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• Wild Vinicius Junior replacement theories spread across Brazil

  Vinicius Junior underwent surgery after the World Cup and made a slight change to his appearance to give his facial...

• Raphinha injury confirmed after Brazil’s 4-2 win over Australia

  The Brazilian Football Confederation has confirmed that Raphinha was substituted because of an injury during Brazil’s 4-2 friendly victory over...

• Vinicius Junior explains why he took Brazil’s late penalty against Australia

  Brazil defeated Australia 4-2 in a friendly, with two of the Selecao’s goals coming from the penalty spot.Raphinha converted...

• Awoniyi recalled as Nigeria make three changes for Guinea-Bissau qualifier

  Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has made three changes to his starting XI for Nigeria’s 2027 Africa Cup of...

• Parma appoint former striker Alberto Gilardino as head coach

  Parma have appointed former Italy forward Alberto Gilardino as their new head coach.The 44-year-old has signed a contract running...

• Barcelona identify Cesc Fabregas as potential Hansi Flick successor, reports say

  Barcelona president Joan Laporta reportedly wants Cesc Fabregas to replace Hansi Flick as the club’s manager when the German’s time...

• Bayern Munich ready to open talks over Michael Olise contract extension to 2032

  Bayern Munich are expected to begin negotiations with Michael Olise over a new contract in the near future, according to...

• Bayern Munich consider move for Barcelona defender Jules Kounde

  Bayern Munich are interested in Barcelona defender Jules Kounde and could make an approach for the France international during the...

• Renato Augusto says PSG goalkeeper Matvey Safonov belongs among world’s best

  Former Brazil international Renato Augusto believes Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Matvey Safonov deserves recognition among the leading goalkeepers in world football....

• Andrey Arshavin responds to Olivier Giroud’s plans for final season

  Former Arsenal footballer Andrey Arshavin has commented on Olivier Giroud’s statement that the current season is likely to be the...

• Paris Saint-Germain leave Matvey Safonov out of international fixture list

  Paris Saint-Germain have omitted Russia goalkeeper Matvey Safonov from a social media post listing the club’s players involved in international...

• Ashley Plumptre named in 28-player Nigeria squad for Olympic qualifier

  Ashley Plumptre has been included in the 28-player Nigeria squad for the Super Falcons’ second-round Olympic qualifying tie against Comoros...

• Olivier Giroud: Former Chelsea and Arsenal striker says ‘this season is probably my last’

  Olivier Giroud has admitted he is nearing the end of his playing career, saying the current season is “probably” his...

• Patrick Vieira recalls Sir Alex Ferguson talks: ‘I could not leave Arsenal’

  Former Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira has recalled negotiating with Sir Alex Ferguson, while reflecting on the club’s unbeaten Premier League...

• Javier Tebas calls for Manchester City to be excluded from Champions League

  La Liga president Javier Tebas has called for the UEFA case involving Manchester City to be reconsidered after the club...

• Javier Tebas says Manchester City punishment ‘should be severe’

  La Liga president Javier Tebas has said any punishment imposed on Manchester City should be severe after the club was...

• Manchester City could face 20-25 point deduction each season under proposed sanction

  Manchester City could be kept in the Premier League but penalised by 20-25 points before each season for three to...

• Wayne Rooney says he does not want Premier League medal if Manchester City are stripped of titles

  Former Manchester United forward Wayne Rooney says he would not want to receive any additional honours if sanctions against Manchester...

• Manchester United shortlist Roma wing-back Wesley as Arsenal and Atletico Madrid also show interest

  Manchester United have added Roma wing-back Wesley to their list of defensive transfer targets, according to football transfer insider Ekrem...

• Chelsea set to keep Estevao Willian despite Real Madrid and Barcelona interest

  Chelsea have no plans to sell Brazilian winger Estevao Willian, despite reported interest from Spanish giants Real Madrid and Barcelona,...