesting situation that raises a few eyebrows across the Premier League.

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AC Milan Enter Summerville Race as Real Madrid Eye Dumfries and Newcastle Target Yohanna

Thursday's transfer gossip is serving up a decent spread with AC Milan, Real Madrid and Newcastle all making moves. There's plenty to unpack from the rumour mill today.

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Konate Opens Up on Depression After Losing Jota and His Father

Ibrahima Konate has opened up about a deeply painful period in his life after losing both his father and team-mate Diogo Jota. The Liverpool defender has spoken honestly about battling depression during what was an incredibly tough final season at the club.

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Man City's Opening Bid for Elliot Anderson Knocked Back by Forest

Manchester City have made their move for Elliot Anderson, but Nottingham Forest aren't playing ball just yet. The Premier League champions have had their opening offer turned down.

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Alex Scott Set for England Debut in World Cup Warm-Up Games

Bournemouth's Alex Scott looks set to pull on an England shirt for the first time as Gareth Southgate's squad prepare for World Cup warm-up games in the United States. It could be a big moment for one of the more exciting young midfielders in the Premier League right now.

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Bellingham Gets the No 10 Shirt — England's World Cup Statement of Intent

Thomas Tuchel has handed Jude Bellingham the iconic England No 10 shirt ahead of the World Cup, with Trent Alexander-Arnold's positional partner Adam Wharton settling into midfield. It's a clear signal of where Bellingham sits in Tuchel's plans.

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Man Utd Confident Bruno Fernandes Will Stay This Summer — But Should He?

The morning papers are reporting that Manchester United believe Bruno Fernandes will be staying at the club this summer despite plenty of speculation linking him with a move away. For a side that has endured one of its worst seasons in recent memory, keeping hold of their captain feels like a genuine bit of good news.

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Can Liverpool Actually Afford a Rebuild Under Iraola?

Liverpool find themselves at a crossroads, with Andoni Iraola emerging as a serious managerial candidate. But the bigger question isn't who takes the job — it's whether the money is there to do it properly.

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FIFA's New Offside Tech Could Change the World Cup 2026 Forever

FIFA has unveiled new offside technology set to be used at the 2026 World Cup, and it could finally put an end to those agonising delayed flag moments. Here is everything you need to know about what is coming.

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Liverpool Turn to Iraola After Sacking Slot — Bold Move or Gamble?

Liverpool have reached a verbal agreement with Andoni Iraola to take over as head coach after parting ways with Arne Slot. It's a big call from the Anfield hierarchy, and football fans everywhere have an opinion on it.

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Villa Dig In Over Rogers, Rashford Eyes Barca and Dumfries Talks Real Madrid

Aston Villa are standing firm over Morgan Rogers as interest in the midfielder grows. Meanwhile Barcelona are circling Marcus Rashford and Real Madrid have opened talks with Denzel Dumfries.

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Henderson Wants England Players to Sweat It Out in Florida Ahead of World Cup

Jordan Henderson wants England's players to stop hiding in the air conditioning and get out in the Florida heat. It's not glamorous advice, but it might be some of the most sensible thing said in an England camp for years.

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Konate Closing In On Real Madrid Move After Liverpool Exit

Ibrahima Konate looks set to swap Anfield for the Bernabeu after entering advanced talks with Real Madrid. It's a big move for the France defender and a significant moment for everyone involved.

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Man Utd Agree £35m Deal for Atalanta's Ederson — Carrick Makes His Move

Manchester United have agreed a £35m deal to sign Atalanta's Brazilian midfielder Ederson, with the 26-year-old set to become Michael Carrick's first signing as manager. It's a bold early statement from Carrick as he looks to reshape the United midfield.

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How Do Aston Villa Kick On After Their Best Season in Decades?

Aston Villa have just finished one of their best seasons in living memory, lighting up the Europa League and finishing in the Premier League's top five. The question now is simple — where do they go from here?

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The Alexander Isak Saga That Damaged Both Newcastle and Liverpool

The Alexander Isak transfer saga dragged on long enough to cause real damage at both Newcastle United and Liverpool. BBC Sport has taken a look at the full picture, and it makes for some uncomfortable reading on Tyneside and Merseyside alike.

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Marco Silva Closing In on Benfica Job — What Does It Mean for Fulham?

Marco Silva looks set to leave Fulham for one of European football's biggest clubs. The Portuguese coach is reportedly close to sealing a deal with Benfica.

