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/ 27 days agoItaly vs Belgium: Confirmed lineups for 2026-27 UEFA Nations League Group A1 clash
Roberto Mancini and Mark van Bommel make their competitive debuts as Italy host Belgium in their 2026-27 UEFA Nations League opener.

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/ 27 days agoWhy isn’t Thibaut Courtois playing for Belgium vs Italy in 2026-27 UEFA Nations League?
Thibaut Courtois will not be part of Belgium's squad for their UEFA Nations League opener against Italy, after the goalkeeper announced he's stepping away from international duty for the entirety of the competition. The decision, confirmed in the mixed zone after Real Madrid's 2-1 Champions League win over Inter Milan, means Courtois won't feature even […]

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/ 27 days agoNeymar’s Brazil No. 10 era ends as Raphinha inherits iconic shirt once owned by Pele, Kaka, and Ronaldinho: Who else has worn it?
The Barcelona forward has been handed one of the most recognizable numbers in international soccer, a jersey that was once worn by Pele, Kaka and Ronaldinho, among a long line of Brazilian legends.

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/ 27 days agoErling Haaland could see Manchester City’s Premier League titles taken away in stunning relegation twist: How many trophies does he risk losing?
With potential sanctions ranging from points deductions and fines to expulsion and the stripping of titles, questions are already being raised about what the outcome could mean for City's trophy-laden era.

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/ 27 days agoCole Palmer’s injury withdrawals frustrate Thomas Tuchel ahead of England clash vs Spain
Thomas Tuchel expressed frustration with Cole Palmer for missing yet another England camp through injury, saying the Chelsea forward "misses too many opportunities".

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/ 27 days agoCristiano Ronaldo sacrificed for one tactical reason as Jorge Jesus reveals why he took Portugal’s captain off early vs Wales
Ronaldo started against Wales and remained heavily involved throughout a tense Nations League contest, but Jesus eventually decided that another option was needed for the closing stages.

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/ 27 days agoIs Kylian Mbappe playing today? Projected lineups for France vs Turkiye in 2026-27 UEFA Nations League Group A
Kylian Mbappe is set to start and captain France as they open their UEFA Nations League campaign against Turkiye at the Kocaeli Stadyumu, marking Zinedine Zidane's first match in charge of Les Bleus. The Real Madrid forward missed a training session earlier in the week with flu-like symptoms, but Zidane confirmed he's back to full […]

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/ 28 days agoWhy are Australia and Brazil playing back-to-back international friendlies?
Australia and Brazil will play twice in the same FIFA window, with the pricey back-to-back friendlies split between Townsville and Brisbane.

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/ 28 days agoHow far is Cristiano Ronaldo from 1,000 goals after Portugal’s 2026-27 UEFA Nations League debut?
Cristiano Ronaldo failed to score in Portugal's Nations League opener against Wales, remaining 21 goals shy of the 1,000-goal milestone.

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/ 28 days agoLionel Scaloni reveals he convinced Lionel Messi to have his Argentina farewell in this window
Lionel Scaloni revealed he personally pushed for Lionel Messi's Argentina farewell to happen now, rather than waiting for a later date.

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/ 28 days agoCristiano Ronaldo’s coach Ange Postecoglou faces Al-Nassr uncertainty, but one key issue could make his exit difficult
Postecoglou started life in Riyadh with five consecutive victories and quickly earned praise, but a series of disappointing results has now created questions about what happens next.

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/ 28 days agoWhy is Frenkie de Jong not playing for the Netherlands vs Germany at the 2026-27 UEFA Nations League?
Frenkie de Jong is missing from the Netherlands squad for their Nations League opener against Germany due to a knee injury sustained during the World Cup.

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/ 28 days agoCristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr takeover future takes fresh twist as investors have one major request after star’s reported doubts
While recent reports indicated the Portuguese forward was reconsidering his transition to an ownership role, a specific request from the investor group has actively repositioned him at the center of the ongoing commercial negotiations.

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/ 28 days agoJoao Felix strike secures 1-0 victory for Portugal over Wales in 2026-27 UEFA Nations League opener
Portugal hosted Wales in Lisbon to open their 2026-27 UEFA Nations League Group A4 campaign, starting the quest towards the title with a key win at home.

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/ 28 days agoLionel Messi left Ousmane Dembele with one key lesson as PSG star reveals the secret to remarkable post-Barcelona transformation
The Frenchman recently discussed the impact of his former Barcelona teammate, with the true value of Messi's guidance evident in his overall evolution on the pitch.