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Rashford uninterested in Newcastle or Spurs move as Barcelona deadline approaches
Marcus Rashford is reportedly unwilling to join Newcastle United or Tottenham Hotspur this summer, even if Barcelona choose not to exercise their £26 million option to sign him permanently before their mid-June deadline.
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Müller questions Gordon's choice of Barcelona over Bayern Munich in £70m move
Thomas Müller has publicly questioned Anthony Gordon's decision to join Barcelona rather than Bayern Munich after the England winger completed a £70 million move from Newcastle this week, signing a five-year contract at Camp Nou.
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Laura Woods dismisses bias claims over Arsenal-focused Champions League final coverage
Presenter Laura Woods has pushed back against criticism that TNT Sports' Champions League final coverage between Arsenal and PSG was one-sided, arguing her Arsenal allegiance was no secret and that PSG figures received significant airtime throughout the broadcast.
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Southampton's Spygate written reasons expose pressure on junior staff to spy on rivals
A 39-page arbitration ruling has detailed how Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert orchestrated a systematic spying operation on Championship opponents Oxford, Ipswich and Middlesbrough, with junior analysts saying they felt coerced into conducting surveillance or risk losing their jobs.
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PSG beat Arsenal on penalties in Champions League final watched by 16 million via illegal streams
Paris Saint-Germain defeated Arsenal in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in Saturday's Champions League final, with illegal streams attracting 16.2 million views in the UK — more than double TNT Sports' own audience of around 7 million.
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Kevin Keegan plans farewell visit to Newcastle after stage four cancer diagnosis
Kevin Keegan, 74, has revealed he is planning a return to Newcastle United to say goodbye to supporters after disclosing his stage four cancer diagnosis at a public appearance at the Tyne Theatre and Opera House on Sunday.
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US states extend bar hours for World Cup as hospitality industry eyes late-night trade
Kansas, Missouri, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Washington have all approved extended alcohol sales during the 2026 World Cup, with Philadelphia bars permitted to stay open until 4 am and some Kansas City venues until 5 am.
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Adidas planning commemorative fourth kit for Manchester United's 125th anniversary in 2027
Adidas are reportedly set to release a special fourth kit for Manchester United in 2027 to mark 125 years since the club adopted their iconic red, white and black colours, with two versions said to be in development — one in traditional red and one in 'Court Green' honouring the club's Newton Heath origins.
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Bellamy commits to Wales job despite Burnley and Celtic interest ahead of Euro 2028
Craig Bellamy has confirmed he intends to stay as Wales manager after acknowledging offers from club football, saying the prospect of a home Euro 2028 tournament makes the role too compelling to leave.
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Chelsea set to recall Kendry Paez from River Plate after failed loan spell
Kendry Paez, Chelsea's highly touted Ecuadorean midfielder, is expected to be recalled from his loan at River Plate after starting just three games since January. The 19-year-old has earned a World Cup 2026 call-up with Ecuador but faces an uncertain club future under new Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso.
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Iniesta begins coaching career at UAE second-tier club Gulf United
Andrés Iniesta has taken his first step into management, joining UAE second-tier side Gulf United as a coach. The former Barcelona and Spain midfielder, who retired in 2024, is currently working towards his Pro Coaching Licence.
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PSG players parade back-to-back Champions League trophies at Roland Garros
Ousmane Dembele, Bradley Barcola, Desire Doue and Warren Zaire-Emery brought both Champions League trophies to Court Philippe-Chatrier on Monday, two days after PSG beat Arsenal on penalties in Budapest to retain Europe's top club prize.
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Iraola set to end Liverpool's rest-day culture if appointed as Slot's successor
Andoni Iraola, the strong favourite to replace sacked Arne Slot at Liverpool, is expected to dramatically reduce player rest days — a sharp departure from Slot's famously relaxed scheduling approach that drew criticism during his second season.
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Southampton allege panel bias and weak evidence in Spygate arbitration statement
Southampton have raised concerns about two EFL disciplinary panel members holding 'historic and indirect connections' to Middlesbrough, while also questioning whether the most serious allegations against the club were supported by direct evidence.
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Collyer eyes first-team role at United as Casemiro's departure opens midfield door
Toby Collyer spent last season on loan at West Brom and Hull City in the Championship, but Casemiro's exit from Manchester United could earn the young midfielder a genuine first-team opportunity under Ruben Amorim next season.
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Guardiola rejects Inter Miami approach as England role remains his preferred return
Pep Guardiola has turned down David Beckham's bid to make him Inter Miami's next head coach, with the former Manchester City manager intent on a sabbatical and privately expressing interest in an international role — with the England job topping his list.
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England squad departs Birmingham for USA as World Cup 2026 campaign begins
Thomas Tuchel scrapped the traditional squad photo as England's 26-man group boarded a chartered flight from Birmingham Airport on Tuesday, bound for Florida before moving to their Kansas City base camp ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
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Ødegaard's stray header catches police officer during Arsenal's title parade
Arsenal captain Martin Ødegaard accidentally struck a police officer on the head with a football during the club's Premier League title parade through north London on Sunday. Teammates were heard laughing and calling for his arrest as the moment was captured on video.
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Barcelona stalemate over Rashford fee leaves Manchester United in transfer limbo
Barcelona are pushing to renegotiate the agreed £24 million permanent fee for Marcus Rashford, leaving Manchester United unable to finalise their summer transfer plans under new manager Michael Carrick. Arsenal, Chelsea, Newcastle and Tottenham are monitoring the situation.
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Fifa bans goalkeeper tactical timeouts among six rule changes for 2026 World Cup
Fifa referees' chief Pierluigi Collina has confirmed that players will no longer be permitted to approach the touchline for coaching instructions when a goalkeeper is receiving treatment, as part of a package of rule changes designed to reduce time-wasting at the 2026 World Cup.
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