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The Socceroos were unrecognisable against Brazil as a ‘new golden generation’ takes shape | Joey Lynch
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The Socceroos were unrecognisable against Brazil as a ‘new golden generation’ takes shape | Joey Lynch

The exciting crop of young players is in part a product of Australia’s early World Cup qualification which allowed them to break in and step up Even before a ball was kicked in the Socceroos’ two-game series against Brazil, Tony

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I grew up thinking Arsène Wenger was why Arsenal had its name

30 years ago today, Arsenal announced the managerial appointment of Arsène Wenger. He had an entire generation of kids thinking Arsenal was named after him.

Alexis Mac Allister poised to replace Lionel Messi after Argentina retirement
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Alexis Mac Allister poised to replace Lionel Messi after Argentina retirement

Alexis Mac Allister revival shows why Liverpool must act on contract talks Football has a habit of making fools of all of us. One bad season and the verdicts roll in, the shoulders shrug, the talk turns to moving players

Torino FC v AS Roma - Serie A 2026/27
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Malen Named Serie A Player of the Month for September

While football clubs are seldom as busy in the winter transfer window as in the summer, every now and then the confluence of talent, timing, and opportunity produces a game-changing signing. In the past 15 to 20 years alone, we’ve

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Thomas Tuchel confirms Jude Bellingham's England captaincy destiny

England manager Thomas Tuchel revealed Jude Bellingham has chances to become England's permanent captain one day. During their win against Czech Republic on Tue

Manchester City fans are right to feel angry – now they need to direct it at the owners | Will Unwin
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Manchester City fans are right to feel angry – now they need to direct it at the owners | Will Unwin

Success under the Abu Dhabi regime made supporters feel proud, but they can only really get those feelings back under new custodians Amid the hundreds of thousands of words written and spoken about Manchester City being found guilty of serious

The 4 Arsenal players up for Player of the Month
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 06: Martin Odegaard of Arsenal scores his team’s second goal during the Premier League 2026/27 match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on September 06, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

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The 4 Arsenal players up for Player of the Month

Arsenal have nominated the four candidates for their September Player of the Month award, following four wins in five games for the team.

New PSG signing on advice his national manager gave him about missing four dribbles in a row
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New PSG signing on advice his national manager gave him about missing four dribbles in a row

Mika Godts plans to keep playing his natural game even as he adapts to life at PSG, where things are quite different to Ajax. If you enjoy PSG Talk coverage and want to see more of it, add us as

Klopp Responds to Man City Verdict After Years of Liverpool Rivalry
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Klopp Responds to Man City Verdict After Years of Liverpool Rivalry

Klopp Responds to Man City Verdict as Liverpool Rivalry Returns to Focus Jürgen Klopp has offered a measured response to reports that Manchester City have been found guilty by an independent commission of 114 of 115 alleged breaches of financial

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Once again, Real Madrid are walking a dangerous tightrope in defense

Real Madrid, in these last few years, just cannot catch a break when it comes to fitness of their defenders. Every season since 2023 has seen Real Madrid miss o

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Ronaldo's Portugal exit could be a boon for Dortmund forward

Fabio Silva could finally get his shot with Portuguese national team after being called up for Denmark clash following Ronaldo's departure.

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Newcastle United’s new badge is good, it’s the rest of the branding that’s a worry

Newcastle United today unveiled their new badge after two years of of deliberation, but is it the rest of the branding that’s is actually the issue?

Rival clubs want more than just relegation for Manchester City
CARDIFF, WALES - AUGUST 16: Erling Haaland of Manchester City dejected after Kai Havertz of Arsenal (not pictured) scores his team's second goal during the 2026 FA Community Shield match between Arsenal and Manchester City at Principality Stadium on August 16, 2026 in Cardiff, Wales. (Photo by Carl

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Rival clubs want more than just relegation for Manchester City

Rival clubs want Manchester City's punishment decided this season, and they feel relegation to the Championship would be insufficient, according to reports.

