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Liverpool break record with Florian Wirtz signing
Liverpool have officially completed the signing of Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen, with the total transfer package potentially reaching €150 million. The 22-year-old has signed a long-term deal until 2030, joining the reigning Premier League champions in what is now the most expensive transfer in the league’s history. Originally brought to Leverkusen from 1.FC Köln…
Read MoreBarcelona reshuffle goalkeeper position with Garcia signing
Barcelona have officially completed the signing of Joan Garcia from city rivals Espanyol, activating his €25 million release clause. The 24-year-old goalkeeper arrives following an outstanding campaign and is expected to be the club’s new starter in goal next season. According to reports, Garcia was assured of this role as part of the agreement to…
Read MoreBotafogo stun PSG with famous Club World Cup win
Brazilian side Botafogo pulled off the shock of the tournament by defeating Paris St-Germain 1-0 at the Club World Cup. The result marks the biggest upset so far, as the newly crowned Copa Libertadores champions got the better of the current European titleholders. Igor Jesus, 24, scored the only goal of the game in the…
Read MoreMbappé leaves hospital after gastroenteritis diagnosis
Kylian Mbappé has been discharged from hospital following a bout of gastroenteritis, Real Madrid confirmed in an official statement. The French forward had been ruled out of Madrid’s FIFA Club World Cup opener against Al Hilal after falling ill earlier in the week. Mbappé did not take part in any of the pre-match training sessions…
Read MoreBruno Fernandes among six nominees for PFA top player prize
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has been included in a six-man shortlist for the PFA Players’ Player of the Year accolade. The 30-year-old Portugal international is joined by Liverpool stars Mohamed Salah and Alexis Mac Allister, Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer, Arsenal’s Declan Rice, and Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak. This prestigious award is voted for…
Read MoreManchester United fans react angrily to new ticket pricing model
Manchester United supporters have criticised the club’s decision to raise matchday ticket prices to a potential high of £97. This follows what many consider one of the club’s poorest campaigns in decades, with a 15th-place finish – their lowest league position since being relegated in 1973-74. Last season, tickets for Premier League matches at Old…
Read MoreFoden impresses as Manchester City start Club World Cup with win
Manchester City began their FIFA Club World Cup journey with a 2-0 victory over Wydad AC in Philadelphia, and it was Phil Foden who stood out with a goal and assist. The 25-year-old, who has come through City’s academy, gave his side an early lead by scoring in the second minute before setting up Jeremy…
Read MoreChelsea winger Mudryk charged with doping offence
Chelsea and Ukraine winger Mykhailo Mudryk has been formally charged by the Football Association (FA) for breaking anti-doping regulations following a failed drug test. The 24-year-old has already been provisionally suspended after an “adverse finding” was discovered during a routine urine screening in December. Under FIFA’s global rules, footballers found guilty of deliberately using banned…
Read MoreBellingham makes Dortmund debut in goalless draw
Jobe Bellingham stepped onto the pitch for his first Borussia Dortmund appearance in a 0-0 tie against Brazil’s Fluminense during the Club World Cup clash at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey. The 19-year-old midfielder, recently signed from Sunderland, entered from the bench but was unable to help the German club break the deadlock. His appearance mirrored…
Read MoreAntonio returns to action after near-fatal crash
Michail Antonio made his return to competitive football on Monday evening, turning out for Jamaica in their unexpected CONCACAF Gold Cup loss to Guatemala. It marked his first appearance since a severe car crash in December that left his future in doubt. The 35-year-old was included in Jamaica’s squad for this summer’s tournament in the…
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