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Sir Kenny Dalglish Confirms He Is Undergoing Treatment for Cancer

Sir Kenny Dalglish has confirmed he is undergoing treatment for cancer. The football world has rallied around one of the game's most beloved figures.

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Rodri Says He'll Wait Until After the World Cup to Decide His Future

Rodri is keeping his cards very close to his chest when it comes to his future at Manchester City. The Spanish midfielder has said he won't be drawn into any transfer talk until after the World Cup.

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Barcelona and Real Madrid Eye Chelsea's Cucurella as Transfer Gossip Heats Up

Marc Cucurella could be heading back to Spain with both Barcelona and Real Madrid reportedly interested in the Chelsea left-back. Plus Liverpool are keeping tabs on a exciting young forward at RB Leipzig.

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Both Fenerbahce Presidential Candidates Want Mason Greenwood — Make It Make Sense

Mason Greenwood is so wanted at Fenerbahce that both men running to be club president have made him a transfer priority. It is quite the situation for a player who left English football under a very dark cloud.

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Chelsea Reject Multiple Bids for Josh Acheampong as Blues Protect Their Crown Jewel

Chelsea have knocked back multiple approaches for highly-rated young defender Josh Acheampong. The Blues have made it clear the teenager is going nowhere.

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Arsenal Eye Kroupi and Rogers as Arteta Talks Begin After Title Win

Arsenal have finally won the Premier League and now they want to make sure they can stay on top. A new Arteta contract and fresh signings are all part of the plan.

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Can Ancelotti Win Over Brazil and Deliver World Cup Glory in 2026?

Carlo Ancelotti has never been a man who shies away from a big job, but taking charge of Brazil might be the biggest ask of his entire career. Winning over a nation that bleeds football is one thing — actually delivering a World Cup is quite another.

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Crystal Palace Eye Lens Boss Pierre Sage to Replace Glasner

Crystal Palace are moving quickly to find Oliver Glasner's successor, and it looks like Lens manager Pierre Sage is firmly in the frame. The south London club are set to hold talks with the Frenchman as they look to keep their Premier League project moving forward.

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James Milner Retires: The End of an Era for One of English Football's Greatest Servants

James Milner has officially hung up his boots after an extraordinary 24-year Premier League career. The former England international leaves behind a legacy that very few players will ever come close to matching.

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Messi and Argentina Touch Down in Style for World Cup 2026 Title Defence

The reigning world champions are in town and they've arrived in proper style. Lionel Messi and Argentina touched down in the United States on a custom jet paying tribute to their 1978 World Cup win, with their title defence kicking off against Algeria on June 16.

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End of an Era: Bielsa Leaves Suarez Out of Uruguay's 2026 World Cup Squad

Marcelo Bielsa has made one of the boldest calls of his Uruguay tenure by leaving Luis Suarez out of the 2026 World Cup squad. It is the end of an era for one of South American football's greatest ever players.

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Christian Pulisic Back to His Best as USA Beat Senegal 3-2 in World Cup Warm-Up

Christian Pulisic ended a miserable six-month goal drought with a goal and an assist as the USA beat Senegal 3-2. With a home World Cup on the horizon, the timing could not be better for the AC Milan man.

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Jayden Lienou Called Up to Senior Wales Squad — Leeds Teen Gets His Chance

Jayden Lienou has gone from Leeds United teenager to senior Wales international squad member in what feels like the blink of an eye. The left-back gets his first taste of senior international football with friendlies against Ghana and Romania on the horizon.

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Ibrahima Konate Says Emotional Goodbye to Liverpool After Anfield Exit

Ibrahima Konate has opened up about leaving Liverpool, saying he takes lifelong memories from his time at Anfield. The France defender experienced plenty of highs and lows during his spell at the club.

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Arsenal vs PSG for Morgan Rogers, Rice to Madrid and Alisson's Juventus Dream

Monday's transfer gossip is serving up a proper feast, with Morgan Rogers attracting attention from two of Europe's biggest clubs. There's also some spicy news involving Declan Rice and a certain Liverpool goalkeeper eyeing the exit door.

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Liverpool Set to Open Formal Talks With Iraola Over Head Coach Role

Liverpool are moving quickly to find their next head coach, with formal talks set to open with Andoni Iraola this week. The Bournemouth manager has impressed plenty of people in the Premier League and it looks like Liverpool want a piece of that.

