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Ferdinand jokingly threatened to walk off BBC set after Zabaleta's 2012 title jibe
Rio Ferdinand feigned outrage live on BBC during the 2022 World Cup when former Manchester City defender Pablo Zabaleta needled him about Sergio Aguero's last-gasp 2012 Premier League title winner — the goal that snatched the trophy from United on the final day.
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Tchouameni or Koné: Deschamps faces a real dilemma before France-Spain
Hours before the World Cup semi-final against Spain, Didier Deschamps is still uncertain about his midfield: Aurélien Tchouameni, doubtful after ten days without playing, could give way to Manu Koné, who has impressed since entering the competition.
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Three Locked Vertebrae and Unable to Get Out of Bed: Mbappé Reveals Hidden Ordeal Before 2018 Semi-Final
On the eve of the 2018 World Cup semi-final against Belgium, Kylian Mbappé suffered from three locked vertebrae and could not leave his bed. France's team osteopath enabled him to play despite the injury.
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Tielemans closing in on £35m United move that could convince Rashford to stay
Manchester United are in advanced talks to sign Youri Tielemans after a deal for Ederson collapsed, with the Belgian midfielder's arrival potentially playing a key role in persuading Marcus Rashford to remain at Old Trafford.
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Santos signs for £50m as United chase Tielemans and Ederson deal stalls
Manchester United have completed the £50m signing of Andrey Santos from Chelsea, with Michael Carrick cited as a key factor in the midfielder's decision. United are also in advanced talks for Aston Villa's Youri Tielemans, casting doubt over a previously agreed £35m move for Atalanta's Ederson.
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Collyer's United future to be decided once £85m midfield rebuild is complete
Manchester United will determine Toby Collyer's future later this summer after confirming the signing of Andrey Santos and closing in on Youri Tielemans. A loan move is considered the most likely outcome, though a permanent exit has not been ruled out.
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Paris FC ready to spend over €40m to recruit two young talents this summer
Paris FC is preparing to cross an unprecedented financial threshold by investing over 40 million euros in two signings during the summer transfer window, according to available information.
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Olise, Koné and Barcola freed from suspension risk ahead of France-Spain
Thanks to a yellow card reset introduced by FIFA after the quarter-finals, Michael Olise, Manu Koné and Bradley Barcola can approach the semi-final against Spain without fear of automatic suspension.
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Yamal vows Spain fear no one ahead of World Cup semifinal against France
Lamine Yamal, who turned 19 on Monday, faced the media ahead of Spain's World Cup semifinal against France at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday, insisting the European champions fear nobody after eliminating Les Bleus in each of the last two major tournaments.
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Andrey Santos joins United for £50m as Tielemans pursuit puts Ederson deal on hold
Manchester United have signed Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos for £50million, with manager Michael Carrick cited as a key factor in the deal. A surprise move for Aston Villa's Youri Tielemans is now casting doubt over United's separate pursuit of Atalanta's Ederson.
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Arsenal's Berta pursues Rogers and Barcola simultaneously in £246m double transfer push
Arsenal sporting director Andrea Berta is working on concurrent moves for Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers and PSG winger Bradley Barcola, with the pair valued at a combined £246m, according to reports.
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Arsenal reassess £130m Bruno Guimarães pursuit as Newcastle demand full fee upfront
Arsenal have cooled their interest in Newcastle captain Bruno Guimarães after discovering the midfielder could cost upwards of £130m, far more than the £50m figure intermediaries had initially suggested. Separately, Atlético Madrid's reluctance to sell Julián Álvarez to Barcelona may open a door for the Gunners.
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Pickford backs Bellingham and Kane to hurt Argentina despite Messi GOAT nod
Jordan Pickford has warned Argentina that England's attacking depth — led by Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane — makes them a genuine threat in Wednesday's World Cup semi-final in Atlanta, even as he acknowledged Lionel Messi's greatness.
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Deschamps names Spain favourites for World Cup semi-final despite France's superior record
Didier Deschamps has backed Spain as favourites ahead of Tuesday's World Cup 2026 semi-final in Dallas, despite France topping the world rankings and outscoring their opponents across the tournament. Spain beat France in both Euro 2024 and last year's Nations League.
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Starmer confirms conditional bank holiday plan if England win World Cup
The UK government will announce plans for a conditional bank holiday on Friday, July 24, if England beat Argentina in Wednesday's semi-final and go on to win the World Cup final in New York.
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Rice recovers from food poisoning to target England's World Cup semi-final start against Argentina
Declan Rice is expected to be fit for England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina in Atlanta on Wednesday after missing most of the Norway match with suspected food poisoning. The Arsenal midfielder spent three days in bed last week but is now training toward full fitness.
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Pickford backs England to keep cool against Argentina in World Cup semi-final
Jordan Pickford has expressed confidence that England will avoid the flashpoints that have marred previous meetings with Argentina, as Thomas Tuchel's side prepare to face the reigning world champions in Atlanta on Wednesday for a place in the World Cup final.
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Rodri tells anxious Yamal to calm down as Spain star insists goals won't matter if they lift the World Cup
Rodri has urged Lamine Yamal to stop obsessing over his lack of goals at the World Cup, while the Barcelona teenager insists nobody will remember his tally if Spain go on to win the tournament.
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Officially Gone, Benatia Still Working Behind the Scenes at OM on McCourt's Request
Announced as departing on May 16, Medhi Benatia has never truly severed ties with Olympique de Marseille. At the request of owner Frank McCourt, he is mobilizing his network to facilitate transfers and support certain members of the management.
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New Portugal boss Jorge Jesus confirms Ronaldo will remain central to his four-year plan
Jorge Jesus, appointed on a four-year contract to lead Portugal through to the 2030 World Cup, has declared Cristiano Ronaldo 'never going to be a problem' and pledged to select the 41-year-old Al-Nassr forward as long as he remains fit.
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