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Manager / player media briefings.
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Rice draws on Arsenal's title formula to fuel England's 2026 World Cup ambitions
Declan Rice says the same focus that ended Arsenal's 22-year Premier League wait can drive England to their first World Cup since 1966, and has praised Thomas Tuchel's half-time team talk against Croatia as a turning point in the tournament.
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Mercedes technical director Allison calls driver favouritism talk 'utterly alien' amid Russell-Antonelli speculation
Mercedes technical director James Allison has firmly rejected online speculation that the team is favouring either George Russell or Kimi Antonelli, saying the concept is 'utterly alien' to anyone who works inside a Formula 1 team.
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Klopp fires back at Van der Vaart after 'Boeing 747' dig at Van Dijk
Jurgen Klopp has publicly dismissed Rafael van der Vaart's criticism of Virgil van Dijk, saying the former Tottenham midfielder's opinion is 'not that important' after Van der Vaart likened the Netherlands captain's movement to a Boeing 747 following a 2-2 draw with Japan.
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Costil slams Ronaldo as "more of a burden than anything else" for Portugal at World Cup
After Portugal's 1-1 draw with DR Congo in the 2026 World Cup opener, former goalkeeper Benoît Costil harshly criticized Cristiano Ronaldo, arguing that Gonçalo Ramos would do "more and better" in his place.
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Saliba plays World Cup with back on fire: "I'm not at 100%"
Arsenal defender admitted on Saturday that he has been suffering from back pain for several months and is not at 100% of his abilities, while acknowledging that his discomfort limits certain movements.
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Iran manager blasts World Cup rivals for silence over US travel restrictions
Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei has publicly criticised all 47 other World Cup managers for ignoring his appeals for solidarity, after US authorities denied Iran permission to arrive in Los Angeles more than 16 hours before their Group G clash with Belgium.
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Iran coach slams inconsistent US restrictions as World Cup training cut short before Belgium clash
Iran head coach Amir Ghalenoei has criticised US authorities for applying travel and training restrictions inconsistently across Group G matches, leaving his side with less than 16 hours to prepare for their World Cup fixture against Belgium.
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Le Graët reveals 48-hour rift that nearly strained his relationship with Deschamps
In an interview with Ouest-France, Noël Le Graët recounts how a quip about France's team composition cost the former FFF president forty-eight hours of tension with Didier Deschamps.
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Feyi-Waboso reveals fan threw drink at him before risking broken jaw in Prem final
Immanuel Feyi-Waboso has confirmed a Bath fan threw a drink at him and pushed him during Exeter's play-off win on June 13. The England wing then played in the Premiership final just two and a half weeks after jaw surgery, risking the repair to appear at Twickenham.
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Bielsa condemns World Cup hydration breaks as a damaging 'change of culture' for football
Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa has sharply criticised FIFA's mandatory three-minute hydration breaks at the 2026 World Cup, arguing the stoppages split football into four quarters and strip the game of its defining characteristics.
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Egypt coach Hassan dismisses Salah rift rumours after captain's surprise substitution in World Cup draw with Belgium
Hossam Hassan has denied any falling-out with Mohamed Salah after substituting the Egypt captain in the 76th minute of a 1-1 World Cup group-stage draw with Belgium. Salah had provided the assist for Egypt's goal before being replaced by teenage Barcelona forward Hamza Abdelkarim.
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Doku reveals Kompany reminded him of Guardiola during their time together at Anderlecht
Jeremy Doku has spoken about the influence Vincent Kompany had on his early career at Anderlecht, comparing the Belgian's coaching style to that of Pep Guardiola and crediting him as a key figure in his development.
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Russell reveals 12-year Wolff bond as Mercedes chase first title in years
George Russell has spoken candidly about his deepening relationship with Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff, tracing a journey from the junior programme in 2017 to a genuine 2026 championship challenge — with Russell currently third in the standings on 106 points.
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Yahia slams Algeria after 3-0 defeat to Argentina: "Fighting spirit was absent"
Messi hat-trick, 3-0 defeat in Kansas City: Algeria's World Cup 2026 opener against Argentina sparked outrage from former captain Anthar Yahia, who denounces an unacceptable lack of commitment.
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Saka and Rice fitness doubts grow as Curacao goalkeeper Room makes World Cup history
Bukayo Saka missed England training on Saturday while Declan Rice revealed his injury dates back to Christmas. Meanwhile, Curacao goalkeeper Eloy Room made a record 15 saves to earn a shock draw against Ecuador at the 2026 World Cup.
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Iraola puts Liverpool squad on notice with uncompromising fitness demand
Newly appointed Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has made clear that peak physical condition is non-negotiable under his system, warning players they must push hardest precisely when they are most tired.
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Dias urges Portugal unity after Ronaldo scrutiny follows World Cup opening draw
Rúben Dias has called for calm within Portugal's squad after their 1-1 draw with DR Congo in Kansas City drew widespread criticism, much of it aimed at 41-year-old captain Cristiano Ronaldo following another goalless World Cup display.
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Tuchel set to bench Saka again against Ghana as Achilles concern shapes England's World Cup plan
Thomas Tuchel has signalled Bukayo Saka will not start England's second World Cup group game against Ghana on Tuesday, with the manager carefully managing the Arsenal winger's Achilles tendinitis ahead of the knockout rounds.
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Bellingham vows to give everything for England at World Cup to honour late grandfather
Jude Bellingham has revealed that memories of his late grandfather — who died just before his senior England debut — drive him every time he lines up for the Three Lions, as he targets World Cup glory.
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Tuchel backs Stones to start again despite defensive wobbles in England's Croatia win
Thomas Tuchel has reaffirmed his commitment to John Stones as England's first-choice centre-back ahead of their World Cup 2026 group game against Ghana, despite the 32-year-old looking rusty in a two-goal concession against Croatia.
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