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Bayern’s Wirtz dilemma: Rummenigge dismisses revival of Liverpool links as club turns to other avenues
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Bayern’s Wirtz dilemma: Rummenigge dismisses revival of Liverpool links as club turns to other avenues

Florian Wirtz’s struggles at Liverpool have reignited transfer speculation, but Bayern Munich’s supervisory board member Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has firmly shut down any notion of a return to the discussion—at least for now. With the 23-year-old’s future in doubt, the focus shifts to whether Bayern’s interest has truly faded or if other avenues remain open.

29 Sept 2026
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Black Stars’ AFCON 2027 Survival Mission: Win or Face Crisis

The Black Stars’ AFCON 2027 campaign has already descended into chaos. After a crushing 2-0 defeat to Ivory Coast in […]

29 Sept 2026
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Ex-Premier League captain makes bold leap into Baller League months after retirement
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Ex-Premier League captain makes bold leap into Baller League months after retirement

A former Premier League captain, now 37, has shocked the football world by joining the Baller League—a high-octane six-a-side indoor competition that has already drawn elite names from English football. Meanwhile, key departures at Everton, Tottenham, Liverpool, and Sunderland signal a summer of seismic change across the Premier League.

29 Sept 2026
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Giroud Signals Farewell: France Legend Confirms Likely Retirement After 2024 Season
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Giroud Signals Farewell: France Legend Confirms Likely Retirement After 2024 Season

Olivier Giroud, a World Cup-winning striker and France’s all-time leading scorer, has confirmed he will likely retire at season’s end—just days before his 40th birthday. The Lille forward’s candid admission marks the end of an era for a player who defined an era of French football.

29 Sept 2026
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Bayern Munich Targets Barcelona’s Struggling Jules Koundé in January Transfer Window
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Bayern Munich Targets Barcelona’s Struggling Jules Koundé in January Transfer Window

Bayern Munich are intensifying their pursuit of Barcelona defender Jules Koundé, with the 27-year-old’s limited first-team opportunities at Camp Nou raising his profile as a potential January target. The move would mark a bold winter reinforcement for a Bundesliga side already stacked in defense.

29 Sept 2026
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The Canadian Premier League has become the…
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The Canadian Premier League has become the…

The Canadian Premier League has become the first professional league to trial FIFA’s controversial ‘daylight’ offside rule, allowing goals when attackers are level with defenders. Critics warn it could kill the high line, while supporters argue it restores fluidity. Here’s how it works—and why it’s already sparking debate.

29 Sept 2026
Nigeria’s AFCON 2027 campaign begins: the Paripesa APK and a packed September-October window
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Nigeria’s AFCON 2027 campaign begins: the Paripesa APK and a packed September-October window

The Super Eagles face a new qualifying challenge: a condensed international window crams four matches into 16 days, starting with their AFCON 2027 opener. How Nigeria’s tactical approach and Paripesa’s APK technology will shape their campaign.

29 Sept 2026
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An independent tribunal has reportedly upheld the majority of Premier League charges against Manchester City

An independent tribunal has reportedly upheld the majority of the Premier League’s 115 charges against Manchester City, with the case now advancing to an appeal stage that could drag on for years. The club maintains its innocence as legal battles intensify, while the potential for sanctions—including fines, points deductions, or even expulsion—hangs over the club’s future in English football’s elite division.

29 Sept 2026
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Arsenal’s Riccardo Calafiori Delivers Pure Magic: Young Fan’s Day Saved by Italy Star’s Selfless Gesture
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Arsenal’s Riccardo Calafiori Delivers Pure Magic: Young Fan’s Day Saved by Italy Star’s Selfless Gesture

After a Nations League victory cemented Italy’s first points of the campaign, Riccardo Calafiori’s kindness stole the show—turning a desperate fan’s plea into an unforgettable moment of connection.

29 Sept 2026
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FIFA vs. UEFA: Infantino’s World Cup sell-off plan collapses under a storm of accusations and counterattacks
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FIFA vs. UEFA: Infantino’s World Cup sell-off plan collapses under a storm of accusations and counterattacks

FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s controversial proposal to privatize stakes in the World Cup and other tournaments has been abandoned—but the fallout has escalated into a full-blown war of words with UEFA, which has accused FIFA of a deliberate misinformation campaign. The latest escalation reveals a summit-level crisis that could reshape global football’s governance.

29 Sept 2026
Liverpool’s midfield is unraveling under Julian Ward’s watch—but Mac Allister’s future is not as precarious as suggested
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Liverpool’s midfield is unraveling under Julian Ward’s watch—but Mac Allister’s future is not as precarious as suggested

Liverpool’s midfield has been a focus of scrutiny since Julian Ward’s return as sporting director, but the narrative that Alexis Mac Allister is under an ultimatum to “prove his worth” before

29 Sept 2026
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Wayne Rooney has made his position clear: he would reject a retrospective Premier League medal if Manchester City are stripped of titles
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Wayne Rooney has made his position clear: he would reject a retrospective Premier League medal if Manchester City are stripped of titles

Wayne Rooney has said he would not accept a retrospective Premier League winners’ medal if Manchester City are stripped of the 2011–12 title following the club’s guilty verdict on 114 of 115 fin

29 Sept 2026
With Liechtenstein still unbeaten in this Nations…
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With Liechtenstein still unbeaten in this Nations…

With Liechtenstein still unbeaten in this Nations League D campaign and Azerbaijan desperate for results after a single point from two matches, Thursday’s encounter at Tofig Bakhramov Stadium will be a microcosm of the league’s underdog struggles. Both sides must adapt—one to exploit attacking potential, the other to shore up a defense that has been exposed.

29 Sept 2026
Former Celtic midfielder Scott Allan has laid…
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Former Celtic midfielder Scott Allan has laid…

Former Celtic midfielder Scott Allan has laid bare the club’s struggles, pinpointing a critical weakness in their midfield that has contributed to three straight defeats. With Rangers looming in the Scottish Premiership, the question is whether Celtic can bridge the gap before the season’s momentum slips further.

29 Sept 2026
Real Madrid’s Militao: Mourinho and Khedira Bet on Full Recovery as Key Starter
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Real Madrid’s Militao: Mourinho and Khedira Bet on Full Recovery as Key Starter

Real Madrid’s coaching staff are convinced Éder Militão can return to a starting role if he completes his rehabilitation without further setbacks, with manager José Mourinho and assistant Sami Kh

29 Sept 2026
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