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EXCLUSIVE: Tim Krul on Xavi's Netherlands, Newcastle's new era and life after football

Tim Krul will forever be remembered for one of the boldest substitutions in World Cup history, coming off the bench purely for a penalty shootout against Costa Rica in 2014. But the Dutch goalkeeper has a storied Premier League career behind him, during which he already made plans for his future after hanging up his gloves.

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EXCLUSIVE: Experts deny that Norway have overtaken Denmark before Nations League clash

In the lead-up to the Nations League clash on Thursday between Denmark and Norway, it has been argued that the balance of power within Scandinavian football has shifted, with Norway having surpassed Denmark and Sweden thanks to their impressive results during the FIFA World Cup and the UEFA Champions League. We spoke to two experts on the area to find out if the theory actually holds water.

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EXCLUSIVE: Negredo on Premier League regrets, Emery & Lim buying Valencia 'like a toy'

Alvaro Negredo was one of the most reliable Spanish strikers of his generation. The Vallecas-born forward came through at Real Madrid Castilla before making his name at Almeria and Sevilla, winning the Copa del Rey and earning a move to Manchester City, where he lifted the Premier League and League Cup. He was also part of the Spain squad that won EURO 2012, starting the semi-final against Portugal.

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EXCLUSIVE: Adebayor on Arsenal’s progress, Real Madrid’s struggles & Mourinho return

Emmanuel Adebayor knows what it means to play for a club with the expectation of winning everything.

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EXCLUSIVE: Mohammed Fuseini receives late Ghana call-up for AFCON qualifiers

Mohammed Fuseini has received a late call-up to the Ghana squad for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Ivory Coast and Gambia, as well as the international friendly against Morocco, Flashscore sources can confirm.

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EXCLUSIVE: Diego Lugano on PSG's early QSI days, Forlan's Uruguay and Luis Suarez

Just like a fine vintage that travels from the South American terroir to the demanding European cellars, Diego Lugano’s career has always been full of body, character, and sharp notes.

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EXCLUSIVE: Angel Miguel Merino on son Mikel's comeback, Arteta and Spain's World Cup win

Few people watched Mikel Merino's return from a long injury more closely than his father. Angel Miguel Merino, himself a former LaLiga midfielder with Osasuna and Celta Vigo, was in the stands as his son came off the bench to score decisive goals against Portugal and Belgium on the way to Spain's World Cup triumph.

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EXCLUSIVE: Irvine hails 'extraordinarily humble' teammate & former Man Utd star Kagawa

In this second part of an exclusive interview with Flashscore, Jackson Irvine speaks about the individual qualities which makes former Manchester United midfielder Shinji Kagawa so special.

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EXCLUSIVE: Danish prodigy faster than Mbappe dreams of signing for Barca or Liverpool

Silkeborg winger Lucas Riisgaard has experienced a meteoric fairy-tale rise to stardom in the Danish Superliga during the 2026/27 season, thanks to his amazing speed, which has been recorded as faster than Kylian Mbappe's. Flashscore has spoken to the Danish youngster, who is dreaming of joining Barcelona or Liverpool in the future.

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EXCLUSIVE: Morten Gamst Pedersen on time at Blackburn, Man Utd interest and Norway's rise

Nine years at Ewood Park and a set-piece delivery Mark Hughes once compared to David Beckham's. Morten Gamst Pedersen was a star at Blackburn and is one of the most fondly remembered Premier League players of that era.

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EXCLUSIVE: Brondby captain says 'it's a dream come true' after being called up by Scotland

Brondby captain Luis Binks told Flashscore that being named in the Scotland national team squad for the first time is a "dream come true" after coach Sebastien Pocognoli selected him on Tuesday for the upcoming Nations League matches against Slovenia, Switzerland, and North Macedonia.

