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Austria reach World Cup after dramatic fightback
Ralf Rangnick’s squad earned their first World Cup ticket since the late 1990s after recovering from an early setback against Bosnia-Herzegovina in Vienna. The visiting side struck before the quarter-hour mark, with Haris Tabakovic finishing a quick move to put Bosnia-Herzegovina ahead. Austria continued to push throughout the second half and finally leveled when Michael…
Read MoreAfrica Cup of Nations set to disrupt Premier League squads
The Africa Cup of Nations will begin earlier than normal this year, with the competition scheduled from 21 December to 18 January in host nation Morocco. As many as 17 top-flight clubs are expected to lose players during a busy run of fixtures. The exact date that teams must release their internationals has not yet…
Read MoreMbappe pursues major claim against former club
Kylian Mbappe and his former employers have brought their prolonged disagreement to a labor tribunal in the French capital. The France skipper is demanding 263m euros (£231.5m) from Paris St-Germain, arguing that unpaid income and wider harm resulted from the breakdown in their relationship. The Real Madrid attacker, now 26, says his claim includes 55m…
Read MoreTuchel’s challenge: managing Bellingham’s influence
Jude Bellingham’s stature in international football has grown rapidly since his debut as a teenager, with appearances and goals at the 2022 World Cup and Euro 2024 underlining his reputation. However, his role for England has become less consistent since Thomas Tuchel took charge, with the midfielder often excluded from squads and line-ups. Tension seemed…
Read MoreAlexander Isak opens up on Liverpool and injury struggles
Sweden and Liverpool striker Alexander Isak has not had a bright start to the 2025/26 season, and has now come out to speak on those struggles.After forcing his way to Liverpool following a protracted transfer standoff with Newcastle United, where he made his name in English football, Isak has been unable to bring the instant…
Read MoreManchester United urged to bring back former striker as mentor for Benjamin Šeško
Manchester United have been asked to make a move for Brighton and Hove Albion striker, Danny Welbeck, to mentor their summer signing, Benjamin Šeško, who is still adapting to life in Old Trafford. The Red Devils splashed the cash to sign the Slovenian from Red Bull Leipzig in the summer after a period of courting…
Read MoreArsenal star named as most underrated signing in the Premier League
Arsenal have spent over £1 billion in new players under Mikel Arteta, but a £31.6m star is being named as the most underrated signing in the Premier League over recent times. Arsenal enjoyed another productive summer window that saw Viktor Gyökeres, Noni Madueke and Martin Zubimendi arrive at the Emirates, pushing the club’s spending under…
Read MoreRoony Bardghji is patient as Barcelona struggles with the 1-1 rule
Barcelona have faced challenges in adjusting to the 1:1 rule, leading to rumors of possible player departures during the January transfer window. Among the names mentioned is Roony Bardghji, who has struggled to secure consistent minutes since joining from Danish side FC Copenhagen. Despite these reports, Bardghji has made it clear that leaving is not…
Read MoreGrimaldo is on Bayern’s radar amid plans for a left-back
Bayern Munich are reportedly keeping an eye on Bayer Leverkusen defender Alejandro Grimaldo ahead of the next summer transfer window. The 30-year-old Spaniard has a contract with Leverkusen until 2027, which means the club could be compelled to sell if he does not agree to an extension. While Bayern already have options in the full-back…
Read MoreDe Rossi is targeting Perin’s return to Genoa
New Genoa boss Daniele De Rossi is reportedly pushing to bring Juventus shot-stopper Mattia Perin back to his former club. Genoa’s season began disastrously, going nine league fixtures without a single win. That run ultimately cost Patrick Vieira his job, with the team finally earning their first victory under interim coach Domenico Criscito in Sassuolo.…
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