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Mbappé and Mastantuono join Real Madrid’s injury list
The international window has brought unwelcome news for Real Madrid, with three key squad members picking up injuries while away on national duty. Dean Huijsen was the first to withdraw earlier in the week after sustaining a problem with Spain, and two more players are now set to return to Madrid ahead of schedule. Kylian…
Read MoreFernandes tops Xhaka’s list of three midfielders
Sunderland’s captain Granit Xhaka has placed Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes at the top when ranking him alongside Chelsea’s Cole Palmer and Liverpool’s Florian Wirtz. Speaking to Sky Sports, the former Arsenal midfielder was asked to list the three players in order of ability. “Fernandes has proved his quality for so many years,” Xhaka said. “His…
Read MoreHaaland takes lead in Golden boot race
Erling Haaland has burst into the new Premier League campaign with nine goals in his opening seven appearances for Manchester City. While that tally doesn’t surpass his explosive starts of previous years — when he scored 11 goals in 2022-23 and 10 the following season — it still gives him an early three-goal cushion at…
Read MoreTuchel laments lack of atmosphere at Wembley despite emphatic win
Thomas Tuchel voiced his disappointment with the home fans after England’s convincing 3-0 friendly victory over Wales at Wembley. Despite an explosive opening spell, the atmosphere inside the stadium did not reflect the team’s dominant display. “The stadium was silent. Silent. We never got any energy back from the stands,” the England manager told ITV…
Read MoreSaka sets new England scoring record for Arsenal players
Bukayo Saka wrote a new chapter in Arsenal’s international history with his goal against Wales on Thursday night. The forward struck in the 20th minute at Wembley, curling the ball beautifully into the top corner to put England three goals ahead in the friendly encounter. With that finish, the 24-year-old moved past a record that…
Read MoreManchester United in talks with Maguire over new contract
Discussions are underway between Manchester United and Harry Maguire regarding a possible contract extension that would prolong his stay at Old Trafford beyond the current season. The center back’s existing agreement, signed after his 2019 transfer from Leicester City for £80 million ($106.4 million), is set to expire at the end of this campaign. That…
Read MoreRatcliffe says Amorim needs three years at Man Utd to prove himself
Sir Jim Ratcliffe believes Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim should be given a three-year period to demonstrate his ability at Old Trafford. Amorim, who joined from Sporting, will mark his first year in charge in November, but his time so far has been marked by poor results. Last season, United finished in 15th place in…
Read MoreCole Palmer sidelined until November with ongoing groin problem
Chelsea attacker Cole Palmer is expected to remain unavailable until November, following internal discussions over how to manage his persistent groin problem. The 23-year-old has struggled with repeated discomfort since the issue appeared during a condensed two-week summer preparation period that followed his standout role in the club’s Club World Cup triumph in July. His…
Read MoreHuijsen injury gives Alonso fresh headache ahead of El Clásico
Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso has been handed another fitness setback after Dean Huijsen was forced to leave Spain’s national team camp due to physical discomfort. The summer arrival completed the entire match in Madrid’s 3–1 victory over Villarreal before travelling to join the national setup. However, he sat out subsequent training sessions after informing…
Read MoreRaya rewarded with new Arsenal deal to reflect growing importance
Arsenal has handed David Raya a revised agreement that highlights his growing influence under Mikel Arteta. The Spain international has agreed to an increased salary compared to the one he signed after making his move permanent in the summer of 2024. Although the improved terms were settled earlier in the year, the club has not…
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