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Kudus’s Goal And Assist End Leeds’ 23-Game Home Streak

Kudus’s Goal And Assist End Leeds’ 23-Game Home Streak

October 4, 2025 11:41 am

In a dramatic Premier League showdown at Elland Road on Saturday, Mohammed Kudus delivered both a goal and an assist to power Tottenham Hotspur to a 2-1 victory over Leeds United, handing the hosts their first league defeat at home in over a year. Spurs moved up to second place with 14 points, one behind Liverpool; Leeds drop to 12th with eight points as the international break looms. 

Kudus began the damage by teeing up Mathys Tel in the 23rd minute. The Ghanaian’s pass freed Tel down the right flank; the 20-year-old’s effort deflected past Leeds keeper Karl Darlow for …

Araujo Exempted From Uruguay Duty By Bielsa For Rest

Araujo Exempted From Uruguay Duty By Bielsa For Rest

October 4, 2025 6:10 am

In a strategic move to prioritize player welfare, Marcelo Bielsa, head coach of the Uruguay national football team, has opted not to include Ronald Araujo in the squad for the upcoming international friendlies against the Dominican Republic and Uzbekistan. The matches, scheduled for October 10 and October 13, will take place in Malaysia, requiring extensive travel from Barcelona.

Bielsa’s decision aligns with a broader approach to manage player workloads effectively. Notably, Federico Valverde and Darwin Núñez have also been excluded from the squad for these fixtures, reflecting a consistent strategy to rest key players during non-competitive matches.

For FC Barcelona, …

Hargreaves Urges United To Play Bruno As No.10 With Mbeumo

Hargreaves Urges United To Play Bruno As No.10 With Mbeumo

October 3, 2025 10:58 am

Former Manchester United midfielder Owen Hargreaves has called for a tactical reset at Old Trafford, insisting that Bruno Fernandes should return to his more natural No. 10 role.

Speaking on TNT Sports, Hargreaves suggested pairing Bruno and Matheus Cunha as dual No. 10s behind Bryan Mbeumo up front would better exploit United’s attacking potential. He also floated the idea of using Amad Diallo as a left wing-back if manager Rúben Amorim wants to stick with a three-at-the-back formation.

Hargreaves argued that under the current 3-4-3 or 3-4-2-1 formations, Bruno has been forced into a deeper midfield role, effectively sacrificing some …

Sheila Ebana To Host Exclusive London Dinner Event

Sheila Ebana To Host Exclusive London Dinner Event

October 3, 2025 10:48 am

Lamine Yamal’s mother, Sheila Ebana, is venturing into event hosting by organizing a high-end dinner gala in London on 7 November—and though the Barcelona star won’t be in attendance, the evening promises an intimate experience for fans, media and sports figures alike.

The announcement has stirred debate, especially around pricing, transparency and the ethics of monetizing proximity to a high-profile athlete’s circle.

According to event listings and social media posts, tickets are being offered across tiers: a Standard package (€150) includes a welcome cocktail and three-course menu; a mid-range option (around €400) promises unlimited champagne and upgraded lounge seating; …

De la Fuente Names Yamal In Squad Despite Flick’s Objections

De la Fuente Names Yamal In Squad Despite Flick’s Objections

October 3, 2025 10:40 am

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has included Lamine Yamal in his squad for upcoming World Cup qualifiers, rejecting Barcelona manager Hansi Flick’s concerns over the young winger’s fitness. The decision comes amid heated public debate regarding Yamal’s condition after returning from international duty with a groin issue. 

Yamal, 18, had missed several games for Barcelona, including matches against Valencia, Newcastle United, and Real Oviedo, following his return from Spain duty. Flick had expressed frustration with how Spain handled the player, alleging that Yamal played through pain, used painkillers, and lacked rest between games.

Despite these concerns, de la …

Conceição Reaches Verbal Deal To Become Al Ittihad Coach

Conceição Reaches Verbal Deal To Become Al Ittihad Coach

October 3, 2025 10:33 am

Al Ittihad Club appear to have landed on a new head coach. According to multiple reports, Portuguese tactician Sérgio Conceição has reached a verbal agreement to succeed Laurent Blanc at the Saudi Pro League giants. Final details—including contract length and remuneration—are still being ironed out. 

Blanc was dismissed after a disappointing start to the 2025-26 season, which included losses in domestic and continental competitions, including a 2-0 defeat to rivals Al Nassr. Al Ittihad’s board has since been exploring high-profile replacements, among whom Conceição and ex-Barcelona boss Xavi Hernández have featured prominently.

