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Kane targets Ballon d'Or alongside World Cup glory after 61-goal Bayern season
Harry Kane says winning the World Cup with England would make him a leading Ballon d'Or contender, speaking ahead of the tournament after scoring 61 goals for Bayern Munich in 2025-26 — including a hat-trick in the DFB-Pokal final as Vincent Kompany's side won the domestic double.
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Bowen faces family dilemma as Tottenham and Man Utd circle relegated West Ham
Jarrod Bowen is weighing up his future after West Ham's relegation to the Championship, with Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham linked. A move north would force the 29-year-old and wife Dani Dyer to leave their Essex home, close to her parents.
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Michael Barrow jailed for three years over illegal Premier League streaming service
Michael Barrow was sentenced to three years and two months at Swansea Crown Court after pleading guilty to three Fraud Act offences. His MB Streams service used pre-loaded Firesticks to distribute Premier League matches to more than 2,000 subscribers, generating over £200,000.
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Manchester United weigh £35m move for Dortmund's Waldemar Anton as defensive concerns mount
Manchester United are considering a £35million bid for Borussia Dortmund centre-back Waldemar Anton this summer, with manager Michael Carrick seeking defensive reinforcements amid serious injury doubts over Lisandro Martinez and Matthijs de Ligt.
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Manchester United to complete signing of Colombian teenager Cristian Orozco next month
Manchester United will finalise the signing of 17-year-old defensive midfielder Cristian Orozco from Colombian club Fortaleza CEIF next month, after a preliminary agreement was struck in September. Orozco, who helped Colombia reach the U17 South American Championship final, visited Carrington and Old Trafford in December.
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Kane unsurprised by Tuchel's bold omissions and targets Ballon d'Or after 61-goal season
Harry Kane says Thomas Tuchel's decision to drop Harry Maguire, Phil Foden and Cole Palmer from England's World Cup squad came as no surprise, describing it as a deliberate statement. The Bayern Munich striker, who scored 61 goals this season, also says he believes he deserves the Ballon d'Or.
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Afghan women's football team returns to international competition after Taliban exile
The Afghan Women United programme is preparing to play matches against the Cook Islands in Auckland, New Zealand, after FIFA granted the team eligibility for international competition in April — a landmark moment for players who fled the Taliban in 2021.
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Watkins calls Bellingham a 'complete midfielder' and backs him to shine at World Cup
Ollie Watkins has dismissed criticism of Jude Bellingham's on-pitch behaviour, describing the Real Madrid midfielder as a mature leader who plays like a man nearly a decade older than his 22 years.
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Glasner bids farewell to Crystal Palace after Conference League triumph and Europa League qualification
Oliver Glasner has published an open letter to Crystal Palace supporters following his departure, expressing pride in a historic season that delivered the FA Cup, Community Shield, and Conference League title — with the club now set for Europa League football.
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Embolo's Esta blocked as Switzerland travel to US for World Cup without striker
Breel Embolo was unable to board Switzerland's flight to Los Angeles on Tuesday after his electronic travel authorisation was placed under review hours before departure. The Swiss football federation says it expects the striker to join the squad later Tuesday or on Wednesday.
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Kane uses World Cup visualisation and praises Tuchel's methods ahead of summer tournament
Harry Kane has revealed he uses visualisation techniques to prepare for matches — and has pictured himself lifting the World Cup. The England captain also praised Thomas Tuchel, saying the German coach has successfully translated his Bayern Munich methods to the national team.
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Sir Kenny Dalglish reveals he is undergoing treatment for cancer
Liverpool legend Sir Kenny Dalglish has disclosed he is currently receiving cancer treatment, sharing the news on social media on Tuesday after an accidental post prompted public speculation about his health.
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Isak admits 'disconnected' feeling from Liverpool after Arne Slot's sacking
Alexander Isak has spoken about Arne Slot's departure from Liverpool while on international duty with Sweden, admitting he feels 'disconnected' from the club and expressing little surprise that the manager was dismissed following a difficult season.
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Sir Kenny Dalglish, 75, reveals he is undergoing treatment for cancer
Liverpool legend Sir Kenny Dalglish has confirmed he is receiving cancer treatment after an accidental social media post made the news public. The 75-year-old asked for his family's privacy to be respected.
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LA sheriff confirms no ICE civil enforcement at World Cup matches after security briefing
Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna has been assured by federal officials that ICE agents will not conduct civil immigration enforcement at any FIFA World Cup games or associated events in the city, though he acknowledged the situation remains subject to change.
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Ghana coach Queiroz defends picking Partey for World Cup amid rape trial
Carlos Queiroz has justified selecting Thomas Partey in Ghana's World Cup squad while the former Arsenal midfielder awaits trial in London on multiple rape charges, citing the presumption of innocence and criticising social media's rush to judgement.
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How Manchester United's new recruitment structure works ahead of busy summer window
Since Ineos took control of football operations in July 2024, Manchester United have restructured their transfer approach around director of football Jason Wilcox, director of recruitment Christopher Vivell, and director of negotiations Matt Hargreaves — with head coach Michael Carrick playing a reduced role.
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Enzo Maresca set for Manchester City role after private talks with Guardiola
Enzo Maresca's appointment as Manchester City manager is imminent, with the Italian having held private discussions with outgoing boss Pep Guardiola about the squad. Director of football Hugo Viana will lead recruitment, with a right-back, central midfielder and winger among the priorities.
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Barcelona seek to halve agreed £26m fee as Rashford prepares for World Cup
Barcelona want to pay just half of the pre-agreed £26m option-to-buy for Marcus Rashford after his loan spell, despite the forward scoring 14 goals and registering 14 assists in 49 appearances for the La Liga club this season.
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Saliba back injury may require surgery, casting doubt over Arsenal's 2026/27 season start
William Saliba has been managing a back problem throughout the closing weeks of Arsenal's season, and French outlet L'Equipe reports surgery could be necessary after the World Cup — potentially ruling him out for the start of the Premier League campaign in August.
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