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Pep Guardiola raises concerns about Kevin De Bruyne's future at Manchester City amid exit discussions

Kevin De Bruyne's reduced playing time this season at Manchester City, coupled with his expiring contract, has fueled speculation about his future. His absence from key matches has heightened the uncertainty, with no clear indication yet of a contract renewal. The situation has raised questions about his relationship with manager Pep Guardiola.
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Manchester United's troubling financial situation: Notable cutbacks raise concerns

Manchester United's financial problems are significant, with a reported €360 million debt and a requirement to pay €200 million in 2026. This burden is compounded by substantial spending in the transfer market and compensation payouts following management changes, resulting in significant losses over the past five years.
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'We can't say to specifically protect Yamal, Vinicius, or Mbappe': Flick makes bold claim to referees

After Lamine Yamal’s uncalled foul, FC Barcelona coach Hansi Flick made a bold claim to La Liga referees, stating, "We can’t say to specifically protect Yamal, Vinícius, or Mbappé."
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'No one will ever be like Lionel Messi': Argentina teammate makes things clear to Cristiano Ronaldo

In response to Cristiano Ronaldo self-proclaiming himself as the best in history, an Argentina teammate weighed in on the debate, stating, "No one will ever be like Lionel Messi."
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Karim Benzema takes a jab at Cristiano Ronaldo: 'I prefer the Brazilian'

Karim Benzema's reaction to Cristiano Ronaldo's claim of being the "best ever" has gone viral. In a video interview, Benzema's facial expression and measured response created a significant contrast to Ronaldo's more direct assertion. Benzema diplomatically disagreed, highlighting the subjective nature of such claims.
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Cristiano Ronaldo selects his Ballon d'Or 2025 candidate, leaving out two major star

Cristiano Ronaldo's Ballon d'Or predictions highlight the subjective nature of the award. While his choices reflect his personal perspective on talent and potential, the ongoing debate surrounding his omissions demonstrates the diversity of opinions within football and the fierce competition for individual accolades.
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Two surprise clubs considering Phil Foden transfer after Pep Guardiola 'blacklists' Manchester City star

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has surprisingly indicated a willingness to sell Phil Foden, despite the player's importance to the club. This decision, along with the potential sales of Gundogan, De Bruyne, and Bernardo Silva, suggests a significant squad overhaul.
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Mohamed Salah matches Messi's record and breaks multiple Premier League milestones with Liverpool

Mohamed Salah's performance against Manchester City saw him equal Lionel Messi's record for combined goals and assists in a single season across Europe's top five leagues. He also became the first player in Premier League history to record 25 goals and 15 assists in a single season, among other achievements.
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Concern at Barcelona under Hansi Flick: How long will Lamine Yamal be out due to injury?

Lamine Yamal's injury status casts a shadow over Barcelona’s preparations for their Copa del Rey semi-final against Atlético Madrid. While manager Hansi Flick remains hopeful, the player's absence from training increases the likelihood of his unavailability for this crucial match.
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Could Trump hand Russia a ticket back to the World Cup?

No matter what side of the political aisle you sit on, or even if you straddle the middle, there's no denying that right-wing politics are having a moment in the United States. From President Donald Trump having a replica of the World Cup trophy behind his desk when he's signing his umpteenth executive order to […]
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Comfortable at Santos: Neymar surpasses Al Hilal's numbers in less than a month

Less than a month since his re-debut, Brazilian star Neymar has already surpassed his Al Hilal numbers with Santos in Saudi Arabia.
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Lionel Messi's explosive night in MLS debut: Confronts referee and grabs NYC FC assistant by the neck

Inter Miami star Lionel Messi had a heated night in the MLS season opener against New York City FC, confronting the referee, receiving a yellow card, and grabbing an NYC FC assistant by the neck.
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Video: Neymar scores stunning first Olympic goal for Santos in Campeonato Paulista

In the game against Inter de Limeira for the Campeonato Paulista, Neymar scored the first Olympic goal in his career, extending the lead for Santos.
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Antony receives first career red card in Real Betis' win and will miss key game against Real Madrid

In the La Liga game against Getafe, Real Betis star Antony received his first career red card, ruling him out of next week's match against Real Madrid.
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Mikel Arteta admits deep disappointment after Arsenal defeat in Premier League title race

After an unexpected loss to West Ham, Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta admitted being deeply disappointed as the Premier League title race with Liverpool heats up.