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Tuchel Backs Harry Kane for 2026 Ballon d’Or Ahead of Mbappe, Yamal, and Messi
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Tuchel Backs Harry Kane for 2026 Ballon d’Or Ahead of Mbappe, Yamal, and Messi

Thomas Tuchel has backed Harry Kane to capture the 2026 Ballon d’Or, insisting the Bayern Munich striker continues to elevate his game at the highest level. Kane features prominently on the final 30-m

24 Sept 2026
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23 Sept 2026
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ENGLISH WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE

‘Coaches and policies change’: Luka Vušković reveals why Tottenham’s sale was inevitable – and why Brighton’s £50m bet on him makes perfect sense

Luka Vušković’s transfer from Tottenham Hotspur to Brighton & Hove Albion for a reported £50 million wasn’t just a financial decision – it was a statement about the kind of football environme

23 Sept 2026
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UEFA Nations League 2026/27: The Opening Clashes That Will Define the Campaign
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UEFA Nations League 2026/27: The Opening Clashes That Will Define the Campaign

The 2026/27 UEFA Nations League kicks off with high-stakes encounters, from Norway’s dominant start to the tight Group 2 showdown between Netherlands and Germany. Every match carries implications for the play-offs and beyond—here’s the full schedule and why these fixtures matter.

23 Sept 2026
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Branthwaite’s Resurgence: Can the England CB Finally Break Free from Injury’s Grip?
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Branthwaite’s Resurgence: Can the England CB Finally Break Free from Injury’s Grip?

After two seasons plagued by persistent hamstring issues, Jarrad Branthwaite has emerged from a rigorous off-season program in Germany with renewed hope. His recall to the England squad for Nations League fixtures against Spain, Croatia, and Czechia signals a potential return to form—but can he now challenge Marc Guéhi and Ezri Konsa for a starting spot?

22 Sept 2026
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Kobbie Mainoo’s England Future in Jeopardy After Squad Withdrawal Amid Manchester United Struggles
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Kobbie Mainoo’s England Future in Jeopardy After Squad Withdrawal Amid Manchester United Struggles

Kobbie Mainoo has withdrawn from Thomas Tuchel’s latest England squad because of an injury issue, adding to a difficult period for the Manchester United midfielder. The 21-year-old was initially sel

22 Sept 2026
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England Squad Hit by Major Withdrawals as Palmer and Rice Ruled Out
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England Squad Hit by Major Withdrawals as Palmer and Rice Ruled Out

Cole Palmer and Declan Rice have been forced to withdraw from the England squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League campaign, dealing a significant blow to Thomas Tuchel’s preparations just days be

22 Sept 2026
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After testing positive for COVID-19, Cristiano Ronaldo…
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After testing positive for COVID-19, Cristiano Ronaldo…

After testing positive for COVID-19, Cristiano Ronaldo has rejoined Portugal’s UEFA Nations League squad, though his absence has already left a void in their title defense. With the tournament kicking off in September, the question isn’t just whether he can recover in time—but whether his return will be enough to counter the tactical adjustments Portugal must make without their all-time leading scorer.

22 Sept 2026
FIFA World CupFootballPortugal
Cole Palmer Withdraws From England Squad as Club-Country Friction Escalates
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Cole Palmer Withdraws From England Squad as Club-Country Friction Escalates

Cole Palmer has withdrawn from England’s Nations League squad with a minor muscle injury, despite completing Chelsea’s 3-0 defeat at Brentford. Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White has

21 Sept 2026
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England Call Up James Garner and Morgan Gibbs-White Following Five Squad Withdrawals
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England Call Up James Garner and Morgan Gibbs-White Following Five Squad Withdrawals

England have called up Everton midfielder James Garner and Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White after five players withdrew from Thomas Tuchel’s squad because of injury concerns. Cole Pal

21 Sept 2026
ArsenalBreaking NewsChelsea
De la Fuente Demands Improvement from Spain Ahead of Wembley Nations League Opener Against England
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De la Fuente Demands Improvement from Spain Ahead of Wembley Nations League Opener Against England

Luis de la Fuente has warned Spain that their World Cup and European Championship successes will count for nothing when they face England in their UEFA Nations League opener at Wembley on Saturday, 26

21 Sept 2026
EnglandFIFA World CupFootball
England Injury Crisis: Palmer, Rice, and Rashford Ruled Out of Nations League Campaign
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England Injury Crisis: Palmer, Rice, and Rashford Ruled Out of Nations League Campaign

England have lost five players from Thomas Tuchel’s original Nations League squad, with Cole Palmer, Declan Rice, Marcus Rashford, Kobbie Mainoo and Tino Livramento all withdrawing before the openin

21 Sept 2026
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Bloodthirsty Brighton Overpower Arsenal at Amex as Gunners Lose Top Spot
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Bloodthirsty Brighton Overpower Arsenal at Amex as Gunners Lose Top Spot

Arsenal’s perfect start to their Premier League title defence ended in emphatic fashion as Brighton & Hove Albion produced a commanding 3-0 victory at the Amex Stadium, a result that dropped the Gun

19 Sept 2026
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Adams Defends Ghana’s World Cup Fan Initiative, Insists State Did Not Misuse Public Funds

Ghana’s Sports Minister Kofi Adams has clarified the government’s position on funding supporters for the 2026 World Cup, defending the $1.26 million ticket procurement against political scrutiny.

19 Sept 2026
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Thomas Tuchel calls up Liverpool prospect Rio Ngumoha to England squad for UEFA Nations League
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Thomas Tuchel calls up Liverpool prospect Rio Ngumoha to England squad for UEFA Nations League

Liverpool forward Rio Ngumoha has received his first full senior England call-up after being named in Thomas Tuchel’s squad for four UEFA Nations League fixtures across September and October. The

19 Sept 2026
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