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England maintain perfect progress in calm Wembley contest
England continued their unblemished path through World Cup qualifying by collecting a seventh consecutive triumph, overcoming Serbia in steady fashion at a wet Wembley. With their tournament spot secured last month and two fixtures remaining, Thomas Tuchel used the evening to adjust details rather than chase jeopardy. The national coach handed Manchester City youngster Nico…
Read MoreFrance confirm qualification after Mbappe inspires second-half surge
Kylian Mbappé delivered a double — one arriving from a delicate chipped penalty — while Liverpool forward Hugo Ekitike opened his scoring account for the national side as France clinched a 2026 World Cup berth with an emphatic performance against Ukraine. The opening period produced no breakthrough, but the home team accelerated after the interval.…
Read MoreFriendly rivalry: can Rogers really keep Bellingham out of England’s team?
Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup plans could create an unusual dilemma for two close friends — Jude Bellingham and Morgan Rogers. The England coach’s tactical vision has made it clear that both cannot start together in his preferred formation. The two share a friendship that goes back to their early days in the Midlands, growing up…
Read MoreRob Edwards confirmed as new Wolverhampton manager
Rob Edwards has been named as Wolverhampton Wanderers’ latest head coach following a turbulent few days marked by accusations, discontent, and frustration from Middlesbrough. The 41-year-old, who took charge of Boro only five months ago after succeeding Michael Carrick, had guided the Teesside club to third in the Championship after 14 matches. However, once Wolves…
Read MoreTuchel says Bellingham, Foden and Kane cannot all start in current England setup
England head coach Thomas Tuchel has stated that Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden, and Harry Kane cannot all start together under his current tactical system. Bellingham and Foden, who play for Real Madrid and Manchester City, respectively, have returned to the national squad ahead of World Cup qualifiers against Serbia and Albania. Tuchel clarified that Bellingham…
Read MoreJames calls for later World Cup matches to beat heat
England defender Reece James has urged FIFA to reconsider kick-off times for next year’s World Cup to help players cope with the intense summer heat. The 2026 tournament, hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, begins on 11 June and is expected to take place in high temperatures that could challenge player safety. James,…
Read More‘I don’t feel pressure of being Ronaldinho’s son’ says Joao Mendes
Joao Mendes, who plays for Hull City’s academy, says he does not feel weighed down by being the son of Brazilian football icon Ronaldinho. The 20-year-old wide player joined the Championship side on a one-year contract in September, following a spell with Burnley’s youth ranks last season. Ronaldinho’s illustrious career included triumphs in the 2002…
Read MoreFormer Chelsea star Oscar stable after collapse in Brazil
Former Chelsea and Brazil playmaker Oscar is in a stable condition after suffering a medical emergency related to his heart during fitness assessments at Sao Paulo’s training center on Tuesday. The 34-year-old, who rejoined the Brazilian club in December 2024, was undergoing preseason evaluations ahead of the new campaign when he suddenly felt unwell. According…
Read MoreSesko ruled out of Slovenia qualifiers amid United injury concern
Manchester United forward Benjamin Sesko will be unavailable for Slovenia’s upcoming World Cup qualifiers, though club staff remain confident the setback is not a serious one. The striker was forced off after just half an hour during Saturday’s 2-2 draw with Tottenham Hotspur, having hurt his knee in a challenge involving defender Micky van de…
Read MoreTFF suspends over 1,000 players amid massive betting probe
The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) has suspended 1,024 players across its professional leagues as part of a wide-ranging investigation into illegal betting. Among those named, 27 footballers from the country’s top division have been referred to the Professional Football Disciplinary Board (PFDK) for further review. The federation confirmed that it identified players who placed wagers…
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