4 h. ago Pep Guardiola confirms second Man City star's Club World Cup snub after Kevin De Bruyne decision

Manchester City are set to be without both Kyle Walker and Kevin De Bruyne at the Club World Cup, with manager Pep Guardiola delivering an update on Walker's involvement

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6 h. ago Pep Guardiola reveals Phil Foden’s status for Club World Cup after England omission

Foden was left out of Thoma Tuchel’s latest England squad as he battles an ankle injury, while he has also opened up about struggles with his mental health in recent weeks

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6 h. ago Pep Guardiola's salary jibe risks Man City vs England row this summer

Pep Guardiola has confirmed that England want two Manchester City players for the UEFA under-21 European Championships this summer which take place at the same time as the FIFA Club World Cup.

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7 h. ago Podcasts, ITV, Fox? Gary Lineker transfer speculation swirls after BBC exit

Outgoing Match of the Day host poised to embrace role of media disruptor during Club World Cup but may not suit move to a traditional BBC rivalIt is a scenario straight from the footballing world. A public falling out, leading to a star player becoming a free agent. From the moment Gary Lineker’s hastened departure from the BBC was announced this week, after he apologised for amplifying a social media post with antisemitic connotations, speculation began over his next move. In truth, however, the 64-year-old had already been thinking about his plans beyond the broadcaster.This week, industry insiders have been wondering whether the BBC’s highest-paid presenter could be the subject of an audacious bid by a rival or be sought after by an overseas network. But Lineker could be working closely with another broadcaster as soon as this summer. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago Thomas Tuchel rules out early England release for players going to Club World Cup

Tuchel has named his squad for a World Cup qualifier against Andorra and friendly with Senegal.

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8 h. ago Enzo Maresca slams Chelsea schedule ahead of hectic summer: 'It's not correct'

Chelsea face a busy summer with international duty before the Club World Cup

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10 h. ago Xabi Alonso poised for Real Madrid job after club confirm Carlo Ancelotti’s exit

Madrid president Pérez praises Ancelotti’s work Ancelotti already announced as new Brazil coachReal Madrid have finally announced that Carlo Ancelotti will not continue at the Santiago Bernabéu after the Brazilian Football Confederation announced him (CBF) as their new coach. He will be replaced by Xabi Alonso. The former Bayer Leverkusen manager, who publicly revealed that he would not be continuing in Germany last Friday, will formally begin on 1 June in time for the Club World Cup, while Ancelotti joins Brazil on 26 June, the day after the end of the Spanish league season.An agreement to bring Alonso to the Bernabéu was made after Madrid were defeated by Arsenal in the Champions League, although he had long been identified as the replacement for Ancelotti, who departs as the most successful coach in the club’s history having won 15 trophies, including three Champions Leagues, two league titles and two Copa del Reys over two spells in charge. Continue reading...

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10 h. ago Man City star Phil Foden left out of England squad after injury admission and off

Phil Foden said he needs to rest his injured ankle and was considering sitting out England's international fixtures next month, as well as potentially the FIFA Club World Cup with Manchester City.

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10 h. ago Man City star left out of England squad after making 'difficult' admission

Phil Foden said he needs to rest his injured ankle and was considering sitting out England's international fixtures next month, as well as potentially the FIFA Club World Cup with Manchester City.

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37 h. ago 5 England wildcards Thomas Tuchel can call up to combat Club World Cup chaos

England boss Thomas Tuchel has seen his preparations for England’s upcoming summer fixtures hugely hampered by the Club World Cup but there could be some surprise options available

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38 h. ago Brendan Rodgers stockpile of Celtic trophies blows club hero away but boss will see Scottish Cup Final like it's his first

Charlie Mulgrew finds it hard to believe the amount of trophies Rodgers has racked up but knows he treats every one like it's his first

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48 h. ago Phil Foden opens up on 'mental' struggles during the toughest season of his career as Man City star pleads for a 'few weeks off' ahead of England squad announcement

Phil Foden is seeking talks with England and Manchester City to devise a period of rest this summer after the toughest season of his career.

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51 h. ago Phil Foden may miss Club World Cup and upcoming England games to manage ankle injury

Foden has had a ‘frustrating’ season both on and off the pitch and hopes to come back ‘mentally right’ after this campaign

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54 h. ago Arsenal begin talks to wrap up summer transfer before FIFA Club World Cup

Arsenal midfielder Jorginho looks set to leave the club this summer having been linked with a move to Brazil and the Gunners are now in talks to finalise a deal

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3 d. ago Ange Postecoglou changes his trophy tune but Spurs glory may not save him

Coach no longer says consistency is barometer of progress as he aims to deliver Europa League high in season of lowsIt was never meant to be a “panacea”, as Ange Postecoglou would say; possibly because the ills at Tottenham are so numerous. Winning a cup would be fabulous, hugely welcome but, according to the manager, it would not – in isolation, at least – offer the prospect of sustained success. Which was the target when he came to the club in the summer of 2023.Remember Postecoglou’s attitude after he exited the Carabao Cup with a weakened team at Fulham in the early weeks of his tenure? “I’m here because I want to create a club that has the opportunity to win things on a yearly basis,” he said. “There’s a difference. Us winning a Carabao Cup and finishing 10th is not what I think this club is about.” Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Cristiano Ronaldo 'receives major offer' to quit Saudi football and play at Club World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo's third season at Al-Nassr has once again seen the Portuguese legend without a league title in Saudi Arabia as a move away from the Middle East could be on the cards

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5 d. ago Sonia Bompastor looks to Europe after Chelsea complete domestic treble

Side were humbled by Barcelona in Champions LeagueFA Cup secured with 3-0 win against Manchester UnitedDespite completing a treble of major trophies without losing a single domestic game in her first season managing in England, the Chelsea head coach, Sonia Bompastor, was still not fully satisfied as she set her sights on adding a first European title to Chelsea’s honours list.Bompastor’s team, who were 3-0 winners against Manchester United at Wembley to finish their 30-match domestic campaign unbeaten, were outclassed by Barcelona in the Women’s Champions League semi-finals in April. They celebrated the club’s sixth Women’s FA Cup in 10 years on Sunday, but Bompastor said: “We are super happy but we didn’t win the Champions League which was also one of our goals. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Kevin De Bruyne ‘probably won’t play’ for Manchester City at Club World Cup

Midfielder criticises Fifa for timing of competitionFinal home game on Tuesday is ‘going to be weird’Kevin De Bruyne has revealed he “probably won’t play” for Manchester City in this summer’s Club World Cup, with the Belgian critical of Fifa for staging the competition when contracts are still running.City’s decision not to offer De Bruyne fresh terms means Bournemouth’s visit to the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday and Sunday’s trip to Fulham on the final day of the Premier League season will be his final games for the club he joined 10 years ago. City play their three Club World Cup Group G games in June and De Bruyne’s deal finishes at the end of that month, so he could participate but has decided not to. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Kevin De Bruyne sets deadline for major decision on future after announcing Man City exit

Manchester City will bid farewell to Kevin De Bruyne this summer after 10 years at the Etihad, but the club are still hopeful the Belgian will feature for them at the Club World Cup in the United States before his exit

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7 d. ago LAFC and Club America vying for final Club World Cup spot as Fifa announce decisive play

There is a vacancy in this season’s Club World Cup after Club Leon were axed

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