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/ 57 days agoVideo: Desire Doue’s brace lead France victory vs. Colombia in the 2026 International Friendly
Colombia and France delivered an exciting attacking showdown. While Los Cafeteros created plenty of chances, they failed to convert them. It was a very different story for Les Bleus, as a brace from Désiré Doué led their victory, capping off a strong international break.

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/ 57 days agoFerran Torres’ future in doubt as Barcelona star reportedly draws interest from two big Premier League sides
Given his poor form, Ferran Torres’ future at Barcelona remains highly uncertain. With his contract set to expire in 2027, the Spaniard has caught the attention of two major Premier League clubs as a star signing.

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/ 57 days agoJosé Mourinho takes a slight dig at Portugal in Cristiano Ronaldo’s absence: ‘Look like any run-of-the-mill team’
Although Cristiano Ronaldo’s inclusion on Portugal’s roster has drawn heavy criticism, his absence against Mexico was keenly felt. In light of this, José Mourinho has taken a subtle swipe at the national team, defending the veteran’s place in the starting lineup.

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/ 57 days agoColombia vs. France: Confirmed lineups for 2026 International Friendly at Northwest Stadium
Colombia and France face off in their final friendly match of this doubleheader of international friendlies. While the Cafeteros are coming off a painful defeat, the Blues are in top form. As a result, the game is shaping up to be a close contest. Here are the predicted lineups for both sides.

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/ 60 days agoMarcus Rashford’s uncertain Barcelona future reportedly leads Aston Villa to pursue his arrival
Despite Marcus Rashford’s promising start at Barcelona, his form has dipped, raising questions about his future at the club. Against this backdrop, Aston Villa are reportedly emerging as a clear suitor for the English forward ahead of next season.

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/ 60 days agoVideo: Sandro Tonali leads Italy to victory in the 2026 UEFA World Cup Qualifiers vs Northern Ireland
After failing to beat Norway in the 2026 UEFA World Cup Qualifiers, Italy face Northern Ireland in the playoffs, looking to secure their spot in the tournament. Here, we’ll provide minute-by-minute coverage of the game.

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/ 60 days agoBarcelona may face uphill battle for Julián Álvarez as Atlético Madrid reportedly chase his contract renewal
Barcelona have reportedly made the signing of Julián Álvarez a priority. However, they could face a major setback, as Atlético Madrid are reportedly seeking a substantial improvement to the Argentine’s contract.

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/ 60 days agoItaly vs Northern Ireland: Confirmed lineups for UEFA 2026 World Cup Qualifiers
Italy and Northern Ireland face off in the UEFA 2026 World Cup Qualifiers, vying for a spot in the playoff final. Far from being an easy game, the Azzurri are looking to end an eight-year drought without qualifying for the tournament. Here are the predicted lineups for both sides.

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/ 60 days agoHow Italy’s win, draw, or loss against Northern Ireland today could affect the UEFA 2026 World Cup Qualifiers
After a rather inconsistent performance in the 2026 UEFA World Cup Qualifiers, Italy face Northern Ireland today. However, the outcome of the match—whether a draw, a win, or a loss—will completely change the picture for the playoffs. Here, we will analyze these possibilities.

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/ 61 days agoKylian Mbappé labels as ‘false’ the misdiagnosis rumors of his knee injury at Real Madrid
Despite already returning from his knee injury, Kylian Mbappé has been surrounded by rumors of a misdiagnosis by Real Madrid. In response, the Frenchman has decided to deny these claims, revealing key details about his recovery.

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/ 61 days agoCasemiro nears Cristiano Ronaldo’s Saudi Pro League as Al Ittihad reportedly chases him under one condition
After announcing his departure from Manchester United, Casemiro has been linked with a move to MLS. However, the Brazilian is now edging closer to a reunion with Cristiano Ronaldo, as Al-Ittihad are reportedly interested in signing him—but only under one clear condition.

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/ 61 days agoBarcelona president Joan Laporta snubs Lionel Messi as greatest of all time, picking Johan Cruyff instead
Lionel Messi ranks among the most iconic figures in Barcelona's history and is widely considers the greatest soccer player of all time. However, president Joan Laporta surprised fans by choosing to overlook the Argentine and instead mentioned Johan Cruyff.

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/ 61 days agoMohamed Salah overtakes Cristiano Ronaldo among Premier League greats, says legend Jamie Carragher
Mohamed Salah has established as a Liverpool FC legend, also leaving a historic legacy in the Premier League. Even club icon Jamie Carragher ranks the Egyptian ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo among the greatest players in the history of the English league.

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/ 61 days agoFerrán Torres could help seal Julián Álvarez’s Barcelona move amid Atlético Madrid interest
Although Ferran Torres seemed to be a key player for Barcelona, the Spaniard could reportedly facilitate the arrival of Julián Álvarez. Given his contractual situation, the Blaugranas would be open to letting him go, with a LaLiga rival already interested in his services.

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/ 62 days agoÁlvaro Arbeloa could stay at Real Madrid as squad reportedly backs him amid huge locker room impact
Álvaro Arbeloa's arrival gave Real Madrid a significant boost, but it wasn't entirely certain whether he would have a permanent role. However, the Spaniard reportedly has the squad's support due to the positive impact he has had on the locker room.
