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Iran squad for World Cup 2026: full squad and key players

Iran have sealed qualification for the 2026 World Cup, marking a fourth consecutive appearance at the finals after winning seven of 10 qualifying matches to top their group. Amir Ghalenoei’s side will travel to the tournament in the USA, Mexico and Canada as Group G opponents of New Zealand,

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Roland‑Garros NYC watch party felt like a soft launch for the US Open

I attended the inaugural Roland‑Garros NYC Experience in Manhattan's Seaport, hosted by TNT Sports and HBO Max. The event promised to transport fans to Paris and, for a free outing, felt better than watching the tournament on my couch. It also took place the week US Open

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Juventus, AC Milan and Roma join Napoli in Alejandro Garnacho chase

Alejandro Garnacho could be set for a swift exit from Chelsea just one year after his high-profile move from Manchester United. The Argentine has struggled to adapt at Stamford Bridge, and the club is exploring a sale after a campaign that fell short of expectations. Garnacho moved to Chelsea last

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Chelsea reject approaches for defender deemed 'untouchable' by Xabi Alonso

Chelsea have turned down multiple offers for 20-year-old Josh Acheampong as the club moves to secure the long-term future of the academy graduate. The defender has emerged as an important part of the project at Stamford Bridge and has been given an untouchable tag by head coach Xabi Alonso, who

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Alejandro Grimaldo says he will eventually return to La Liga

Bayer Leverkusen wing-back Alejandro Grimaldo has once again stoked transfer talk ahead of his first World Cup, reiterating his long-term wish to play in La Liga. Speaking during a media day with the Spanish national team, the 30-year-old said returning to Spain "is one of my goals" and

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PSG reach verbal agreement with Yan Diomande, hindering Liverpool

Liverpool’s search for a long-term successor to Mohamed Salah has been set back after Paris Saint-Germain moved into pole position for Yan Diomande. The RB Leipzig youngster has reportedly given his approval for a move to the Parc des Princes, a development that shifts momentum away from Merseyside. Luis

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Premier League clubs line up for Celtic star amid AC Milan interest

Celtic midfielder Arne Engels is attracting interest across Europe after an impressive season in Glasgow. The 22-year-old Belgian played a pivotal role as Celtic secured a domestic double, putting him on the radar of clubs in the Premier League and Serie A. Engels recently switched his representation to the DWMA

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‘You're not Ronaldinho yet’ — coffee duty kept Messi grounded

Lionel Messi may be widely regarded as the greatest player to ever lace up a pair of boots, but even the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner had to pay his dues as a youngster. Former Barcelona teammate Andrea Orlandi revealed the unique dynamic between the Argentine prodigy and the

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Bruno Fernandes admits he wanted more trophies as he eyes Premier League

Bruno Fernandes has acknowledged that his trophy haul at Manchester United has fallen short of what he expected when he joined Old Trafford. Despite lifting the FA Cup and Carabao Cup, the United captain said: "Obviously, I wanted to have won more; it wasn't quite what I

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Victor Wembanyama Named 2026 Western Conference Finals MVP

The San Antonio Spurs outlasted the Oklahoma City Thunder 111-103 in a seventh game to win the Western Conference Finals, and Victor Wembanyama was named the series MVP, raising the Magic Johnson Trophy after also earning Defensive Player of the Year earlier in the spring. Wembanyama opened the series with

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Remembering the World Cup's most memorable one-hit wonders

The World Cup has produced players who shone brightly for a moment and then faded. Some were propelled into the mainstream by a single tournament; others are remembered for one unforgettable act on the biggest stage. Asamoah Gyan announced himself in 2010, scoring three of Ghana's four goals,

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How to watch Cape Verde at the 2026 World Cup

Broadcast rights in Cape Verde are held by pan-African sports networks, with SuperSport and New World TV serving as the primary official regional broadcasters for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Matches will be available on pay-TV via satellite platforms such as DStv. For viewers who prefer online viewing, the tournament

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How to buy World Cup 2026 resale tickets

