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World Cup 2026: Algeria back after twelve years with real ambitions
Absent since 2014, Algeria returns to the World Cup under Vladimir Petkovic. After a friendly victory over the Netherlands, the Fennecs are targeting the round of 16 in a group that includes defending champions Argentina.
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Two consecutive Champions League titles and a poll: PSG has won over all of France
Following PSG's second consecutive UEFA Champions League title after beating Arsenal in the final, a CSA poll published Friday by Ouest-France reveals that 77% of French people supported the Paris club during the final, and 65% felt satisfied by the victory.
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Lamine Yamal crowned La Liga's best player after 16-goal, 12-assist season
Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal won the La Liga Player of the Year award for the 2025-2026 season at the LaLiga Annual Awards, ahead of Mbappé and Pépé. The 18-year-old Spaniard is now racing against time to be fit for the World Cup.
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England use palm cooling devices and fitness trackers to combat World Cup heat in Florida
Thomas Tuchel's England squad are preparing for the 2026 World Cup at their Palm Beach Gardens base in Florida, deploying palm cooling technology, Whoop fitness trackers and cooling vests to manage temperatures exceeding 35 degrees Celsius during matches.
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Barnes blames Liverpool fans for Slot's sacking after one-season title defence collapse
John Barnes believes supporter pressure forced Liverpool's hand in dismissing Arne Slot, just one year after the Dutchman delivered the club's second Premier League title. The former Reds winger warned fans to show more patience with incoming manager Andoni Iraola.
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Sidelined by Inter after failed Marseille loan, Pavard in Besiktas' sights
Benjamin Pavard, left out of France's 2026 World Cup squad, is no longer in Inter Milan's plans following a disappointing loan spell at Olympique de Marseille. Besiktas is reportedly interested in the defender, who is under contract until June 2028.
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Andy Robertson joins Tottenham on a free transfer after nine years at Liverpool
Andy Robertson has signed for Tottenham Hotspur on a free transfer following the expiry of his Liverpool contract, becoming Roberto De Zerbi's first signing as Spurs manager ahead of a summer rebuild.
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Fifa cancels free World Cup tickets issued to 60 fans after website pricing error
Fifa has voided tickets mistakenly issued at no cost to around 60 fans due to a checkout error on the official World Cup site on 21 May, asking those affected to complete payment at the correct price. The incident deepens scrutiny of the tournament's ticketing programme, already under investigation by New York and New Jersey attorneys general.
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Tottenham confirm Andy Robertson signing as Liverpool left-back joins on free transfer
Andy Robertson will officially become a Tottenham Hotspur player on 1 July 2026 after leaving Liverpool when his contract expires. Head coach Roberto De Zerbi praised the 32-year-old Scotland captain as a proven winner who will bring leadership and experience to Spurs.
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Manchester United monitoring Ndiaye and Rogers as summer transfer options emerge
Manchester United have placed Everton's Iliman Ndiaye and Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers on their transfer shortlist, though neither deal is considered imminent as the club's CEO stresses financial discipline heading into the summer window.
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Iran's World Cup participation hangs on US visa dispute over IRGC-linked staff
Iran's national team has secured visas for their Mexico training base and will fly to Tijuana on Saturday, but their three group-stage matches on US soil remain in jeopardy as Washington refuses entry to staff with ties to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
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Al-Mubarak vows to speak out on 115 charges once Premier League verdict is delivered
Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al-Mubarak has promised to break his silence on the club's 115 alleged Premier League rule breaches as soon as a verdict is reached, while reaffirming that Sheikh Mansour has no intention of selling and will continue to invest heavily in the club.
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Alan Brazil reveals his heart stopped during life-saving liver transplant
Former Ipswich Town and Manchester United forward Alan Brazil, now a talkSPORT presenter, has spoken publicly for the first time about his liver transplant, revealing his heart stopped during the eight-hour operation and that he is still recovering from post-surgical complications.
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Al Mubarak insists Sheikh Mansour will not sell Man City amid 115 charges
Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has reaffirmed that Sheikh Mansour has no intention of selling the club, describing it as a long-term investment that has grown from a $120 million purchase in 2008 to a valuation exceeding $5 billion.
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Man City chairman Al Mubarak pledges sensitivity on ticket prices after second consecutive freeze
Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has addressed supporters directly on ticket pricing, saying the club is committed to balancing financial sustainability with fan welfare after freezing season-ticket prices for a second straight year.
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Berrada warns Manchester United may not land marquee midfield signing this summer
Manchester United CEO Omar Berrada has cautioned that a high-profile midfield addition is not guaranteed, even as the club closes in on Atalanta's Ederson and holds interest in West Ham's Mateus Fernandes.
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Al Mubarak says Sheikh Mansour will not sell City Football Group, now worth $10bn
Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has confirmed that owner Sheikh Mansour has no intention of selling the club, while revealing the City Football Group — bought for around $100-120 million in 2008 — is now valued at a minimum of $10 billion.
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Shakira and Burna Boy to headline 2026 World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City
Shakira and Burna Boy will perform the official tournament song, Dai Dai, at the 2026 World Cup's first opening ceremony in Mexico City ahead of the host nation Mexico's match against South Africa. FIFA has planned separate opening events in Toronto and Los Angeles on the same day.
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Nike's World Cup advert features Cole Palmer despite England omitting him from squad
Nike's six-minute pre-tournament advert, starring Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland among others, prominently features Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer in an England kit — despite Thomas Tuchel leaving him out of England's 26-man World Cup squad.
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PSG shuts door on Real Madrid for Joao Neves and teammates
Florentino Perez promised to sign a €150 million player from a Champions League club, with Joao Neves among the names mentioned. PSG dismisses these statements as mere electoral campaign talk.
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