Fifa has firmly condemned what it describes as a coordinated and persistent campaign aimed at weakening the organisation and its president, Gianni Infantino. The response came after a Daily Telegraph article, external source alleged that a woman said to have been involved with Infantino received severance money from Uefa following an affair during his time […]
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Lukas Hornicek: Looked assured with the ball at his feet and produced several solid stops. However, he must communicate more decisively with his central defenders and take greater control of the penalty area. 7 Leo Shahar: Showed an adventurous approach and regularly attempted passes into space along the right flank. It was a useful learning […]
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Carrick has confirmed that Marcus Rashford will return to the Manchester United squad for the team’s visit to the Republic of Ireland. Rashford, fellow England international Kobbie Mainoo and Argentina defender Lisandro Martinez are the last three United players to report back following the World Cup. Rashford had not been expected to come back after […]
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Manchester United earned a respectable 1-1 draw against European champions Paris Saint-Germain in a friendly in Gothenburg on Saturday, although Mason Mount’s injury overshadowed the performance. The England midfielder moved to United from Chelsea in 2023 but has struggled with fitness issues throughout his time at Old Trafford. After being named in the starting lineup […]
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Of all the qualities that made Bruno Guimarães a favourite among Newcastle supporters, one stood out above the rest. The midfielder described it himself after completing his £75m transfer to Arsenal. “It is difficult to choose,” the Brazilian said when asked what fans in north London should expect. “I can move the ball well, cover […]
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Delano Burgzorg converted the decisive shootout penalty after Jusef Erabi’s stoppage-time equaliser helped 10-man Preston eliminate Huddersfield from the Carabao Cup. The match was staged at Goodison Park, Everton’s former home, because the playing surface at Deepdale was not yet ready. Daniel Iversen made two saves in the shootout following a dramatic conclusion to normal […]
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Wearing a black bomber jacket despite the unusual heat and accompanied by a substantial security detail, David Sullivan settled into his seat. Ignoring advice from the stadium operators, serious accusations against him and widespread public criticism, West Ham’s leading shareholder and former co-chair remained highly visible with his arms folded. West Ham secured an encouraging […]
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The 39-year-old Inter Miami attacker has also collected a record eight Ballon d’Or awards. During 17 seasons with Barcelona’s senior side, he lifted the Champions League trophy four times and won 10 La Liga championships. Jorge was a devoted supporter of his hometown club, Newell’s Old Boys, where Lionel began playing at the age of […]
Continue ReadingJorge Messi, Lionel Messi’s father and longtime agent, has died at the age of 68 following an extended illness, his family confirmed. He passed away at a medical facility in Rosario, Argentina. During his final months, Jorge divided his time between the clinic and his home, where he was supported by his wife, Celia, and […]
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Former West Ham United co-chairman David Sullivan was present for the club’s Carabao Cup tie against Portsmouth, despite advice that he should avoid home fixtures at London Stadium. Sullivan stepped down as West Ham’s co-chair in June after seven women accused him of sexually exploitative and predatory conduct. He firmly denies all the allegations. Following […]
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