The FIFA World Cup 2026 runs from June 11 to July 19 across 16 host cities in Canada, Mexico and the United States, with 48 teams contesting 104 matches. Official ticket sales opened in September 2025 and the Last-Minute Sales Phase began on April 1, running through the end of

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World Cup Final tickets: prices, categories and how to buy for 2026

The World Cup 2026 Final will be held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19. Face-value tickets through FIFA currently range from $5,785 to $10,990, a marked increase from the roughly $1,600 peak for the 2022 Final in Qatar. Tickets are tiered: Category 1 is

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Chill: Jeremie Frimpong explains celebrations after Arsenal loss

Liverpool defender Jeremie Frimpong urged fans to "chill" after footage showed him celebrating Arsenal’s Champions League final penalty shootout defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in Budapest. The Netherlands international was filmed leaping from his seat and shouting as Gabriel Magalhaes’s decisive spot-kick sailed into the crowd. The

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William Saliba doubts for France after injury in Champions League final

William Saliba faces a race to be fit for the World Cup in North America after aggravating an injury during Arsenal’s Champions League final defeat in Budapest. The 25-year-old played the full 120 minutes as a mainstay of Mikel Arteta’s defence, but the physical toll of the showpiece

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Romano denies Florian Wirtz move to reunite with Xabi Alonso at Chelsea

Speculation has intensified that Liverpool playmaker Florian Wirtz could reunite with former mentor Xabi Alonso at Chelsea. Fabrizio Romano moved to clarify the situation on his YouTube channel, saying the pair retain a strong bond from their time together at Bayer Leverkusen but that no formal negotiations have taken place

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France may lose key defender Saliba ahead of World Cup

Foot Mercato says Arsenal centre-back William Saliba faces several weeks on the sidelines after picking up an injury, a blow for France with the World Cup due to start on 11 June. Saliba was already carrying an injury into Saturday's Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain, which he

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Messi completed football in 2022 — why he’s still with Argentina in 2026

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has included Lionel Messi in his 2026 World Cup squad even though the captain is not "fully fit." That decision was far from a shock: Messi could have closed his international career on the ultimate high after winning the World Cup in 2022, a

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Top 10 Golden Boot contenders for the 2026 World Cup

With the 2026 World Cup due to kick off on June 11, players are assembling across the United States, Mexico and Canada. Beyond the hunt for national glory, the Golden Boot will again reward the tournament's top scorer; past winners range from Eusebio and Gerd Müller to Ronaldo

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European Manager of the Year: Top 20 coaches of the 2025-26 season

The 2025-26 European season ended with Paris Saint-Germain lifting the European Cup after a tight win over Arsenal in Budapest, completing a double after already securing Ligue 1. The victory was less emphatic than PSG's Munich thrashing of Inter 12 months earlier, but no less celebrated by the

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If Arsenal have made most of their resources, is this as good as it gets?

The greatest lie about penalty shootouts is that they are a lottery. They are a recognisable and trainable footballing skill, a test of ball‑striking, placement, psychology and mettle under pressure. Yet fortune still plays a part: the divot, the bad contact, a goalkeeper’s guess can decide the tiniest

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McTominay trolls Hojlund over overhead kick

Scott McTominay says he and team-mate Billy Gilmour have been relentlessly reminding Napoli striker Rasmus Hojlund of the overhead kick that sent Scotland to the 2026 World Cup and knocked Denmark out. "I know Rasmus extremely well. He's such a great kid, and we have so many

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Mikel Arteta poised to sign new long-term contract with Arsenal

Mikel Arteta is set to commit his long-term future to Arsenal following a historic campaign that saw the Gunners finally end their wait for a Premier League title. Despite the late heartbreak of a Champions League final defeat on penalties to Paris Saint-Germain, the North London club are moving swiftly

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Was it down to Lennart Karl? The DFB side produced a curious moment against Finland

Nagelsmann admitted he had "naturally noticed" his players' numerous pairs of pink boots during the warm-up. "I think it's pretty cool. I like pink – it's a great colour. It looks friendly yet still has the necessary aggression. The whole look was harmonious