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Breaking News2 min read

Fletcher's remarkable Scotland World Cup call after 17 minutes for Man Utd

Tyler Fletcher was absolutely nobody's radar three weeks ago. The lad was probably sat there booking flights to the World Cup as a supporter, maybe looking at which pubs to hit in whatever city...

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Arsenal battle PSG for Villa's Rogers - Monday's gossip

Right so Monday morning has decided to absolutely detonate the gossip column and here we are trying to process all of it before the week has even properly started. [Declan...

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Ornstein Reveals Arsenal's Summer Masterplan: Two Midfielders, a Winger and a Right-Back

David Ornstein spoke on TNT Sports straight after the Champions League final and revealed Arsenal's summer transfer masterplan. Two midfielders. A winger. A right-back. And a war chest that could exceed £250 million.

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Papers: Liverpool U-turn for Salah now Slot is gone?

Mo Salah staying at Liverpool was already the best soap opera of the season. Now with Arne Slot potentially on his way out, the whole thing has taken on a completely new dimension and honestly it...

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31 May 2026Read →

Arteta Got It Wrong: Odegaard, Zubimendi and Madueke Cost Arsenal the Champions League

Arteta started Odegaard over Eze. He brought Zubimendi and Madueke on in the 91st minute specifically for extra time. Neither of them took a penalty. A centre-back stepped up instead. Arsenal lost.

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How Luis Enrique Turned PSG From European Jokes Into Back-to-Back Champions

PSG spent fifteen years and billions of euros chasing the Champions League and kept failing. Luis Enrique arrived, stripped it all back, and won it twice in a row. How did he do it?

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Gabriel Wanted to Take That Penalty. Arteta Let Him. Was It the Right Call?

Gabriel had never taken a penalty in professional football outside of a shootout. He volunteered to take the fifth one in a Champions League final. Arteta let him. It did not end well.

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Mohamed Salah Leaves Liverpool: The End of the Greatest Era in Their History

Mohamed Salah has left Liverpool. Nine years. 255 goals. Third highest scorer in the club's history. The greatest player of his generation at one club is gone and it ended without the send-off he deserved.

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Ruben Dias Wants Out of Man City: Real Madrid, PSG and Bayern Are All Watching

Pep Guardiola leaving Manchester City has triggered a chain reaction and Ruben Dias is the first big name to push for the exit door. Real Madrid, PSG and Bayern Munich are all circling a player who signed a new contract just last summer.

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Liverpool vs PSG: The Battle for Yan Diomande, the €100m Teenager Who Could Replace Salah

Liverpool want Yan Diomande signed before the World Cup starts. PSG want him too. RB Leipzig want €100 million. The 19-year-old from Ivory Coast could be the most important transfer of the summer.

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PSG Retain the Champions League: Arsenal's Heartbreak in Budapest

PSG are Champions League winners for the second year in a row. Arsenal led, equalised was conceded, and then Gabriel skied the decisive penalty. Football is cruel.

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Barcelona's £13m Offer for Rashford Is an Insult and Manchester United Should Reject It

Barcelona just spent £69m on Anthony Gordon. Now they are offering £13m for Marcus Rashford and expecting Manchester United to say yes. This is genuinely embarrassing.

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Arne Slot Sacked by Liverpool: Andoni Iraola the Favourite to Take Over

Liverpool have parted ways with Arne Slot after one season too many. Fabrizio Romano has confirmed the news and named Andoni Iraola as the clear favourite to take over at Anfield.

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Transfer Talk3 min read

Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona: The Julian Alvarez Transfer War Explained

Atletico Madrid and Barcelona have taken their rivalry to a completely different level this week. Memes, smear campaign accusations and a bag of sunflower seeds. Spanish football does not do things quietly.

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Transfer Talk3 min read

Marcus Rashford to Bayern Munich: Is This the Transfer That Finally Fixes His Career?

Marcus Rashford nearly stayed at Barcelona. Then Anthony Gordon signed and everything changed overnight. Now Bayern Munich are circling. This transfer saga has several chapters left to run.

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Papers: Man Utd have £250m to spend - but Leao to turn down summer PL move

Two hundred and fifty million pounds. Let that sink in for a second. Manchester United apparently have a quarter of a billion to spend this summer and somehow that still feels less reassuring than it...

