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Lens humiliated 9-1 by Como: Cahuzac retained despite 'total fiasco'
After RC Lens's historic 9-1 defeat to Como in the Champions League, sporting director Jean-Louis Leca ruled out any departure for coach Yannick Cahuzac, calling the evening a 'total fiasco' while expressing his support.
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Carlos Vicens, Guardiola's former assistant at City, targeted by Lyon to succeed Fonseca
Olympique Lyonnais has reportedly found its new head coach in Spanish manager Carlos Vicens, 43, recently sacked by Braga after three consecutive defeats and former assistant to Pep Guardiola at Manchester City.
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Kolo Muani strikes again in Europa League as Juventus wins at Alkmaar
Juventus defeated AZ Alkmaar 1-2 on Thursday in the Europa League thanks to goals from Koopmeiners and Kolo Muani. The French striker, who has struggled in Serie A, now has three goals and one assist in four European matches this season.
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Tottenham CEO Venkatesham sets Premier League title as club's ultimate aim after turbulent rebuild
Tottenham chief executive Vinai Venkatesham has declared winning the Premier League the club's explicit goal, speaking as Spurs head to Leeds on the back of three consecutive victories following a near-relegation last season.
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Real Madrid's verbal deal for JJ Gabriel sparks calls to reform youth transfer rules
Paul Merson has demanded a change to the rules that allow 16-year-old JJ Gabriel to leave Manchester United for Real Madrid, as the Spanish giants reportedly reach a verbal agreement to sign the Enfield-born teenager.
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Dreesen confirms Olise is a Bayern priority, but no rush to extend
During the press conference announcing Harry Kane's contract extension, Bayern Munich board president Jan-Christian Dreesen confirmed that Michael Olise is among the players the club is counting on long-term, while ruling out any imminent negotiations.
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Ballon d'Or and Contract Extension: Kane Becomes Bayern Munich's Highest-Paid Player in History
Just days after winning the Ballon d'Or, Harry Kane has extended his contract with Bayern Munich until 2029. The 33-year-old English striker will earn up to 31 million euros per year, a Bundesliga record.
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Fonseca leaves Lyon mid-season: Aulas calls direction 'disappointing and concerning'
Former Olympique Lyonnais president Jean-Michel Aulas openly criticizes Paulo Fonseca's departure to Sporting CP, arguing that the €5 million compensation negotiated does not reflect the club's true interests.
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Jaissle dismisses Newcastle sack talk despite four defeats in five as Fulham trip looms
Matthias Jaissle insists his position as Newcastle manager is secure despite four defeats in his last five matches, including back-to-back losses to Everton that left fans booing the team off at St. James' Park.
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Ferencvaros humiliates Milan 10 against 11 and plunges Rossoneri into elimination zone
Five days after their derby victory against Inter, Milan collapsed at San Siro against the Hungarian club (0-2), despite an opponent's expulsion. With three defeats in four Europa League matchdays, Milan is virtually eliminated at the halfway point.
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9-1 defeat to Como: Lens in open crisis after Champions League humiliation
Crushed at home 9-1 by Como in the fourth matchday of the Champions League league phase, RC Lens faces severe internal tensions. Players and staff are under scrutiny.
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Rashford opens up on United career regrets and debut memories in leaked fan Q&A
Marcus Rashford spoke publicly for the first time since returning from Barcelona, taking part in a Q&A with Manchester United supporters at Old Trafford before Tuesday's Europa League clash with Roma. The forward reflected on his 138 United goals, his iconic debut brace against Arsenal, and how overnight fame changed his life.
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Létang suspended four months after criticizing refereeing in Lille-PSG draw
The FFF appeals commission increased the initial sanction against Lille president Olivier Létang on Thursday, imposing a six-month suspension with two months suspended for his comments on refereeing after the 2-2 draw against PSG on August 28.
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Merino's father hints at La Liga return as Arsenal starter drought fuels Atletico interest
Mikel Merino has started just once in the Premier League this season, and his father has openly discussed a potential return to Spain, with Atletico Madrid reportedly eyeing a loan move for the £32m midfielder.
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Rivals claim Man Utd paid £25m too much for Andrey Santos as Wilcox faces scrutiny
Manchester United's £50m signing of Andrey Santos from Chelsea is being questioned by rival Premier League clubs, with sources close to Chelsea believing the Brazilian midfielder was worth only half that fee.
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Newcastle's £30m signing Dedic triggers armed police response after bow-and-arrow outing
Amar Dedic, Newcastle United's £30 million summer signing from Benfica, sparked a major Northumbria Police operation on Wednesday after a member of the public reported two men carrying a bow and arrows near a reservoir in Northumberland. Six police cars, including armed officers, were dispatched before Dedic was stopped and questioned seven miles away.
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Rivals believe Man United overpaid Chelsea by £25m for Andrey Santos as Wilcox faces scrutiny
Manchester United paid £50m to Chelsea for Andrey Santos this summer, but sources close to the Blues believe the Brazilian midfielder was worth half that fee, intensifying pressure on director of football Jason Wilcox.
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Dembélé's absence sends Mbappé back to centre-forward for France in November
Injured in the thigh, Ousmane Dembélé will miss France's two Nations League matches against Italy and Turkey. Kylian Mbappé should take the opportunity to reclaim his centre-forward role under Zinédine Zidane's management.
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Ronaldo retires from Portugal duty as Jesus pays tribute after bitter falling-out
Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed his retirement from international football in an emotional social media video, ending a Portugal career that concluded amid a public dispute with coach Jorge Jesus over his omission against Norway.
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Van Dijk admits Liverpool's three-goal defensive leaks in Europe are 'not sustainable'
Virgil van Dijk has acknowledged Liverpool's defensive frailties must be fixed after a 3-2 defeat to Fenerbahce in Istanbul — the third consecutive Champions League match in which the Reds have conceded three goals, an unprecedented occurrence in the club's history.
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