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Doping ban, knee injuries and Monaco exile: why Pogba missed France's World Cup squad
Paul Pogba, a key figure in France's 2018 World Cup triumph, was left out of Didier Deschamps' squad for the 2026 tournament after persistent knee injuries limited his playing time at AS Monaco following his return from an 18-month doping suspension.
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Burn admits guilt after Henderson breaks wrist celebrating England's World Cup win over Mexico
Dan Burn has revealed he feels partly responsible for Jordan Henderson's freak injury, having vaulted the same advertising hoarding moments before the veteran midfielder slipped and broke his wrist and forearm at the Azteca Stadium.
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Xabi Alonso demands hard work as non-negotiable in first Chelsea interview
Xabi Alonso has outlined his core demand of Chelsea's players in his first interview since taking charge at Stamford Bridge, insisting a culture of hard work is essential as pre-season began on Thursday.
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Cherundolo named US men's Olympic coach as Pochettino's future hangs in the balance
Steve Cherundolo has been appointed US Soccer Federation head coach for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, leading the under-23 men's side on home soil. His arrival also raises questions over whether he could step in as senior national team interim coach if Mauricio Pochettino departs this summer.
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Trump adviser accuses Starmer of risking lives over England's World Cup kickoff row
White House Task Force director Andrew Giuliani has claimed UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer put lives at risk by intervening to block a proposed six-hour kickoff change for England's World Cup Round of 16 tie against Mexico in Mexico City.
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Pulisic fractures tibia and fibula as USA crash out of World Cup in 4-1 loss to Belgium
Christian Pulisic sustained a bone bruise and microfractures to his tibia and fibula during the United States' 4-1 round-of-16 defeat to Belgium in Seattle on Monday. The AC Milan winger is expected to be sidelined for several weeks but could return before the Serie A season opener on 23 August.
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U.S. Soccer names Steve Cherundolo to lead men's team at 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
Three days after a disappointing World Cup exit, U.S. Soccer has appointed former LAFC head coach Steve Cherundolo to manage the Under-23 men's squad at the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.
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Nice sues Marseille over controversial Lorenzi recruitment
OGC Nice has filed a lawsuit against Olympique de Marseille and sporting director Grégory Lorenzi at the employment tribunal after the new Marseille executive signed a pre-contract with Nice before changing his mind and joining the club.
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World Cup revelation Manzambi close to €60m Newcastle transfer
Author of four decisive contributions in the group stage with Switzerland, Johan Manzambi is attracting Premier League interest. The Fribourg midfielder is reportedly on the verge of joining Newcastle for 60 million euros.
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Arsenal close in on £35m Tzolis deal as Rogers and Guimaraes targets remain live
Arsenal are set to complete a £35million signing of Club Brugge winger Christos Tzolis, which would make him the most expensive Greek player of all time. The Gunners are also pursuing Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers and Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes.
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Newcastle sign Ajax teenager Steur and close in on Manzambi as Tonali and Gordon exits reshape squad
Newcastle United have confirmed the £23m signing of 18-year-old Ajax midfielder Sean Steur and are reportedly closing in on Switzerland World Cup midfielder Johan Manzambi, as the club rebuilds following the high-profile departures of Sandro Tonali and Anthony Gordon.
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Man Utd reveal new stadium site 350 metres from Old Trafford as fate of iconic ground remains undecided
Manchester United have confirmed their new 100,000-seat stadium will be built on land 350 metres from Old Trafford, allowing the first team to remain at the current ground during construction. The future of the 74,000-capacity venue — whether demolished, scaled down, or redeveloped — has yet to be decided.
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Flick sends personal WhatsApp to Álvarez urging patience as Barcelona target Atlético striker
Hansi Flick has reportedly messaged Julián Álvarez directly via WhatsApp, urging the Atlético Madrid forward to be patient and promising Barcelona will fight to sign him this summer. The contact comes as Álvarez publicly expressed his desire to leave Atlético during the World Cup.
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Manchester United back £2bn stadium to clear £1.3bn debt despite uncertain funding
Manchester United have confirmed their new 100,000-seat stadium will be built 350 metres from Old Trafford, with club officials insisting the project will generate enough revenue to service existing debts of £1.3bn — even as the final cost remains unknown.
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Newcastle agree £50m deal for Freiburg's Manzambi as midfield crisis deepens
Newcastle United have agreed a fee of around £50m with SC Freiburg for 20-year-old midfielder Johan Manzambi, who impressed for Switzerland at the World Cup with three goals and two assists.
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Arsenal sign Illan Meslier on a free transfer to challenge David Raya
Arsenal have confirmed the signing of goalkeeper Illan Meslier on a free transfer after the 25-year-old Frenchman left Leeds United following seven seasons and 215 appearances at Elland Road.
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Manchester United confirm new 100,000-seat stadium will add to club's £1.3bn debt
Manchester United have confirmed that additional borrowing is inevitable as they push forward with plans for a new 100,000-seat stadium near Old Trafford, with the project's final cost still unknown amid global economic uncertainty.
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Haaland calls out Rooney to honour rowing forfeit after Norway sink Brazil at World Cup
Erling Haaland has publicly challenged Wayne Rooney to make good on his promise to row down a river after Norway eliminated Brazil at the 2026 World Cup. Rooney, who made the pledge on BBC Sport before the round-of-16 tie, has since agreed to fulfil it — possibly on New York's Hudson River.
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Gaza fans watch World Cup screenings in tribute to organiser killed in Israeli strike
Mohammad al-Waheidi, who set up World Cup screenings across Gaza for displaced Palestinians, was killed in an Israeli strike in the Sabra neighbourhood of Gaza City on Tuesday, along with three others including two siblings aged 10 and 8.
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Djorkaeff accuses Vitinha and Portuguese leaders of boycotting Ronaldo at World Cup
After Portugal's elimination in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup against Spain (1-0), Youri Djorkaeff believes Cristiano Ronaldo was « boycotted » by his own teammates, and specifically names Vitinha and Bruno Fernandes.
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