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France's World Cup Squad — The Most Complete Team at the Tournament

Didier Deschamps has been France manager for 14 years. He won the World Cup in 2018. He reached the final in 2022. He has now named his squad for what he has confirmed will be his last tournament as manager. If France win this one he goes down as one of the greatest international managers in history.

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Spain's World Cup Squad — Reigning Champions and Ready to Do It Again

The story of Spain's World Cup squad announcement was supposed to be about Lamine Yamal's fitness. And it was. But then Luis de la Fuente read out the full list and people realised something extraordinary — there is not a single Real Madrid player in the squad.

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World Cup 2026 Group by Group Predictions — Who Goes Through?

The groups are set. The squads are almost all confirmed. The tournament starts June 11 and it is time to make some predictions. Twelve groups, 48 teams, 32 qualification spots. Here is who we think goes through — and where the biggest upsets will happen.

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World Cup 2026 Young Players to Watch — The Next Generation Takes the Stage

Every World Cup produces a young player who comes from nowhere and becomes a global star by the time the final whistle goes. In 1998 it was Thierry Henry. In 2006 it was a teenage Messi. In 2018 it was Mbappe. In 2022 it was Yamal's predecessor Pedri. In 2026 the conversation starts and ends with Lamine Yamal.

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Barca weigh up move for Hincapie - Friday's gossip

Right so Friday's gossip has come in hot and there's a lot to unpack here. Let's start with the one that will genuinely have Manchester City fans shifting uncomfortably in their seats. [Ruben...

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Papers: Barcelona weighing up approach for Arsenal defender

Ben White to Barcelona. Right, let's just sit with that for a second. The papers are reporting that Barcelona are weighing up a move for the Arsenal defender and honestly, the timing of this...

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Anthony Gordon to Barcelona — Newcastle Fans Will Be Gutted But He Has Earned This

Anthony Gordon has flown to Barcelona to complete his medical. The fee is £69.3 million, inclusive of add-ons. Five year contract. The best player Newcastle have had in the modern era is leaving and honestly, as gutting as it is for their fans, it is hard to begrudge him.

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28 May 2026Read →

Robertson close to Spurs move after Liverpool exit

[Andy Robertson](/players/andy-robertson) leaving Liverpool feels like the end of an era. Say what you want about how the last couple of seasons have gone, but that lad gave everything for that club....

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28 May 2026Read →

Man Utd closing in on £38m Ederson deal

Manchester United are apparently closing in on a £38m deal for Atalanta midfielder [Ederson](/players/ederson) and honestly, it feels like the most United thing possible to happen this summer. Not a...

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28 May 2026Read →

Papers: Maresca wants to hand Grealish a Man City lifeline

Jack Grealish to Chelsea. Just let that sink in for a moment. Enzo Maresca apparently wants to bring him to Stamford Bridge and honestly, it is the most Chelsea transfer rumour that has ever existed....

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27 May 2026Read →

Arsenal target Villa's Rogers - Wednesday's gossip

Arsenal going after Morgan Rogers makes complete sense and absolutely zero sense at the same time. He has been brilliant for Villa this season, proper brilliant, the kind of player who makes you go...

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27 May 2026Read →

Spurs rekindle Savinho interest - Tuesday's gossip

Tottenham going back in for Savinho is the kind of transfer gossip that makes a Tuesday feel like it actually matters. Spurs have been crying out for a proper wide player who can beat a man and...

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26 May 2026Read →

Shaw signs new Man City deal after contract U-turn

Khadija Shaw is staying at Manchester City and honestly, what a rollercoaster that was. A few days ago it looked like she was absolutely out the door, bags packed, taxi booked, and now suddenly she...

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26 May 2026Read →

Bruno Fernandes Just Rewrote the Premier League History Books

On the final day of the Premier League season, with Manchester United visiting Brighton, Bruno Fernandes swung in a corner and Patrick Dorgu powered a header into the net. Assist number 21. Record broken.

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25 May 2026Read →

Mateus Fernandes to United — This One Actually Makes Sense

Manchester United's summer transfer window is already shaping up to be one of the most interesting in years. Ederson from Atalanta is virtually done. And now Mateus Fernandes, the 21-year-old West Ham midfielder, is reportedly giving United priority over everyone else.

