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Ticket trafficking at 2026 World Cup: Senegalese police open investigation into FSF
Two months after Senegal's elimination in the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup, Senegal's Criminal Investigation Division has opened an inquiry into the ticketing managed by the Senegalese Football Federation following an unpaid debt of 50 million CFA francs.
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Alonso admits Fernandez lacks desire to play for Chelsea as £120m City move looms
Xabi Alonso has revealed he held talks with Enzo Fernandez and dropped him from Chelsea's Carabao Cup squad due to the midfielder's lack of desire to play, as Manchester City's £100m bid falls short of the club's £120m asking price.
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Carrick expects £70m Baleba to make Manchester United debut within three weeks
Carlos Baleba will miss Manchester United's Premier League opener against Ipswich on Sunday due to an ankle ligament injury, but manager Michael Carrick expects the £70m signing from Brighton to be available within two to three weeks.
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Moyes stays tight-lipped on Grealish return as Everton target fresh signings
David Moyes refused to confirm interest in Jack Grealish at his pre-match press conference, saying the Manchester City winger 'is not at our club' — though Grealish has reportedly named Everton as his preferred destination if City move him on.
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Alvarez left with only Arsenal or Atletico after five-hour meeting and three days absent from training
Julian Alvarez has held a five-and-a-half hour late-night meeting over his future and missed three consecutive Atletico Madrid training sessions, with reports suggesting only two options remain: stay at Atleti or join Arsenal in a deal worth €150m.
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Conference League: Monaco drawn with Brighton, Freiburg and Gibraltar's Red Imps
AS Monaco has learned its six opponents for the Conference League league phase: the Monégasques will face Brighton and Freiburg, as well as Gibraltar's Red Imps. The detailed fixture list will be published by UEFA by Sunday.
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Ibrahim Maza faces OM and OL: Bayer Leverkusen drawn with two French clubs in Europa League
The Europa League group stage draw has placed Bayer Leverkusen alongside Olympique de Marseille and Olympique Lyonnais, offering Algerian supporters a special opportunity to follow their rising star Ibrahim Maza, 20, who has become a key figure for the national team.
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Celtic and Rangers ordered to play Scottish Cup ties behind closed doors after Ibrox chaos
Both clubs must play their next home Scottish Cup match without fans and pay opponents £100,000 in compensation, following an SFA disciplinary hearing into the pitch invasions that marred Celtic's quarter-final win at Ibrox in March.
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Europa League: OM face Leverkusen, Lyon take on Juventus as Rennes learn their opponents
The Europa League league phase draw has delivered its verdicts on Friday for the three French clubs competing: Marseille, Lyon and Rennes now know their eight respective opponents.
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Arsenal eye Marcus Rashford on temporary deal after Martinelli sale leaves left-wing gap
Arsenal are weighing a short-term move for Manchester United's Marcus Rashford as a contingency if their pursuit of Julian Alvarez fails, following the surprise sale of Gabriel Martinelli without a replacement secured.
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Liverpool and Chelsea chase Monaco's Camara in €40m deadline-day tug-of-war
Both Premier League clubs are weighing up moves for AS Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara before Tuesday's transfer deadline, with Chelsea's interest accelerated by Enzo Fernandez's likely departure to Manchester City.
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Paredes to serve ten-match ban in friendlies after 2026 World Cup final
FIFA has approved Argentina's request: Leandro Paredes, suspended for ten matches for assaulting Gavi and Eric Garcia after the final lost to Spain, will be able to serve his ban in Category A friendly matches.
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Petit Signs Petition Against Infantino but Predicts It Will Have No Effect
Emmanuel Petit has joined Luis Figo, Didier Drogba, Bixente Lizarazu and Robert Pirès in calling for Gianni Infantino's resignation. The former midfielder is nonetheless convinced that this initiative will change nothing about how FIFA operates.
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Rashford signals United commitment as Arsenal and Chelsea links persist before deadline
Marcus Rashford has publicly declared his focus on Manchester United's next home fixture against Ipswich Town, days before the transfer window closes, despite ongoing links to Arsenal and Chelsea following Barcelona's decision not to sign him permanently.
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Álvarez opens to Arsenal move as Barcelona's €100m bid leaves Atlético unmoved
Julián Álvarez is reportedly considering Arsenal for the first time after his dream of joining Barcelona collapsed, with Atlético Madrid demanding around €150m and flatly ruling out any sale to the Catalan club. The transfer window closes next Tuesday.
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Fernandez exit could trigger Chelsea pursuit of Camavinga and force Arsenal's hand over Zubimendi
Manchester City are expected to bid for Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez before the September 1 deadline. Should the Argentine leave Stamford Bridge, Chelsea's reported interest in Eduardo Camavinga could set off a chain reaction involving Arsenal and Real Madrid.
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Transfer Market: Naples and Tottenham Battle for Amine Gouiri at €28M
As Olympique de Marseille faces multiple departures before the transfer window closes on September 1st, Amine Gouiri has attracted the attention of both Naples and Tottenham. The Algerian striker, valued at €28 million, is under contract until 2029.
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Akos Buzsaky confirms he is safe after missing persons report in Hungary
Former QPR and Plymouth midfielder Akos Buzsaky has released a statement confirming he is safe after Hungarian media reported he had not been seen for a week. The 44-year-old said he had stepped away from daily life during a difficult personal period.
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Europa League draw: Lyon and Marseille in pot 1, Rennes in pot 2
The UEFA Europa League league phase draw takes place on Friday, August 28 in Monaco. Lyon and Marseille are in pot 1, while Rennes is placed in pot 2 among 36 clubs competing.
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Zirkzee nears Fiorentina loan exit as Rashford handed No 9 shirt at Man Utd
Joshua Zirkzee is set to join Fiorentina on loan with an option to buy, while Marcus Rashford has returned to Old Trafford and been handed the No 9 shirt under Michael Carrick. A left-back remains on United's wishlist, with Lewis Hall looking out of reach.
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