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England manager Thomas Tuchel has insisted that Jude Bellingham is not guaranteed a place in the Three Lions’ starting lineup at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, stressing that competition for places within the squad has never been stronger. Bellingham has been one of England’s standout performers in recent years and played a vital role during the team’s Euro 2024 campaign. However, since Tuchel took over as head coach in January 2025, the Real Madrid midfielder has faced a more challenging battle for regular starts. The 22-year-old has started only a handful of matches under the German tactician, with injuries and…

Former Arsenal star Paul Merson has expressed disbelief over suggestions that the club could consider selling captain Martin Odegaard, describing the idea as “madness” despite reports linking the Norwegian midfielder with a possible exit. Odegaard has been one of Arsenal’s most influential players since arriving from Real Madrid and played a key role in the club’s recent success. The midfielder captained the Gunners to the Premier League title last season, becoming the first Arsenal skipper since Patrick Vieira to lift the trophy. Speaking on The Sports Agents, Merson admitted he had heard discussions about Arsenal potentially considering offers for the…

Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal has revealed that he genuinely believed he would win the 2025 Ballon d’Or before eventually finishing behind Paris Saint-Germain star Ousmane Dembélé in the final voting. The Spanish international enjoyed a remarkable year for both club and country, emerging as one of the most exciting young talents in world football. His performances led many fans and pundits to consider him a strong contender for football’s most prestigious individual prize. Reflecting on the award ceremony, Yamal admitted he was convinced the trophy would be his after an extraordinary campaign that saw him establish himself as a key…

Florentino Pérez has been officially re-elected as president of Real Madrid after defeating challenger Enrique Riquelme in the club’s presidential election held on Sunday. According to reports from Marca, Pérez secured a commanding victory with around 70% of the votes cast by the club’s socios, confirming his continued leadership at the Santiago Bernabéu. The result extends his long-standing influence at Real Madrid and sets the stage for another term in charge of one of the most successful football institutions in the world. Following the election outcome, attention has quickly shifted to expected summer moves and major decisions at the club.…

Pope Leo XIV shared a light-hearted moment with journalists on Friday when he jokingly revealed his football preference during a flight to Spain, saying he supports Real Madrid despite being the Pope for all football fans. The remark came during an informal conversation with more than 80 journalists travelling with the Pontiff on his Apostolic Journey to Spain, a week-long visit that includes stops in Madrid, Barcelona and the Canary Islands. During the exchange, one journalist asked the Pope whether he preferred Real Madrid or Barcelona, the two biggest clubs in Spanish football. The question drew smiles from those on…

The Nationwide League One (NLO) has imposed a two-year suspension on Green Beret FC following a violent attack on match officials after a league fixture in Katsina State. The disciplinary action comes after disturbing scenes marred the club’s match against Zamfara United at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium, where officials were allegedly assaulted shortly after the final whistle. Green Beret FC suffered a 2-0 defeat in the encounter, with Zamfara United scoring two late goals to secure victory. However, the result was overshadowed by incidents of violence that erupted after the match. Videos circulating on social media showed match officials running…

Spanish giants Barcelona have reportedly decided against making a move for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, despite being offered the opportunity to sign the prolific forward ahead of the summer transfer window. The Catalan club are currently focused on strengthening their attack but do not view Osimhen as the ideal candidate to lead their long-term plans. Instead, Barcelona’s priority remains securing the signature of Atletico Madrid forward Julián Álvarez, who is believed to be at the top of their transfer shortlist. Reports from Spain suggest that representatives acting on behalf of Osimhen recently sounded out Barcelona over a potential transfer. However,…

AC Milan star Rafael Leão has fuelled speculation over his future after admitting he is open to leaving Serie A in search of a new challenge. The Portuguese winger, who has been one of Milan’s standout performers in recent seasons, suggested that a move to either the Premier League or La Liga would appeal to him as he considers the next step in his career. Leão’s comments come at a time when uncertainty continues to surround his future at AC Milan, with reports indicating that the Italian giants could be willing to listen to offers for the forward during the…

Spain and Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal has been named the most valuable footballer in the world ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to the latest figures released by the CIES Football Observatory. The 18-year-old winger sits comfortably at the top of the rankings with an estimated market value of €358 million, underlining his rapid rise as one of football’s brightest stars. His exceptional performances for both club and country have seen him emerge as one of the leading faces of the next generation. In second place is Erling Haaland, whose valuation stands at €227 million. The Manchester City…

Super Falcons midfielder Toni Payne has expressed her joy after finally scoring her first goal for Nigeria in the team’s hard-fought 2-1 victory over Senegal in an international friendly. The Everton star found the back of the net during Friday night’s encounter at the Remo Stars Sports Complex in Ikenne, helping the nine-time African champions secure a morale-boosting win. Nigeria took the lead in the 32nd minute when captain Asisat Oshoala calmly converted a penalty to put the hosts ahead. Payne then doubled the advantage moments before halftime, finishing brilliantly to give the Super Falcons a comfortable cushion going into…