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24 May 2026Read →

Cut-price Leao interests Man Utd - Sunday's gossip

Manchester United sniffing around Rafael Leao and Jarrod Bowen in the same window. Right. So this is happening then. Look, Leao is genuinely one of the most exciting players in Europe on his day....

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24 May 2026Read →

Ederson to United — Carrick's First Signing Could Be a Really Good One

Manchester United have wasted absolutely no time. Michael Carrick was confirmed as permanent manager on Friday and within hours the club announced they are closing in on their first signing of the summer.

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Carrick Gets the Job — And Manchester United Fans Should Be Excited

When Ruben Amorim was sacked in January and Manchester United turned to Michael Carrick as interim manager, the honest reaction from most people was cautious at best. Here we go again, another caretaker, another few months of drift while the club figures out what it actually wants.

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Mourinho is Going Back to Real Madrid — And Nobody Knows How to Feel About It

Thirteen years. That is how long it has been since Jose Mourinho left Real Madrid calling it the worst year of his career and heading for the exit with a cloud of controversy following him out of the Bernabeu door. And now he is going back.

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Premier League news: Liverpool back Slot with move for No 2; Everton need ‘a big summer’

Liverpool moving to bring in Reijnen as Slot's number two is actually a really smart piece of business and it tells you everything you need to know about where this club is heading. When a club backs...

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Guardiola says Man City 'need new energy' as exit confirmed

So it's actually happening then. [Pep Guardiola](/managers/pep-guardiola) is leaving Manchester City at the end of the season and honestly, even knowing it was coming, it still hits different when...

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Analysis2 min read

Premier League: 10 things to look out for on the final day of the season

Final day of the season. The most chaotic, brilliant, gut-wrenching Sunday in football. Every year it delivers something and every year you tell yourself you won't get emotionally invested in games...

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22 May 2026Read →

Chelsea to rival Arsenal for Kroupi - Friday's gossip

Right so Chelsea and Arsenal are both sniffing around Eli Junior Kroupi now. Of course they are. Because apparently one transfer saga at a time is not enough for London football and we all need to...

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22 May 2026Read →

Aston Villa Are European Champions — And Nobody Should Be Surprised

Thirty years. That is how long Aston Villa waited for a major trophy. Thirty years of near misses, managerial merry-go-rounds, relegation battles, a pandemic season and enough heartbreak to fill a book nobody would want to read twice.

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21 May 2026Read →

Bridesmaids no more: Arsenal’s faith in Mikel Arteta rewarded with the ultimate prize

They actually did it. After years of being everyone's favourite nearly men, Arsenal have won the Premier League title and honestly, hand on heart, they deserve every single second of it. Three times...

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Papers: Chelsea, Liverpool and Man Utd target Bowen

Jarrod Bowen to Chelsea, Liverpool and Man Utd all at once. Brilliant. The man is basically window shopping at three supermarkets simultaneously and somehow none of them have noticed each other in...

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Neymar at the World Cup — Romance or Madness?

Nobody does drama quite like Neymar. Not on the pitch, not off it, and certainly not in a squad announcement. Carlo Ancelotti stood up in Rio de Janeiro and read out that name and the crowd lost their minds.

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Joao Pedro's Brazil Snub — Ancelotti Got This One Wrong

Joao Pedro posted a statement on Instagram after being left out of Brazil's World Cup squad. He said he was calm and focused. He wished the squad good luck. He said he would be another fan cheering them on. It was a classy response to a brutal decision.

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Brazil's World Cup Squad — Are They Actually Good Enough to Win It?

Brazil have not won the World Cup since 2002. Twenty four years. Six tournaments. Quarter final exits, semi final heartbreaks, a 7-1 at home that still makes grown men wince. This is the year Ancelotti is supposed to fix all of that.

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Portugal's World Cup Squad — 27 Players Plus One Forever

Roberto Martinez described Portugal's World Cup squad as 27 players plus one. The plus one is Diogo Jota, who died in a car crash in Spain last July at just 28 years old. Before a ball has even been kicked, that moment stopped everything.

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Ronaldo at 41 — Respect or Embarrassment?

Cristiano Ronaldo is going to his sixth World Cup. Let that sink in. Six. He was at Germany 2006 as a 21 year old full of energy and potential. He will be at USA, Canada and Mexico 2026 as a 41 year old playing his football in Saudi Arabia.

