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Brazil and Australia kickstart rebuilds with high-stakes double-header in Australia
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Brazil and Australia kickstart rebuilds with high-stakes double-header in Australia

Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil and Tony Popovic’s Australia will use their first post-World Cup friendlies as a platform to introduce fresh talent and reset their national teams. With both sides reshuffling squads and targeting future tournaments, the double-header in Townsville and Brisbane marks a pivotal moment in their respective rebuilding phases.

24 Sept 2026
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Three New Faces Join Matildas as Cooney-Cross Misses Squad
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Three New Faces Join Matildas as Cooney-Cross Misses Squad

Joe Montemurro has named three uncapped players in his 26-player Matildas squad for October’s international friendlies against Germany and Haiti. Vålerenga midfielder Hana Lowry, Vancouver Rise

24 Sept 2026
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With Norway’s shock elimination still fresh, Brazil’s…
FIFA WORLD CUP

With Norway’s shock elimination still fresh, Brazil’s…

With Norway’s shock elimination still fresh, Brazil’s star-studded squad—led by Marquinhos, Vinicius, Raphinha, and Bruno Guimarães—arrives in Queensland with one mission: redemption. But will their focus on self-improvement cost them against a Socceroos side hungry for a statement win?

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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Denmark’s defensive void without Christensen and Norway’s…
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Denmark’s defensive void without Christensen and Norway’s…

Denmark’s defensive void without Christensen and Norway’s lethal front three—this Nations League clash will test Solbakken’s system against Hjulmand’s transitional side. Who will dictate the tempo?

22 Sept 2026
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Wales Squad Shake-Up: Bellamy Rules Out Trio, Huddersfield’s Taylor Earns First Call-Up
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Wales Squad Shake-Up: Bellamy Rules Out Trio, Huddersfield’s Taylor Earns First Call-Up

Wales manager Craig Bellamy has confirmed three key withdrawals from his senior squad, calling up red-hot Huddersfield striker Joe Taylor ahead of the crucial UEFA Nations League opener. In a separate move, Euro 2016 hero Neil Taylor has been appointed to lead the Wales Under-18 setup.

21 Sept 2026
Breaking NewsCraig BellamyFootball
Chelsea Transfer Excess Under Fire Following Brentford Defeat and Defensive Woes
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Chelsea Transfer Excess Under Fire Following Brentford Defeat and Defensive Woes

A £350 million spending spree has left Chelsea under intense scrutiny after a resounding 3-0 defeat to Brentford exposed tactical vulnerabilities. Former captain John Terry and ex-manager Mauricio Pochettino have both weighed in as the club faces growing questions over its massive transfer strategy.

21 Sept 2026
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Brighton Silence Sloppy Arsenal in Shock 3-0 Title Blow
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Brighton Silence Sloppy Arsenal in Shock 3-0 Title Blow

Brighton & Hove Albion handed Arsenal their first Premier League defeat of the season with an emphatic 3-0 victory, exposing a sloppy and fatigued Gunners side under intense scrutiny.

19 Sept 2026
ArsenalBreaking NewsEnglish Premier League
Cristiano Ronaldo Retains Portugal Captaincy in Jorge Jesus’ First Nations League Squad
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Cristiano Ronaldo Retains Portugal Captaincy in Jorge Jesus’ First Nations League Squad

New Portugal manager Jorge Jesus has included 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo in his 25-man squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures. Jesus emphasized that selection will strictly depend on current performance rather than past reputation.

18 Sept 2026
Breaking NewsCristiano RonaldoFIFA World Cup
Erling Haaland Overtakes Kevin De Bruyne in Man City’s Big Six Scoring Ranks
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Erling Haaland Overtakes Kevin De Bruyne in Man City’s Big Six Scoring Ranks

Erling Haaland has surpassed Kevin De Bruyne for Manchester City Premier League goals against Big Six rivals. The Norwegian forward continues a record-shattering campaign after reaching 100 top-flight goals faster than any player in history.

18 Sept 2026
Breaking NewsEnglish Premier LeagueErling Haaland
Real Betis Soar in La Liga as Europa League and League Cup Thrills Unfold
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Real Betis Soar in La Liga as Europa League and League Cup Thrills Unfold

Real Betis maintained their flying start to the La Liga season with a 1-0 win over Getafe, while Manchester City advanced in the League Cup and OFI Crete stunned Hoffenheim in the Europa League.

17 Sept 2026
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Torreense Prepare for Historic Europa League Debut as Second-Division Trailblazers
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Torreense Prepare for Historic Europa League Debut as Second-Division Trailblazers

Portuguese second-tier side Torreense are set to begin their extraordinary Europa League campaign against Lillestrøm. Having won the Portuguese Cup but missed out on top-flight promotion, the modest club now prepares to face continental royalty.

17 Sept 2026
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Barcelona and Real Madrid Set Sights on Haaland as Summer Transfer Window Looms
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Barcelona and Real Madrid Set Sights on Haaland as Summer Transfer Window Looms

La Liga giants Barcelona and Real Madrid are reportedly preparing bids for Manchester City’s prolific striker Erling Haaland, eyeing a possible move next summer as the Norwegian forward approaches the 2028 European Championships.

16 Sept 2026
BarcelonaEnglish Premier LeagueFootball
Sir Alex Ferguson’s Pre‑Match Verdict Rings True as United Clash with City
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Sir Alex Ferguson’s Pre‑Match Verdict Rings True as United Clash with City

Manchester City claimed a dramatic 1–0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford despite playing with 10 men from the 23rd minute, when Phil Foden was shown a straight red card for kicking out

14 Sept 2026
English Premier LeagueFootballManchester City
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English Premier League
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Haaland’s Controversial Strike Secures City’s Derby Victory at Old Trafford

Manchester City edged past Manchester United 1–0 at Old Trafford, the winning goal coming from Erling Haaland amid one of the most contentious moments of the Premier League season. The Norway strike

13 Sept 2026
English Premier LeagueFootballManchester City
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