Atletico de Madrid v Real Madrid - LaLiga EA Sports 2026/27
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Atlético’s LaLiga odds: Simeone’s side still behind big two despite derby win

Atlético Madrid picked up their biggest win of the season so far as they knocked off archrivals Real Madrid in a feisty Madrid Derby at the Metropolitano on matchday seven of the new La Liga season. Referee Miguel Ángel Ortiz

Report: Liverpool set for huge Hugo Ekitike injury update
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Report: Liverpool set for huge Hugo Ekitike injury update

Hugo Ekitike targets December Liverpool return as recovery plan emerges Liverpool have fresh reason to hope Hugo Ekitike could feature before the end of the year, with a report outlining November as a target for a training return and December

Portugal train without Ronaldo after departure from camp
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Portugal train without Ronaldo after departure from camp

Arsenal remain interested in Bournemouth 23yo for 2027 move
Alex Scott of AFC Bournemouth celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Bournemouth at Emirates Stadium on April 11, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

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Arsenal remain interested in Bournemouth 23yo for 2027 move

AFC Bournemouth are set to hold onto Alex Scott until next summer, with Arsenal among three top Premier League clubs still interested in signing him.

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Dortmund starlet will not play against France as Italy picks squad for Paris visit

Samuele Inacio had missed both of Italy's matches so far and has been left out of their matchday squad for France tomorrow too.

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Harry Kane winning the Champions League is the best outcome for Tottenham

The Harry Kane to Tottenham Hotspur reunion hope and speculation has not ceased at all despite constant talks between Kane and Bayern Munich, and there is no qu

Report: Liverpool eyeing moves for two Manchester City stars
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Report: Liverpool eyeing moves for two Manchester City stars

Liverpool linked with Antoine Semenyo as Iraola reunion offers intriguing possibility Liverpool’s latest link with Antoine Semenyo offers an intriguing possibility for Andoni Iraola. A forward who flourished under him at Bournemouth, already understands his demands and can operate across

Episode 895 - Almost a billion ...
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Episode 895 – Almost a billion …

Welcome to another episode of the Arsecast – the original Arsenal podcast. In this episode I’m joined by Philippe Auclair to discuss the Premier League statement released this week in relation to Man City being found guilty of 114 of

Former PSG manager gives his take on who should win the Ballon d’Or
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Former PSG manager gives his take on who should win the Ballon d’Or

A PSG player should win the Ballon d’Or, Christophe Galtier has said. You won’t find many disagreeing with that take. If you enjoy PSG Talk coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on

New reports unveil Arsenal’s failed £55.6m summer bid
Jarell Quansah of Bayer 04 Leverkusen controls the ball during the Bundesliga match between SC Freiburg and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at Europa-Park Stadion on March 07, 2026 in Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany. (Photo by Daniela Porcelli/Getty Images)

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New reports unveil Arsenal’s failed £55.6m summer bid

Arsenal submitted a bid to sign Jarell Quansah from Bayer Leverkusen over the summer, according to a report.

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Nick Harris on Man City’s Guilty verdict: “It could still take years”

Nick Harris reveals personal cost of Manchester City investigation as verdict raises fresh questions Nick Harris has spent 15 years asking questions about Manchester City’s finances. His response to the latest verdict was to consider how much remained unresolved. Speaking

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Neven Subotic (2017) On Borussia Dortmund And The Best Players From His Playing Days

An interview with Neven Subotić, by Ben McFadyean. Although you were born in Serbia, you grew up in the US. BVB has had several American players over the years who have gone on to be highly accomplished (Joe Gyau, Jovan

Moving the Goalposts | Women’s Ballon d’Or 2026 power rankings: will a new winner be crowned?
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Moving the Goalposts | Women’s Ballon d’Or 2026 power rankings: will a new winner be crowned?

Race to be named the world’s best female player is the most open in years. But who should claim the prize? 1 Melchie Dumornay (OL Lyonnes/Haiti) Yes, Dumornay was part of a team that lost 4-0 to Barcelona in last

Jürgen Klopp disgusted by claims his Germany team are ‘not white enough’
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Jürgen Klopp disgusted by claims his Germany team are ‘not white enough’

Says social media claims are ‘nonsense’ and ‘idiocy’ Coach sees ‘no reason to pay attention to these people’ Jürgen Klopp has reacted with disgust to a social media debate questioning whether the Germany team he is in the process of

FC Bayern München v 1. FC Union Berlin - Bundesliga 2026/27
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Neuer's heir? Bayern eye shock move for former Arsenal goalkeeper

Bayern Munich are reportedly stepping up their efforts to secure a long-term succession plan for Manuel Neuer, with a former Arsenal star emerging as a shock candidate. The Bundesliga giants are scanning the market for experienced reinforcements to stabilise their

Gareth Bale
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Ranking the best British football exports this century

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Individual tickets for home match v AC Milan available

Available to registered fansOur next home match is also our first home game of the current UEFA Europa League season - and it brings a huge name to town! On...