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Courtois backs underdog Belgium to upset Spain in World Cup quarterfinals

Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois will face Spain for the first time in his international career on Friday, entering the World…

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July 9, 2026

Morocco star Saibari to miss World Cup quarterfinal vs. France

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Morocco will be without star forward Ismael Saibari for their World Cup quarterfinal with France on Thursday,…

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July 9, 2026

Man City confirm appointment of Enzo Maresca’s coaching staff

Manchester City have confirmed the coaching staff set to join Enzo Maresca at the Etihad Stadium. The club previously announced…

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July 9, 2026

Mexico start Márquez era on ‘strong foundation’ after Aguirre

MEXICO CITY — Rafael Márquez is taking the reins of the Mexican national team. The Mexican Football Federation (FMF) announced…

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July 9, 2026

Didier Deschamps unconcerned by Argentinian officials in France-Morocco World Cup clash

France head coach Didier Deschamps has played down the appointment of Argentinian officials for their World Cup quarterfinal against Morocco…

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July 9, 2026

Morgan Rogers: Has anyone ever stopped Norway’s Erling Haaland?

KANSAS CITY — Morgan Rogers has said Erling Haaland might be “unstoppable” but believes cutting the Norway striker’s supply line…

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July 9, 2026

Norway’s Martin Ødegaard on facing England in World Cup: ‘We were underdogs against Brazil too’

Martin Ødegaard has said that “underdogs” Norway are ready for their “big test” against England in Saturday’s World Cup quarterfinal.…

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July 9, 2026

Justin Bieber joins World Cup final halftime show lineup

Justin Bieber will bring his swag to the World Cup’s star-studded, Super Bowl-style halftime show, joining fellow headliners Madonna, Shakira…

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July 9, 2026

Ipswich Town confirm signing of Brazilian striker Emersonn from Toulouse

Ipswich have announced the signing of Brazilian striker Emersonn from Toulouse. The 21-year-old joins the promoted Suffolk club for an…

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July 9, 2026

Reece James, Marc Guéhi and Declan Rice miss England training ahead of World Cup quarterfinal

Reece James, Marc Guéhi and Declan Rice missed England team training on Wednesday in Kansas City, Missouri ahead of Saturday’s…

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July 9, 2026

Newcastle boss Jaissle: ‘Careful’ to avoid being fined after ‘really soft’ penalty vs. LiverpoolAugust 24, 2026
Newcastle United head coach Matthias Jaissle said he had to be careful “not to get fined” after the “really soft” late penalty awarded to Liverpool in Sunday’s 2-2 draw at St. James’ Park. Newcastle thought they had done enough to win their Premier League opener, with goals from Anthony Elanga and Joe Willock coming either… Read more: Newcastle boss Jaissle: ‘Careful’ to avoid being fined after ‘really soft’ penalty vs. Liverpool
Liverpool’s Andoni Iraola: Newcastle draw a ‘good step’ for Alexander IsakAugust 24, 2026
NEWCASTLE, England — Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola has described Alexander Isak’s performance against Newcastle United as a “good step,” despite the forward failing to get on the scoresheet in Sunday’s 2-2 draw at St. James’ Park. Isak was given a hostile reception on his return to his former club, whom he left to join… Read more: Liverpool’s Andoni Iraola: Newcastle draw a ‘good step’ for Alexander Isak
Maresca: Man City ‘need different solutions’ after playing Guéhi in midfield vs. BournemouthAugust 24, 2026
MANCHESTER, England — Enzo Maresca has said Manchester City “need different solutions” after playing Marc Guéhi in midfield against Bournemouth on Sunday. City came from behind to win 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium thanks to two late goals from Guéhi and Josko Gvardiol. With a shortage of midfielders after the departures of Rodri and Tijjani… Read more: Maresca: Man City ‘need different solutions’ after playing Guéhi in midfield vs. Bournemouth
Liverpool’s Dominik Szoboszlai scores late penalty to draw at NewcastleAugust 24, 2026
Dominik Szoboszlai scored a stoppage-time equaliser from the penalty spot to rescue a 2-2 draw for Liverpool at Newcastle United on Sunday. Anthony Elanga gave Newcastle a fifth-minute lead but Cody Gakpo drilled home the equaliser on 55 minutes. Two minutes later, Elanga charged upfield and laid the ball off to Joe Willock who curled… Read more: Liverpool’s Dominik Szoboszlai scores late penalty to draw at Newcastle
Newcastle, Liverpool pay joint tribute to Kevin Keegan before Premier League clashAugust 24, 2026
Newcastle United and Liverpool paid tribute to Kevin Keegan ahead of their Premier League season opener at St James’ Park on Sunday, with both sides honouring the former player and manager after his death last month. Players from both teams warmed up in special shirts bearing “Keegan 7” on the back, in recognition of the… Read more: Newcastle, Liverpool pay joint tribute to Kevin Keegan before Premier League clash
Chelsea’s Xabi Alonso: ‘World class’ Cole Palmer is over his injury problemsAugust 24, 2026
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso said Cole Palmer is over the injury problems that wrecked his season and is determined to get back to enjoying playing football. Palmer made only 26 appearances in the Premier League during the last campaign, scoring 10 goals and struggling to reach the levels shown in his first two seasons at… Read more: Chelsea’s Xabi Alonso: ‘World class’ Cole Palmer is over his injury problems
Two late goals save Man City blushes against Bournemouth in Premier League openerAugust 23, 2026
Late goals from Marc Guéhi and Josko Gvardiol rescued Manchester City who eventually beat Bournemouth 2-1 in their Premier League opener. Enzo Maresca was six minutes away from losing his first league game in the City dugout. His side trailed to a 26th-minute goal from Bournemouth’s James Tavernier. But Guéhi headed home from a corner… Read more: Two late goals save Man City blushes against Bournemouth in Premier League opener
Michael Carrick: ‘Ridiculous’ to claim Man United lack passionAugust 23, 2026
Michael Carrick has hit back at criticism of his Manchester United players following the opening day defeat to Hull City by insisting it is “ridiculous” to claim they lacked passion. United were beaten 2-0 at MKM Stadium on Saturday as their Premier League campaign got off to the worst possible start. Afterwards, Carrick was asked… Read more: Michael Carrick: ‘Ridiculous’ to claim Man United lack passion
Harry Kane voted Germany’s player of the year after 61-goal seasonAugust 23, 2026
BERLIN — Bayern Munich forward Harry Kane has been voted Germany’s player of the year 2026 and Vincent Kompany won the coach’s accolade after another outstanding season for the Bavarian powerhouse. Kane scored 61 goals across all competitions, including the German Supercup for Bayern last season, helping the team defend their Bundesliga title and win… Read more: Harry Kane voted Germany’s player of the year after 61-goal season
Record-breaking Archie Gray admits Tottenham performance ‘wasn’t good enough’August 23, 2026
Archie Gray blasted Tottenham’s dismal opening-day defeat at Brentford as “not good enough.” Spurs handed debuts to five players after their expensive summer rebuild but were brought crashing back down to earth after a 3-0 thumping. New boys Andy Robertson, Jan Paul van Hecke, Marcos Senesi and £100 million midfielder Sandro Tonali all started, while… Read more: Record-breaking Archie Gray admits Tottenham performance ‘wasn’t good enough’