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Bayern Munich Chief Rejects Messi’s Ballon d’Or Claim, Backs Harry Kane for 2026 Award
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Bayern Munich Chief Rejects Messi’s Ballon d’Or Claim, Backs Harry Kane for 2026 Award

Uli Hoeneß labels Lionel Messi’s Ballon d’Or bid ‘nonsense’ and insists Harry Kane is the rightful winner after a historic 73-goal season. The debate over football’s most prestigious individual prize intensifies as legends clash.

17 Sept 2026
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India Drawn in Group K for Historic Inaugural FIFA U15 World Cup in Baku
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India Drawn in Group K for Historic Inaugural FIFA U15 World Cup in Baku

The Indian U15 national team is set to make its debut in the inaugural FIFA U15 World Cup, facing a challenging group stage lineup against Bahrain, Cameroon, Grenada, Laos, and Senegal in Azerbaijan.

17 Sept 2026
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Klopp Unveils Massive 44-Man Squad to ‘Reclaim the Flag’ for Germany
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Klopp Unveils Massive 44-Man Squad to ‘Reclaim the Flag’ for Germany

Jürgen Klopp has called up 44 players for Germany’s upcoming Nations League matches, including 16 uncapped stars, in a bold bid to restore national pride and reconnect the fans.

17 Sept 2026
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Man City’s New Midfield Trio Backed to Fill Rodri and Silva Void After £327m Rebuild
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Man City’s New Midfield Trio Backed to Fill Rodri and Silva Void After £327m Rebuild

Hugo Viana insists Enzo Fernandez, Elliot Anderson and Ayyoub Bouaddi can replicate the impact of Rodri and Bernardo Silva following their high-profile departures from Manchester City.

17 Sept 2026
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Messi’s International Farewell Confirmed Against Benin in Buenos Aires
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Messi’s International Farewell Confirmed Against Benin in Buenos Aires

Lionel Messi is set to play his final international match for Argentina against Benin on October 6, 2026, at the Estadio Monumental. The 39-year-old icon has been named in the squad for the ceremonial send-off.

17 Sept 2026
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Spain Secures De la Fuente’s Tenure Through 2032, Paving Way for 2030 Home‑World Cup
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Spain Secures De la Fuente’s Tenure Through 2032, Paving Way for 2030 Home‑World Cup

Spain have agreed to extend Luis de la Fuente’s contract through 2032, keeping him in charge for the 2030 World Cup on home soil. The deal follows Spain’s Euro 2024 and 2026 World Cup triumphs, al

17 Sept 2026
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Atlético Surge Ahead as De la Fuente Secures Decade‑Long Tenure with Spain
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Atlético Surge Ahead as De la Fuente Secures Decade‑Long Tenure with Spain

Atlético Madrid moved into third place in La Liga with a 4–0 win over Osasuna, but the match was played on Wednesday, September 16, at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano, not at Estadio de la Cartuja or

17 Sept 2026
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Tuchel Unpacks England’s World Cup Journey: Henderson’s Speech, Injury Dilemmas and Tactical Missteps
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Tuchel Unpacks England’s World Cup Journey: Henderson’s Speech, Injury Dilemmas and Tactical Missteps

Thomas Tuchel reflects on England’s third‑place finish, crediting Jordan Henderson’s locker‑room address, dissecting back‑five errors and weighing the impact of injuries to Reece James and Jarell Quansah.

17 Sept 2026
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Joao Pedro Withdraws From Brazil Squad With Injury Ahead of Chelsea’s Brentford Clash
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Joao Pedro Withdraws From Brazil Squad With Injury Ahead of Chelsea’s Brentford Clash

João Pedro has withdrawn from Brazil’s squad because of an injury, with Fluminense’s Matheus Martinelli called up as his replacement. However, the forward has not been ruled out of Chelsea’s Fr

17 Sept 2026
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Postecoglou Defends Ronaldo Amid Al‑Nassr’s 4‑0 AFC Champions League Setback
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Postecoglou Defends Ronaldo Amid Al‑Nassr’s 4‑0 AFC Champions League Setback

Al‑Nassr manager Ange Postecoglou rebuked a reporter’s criticism of Cristiano Ronaldo after a 4‑0 loss to Al‑Ain, taking full responsibility and highlighting the forward’s recent goal tally despite limited preparation.

17 Sept 2026
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Colby Donovan Reflects on First Scotland Call-Up and Key Mentorship From Kieran Tierney
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Colby Donovan Reflects on First Scotland Call-Up and Key Mentorship From Kieran Tierney

Celtic full-back Colby Donovan has opened up on receiving his maiden senior Scotland call-up under Sebastien Pocognoli. The 20-year-old detailed how teammate Kieran Tierney has become his primary role model as Celtic prepare for Europa League action.

16 Sept 2026
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Mikel Merino Sees Striking Yamal Parallels in Arsenal Wonderkid Max Dowman
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Mikel Merino Sees Striking Yamal Parallels in Arsenal Wonderkid Max Dowman

Mikel Merino has hailed Arsenal teenager Max Dowman as an unbelievable talent following his two-goal masterclass against Ipswich Town. The Spanish international believes the 16-year-old shares the same fearless character as Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal.

16 Sept 2026
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England Face Greece in World Cup Play-Offs as Falconets Duel Lionesses in U-20 Quarter-Final Push
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England Face Greece in World Cup Play-Offs as Falconets Duel Lionesses in U-20 Quarter-Final Push

European champions England must navigate a two-round play-off against Greece and either Slovakia or Ukraine to reach the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil. Meanwhile, Nigeria’s Falconets are set to battle the Lionesses for a spot in the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup quarter-finals.

16 Sept 2026
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Tuchel Defends Tactical Decisions After Atlanta Heartbreak as England Reshuffle for France Clash
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Tuchel Defends Tactical Decisions After Atlanta Heartbreak as England Reshuffle for France Clash

Thomas Tuchel has stood by his late defensive substitutions in England’s World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina, acknowledging the timing was flawed during an intense tactical battle in Atlanta. As the squad turns its focus to the third-place play-off against France in Miami, Tuchel has made drastic changes to his starting lineup.

16 Sept 2026
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Luke Littler Focuses on Historic Sweep at World Series of Darts Finals
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Luke Littler Focuses on Historic Sweep at World Series of Darts Finals

World champion Luke Littler aims to maintain his flawless 2026 record at the World Series of Darts finals this weekend. Having already won the year’s first five televised majors alongside the World Cup, Littler is targeting an unprecedented calendar clean sweep.

16 Sept 2026
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