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Raya says Premier League title has given Arsenal 'extra confidence' to dominate with style
David Raya believes Arsenal's first Premier League title in 22 years has freed the squad to play with greater flair and belief, with the Gunners making a perfect start to their title defence with three straight wins and a Community Shield victory over Manchester City.
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FA Cup second qualifying round draw pairs non-league sides after 112 first-round ties
The FA Cup second qualifying round draw has taken place, with National League North and National League South clubs among those learning their opponents. The draw follows a weekend in which 112 ties were played across the seventh to ninth tiers of English football.
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Balerdi stuns Atalanta on Roma debut, compared to Nesta
Leonardo Balerdi made a decisive impact on his Roma debut on Saturday, coming off the bench in the 67th minute to help overturn a 1-0 deficit against Atalanta in a 2-1 Serie A victory. Italian observers credited the Argentine defender with turning the match, with some comparing him to Alessandro Nesta.
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Regragui confirms Ligue 1 approaches and reveals his preference for a club project
Walid Regragui revealed on Sunday that he received several offers from Ligue 1 clubs during the summer transfer window, including Paris FC, which ultimately chose Liam Rosenior instead. The former Morocco national team coach, free since March, says he wants to return to managing a club on a daily basis rather than a national team.
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Rogers scores but ends on losing side as Arsenal edge Chelsea 2-1 at the Emirates
Morgan Rogers opened the scoring for Chelsea on his return to the Emirates Stadium, only for Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard to seal a 2-1 win for Arsenal. The England midfielder, who was linked with the Gunners this summer, reflected on a defeat he believes was shaped by Arsenal's current confidence.
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Hamann names Kvaratskhelia world's best player ahead of Ballon d'Or nominees
On the eve of the announcement of the 30 nominees for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, former Liverpool midfielder Dietmar Hamann has publicly crowned PSG winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia the world's best player, placing Paris "a notch above" its Champions League rivals.
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Richard Hughes lands Al-Hilal sporting director role days after leaving Liverpool
Richard Hughes has been appointed sporting director at Saudi Pro League leaders Al-Hilal, just days after stepping down from the same role at Liverpool following a turbulent second season at Anfield.
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Ballon d'Or 2026: Modric Refuses to Choose Between Mbappé and Bellingham
Asked about his favorites for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, Luka Modric refused to name any candidate, while revealing he saw « something different » in Jude Bellingham from his early days at Real Madrid.
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Atlético's replacement hunt holds key to Sørloth move as United circle
Manchester United have been offered the chance to sign Atlético Madrid striker Alexander Sørloth, with the 30-year-old open to leaving. Any deal hinges on Atlético securing a suitable replacement before the transfer window closes.
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Iranian footballers reveal anthem silence was protest against Tehran's violent crackdown
Atefeh Ramezanisadeh and Fatemeh Pasandideh, who claimed asylum in Australia after the Women's Asian Cup in March, have confirmed their refusal to sing Iran's national anthem was a deliberate act of protest against the government's violent suppression of demonstrations.
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Neville slams Santos, Dorgu and Yoro after defensive errors gift Everton stoppage-time equaliser
Gary Neville delivered a scathing verdict on Manchester United's defending after a 2-2 Premier League draw at Everton, singling out Andrey Santos, Patrick Dorgu and Leny Yoro for the individual mistakes that allowed Ainsley Maitland-Niles to equalise in the 95th minute.
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Bayern's €250m release clause ends Liverpool's pursuit of Michael Olise
Bayern Munich are set to hand Michael Olise a contract extension featuring a release clause of up to €250 million, effectively ruling Liverpool out of any move for the France international.
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Missed chance and penalty miss against Betis, Mbappé under fire from Spanish critics
Real Madrid's 1-0 defeat at Betis Seville on Friday has reignited controversy around Kylian Mbappé, who squandered a clear chance and missed a penalty, while his lack of defensive commitment frustrates Madrid media and supporters.
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Stéphane Richard warns: OM's austerity drive is far from over
Despite eleven departures and a 30–35% reduction in the wage bill, Olympique de Marseille's president warns the club is not yet out of trouble ahead of a crucial DNCG review in three months.
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Havertz scores again against Chelsea as Cole slams £65m sale: 'It's got to stop happening'
Kai Havertz netted his fourth goal against Chelsea as Arsenal came from behind to beat their London rivals at the Emirates, prompting former Chelsea midfielder Joe Cole to publicly condemn the club's decision to sell him.
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Belgium withdraws Infantino support over Balogun red-card suspension controversy
The Royal Belgian Football Association has refused to back Gianni Infantino's re-election as Fifa president, citing a lack of transparency over the Folarin Balogun red-card ruling that allowed the USA forward to play against Belgium at the World Cup.
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Vardy signs for Burnley six years after silencing their fans with a goal against them
Jamie Vardy has joined Burnley on a one-year deal as a free agent, reuniting him with the supporters who chanted about his wife Rebekah in 2019 — a taunt he answered by scoring and cupping his ears at the away end.
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Rooney says Gabriel was 'extremely lucky' to escape red card in Arsenal's 2-1 win over Chelsea
Wayne Rooney and Ashley Young argued Gabriel should have been sent off for kicking Chelsea goalkeeper Emi Martinez in the face during a first-half goalmouth scramble, though referee Chris Kavanagh and VAR took no action as Arsenal came from behind to win 2-1 at the Emirates.
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Emi Martinez escorted by bodyguards through North London crowd after Arsenal defeat Chelsea
Emi Martinez was accompanied by two bodyguards as he left the Emirates Stadium following Chelsea's 2-1 Premier League defeat to Arsenal on Sunday, with footage of the goalkeeper navigating a crowd of fans circulating on social media.
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Alonso admits Caicedo was rushed back too soon after Chelsea's 2-1 loss at Arsenal
Xabi Alonso conceded he brought Moisés Caicedo back from injury prematurely last week, with the midfielder again absent as Chelsea fell 2-1 to Arsenal at the Emirates on Sunday, surrendering a Morgan Rogers lead to goals from Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard.
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