Football

  • FIGC president targeting more than World Cup qualification for Italy

    FIGC president Giovanni Malago insists Italy must not limit themselves simply to World Cup qualification as they aim to get back to the top. It has been all change at Italy over the last six months after they failed to qualify for a third straight World Cup. That led to the resignations of Gennaro Gattuso…

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  • ‘I’ve never been the chosen one’, claims Dembele

    Ousmane Dembele claimed he has “never been the chosen one”, putting his success down to hard work as he targets a second straight Ballon d’Or. Dembele scooped the prize last year after a stellar 2024-25 campaign in which he contributed to 46 goals across all competitions. He scored 33 times and provided 13 assists as…

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  • Refereeing body Pro Ref admits judgement error over Haaland derby winner

    Pro Ref has admitted an “error of judgement” in awarding Erling Haaland’s winner during Man City’s 1-0 win over Man Utd. Haaland was onside, but City’s Enzo Fernández was offside and appeared to interfere with Lisandro Martínez. VAR should have recommended an on-field review. The goal stood, but the decision has now been officially acknowledged…

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  • Hemp buoyed by Man City momentum as Fowler feels back to her best

    Lauren Hemp is excited about the momentum Manchester City are already building after their thumping 4-1 win over Aston Villa. City’s Women’s Super League title defence has started in style, with two wins from their two games. Jade Rose, Mary Fowler and Khadija Shaw were all on target for Andree Jeglertz’s team at Villa Park, where home…

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  • Flick delighted with Gordon’s impact

    Hansi Flick is sure Anthony Gordon’s maiden Barcelona goal will arrive soon, but the German is still thrilled with the winger’s displays so far. Gordon joined Barca in the summer in a big-money switch from Newcastle United. The England international has made a strong start, providing four assists and creating 10 goalscoring chances. However, a…

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  • Martinez: Man Utd must go home with injustice of Haaland winner

    Lisandro Martinez believes Manchester United suffered an “injustice” as Erling Haaland’s contentious goal saw them lose 1-0 to 10-man Manchester City. United played against 10 men from the 23rd minute of the Manchester derby after Phil Foden was shown a straight red card for kicking out at Bruno Fernandes after a coming together. It did not…

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