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Juventus’ Fagioli investigated for illegal betting

Juventus midfielder Nicolo Fagioli is under investigation for alleged illegal betting activities, a prosecutor said on Wednesday, confirming earlier press…

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October 12, 2023

Hazard was a showman who saw football as a game, not a job

Eden Hazard always said privately that the day he did not enjoy playing football anymore, he would quit. That day…

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October 12, 2023

Last in FIFA’s rankings, San Marino haven’t won in 20 years, but they won’t stop trying

SERRAVALLE, San Marino — “Highway to Hell” rings out around San Marino Stadium as the world’s worst football team prepares…

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October 12, 2023

Ex-Madrid, Chelsea forward Hazard retires at 32

Eden Hazard announced his retirement from professional football on Tuesday at the age of 32, bringing an end to his…

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October 11, 2023

In da Club: 50 Cent sponsors Welsh girls’ youth team kit

As unlikely as it may seem, a girls’ youth team from Wales have become the latest football club to receive…

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October 11, 2023

Transfer Talk: Man United add to January window list with Portugal’s Inacio

The summer transfer window has closed throughout most of Europe, but there are still moves in the works and plenty…

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October 11, 2023

Saudis send letter of intent to FIFA for 2034 WC

Saudi Arabia announced it took the second step to bid for 2034 World Cup by submitting a letter of intent…

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October 10, 2023

Deschamps questions FIFA over 2030 WC format

France manager Didier Deschamps has criticised FIFA’s plans for the 2030 World Cup, questioning the “sporting and ethical” coherence of…

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October 10, 2023

Saka withdraws from England squad due to injury

Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka has withdrawn from the England squad due to a hamstring injury, it was announced on Monday.…

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October 10, 2023

Saka out of England camp with muscle injury

Mikel Arteta said Bukayo Saka will not join up with England after missing Arsenal’s 1-0 win over Manchester City on…

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October 9, 2023

Michael Carrick: ‘Lazy’ to claim Man United lack passionAugust 30, 2026
MANCHESTER, England — Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has branded claims that his side lacked motivation in their defeat to Hull City as “lazy.” Carrick’s team have been accused of playing without passion and flight in their 2-0 defeat at MKM Stadium on the opening weekend of the season. – Carrick: Baleba needs 2-3… Read more: Michael Carrick: ‘Lazy’ to claim Man United lack passion
Tottenham’s De Zerbi: Richarlison, Danso, Sarr have asked to leaveAugust 30, 2026
LONDON — Tottenham Hotspur head coach Roberto De Zerbi said Richarlison, Kevin Danso and Pape Matar Sarr have all asked to leave the club. The trio were left out of Saturday’s 2-0 home defeat to Newcastle United, although Sarr was also nursing a hamstring issue. Sources have told ESPN that Juventus are considering a move… Read more: Tottenham’s De Zerbi: Richarlison, Danso, Sarr have asked to leave
Man City in transfer talks for Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo – sourcesAugust 30, 2026
Manchester City are in talks to sign Cody Gakpo from Liverpool, sources have told ESPN. City have been given encouragement that Gakpo is interested in a move to the Etihad Stadium and are pressing ahead with discussions. The Dutchman — who started Liverpool’s 2-2 draw with Nottingham Forest on Saturday — is one of a… Read more: Man City in transfer talks for Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo – sources
Liverpool’s Andoni Iraola fumes at substitution delay before Nottingham Forest penaltyAugust 30, 2026
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola revealed his frustration after being unable to make substitutions before Nottingham Forest were awarded a crucial penalty at Anfield on Saturday. The Reds needed to come from behind to snatch a 2-2 draw for a second successive week in the Premier League after Forest had gone ahead for a second time… Read more: Liverpool’s Andoni Iraola fumes at substitution delay before Nottingham Forest penalty
Tottenham suffer back-to-back Premier League defeats after Newcastle inflict 2-0 loss on Roberto De Zerbi’s sideAugust 30, 2026
After two Premier League games, Tottenham are winless. Newcastle struck twice in the second half to condemn Spurs to a second defeat in-a-row in the league. Despite the boost that came midweek with confirming the signings of Sávio and Omar Marmoush, along with progressing to the next round of the Carabao Cup, Spurs fell to… Read more: Tottenham suffer back-to-back Premier League defeats after Newcastle inflict 2-0 loss on Roberto De Zerbi’s side
Hull head coach Sergej Jakirovic: Players must ‘stay humble’ as dream start continuesAugust 30, 2026
Sergej Jakirovic told his Hull players they must stay humble after they continued their perfect start to life back in the Premier League with a 1-0 win away to old Championship rivals Coventry. Liam Millar came off the bench to win it with a swift counter attack in the 82nd minute, holding his nerve to… Read more: Hull head coach Sergej Jakirovic: Players must ‘stay humble’ as dream start continues
Nottingham Forest nearing deal for Daniel Muñoz from Crystal Palace – sourcesAugust 30, 2026
Nottingham Forest are closing in on the signing of full-back Daniel Muñoz from fellow Premier League side Crystal Palace, sources have told ESPN. The deal for Muñoz, 30, is worth in the region of £20m. He would be a key signing for Forest and would likely vie with Ola Aina for a starting spot on… Read more: Nottingham Forest nearing deal for Daniel Muñoz from Crystal Palace – sources
Everton fans threaten ‘riot’ over potential sale of teenage winger Harrison Armstrong to Nottingham ForestAugust 30, 2026
Everton fans threatened to “riot” if the club cash in on teenage winger Harrison Armstrong. England under-19 international Armstrong was reportedly the subject of a £40million offer from Premier League rivals Nottingham Forest ahead of Saturday afternoon’s game away to Bournemouth. The 19-year-old academy graduate started for the Toffees at the Vitality Stadium to make… Read more: Everton fans threaten ‘riot’ over potential sale of teenage winger Harrison Armstrong to Nottingham Forest
Marli Salmon signs first professional deal at Arsenal after turning 17August 29, 2026
Marli Salmon has signed his first professional contract with Arsenal after turning 17 on Saturday. The defender has been rewarded with a strong seven years at Hale End and making his senior debut in December 2025. “It means a lot to me,” Salmon said. “A lot of hard work went into this, a lot of… Read more: Marli Salmon signs first professional deal at Arsenal after turning 17
Kai Havertz lays down the gauntlet: Arsenal ‘want to win everything’August 29, 2026
Kai Havertz has laid down the gauntlet to Arsenal’s rivals by insisting the Premier League champions want “to win everything.” The Gunners ended their 22-year wait for the league title last season and started their defence with a comprehensive 3-0 win over Coventry, a week after they saw off Manchester City to take the Community… Read more: Kai Havertz lays down the gauntlet: Arsenal ‘want to win everything’