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Why England Will Bottle the World Cup Again

Let us start with the facts. England have one of the best squads at this World Cup. Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, Bukayo Saka, Phil Foden. Thomas Tuchel in the dugout. On paper this is a team that should be competing to win the thing.

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Why Messi's Last World Cup Could Be His Greatest

In 2022 Lionel Messi did something that felt like it could not be real. He carried Argentina to the World Cup title with seven goals and three assists, produced some of the finest football ever seen at a tournament, and finally got the one thing his career had been missing.

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Why the USA Are More Dangerous Than People Think

Everyone is focused on France, Argentina, England and Brazil. Understandably. But somewhere in the conversation about who can win this World Cup, people keep forgetting the hosts. The USA are going to be a serious problem for someone in the knockout rounds.

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PGMO admits handball error on Man Utd goal v Forest

Right so let me get this straight. PGMO have come out and admitted that Manchester United's second goal against Nottingham Forest should never have stood because of a handball. A handball they...

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19 May 2026Read →

Big motivation if people want Spurs down - De Zerbi

Honestly, there is something quite refreshing about [Roberto De Zerbi](/managers/roberto-de-zerbi) just coming out and saying it. Everyone knows it, everyone feels it, but most managers would wrap it...

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19 May 2026Read →

Chelsea keen on Aston Villa's Rogers - Monday's gossip

Chelsea sniffing around Morgan Rogers is exactly the kind of transfer gossip that makes a Monday feel slightly more bearable. Rogers has been one of the genuinely exciting stories of the season at...

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18 May 2026Read →

‘It defies belief’: West Ham and Tottenham fans fume amid relegation dread

West Ham and Spurs fans are living through something that would break most normal people. Two clubs, both rattling around in relegation trouble, both having left their actual homes behind for shiny...

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17 May 2026Read →

Alonso reaches agreement in principle to be next Chelsea boss

Xabi Alonso to Chelsea. Four years. Done in principle. And honestly, fair play to them because that is a genuinely brilliant appointment if it gets over the line. Look, nobody gives Chelsea grief...

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17 May 2026Read →

Guardiola insists he has 'one more year' on Man City deal

There is something almost poetic about [Pep Guardiola](/managers/pep-guardiola) standing at a microphone reminding everyone he still has a year left on his deal. Like a man at a party who nobody...

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16 May 2026Read →

Carrick in talks over two-year Man Utd contract

Right so it looks like Manchester United might actually be doing something sensible for once and honestly that alone is worth writing about. Reports are coming out that they are in serious talks with...

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16 May 2026Read →

Kerr to leave Chelsea at end of season

Sam Kerr is leaving Chelsea and honestly it feels like the end of an era. Not just for Chelsea Women, but for the WSL as a whole. This is one of those moments where you stop scrolling and actually...

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15 May 2026Read →

McCabe to leave Arsenal in the summer

Katie McCabe leaving Arsenal in the summer is one of those stories that feels like a gut punch even if you knew it was probably coming. One of the best left backs in the world, captain of the...

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15 May 2026Read →

Should Liverpool stick with Arne Slot or is it time for a change?

Right so let me get this straight. [Arne Slot](/managers/arne-slot) comes in, wins the Premier League title in his first season, and now there are people at Anfield actually booing after a draw. A...

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14 May 2026Read →

Man Utd chiefs to recommend Carrick for permanent job

There is something almost poetic about this. Manchester United, the club that spent years throwing obscene money at big names, handing out contracts like party invites, might actually end up turning...

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14 May 2026Read →

White out for season and set to miss World Cup

[Ben White](/players/ben-white) is out for the season and potentially the World Cup too. Honestly, what a gut punch for Arsenal and England fans right now. Look, the timing of this is absolutely...

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13 May 2026Read →

How Gerrard went from 'best night' to 'head like a box of frogs'

Steven Gerrard is one of those blokes where the more you learn about him, the more your head spins. Everyone knows the Istanbul story. Everyone knows the comeback, the captain's armpage, the sheer...

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13 May 2026Read →

What does future hold for Barcelona striker Rashford?

Marcus Rashford scored an absolute worldie free-kick in El Clasico and somehow that still is not enough to answer the question everyone is asking. What actually happens to this lad next...

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12 May 2026Read →

Carra: Only people who don't want Arsenal to win PL thought VAR call was wrong

There is something almost poetic about Jamie Carragher wading into an Arsenal VAR controversy and immediately making half the internet lose their minds. Classic Carra. Never one to quietly sit on the...

