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Talks underway as Barcelona move to beat Real Madrid to signing of Rodri

Rodri is now wanted by Barcelona as well as Real Madrid this summer as he prepares to leave Manchester City.

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Who is the one legendary South African coach not to lift the MTN8 since 2008?

There have been 16 different coaches who have led their teams to glory in the MTN8 since the competition was first played in its current guise in 2008, and until recently, no tactician had managed the feat twice.

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Women's Champions League qualifying: Frankfurt score eight as Rangers beat Slavia Praha

The UEFA Women's Champions League second qualifying round began on Tuesday and Wednesday as the semi-finals for the 11 mini-tournaments took place.

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Lionel Messi scores brace for Inter Miami in Leagues Cup win over Atletico San Luis

Lionel Messi scored twice on Wednesday to become the Leagues Cup's record goalscorer as Inter Miami beat Atletico San Luis 4-2 at home in the 2026 edition's opening group matches.

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52,000 watch AC Milan and Inter draw Australian friendly 1-1

Frenchman Christopher Nkunku converted a late penalty as AC Milan drew 1-1 with rivals Inter Milan in a lacklustre pre-season derby on Wednesday in Perth.

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Nigeria decimate Egypt in eight-goal thriller to reach WAFCON quarters

Nigeria secured their place in the quarter-finals of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after producing a dominant 6-2 victory over Egypt in their final Group C fixture in Rabat.

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Malawi lose the derby against Zambia but qualify for a historic quarter-final at WAFCON

In their very first appearance at the Africa Cup of Nations, Malawi have therefore qualified for the quarter-finals despite… a 2-1 defeat in the derby against Zambia on the final day of the group stage. In a rather crazy turn of events, the Scorchers even finished top of Group C ahead of Nigeria, who recorded a resounding 6–2 victory over Egypt, thanks to their head-to-head record.

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Senior FIFA figures reaffirm 'full support' for Gianni Infantino in emergency meeting

FIFA said on Wednesday it had apologised to its member associations for mistakes made over its abandoned proposal to sell commercial rights linked to the World Cup, as the governing body's leadership reaffirmed its support for president Gianni Infantino after a crisis meeting ⁠in Morocco.

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Danish international midfielder Norgaard leaves Arsenal for Everton in two-year deal

Everton have completed the signing of Danish international Christian Norgaard from Arsenal for an undisclosed fee

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Canada's Prime Minister the latest to declare a loss of confidence in FIFA boss Infantino

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, whose country co-hosted the 2026 World Cup, joined Wednesday an international chorus of criticism of Gianni Infantino, saying he no longer had confidence in his ability to lead FIFA.

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Greenwood opens account as Fenerbahce claim dominant first-leg win vs Sturm Graz

Fenerbahce will take a significant advantage to Austria next week, following a 2-0 UEFA Champions League (UCL) third qualifying round first-leg success over Sturm Graz in Istanbul.

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Brilliant Bogere gives Aarhus crucial advantage before Baku Champions League return leg

A stunning double by James Bogere handed Aarhus Gymnastikforening a slender first-leg advantage, defeating Sabah FK 2-1 in their UEFA Champions League (UCL) third qualifying round clash at Cepheus Park.

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Why Tijjani Reijnders would be a great signing for Nottingham Forest this summer

With Nottingham Forest eventually securing their Premier League future in the latter stages of the season, after what was a tumultuous campaign in 2025/26, changes were always going to be afoot at the City Ground.

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Flashscore sources: Newcastle eyeing Nmecha & Palhinha in quest to replace Bruno Guimaraes

Newcastle have officially appointed Matthias Jaissle as their new head coach and their next task will be to recruit a new midfielder to replace the influential Bruno Guimaraes.

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Matthias Jaissle officially replaces Eddie Howe as Newcastle boss

Newcastle have named Matthias Jaissle as the club's new head coach following the departure of Eddie Howe.

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Fulham stepping up pursuit of Real Madrid wonderkid Thiago Pitarch, sources tell Flashscore

Fulham's summer rebuild under new head coach Alvaro Arbeloa continues, with sources confirming to Flashscore that the club's interest in Real Madrid midfielder Thiago Pitarch is concrete and genuine.

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Gianni Infantino reportedly offers World Cup final to Morocco in exchange for support

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has reportedly offered Morocco the hosting rights to the 2030 FIFA World Cup final in exchange for the football federation's support.

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Sonderjyske captain banned from training as FC Midtjylland transfer saga heats up

Captain of Sonderjyske, Magnus Jensen, has allegedly been banned from training with the first team as intensive transfer negotiations for his services continue between the Haderslev club and FC Midtjylland.

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Mudryk returns for Chelsea in friendly defeat to Juventus in Hong Kong

Mykhailo Mudryk played for Chelsea for the first time in nearly two years on Wednesday but was unable to stop his side falling to a 1-0 friendly defeat to Juventus in Hong Kong.

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Manchester United hire former Hearts coach Olid to lead women's team

Manchester United have appointed Eva Olid ⁠as coach of their women's team on a contract until June 2028, the Women's Super League ‌club said on Wednesday.