If completed, Conceição is expected to sign a …

Alisson Likely Out Until Late November After Injury

Alisson Likely Out Until Late November After Injury

October 3, 2025 10:24 am

Liverpool have been dealt a major blow after their first‐choice goalkeeper Alisson Becker sustained a hamstring injury in their Champions League defeat to Galatasaray—one that is expected to sideline him until late November, according to multiple reports including The Athletic. 

The Brazil international was forced off in the 56th minute after chasing back to thwart a threat from Victor Osimhen, visibly struggling in the process. Manager Arne Slot later confirmed that Alisson would miss Liverpool’s upcoming match against Chelsea and suggested that he anticipates a return only after the November international break.

Internal assessments point to a recovery timeline of …

Fabio Cannavaro Reaches Verbal Deal To Lead Uzbekistan

Fabio Cannavaro Reaches Verbal Deal To Lead Uzbekistan

October 3, 2025 10:09 am

Fabio Cannavaro, the 2006 World Cup-winner and Ballon d’Or holder, has reportedly come to a verbal agreement to become the new head coach of the Uzbekistan national football team, according to sources. The deal, aimed at leading Uzbekistan into their first World Cup finals in 2026, is expected to be finalized with formal documents in the next 24 to 48 hours. 

The Uzbekistan Football Association (UFA) has already made a formal offer, and both parties have agreed on the key terms of contract, giving strong credence to the reports. While the current national team boss, Timur Kapadze, led the squad …

Valencia Sues Netflix Over “Baila, Vini” Subtitles Dispute

Valencia Sues Netflix Over “Baila, Vini” Subtitles Dispute

October 1, 2025 10:01 am

Valencia CF has officially filed a lawsuit against Netflix and production company Conspiração Filmes over allegedly inaccurate subtitles in the documentary “Baila, Vini”, claiming the misrepresentation damages its honour and the reputation of its supporters.

The legal move follows public demands for correction after the club asserts the documentary wrongly shows Valencia fans chanting “mono, mono” (Spanish for “monkey, monkey”) directed at Vinícius Jr., instead of the actual chant “tonto, tonto” (“stupid, stupid”) heard in the stadium.

The controversy centers on footage from a match at Valencia’s Mestalla Stadium on 21 May 2023, where Vinícius Jr. was subject to abuse …

Why Barcelona’s Bid For Nico Williams Ultimately Failed

Why Barcelona’s Bid For Nico Williams Ultimately Failed

October 1, 2025 9:47 am

Barcelona’s much-rumoured pursuit of Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao came to nothing this summer—and sporting director Deco has now clarified exactly why negotiations broke down, painting a picture both of high expectations and unresolved demands. 

Deco has repeatedly said that Barça were interested in Williams, but that the deal hinged on conditions meeting the club’s standards. One of the sticking points was a request from Williams’ camp for an exit clause: specifically, a guarantee that if Barcelona failed to register him by a certain deadline (Allegedly around the start of La Liga on August 20), the clause would allow him …

Rodri And Cherki Return To City Training As Hopes Rise

Rodri And Cherki Return To City Training As Hopes Rise

October 1, 2025 9:36 am

Manchester City have welcomed a boost ahead of their upcoming fixtures, with Rodri and Rayan Cherki both returning to first-team training this week. The pair’s comeback offers renewed optimism at a critical juncture in City’s campaign, where injuries and rotation have tested squad depth. 

For Rodri, the return to training marks a steady step in his rehabilitation after a long layoff. The Spain international has battled knee issues and a previous ACL injury, which kept him sidelined for much of last season. His presence in training signals that he is closing in on full fitness, though City are likely to …

Napoli Issues Warning After De Bruyne Substitution Outburst

Napoli Issues Warning After De Bruyne Substitution Outburst

September 30, 2025 5:25 pm

Tension simmered behind the scenes at Napoli this week after Kevin De Bruyne openly displayed frustration upon being substituted during their recent trip to San Siro. The Belgian’s reaction triggered a group meeting involving sporting director Lele Oriali and manager Antonio Conte, who made it clear to the entire squad that public dissent would no longer be tolerated.

Though De Bruyne himself escaped a fine, the message was unambiguous: protests toward decisions from the touchline will draw disciplinary consequences. According to reports from Italian outlets, Conte addressed his players as a unit, warning that such conduct would be tolerated only …

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