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12 May 2026Read →

Arsenal the champions in waiting but doing it the hard way

Arsenal are genuinely on the brink of ending 22 years of hurt and honestly, good for them. Say what you want about how they've played this season, and plenty has been said, but being in the mix for...

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11 May 2026Read →

Boos, no intensity and no identity - what is Slot's Liverpool?

Right so Anfield is booing again. Not rival fans, not a dodgy refereeing decision, their own supporters booing their own team off the pitch. That is never a good sign. That is the kind of thing that...

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10 May 2026Read →

Gomes close to Atletico deal - Sunday's gossip

Joao Gomes to Atletico Madrid then. Can't say it's a massive shock if we're being honest. Wolves are in a right mess at the moment and when clubs start sniffing around your better players, you know...

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10 May 2026Read →

How did league champions Liverpool and Club World Cup winners Chelsea fall so far?

Liverpool spent £450 million in one summer. Four hundred and fifty million pounds. And they are somehow preparing for a Saturday showdown with Chelsea that feels less like a title clash and more like...

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9 May 2026Read →

Real hold talks over Mourinho return - Saturday's gossip

Jose Mourinho back at Real Madrid. Just let that sink in for a second. The man who left the Bernabeu in 2013 with half the dressing room apparently not speaking to him might actually be walking back...

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9 May 2026Read →

Chelsea favourites to sign Shaw as Man City exit nears

Chelsea are apparently the frontrunners to sign Khadija Shaw from Manchester City this summer, with the Jamaican striker likely heading to Stamford Bridge on a free. And honestly, what a signing that...

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8 May 2026Read →

Why resolute Arsenal will believe prolific PSG can be beaten in final

Arsenal in a Champions League final. Let me just sit with that for a second. After years of watching them bottle top four races, implode in big moments and generally find new and creative ways to...

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7 May 2026Read →

From ego-ridden team to complete package - why PSG pose ultimate test

PSG in a Champions League final. Right. So it has actually happened then. The project that used to be the most expensive ego parade in world football, a rotating door of sulking superstars who could...

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7 May 2026Read →

Chelsea owners face moment of reckoning amid fan backlash

Chelsea fans have finally had enough. And honestly, who can blame them. When you spend close to two billion pounds on players, cycle through managers like you're flipping channels, and still somehow...

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6 May 2026Read →

'You know who we want' - Saka drops big hint over who Arsenal want to face in CL final

Right so [Bukayo Saka](/players/bukayo-saka) is out here doing the thing every fan does when they're feeling themselves a little bit. Pointing at the easier opponent in the draw like "yeah, we'll...

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6 May 2026Read →

Carra: If Arsenal beat West Ham, they win the Premier League

Jamie Carragher has done it now. He's only gone and said the quiet part out loud. If Arsenal beat West Ham on Sunday, they win the Premier League. Carra said it. On telly. With his whole chest. And...

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Will a fit Saka prove key to Arsenal's season finale?

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Papers: Man Utd ready to spend £150m on three midfielders this summer

Manchester United spending £150 million on three midfielders this summer. Three. Midfielders. In one window. Right, where to even start with this one. Look, United's midfield has been absolutely...

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Carrick has the Ferguson magic, says Cunha

Matheus Cunha has come out and said that [Michael Carrick](/managers/michael-carrick) has the Ferguson magic. Right. Okay. Let's just take a breath here. Look, nobody wants this to be true more than...

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Juventus make Liverpool's Alisson a top target

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Opinion4 min read

Manchester United vs Liverpool: More Than Just Points

There are football matches and then there are Manchester United versus Liverpool. This one does not need a league table to give it meaning. Decades of history, genuine mutual contempt, and some of the most iconic moments the Premier League has ever produced make this fixture what it is regardless of what the standings say.

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Match Report3 min read

Arsenal 3-0 Fulham: Saka, Gyokeres and Lewis-Skelly Shine as Gunners Dominate

Arsenal did what Arsenal need to keep doing right now — they turned up, they performed, and they made it look relatively straightforward. A 3-0 win over Fulham at the Emirates was not just three points, it was a statement of intent from a side that has been questioned all season about whether they have the mental fortitude to grind out results when the pressure is on.

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'It's like we're all crying and relegated' - Spurs' De Zerbi delivers monologue

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