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Germany FA chief reveals shock plot to hire Thomas Tuchel following Qatar World Cup collapse
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Germany FA chief reveals shock plot to hire Thomas Tuchel following Qatar World Cup collapse

German Football Association vice-president Hans-Joachim Watzke has revealed he previously planned to appoint Thomas Tuchel as head coach of the German national team. The disclosure comes as Tuchel leads England following Hansi Flick’s departure to Barcelona.

18 Sept 2026
BarcelonaBreaking NewsBundesliga
New No. 1s Emerge as Liverpool and Cazenovia Surge in High School Football Rankings
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New No. 1s Emerge as Liverpool and Cazenovia Surge in High School Football Rankings

Liverpool and Cazenovia have claimed top spots in their respective classes after standout Week 2 displays, sparking widespread movement across regional high school football power rankings. Four new contenders entered the standings as major matchups loom.

16 Sept 2026
Breaking NewsCazenoviaDowling Catholic
James Maddison and Mohammed Kudus in Focus as Tottenham Face Liverpool in Carabao Cup
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James Maddison and Mohammed Kudus in Focus as Tottenham Face Liverpool in Carabao Cup

Tottenham Hotspur travel to Anfield for a high-stakes Carabao Cup third-round clash against Liverpool with Roberto De Zerbi managing a selection balancing act. As James Maddison continues his recovery from a shoulder fracture, Mohammed Kudus is set for his first start in eight months.

15 Sept 2026
Breaking NewsCarabao CupEnglish Premier League
Barcelona Extend Perfect Start with Espart Goal and Yamal Brace
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Barcelona Extend Perfect Start with Espart Goal and Yamal Brace

Barcelona maintained their perfect start to the La Liga season with a 4–2 win over Levante at the Ciutat de València, as Lamine Yamal scored twice and Karim Adeyemi ended a late home comeback in st

15 Sept 2026
BarcelonaFootballSpanish La Liga
Tottenham told to terminate Richarlison contract after squad exclusion and legal clash
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Tottenham told to terminate Richarlison contract after squad exclusion and legal clash

Richarlison is exploring legal options and approaching FIFA to break his contract with Tottenham Hotspur after being omitted from the club’s 25-man Premier League squad. Former club personnel and advisers are now urging Spurs to terminate his deal immediately following a turbulent 45 days.

14 Sept 2026
Breaking NewsEnglish Womens Super LeagueFootball
Eric Garcia Targets Champions League Glory as Barcelona Fire Warning to Rivals
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Eric Garcia Targets Champions League Glory as Barcelona Fire Warning to Rivals

Barcelona defender Eric Garcia has confirmed that lifting the UEFA Champions League is the club’s main objective this season, while acknowledging Real Madrid will provide fierce competition in their title defense.

14 Sept 2026
BarcelonaChampions LeagueEric Garcia
Tottenham Head to Liverpool Missing £100m Man Sandro Tonali as Richarlison Exile Persists
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Tottenham Head to Liverpool Missing £100m Man Sandro Tonali as Richarlison Exile Persists

Tottenham Hotspur will be without Sandro Tonali, Pedro Porro and Dejan Kulusevski for Tuesday’s Carabao Cup third-round match at Liverpool, while Richarlison will remain excluded despite being eligi

14 Sept 2026
Andoni IraolaBreaking NewsCarabao Cup
Roberto De Zerbi Issues Sweeping Spurs Update as James Maddison and Dominic Solanke Prepare for Everton Test
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Roberto De Zerbi Issues Sweeping Spurs Update as James Maddison and Dominic Solanke Prepare for Everton Test

September 11, 2026, 1:18 PM Tottenham Hotspur head coach Roberto De Zerbi has received a timely fitness boost ahead of Saturday’s Premier League meeting with Everton, with James Maddison availabl

11 Sept 2026
Breaking NewsDominic SolankeEnglish Womens Super League
David Moyes Demands Ambition as Unbeaten Everton Prepare for Tottenham Clash
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David Moyes Demands Ambition as Unbeaten Everton Prepare for Tottenham Clash

Everton travel to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday seeking to extend their unbeaten start to the Premier League season, while Spurs remain without a league victory and have yet to score in their

11 Sept 2026
Breaking NewsDavid MoyesEnglish Womens Super League
Tottenham and Aston Villa Struggle for Premier League Survival After Disastrous Starts
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Tottenham and Aston Villa Struggle for Premier League Survival After Disastrous Starts

Tottenham Hotspur and Aston Villa are both confronting difficult periods after disappointing starts exposed serious weaknesses at two traditionally ambitious Premier League clubs. Tottenham’s pro

5 Sept 2026
Aston VillaConor GallagherFootball
Lionel Messi Announces Retirement From International Football
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Lionel Messi Announces Retirement From International Football

Argentina legend Lionel Messi has officially called time on his international career at age 39. The iconic forward leaves as his country’s all-time leading scorer and most-capped player following Argentina’s World Cup final clash with Spain.

31 Aug 2026
ArgentinaArsenalBarcelona
Manchester United Open Talks for Barcelona Left-Back Alejandro Balde
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Manchester United Open Talks for Barcelona Left-Back Alejandro Balde

Manchester United have initiated contact regarding a summer transfer for Barcelona full-back Alejandro Balde. The 22-year-old Spain international is open to a move to Old Trafford, while Barcelona are weighing a sale to fund their search for a new marquee striker.

24 Aug 2026
Alejandro BaldeBarcelonaBreaking News
Five-Star Barcelona Cruise Past Elche in Dominant LaLiga Opener
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Five-Star Barcelona Cruise Past Elche in Dominant LaLiga Opener

Barcelona began their La Liga title defence in emphatic fashion, defeating Elche 5–0 at the Estadio Martínez Valero on Sunday. Raphinha and Fermín López each scored twice, while Karim Adeyemi mar

23 Aug 2026
Anthony GordonBarcelonaBreaking News
Mourinho’s Return: A Tactical Reckoning for Real Madrid and a Threat to Barcelona’s Reign
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Mourinho’s Return: A Tactical Reckoning for Real Madrid and a Threat to Barcelona’s Reign

José Mourinho returns to Real Madrid without the same midfield maestro he had before, but with a clear mandate to knock Barcelona off their two-time La Liga perch. As the Premier League season approaches, pragmatic Los Blancos could finally expose Hansi Flick’s side, writes our football reporter.

21 Aug 2026
BarcelonaFootballReal Madrid
Toni Kroos Backs Khvicha Kvaratskhelia for Ballon d’Or Ahead of Kylian Mbappe
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Toni Kroos Backs Khvicha Kvaratskhelia for Ballon d’Or Ahead of Kylian Mbappe

Real Madrid icon Toni Kroos has named PSG attacker Khvicha Kvaratskhelia as his top choice for the Ballon d’Or ahead of Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi. Kroos insists Kvaratskhelia has been the world’s most outstanding club performer this year.

21 Aug 2026
Breaking NewsFootballKhvicha Kvaratskhelia
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