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EXCLUSIVE: Hitzlsperger questions Klopp appointment, slams 'carnage' of transfer window

Thomas Hitzlsperger was 18 years old when he left his hometown club Bayern Munich and made the move to Aston Villa, followed by a loan spell at Chesterfield in the second tier. He was 25 when he scored a crucial equaliser in Stuttgart's final match of the season vs Energie Cottbus: had they lost, Schalke would have won the Bundesliga title. Instead, Stuttgart would prevail with a comeback win and secure their first championship in 15 years.

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EXCLUSIVE: Dunne on City's perfect start and Aston Villa's 'strange scenario'

Former Premier League defender Richard Dunne spoke to Flashscore about the refereeing crackdown on wrestling at corners, Manchester City's perfect start to life after Pep Guardiola, and why Unai Emery has earned the right to fix Aston Villa.

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EXCLUSIVE: Calls for Man Utd boss Carrick to be sacked are 'crazy', insists Owen

Former Manchester United striker Michael Owen has defended manager Michael Carrick following the loss to rivals Manchester City.

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EXCLUSIVE: Van der Wiel opens up on mental health, PSG and 'fresh air' for Dutch football

Gregory van der Wiel reached the pinnacle of European football with Ajax, Paris Saint-Germain, and the Netherlands, playing in a World Cup final at just 22. Yet, behind the trophies and a seemingly perfect lifestyle, he carried a silent burden. After retiring, the former Dutch full-back battled severe panic attacks and a profound loss of identity.

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EXCLUSIVE: Former Spurs goalkeeper Friedel backs club to overcome sluggish start

Former Tottenham goalkeeper Brad Friedel has spoken about the situation at the club as they continue to struggle after mass summer spending.

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EXCLUSIVE: Irvine backing ‘extremely ambitious’ Hurzeler to reach the very top

In an exclusive interview with Flashscore, Jackson Irvine gave a unique insight into Fabian Hurzeler’s incredible eye for detail and is backing the Brighton & Hove Albion head coach to reach the very top.

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EXCLUSIVE: Cole backs Rashford for successful Manchester United campaign

Manchester United legend Andy Cole has spoken on the club after a mixed start to the season under manager Michael Carrick.

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EXCLUSIVE: Heskey sets target for Isak & hopes new signing Barcola can make fast start

Liverpool legend Emile Heskey has spoken exclusively to Tribal Football on Alexander Isak and Bradley Barcola as they hope to light up Anfield this season.

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EXCLUSIVE: Sporting director Nevland on Viking's journey ahead of Champions League debut

Just under eight years after filing for bankruptcy, Norwegian football club Viking FK now find themselves ready to compete in the league phase of the Champions League after winning their first league championship in 34 years. Flashscore spoke with sporting director Erik Nevland, a former Manchester United player, about the significance of competing in club football's biggest competition.

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EXCLUSIVE: Ricardo Gareca on coaching Peru and the 'dream' of working at Independiente

A World Cup coach and a legend in Peru for taking the national team to its highest ever FIFA ranking, Ricardo Gareca spoke exclusively with Flashscore about his future and his perspective on Peruvian players.

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EXCLUSIVE: Frankfurt's Hayley Raso previews second leg of Champions League play-off vs PSG

After a 1-1 draw at home to PSG in the first leg, Frankfurt head into their Champions League play-off return clash with no fear. Drawing on her experience at Real Madrid and Manchester City, Australian forward Hayley Raso shared her thoughts ahead of this crucial match during a virtual press conference organised by UEFA, and had no doubt that Frankfurt has what it takes to pull off an upset in Paris.

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EXCLUSIVE: Rigobert Song on Anfield, the Foe tragedy, his stroke & Africa's next generation

Rigobert Song is not simply a former footballer: he is an authentic institution, a symbol revered in every corner of Africa, and an absolute legend of the Indomitable Lions.

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EXCLUSIVE: Forson Amankwah set to join Israeli side Hapoel Be’er Sheva on loan

Ghana midfielder Forson Amankwah is set to leave Norwich City on loan, with Israeli side Hapoel Be’er Sheva closing in on a one-year deal for the 23-year-old, Flashscore understands.