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Paul Pogba Refuses to Retire Following AS Monaco Departure as MLS Clubs Watch On
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Paul Pogba Refuses to Retire Following AS Monaco Departure as MLS Clubs Watch On

Paul Pogba has not retired and is currently a free agent after AS Monaco and the midfielder ended his contract by mutual agreement in August. His immediate priority is recovering from a left-thigh inj

18 Sept 2026
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Bayern Munich Plan Kim Min-jae Extension as Max Eberl Prepares Squad Overhaul
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Bayern Munich Plan Kim Min-jae Extension as Max Eberl Prepares Squad Overhaul

FC Bayern are considering a contract extension for center-back Kim Min-jae after a dramatic turnaround in his squad status. Meanwhile, Max Eberl has confirmed upcoming player sales as Bayern ward off interest for Harry Kane.

18 Sept 2026
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English FA Chair Debbie Hewitt Demands Full Disclosure from Infantino Over World Cup Sell-Off Plan
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English FA Chair Debbie Hewitt Demands Full Disclosure from Infantino Over World Cup Sell-Off Plan

English Football Association Chair Debbie Hewitt has written to FIFA President Gianni Infantino demanding the release of all documents regarding the abandoned World Cup private investment plan. The request also covers the decision to overturn US striker Folarin Balogun’s World Cup ban following political intervention.

18 Sept 2026
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‘Not everyone comes back’ – Gavi speaks out after difficult spell at Barcelona
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‘Not everyone comes back’ – Gavi speaks out after difficult spell at Barcelona

Barcelona midfielder Gavi has reflected on his grueling path back to full fitness following keyhole knee surgery. The Spanish international opened up on squad changes at La Masia and his fiery World Cup triumph over Argentina.

18 Sept 2026
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Lionel Messi Hits 100 Inter Miami Goals in Record Time to Eclipse Barcelona and Argentina Pace
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Lionel Messi Hits 100 Inter Miami Goals in Record Time to Eclipse Barcelona and Argentina Pace

Lionel Messi scored the 100th goal of his Inter Miami career as the MLS side defeated Cruz Azul 2–0 to win the 2026 Campeones Cup at Nu Stadium. The Argentine opened the scoring in the 24th minut

18 Sept 2026
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Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Jr. and Ibrahima Konaté Spark Debate with Ceuta Jersey Gesture
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Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Jr. and Ibrahima Konaté Spark Debate with Ceuta Jersey Gesture

Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Jr. and Ibrahima Konaté prompted controversy before Real Madrid’s La Liga victory over Elche after partially covering a message of support for Ceuta on pre-match shirts.

18 Sept 2026
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“Should Have Been Starting”: Sophie Cunningham Sets the Record Straight Over Team USA’s Caitlin Clark Treatment at the FIBA World Cup
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“Should Have Been Starting”: Sophie Cunningham Sets the Record Straight Over Team USA’s Caitlin Clark Treatment at the FIBA World Cup

Team USA swept to their fifth consecutive FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup title in Germany, but Caitlin Clark’s bench role sparked fierce debate. Indiana Fever teammate Sophie Cunningham has weighed in on the rotation decisions following the gold medal run.

18 Sept 2026
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Michael Carrick and Roberto De Zerbi Under Fire as Premier League Pressure Mounts
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Michael Carrick and Roberto De Zerbi Under Fire as Premier League Pressure Mounts

Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick urgently needs a victory at Fulham to halt mounting concerns at Old Trafford, while Tottenham Hotspur search for their first league goal under Roberto De Zerbi. Meanwhile, fixture fatigue and international calls dominate the wider European landscape.

18 Sept 2026
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Jürgen Klopp Takes Charge of Germany With 44-Player Squad and Call for ‘Positive Patriotism’
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Jürgen Klopp Takes Charge of Germany With 44-Player Squad and Call for ‘Positive Patriotism’

Jürgen Klopp has officially begun his tenure as Germany head coach following Julian Nagelsmann’s departure. The former Liverpool manager named a massive 44-player squad for upcoming Nations League fixtures as he sets out to rebuild the national team.

18 Sept 2026
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Zavier Gozo earns inaugural USMNT call-up as Mauricio Pochettino begins long-term roster rebuild
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Zavier Gozo earns inaugural USMNT call-up as Mauricio Pochettino begins long-term roster rebuild

Zavier Gozo has received his first United States men’s national-team call-up after completing a record move from Real Salt Lake to Crystal Palace, becoming one of 13 uncapped players selected by Mau

18 Sept 2026
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Tony Popovic Axed Maty Ryan from Australia Squad for Brazil Series
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Tony Popovic Axed Maty Ryan from Australia Squad for Brazil Series

Socceroos captain Maty Ryan has been omitted from Australia’s squad for upcoming fixtures against Brazil in Queensland. Head coach Tony Popovic has called up seven uncapped players for the national team’s first matches since the World Cup.

17 Sept 2026
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McAidoo Seals Five-Goal EFL Cup Rout for Manchester City Against Norwich

English-Ghanaian teenager Ryan McAidoo came off the bench at halftime to score as Manchester City brushed past Norwich City 5-0 in the EFL Cup Third Round. First-half strikes from Floyd Samba and Rayan Cherki set the foundation for a dominant cup display.

17 Sept 2026
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Besiktas Blow Away Marseille in Europa League Opener as Oh Hyeon-gyu Features Off the Bench
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Besiktas Blow Away Marseille in Europa League Opener as Oh Hyeon-gyu Features Off the Bench

Besiktas scored three second-half goals to secure a commanding 4-1 victory over Marseille in their UEFA Europa League opener. South Korean forward Oh Hyeon-gyu made a late appearance to help seal the win in Istanbul.

17 Sept 2026
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Kylian Mbappe Labels Spain ‘Best Team in the World’ Following 2026 World Cup Triumph
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Kylian Mbappe Labels Spain ‘Best Team in the World’ Following 2026 World Cup Triumph

Kylian Mbappe has placed Spain above France as global football’s premier force following La Roja’s 2026 FIFA World Cup victory. Lamine Yamal and Luis de la Fuente’s squad cemented their place atop the sport after an unforgettable tournament run.

17 Sept 2026
Breaking NewsFIFA World CupFootball
Liverpool Prepare Improved Alexander Isak Bid as Manchester United and Tottenham Push for Summer Transfers
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Liverpool Prepare Improved Alexander Isak Bid as Manchester United and Tottenham Push for Summer Transfers

Liverpool are ready to test Newcastle United’s resolve with a revised offer for Alexander Isak after their opening £110m bid was knocked back. Meanwhile, Manchester United are closing in on midfield reinforcements while Tottenham Hotspur target major late-window moves.

17 Sept 2026
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