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Mbappé backs Ronaldo to outscore Messi at 2026 World Cup — then picks himself above both
Kylian Mbappé has predicted Cristiano Ronaldo will outshine Lionel Messi in front of goal at the 2026 World Cup, before declaring himself the tournament's likeliest top scorer. The Real Madrid forward also tipped Lamine Yamal and Vinícius Jr among the next generation of threats.
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Seven women accuse West Ham chairman David Sullivan of sexual exploitation in BBC Panorama investigation
A BBC Panorama documentary has gathered seven women who allege David Sullivan abused his power to prey on them for sex when they were young models at his newspapers. Sullivan denies all allegations and says he will sue the BBC for libel.
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Monterrey release Martial after training ban, leaving him a free agent for the third time in three years
Anthony Martial has been released by Mexican club Monterrey after being barred from first-team training following a dressing-room confrontation with manager Nicolas Sanchez. The 30-year-old, who managed just one goal in 20 appearances, is now a free agent for the third time since leaving Manchester United in 2024.
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Barcelona and Manchester City compete for Bayer Leverkusen prospect Ibrahim Maza
With 5 goals and 7 assists for Bayer Leverkusen this season, 20-year-old Ibrahim Maza has attracted the interest of FC Barcelona and Manchester City, according to Catalan media Mundo Deportivo.
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Oliver and Taylor set for $100,000 World Cup 2026 windfall with final bonus on offer
Premier League referees Michael Oliver and Anthony Taylor will each earn $100,000 (£75,000) for officiating at the 2026 World Cup — roughly double the 2014 rate — with additional bonuses available if either reaches the final on July 19.
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Eriksen confirms ICD saved him after second on-pitch collapse in five years
Christian Eriksen has returned home and says he is 'feeling good' after his implantable defibrillator activated during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine on Saturday, five years after his cardiac arrest at Euro 2020.
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Divock Origi retires at 31, calling his Liverpool legacy a 'fulfilled' purpose
Divock Origi has announced his retirement at 31, ending a career defined by iconic moments at Liverpool — including a goal in the 2019 Champions League final and a decisive strike in the famous semi-final comeback against Barcelona.
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Eriksen discharged and 'doing well' after ICD fires during Denmark friendly
Christian Eriksen has been released from hospital and says he is 'doing well' after his implantable defibrillator activated during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine on Sunday, causing the match to be abandoned.
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Amazon docuseries to chart Guardiola's emotional farewell and Man City's era-ending rebuild
A four-part behind-the-scenes docuseries covering Pep Guardiola's final two seasons at Manchester City — including the departures of Kevin De Bruyne, Bernardo Silva, and John Stones — is set to arrive on Amazon Prime this summer.
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Giroud extends at LOSC for one more year and will play Champions League at 39
Despite a mixed season, Olivier Giroud has signed a new one-year contract with LOSC. The 39-year-old striker will compete in the Champions League next season under the direction of Davide Ancelotti.
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France vs Norway at 2026 World Cup: Haaland impresses, but Les Bleus remain favorites
Norway, France's third group opponent at the 2026 World Cup, has drawn mixed assessments despite Erling Haaland's presence. Former footballer Pierre Bouby argues the gap between the two teams remains substantial.
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LEGO FIFA World Cup 2026 Emblem set returns to Argos shelves after selling out
Argos has restocked the LEGO Editions FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Emblem set, priced at £20, after the 298-piece build sold out following its initial release. A TopCashback deal brings the price down to under £3 for eligible new customers.
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Divock Origi retires at 31, ending career defined by iconic Liverpool moments
Divock Origi has announced his retirement from professional football at 31. The Belgian striker scored 41 goals in 175 Liverpool appearances, including a decisive double in the 2019 Champions League semi-final comeback against Barcelona and a goal in the final against Tottenham.
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Klopp's £4.25m Formby mansion sells nearly two years after his Liverpool exit
Jürgen Klopp's former home on Merseyside's so-called Millionaire's Row in Formby has sold, nearly two years after the German left Liverpool. The six-bedroom property, which previously housed Steven Gerrard and Brendan Rodgers, was listed at £4.25 million in October 2024.
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Snubbed by Tuchel, Maguire to cover World Cup 2026 as Netflix pundit
Harry Maguire, left out of Thomas Tuchel's England squad for the 2026 World Cup, will appear as a special guest pundit on Gary Lineker's Netflix show 'The Rest is Football', broadcasting daily from New York's Times Square.
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Eriksen collapses in friendly match but reassures after night under observation
Christian Eriksen suffered a medical episode in the 65th minute of Denmark's friendly against Ukraine on Sunday, five years after his cardiac arrest at Euro 2021. Hospitalized in Odense, the 34-year-old midfielder was cleared by Denmark's team doctor.
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Neville backs Cole Palmer as 'gold' United signing but Palmer insists he plans to stay at Chelsea
Gary Neville has endorsed Cole Palmer as a near-certain success if Manchester United signed the Chelsea forward, comparing him to historic Old Trafford acquisitions. Palmer, 23, has publicly stated he has no plans to leave Stamford Bridge.
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World Cup 2026 kicks off as 48 nations battle across three host countries
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway across the United States, Canada and Mexico, with 48 nations competing over six weeks in the biggest edition of the tournament in history.
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Yamal on track to make World Cup debut for Spain against Cape Verde on 15 June
Lamine Yamal is expected to be available for Spain's World Cup opener against Cape Verde on 15 June, despite missing club football since 22 April with a hamstring injury. Coach Luis de la Fuente confirmed the 18-year-old is progressing within the planned recovery timeline.
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Manchester United to assess teenage Colombian midfielder Orozco before deciding development path
Manchester United will evaluate 17-year-old Cristian Orozco at Carrington following his arrival from Colombian side Fortaleza CEIF next month, with the club expected to mirror the development approach taken with Seko Kone and Diego Leon.
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