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Maguire reveals Tuchel broke World Cup snub news over FaceTime — and admits they 'had words'
Harry Maguire has disclosed that Thomas Tuchel informed him, Kobbie Mainoo, and Luke Shaw of their World Cup omissions via FaceTime call, with the Manchester United defender admitting he challenged the England head coach over the decision.
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Amorim returns to management as AC Milan appoint him after Allegri's dismissal
AC Milan have officially appointed Ruben Amorim as their new manager, the 41-year-old's first role since leaving Manchester United in January 2026. He replaces Massimiliano Allegri, who was dismissed after Milan finished fifth and missed out on Champions League football.
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Ghana appeal Canada's visa refusal for Thomas Partey ahead of World Cup opener against Panama
Canada denied Thomas Partey entry for Ghana's World Cup match against Panama in Toronto on Wednesday, citing pending rape charges in Britain. Ghana's government called the decision 'high-handed and extremely unfair' and launched a federal court appeal on Tuesday.
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Giroud reveals Kanté almost retired from France after 2018 World Cup
In a column about his former Chelsea teammate, Olivier Giroud reveals that N'Golo Kanté seriously considered ending his international career in 2018, at age 27, following France's World Cup triumph in Russia.
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Panini FIFA World Cup 2026 Mega Sticker Set Returns to Stock at Under £5
The FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Sticker Collection Mega Multiset, containing 112 stickers across all 48 tournament teams, is available at Bargain Max for £4.82 via a TopCashback deal after selling out at Argos, Sports Direct and GAME.
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Margotton warns France ahead of World Cup opener against Senegal
Hours before France's first match at the 2026 World Cup against Senegal at MetLife Stadium, commentator Grégoire Margotton cautioned that favorite status guarantees nothing, citing the 2002 disaster.
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Álvarez rules out Arsenal and PSG to push exclusively for Barcelona move
Julián Álvarez has told Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain he will not join them, with the Atlético Madrid forward's representatives focused solely on engineering a move to Barcelona this summer. The 26-year-old's €500m release clause and a significant gap between what Barcelona can spend and what Atlético will accept remain the central obstacles.
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Galatasaray shut down Atletico Madrid's move for Osimhen, leaving striker search open
Galatasaray president Dursun Özbek has firmly closed the door on Atletico Madrid's interest in Víctor Osimhen, declaring the Nigerian striker unavailable for transfer this summer and eliminating one of Los Colchoneros' contingency options up front.
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Chalobah's surprise call-up replaces injured Livramento in England's World Cup squad
Tino Livramento has been ruled out of the 2026 World Cup with a calf injury, with Thomas Tuchel turning to Trevoh Chalobah as his replacement — a decision that has sparked fierce debate among England fans given the centre-back's single senior cap.
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Vozinha weeps after shutting out Spain as mother missed Cape Verde's historic World Cup debut
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha, 40, kept a stunning clean sheet to earn his country their first-ever World Cup point against European champions Spain in Atlanta — but broke down in tears after revealing his mother could not afford the visa bond required to enter the United States.
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Messi eyes 200 caps and Klose's record as Argentina open World Cup 2026 against Algeria
Lionel Messi stands on the verge of his 200th Argentina cap and needs just three more World Cup goals to surpass Miroslav Klose's all-time record as the reigning champions begin their 2026 campaign against Algeria.
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Olise poses in Chelsea kit, seven years after leaving the club without being retained
The FFF asked the French national team players to pose in their first amateur club's kit. Michael Olise chose Chelsea, where he spent seven years in the academy before being released — a choice that reignited regrets among London supporters.
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Arsenal lead Manchester United in £90m race to sign Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers
Arsenal are favourites to sign Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers this summer, with Manchester United also in pursuit. Aston Villa are understood to be demanding a fee in excess of £90 million for the 23-year-old, who has contributed 14 goals and 12 assists across all competitions this season.
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Bielsa shrugs off viral World Cup photo after Uruguay rescue draw with Saudi Arabia
Marcelo Bielsa dismissed questions about his downward-gazing official World Cup portrait with characteristic bluntness — 'I'm not a model' — after Uruguay came from behind to draw 1-1 with Saudi Arabia in Miami.
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Tuchel snubs Alexander-Arnold for Chalobah after Livramento's World Cup injury exit
Tino Livramento has been ruled out of England's World Cup squad with a calf injury, but Thomas Tuchel passed over Trent Alexander-Arnold in favour of Chelsea's Trevoh Chalobah, citing logistical concerns and his policy of not selecting players unlikely to feature.
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Scholes slams Man United's £10m 'All or Nothing' deal as 'anything worse' for players
Paul Scholes has criticised Manchester United's reported record-breaking deal with Prime Video for an 'All or Nothing' documentary series covering the 2026/27 season, warning it will pile extra pressure on manager Michael Carrick. Former team-mate Nicky Butt echoed the concern.
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Luca Zidane Defies Messi and Argentina on Eve of Algeria's World Cup Opener
Recovered from a jaw fracture sustained at the Africa Cup of Nations, Algerian goalkeeper Luca Zidane will start in goal on Wednesday as Algeria face world champions Argentina in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, displaying measured ambition.
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Neville warns England's back four cannot afford nervous start against Croatia in World Cup opener
Gary Neville has urged England's defence to hit the ground running when Thomas Tuchel's side face Croatia in Dallas on Wednesday, warning that a shaky start from the back four could derail their Group L campaign.
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Arsenal accelerate pursuit of Fresneda as City and Newcastle rival Gunners for Sporting full-back
Arsenal are weighing up a move for Sporting Lisbon right-back Ivan Fresneda, a long-term target valued at €80 million whose form has flourished under Rui Borges after being sidelined by Ruben Amorim. Manchester City and Newcastle are also in the running.
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Solskjaer and O'Neil emerge as leading candidates for Ipswich Town manager role
Ipswich Town are weighing up Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Gary O'Neil as potential replacements for Kieran McKenna, who stepped down last week after guiding the club to a third promotion in five years.
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