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Renard named emergency coach in Tunisia, Verdez launches scathing attack on RTL
Called in after Tunisia's 5-1 thrashing by Sweden at the 2026 World Cup, Hervé Renard faces fierce criticism from journalist Gilles Verdez, who says he has "no respect" for the new coach.
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Switzerland's Yakin admits timing substitutes around hydration breaks in 4-1 rout of Bosnia
Murat Yakin has openly admitted he delayed his triple substitution until the second-half hydration break against Bosnia & Herzegovina, saying it stopped opponents reacting. Switzerland scored four times in the final 16 minutes to win 4-1.
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Iran to file official Fifa complaint over 'oppressive' US travel restrictions at World Cup 2026
Iran's Football Federation will lodge a formal complaint with Fifa after US authorities denied the team permission to arrive more than one day before each match, forcing them to base themselves in Tijuana, Mexico, despite playing all three group games on American soil.
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Bellingham fronts England media after World Cup opener to silence Euro 2024 critics
Jude Bellingham scored England's third goal in their 4-2 win over Croatia at Dallas Stadium and then stepped up to face the press — a deliberate contrast to his media silence at Euro 2024, which Gary Neville and Ian Wright both praised.
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Carrick handed favourable Premier League opener as United target first title in years
Manchester United's 2026/27 Premier League season begins with back-to-back fixtures against newly promoted Hull City and Ipswich Town, offering Michael Carrick an ideal platform to launch a title challenge after CEO Omar Berrada publicly set winning the league as the club's near-term ambition.
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Shearer urges Carrick not to bother convincing Rashford to stay at Manchester United
Alan Shearer believes Marcus Rashford has no desire to return to Manchester United despite completing his Barcelona loan, and has advised new manager Michael Carrick against trying to persuade him to stay.
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Argentine TV presenter resigns after falsely announcing Messi's father's death
Florencia Peña, presenter at Luzu TV channel, announced live the death of Jorge Messi, Lionel's father. The information was false. After the family's denials and the channel's sanctions, she apologized and resigned.
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Arsenal favourites to retain Premier League as City and United eye resurgence in 2026/27
Arsenal are priced at 6/4 to retain the Premier League title in 2026/27, with Manchester City second favourites at 5/2 despite major summer departures, and a resurgent Manchester United fourth at 13/2 following their third-place finish under Michael Carrick.
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Henry backtracks on Ronaldo criticism: "He can never be a problem for a team"
A day after criticizing Cristiano Ronaldo for his performance against DR Congo in the 2026 World Cup, Thierry Henry softened his stance, stating that the Portuguese star remains "a solution" for his team.
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Olise starts as number 10, Dembélé moved to right wing against Iraq
Decisive after coming on as a substitute against Senegal (3-1), Michael Olise will start as number 10 against Iraq on Monday evening, replacing Ousmane Dembélé, who disappointed in France's opening group match.
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Kone fractures tibia and fibula as Canada rout Qatar 6-0 in first-ever World Cup win
Canada midfielder Ismael Kone suffered a double leg fracture — breaking both his tibia and fibula — after a red-card challenge by Qatar's Assim Madibo in the 53rd minute of Canada's historic 6-0 victory in Vancouver. Kone will undergo surgery and was visited in the dressing room by Madibo, who apologised before the midfielder was taken to hospital.
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Iraola's Liverpool begin 2026-27 Premier League season at Newcastle without Salah
Andoni Iraola takes charge of Liverpool for the first time at Newcastle United on 23 August 2026, opening a season that also brings Merseyside derby clashes, blockbuster home games against City and Arsenal, and life without Mohamed Salah.
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Arsenal open 2026-27 title defence against Coventry as Premier League fixtures released
Arsenal will host Championship winners Coventry City on Friday 21 August to begin their Premier League title defence, ending a 22-year wait for the crown. Manchester United face Hull City, while Liverpool's new boss Andoni Iraola opens at Newcastle.
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Arsenal open 2026-27 Premier League title defence at home against promoted Coventry
Arsenal begin their defence of a first Premier League title in 22 years when they host newly-promoted Coventry City at the Emirates on Friday 21 August. Key fixtures include trips to Anfield and Aston Villa, plus home clashes with Manchester City and Tottenham.
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Fifteen Premier League clubs raise season ticket prices by up to 16% for 2025-26
Arsenal's cheapest season ticket now costs £978, while Coventry City, Ipswich Town and Sunderland fans face the steepest hikes — up to 16% — as only five top-flight clubs freeze their prices for next season.
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Manchester City open 2026/27 Premier League season at home to Bournemouth on August 23
Manchester City's 2026/27 Premier League fixtures have been confirmed, with the Blues hosting Bournemouth on August 23 to open the campaign. The first Manchester derby falls on September 12 at Old Trafford, while the season concludes at Sunderland on May 30.
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Manchester United face Arsenal away before hosting Forest and Sunderland in festive run
The Premier League has released its 2026/27 fixture list, handing Manchester United a trip to the Emirates on December 19 before back-to-back home games against Nottingham Forest on Boxing Day and Sunderland on December 30.
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Manchester United host City in September as 2026/27 derby dates confirmed
The Premier League fixture release has confirmed the two Manchester derby dates for 2026/27. United welcome City to Old Trafford on the weekend of September 12-13, with the return at the Etihad scheduled for March 20-21.
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Manchester United open 2026/27 Premier League season away at Hull City
Manchester United's full Premier League fixture list for 2026/27 has been released, with the club opening the campaign at Hull City on August 22 before hosting Manchester City in the fourth weekend of the season.
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Premier League 2026/27 fixtures confirmed as Arsenal begin title defence against Coventry
The Premier League has released its 2026/27 season fixtures, with champions Arsenal hosting newly promoted Coventry City on the opening weekend of August 22. Other standout early matches include Hull City vs Manchester United and Newcastle United vs Liverpool.
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