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Sweden’s dream of playing in next year’s World Cup has been pushed to the brink after a crushing home defeat to Kosovo left Alexander Isak’s side on the brink of elimination. After losing to Switzerland last time out, they desperately needed a win to maintain their hopes of finishing in the top two. Kosovo had already defeated Sweden at last month’s international break and had the chance to extend their lead to six points with another win, which they did well.The result leaves Sweden in a precarious situation with just one point and needing two wins to maintain their slim…
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Barcelona forward Robert Lewandowski has returned from international break with a left hamstring injury and may miss next week’s Spanish league Clasico against Real Madrid.Barcelona announced on Tuesday that Lewandowski’s next match would depend on the speed of his recovery, but Spanish media reported that Lewandowski was unlikely to be ready for the match against Real Madrid on October 26.Barcelona are trailing Madrid by two points after eight matches.On Sunday, Lewandowski scored Poland’s second goal in a 2-0 win against Lithuania in the 2026 World Cup European Qualifier. The striker played the entire match. Lewandowski has…
There are no shortage of stories about Paul Gascoigne’s glamorous life, but one of the England legend’s most outlandish tales was published before he really burst onto the scene.08:34, October 13, 2025Updated October 13, 2025 18:40Paul Gascoigne and friend Jimmy ‘Fivebellys’ Gardiner find themselves in trouble(Image: PA)Paul Gascoigne has opened up about the hit-and-run incident he was behind the wheel of before rushing to the scene at Newcastle United. Gascoigne, 58, recently published a new book reflecting on the ups and downs of his life.Much of the story has already been told ahead of time, either in the press or…
Liverpool star Florian Wirths insisted his international break with Germany was a success despite being booed in the win over Northern Ireland. The playmaker has been given the chance to link up with his international team-mates after coming under intense scrutiny since his move to the Premier League. Wirtz has not found the back of the net or provided an assist for Liverpool since the Community Shield, sparking heated debate over his performance and place in the team.Jamie Carragher and Wayne Rooney have previously analyzed his performances, with the former Liverpool defender suggesting the Germany international should be relegated to…
Udine, Italy (AP) — There is a sniper on the roof of the Israeli team’s hotel in Udine, and the Italian city is on maximum alert ahead of Tuesday’s World Cup qualifiers.The air had been filled with the sound of helicopters monitoring the city for several hours earlier this morning. Italy vs Israel match Kick-off was scheduled to take place at the Stadio Friuli.Despite the breakthrough, the match fell into the highest risk category armistice agreement it stopped for 2 years war in gaza.The pro-Palestinian march is scheduled to begin in the city center a few hours before kick-off and…
aAll eyes are on Europe’s major football leagues, but the unexpected leader in the race for the Golden Boot in 2025-26 is Clemint Olsen, a 35-year-old striker who played for NSI Lunavik and scored 26 goals in 26 games. Olsen leads the standings as the Nordic League applies a lower coefficient (1.5 points per goal), but as they are more senior his numbers at this stage of the season look impressive.Behind him, the real battle is unfolding. Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane has started his second season in the Bundesliga with 18 goals in 10 games, while Kylian Mbappe, who has…
Marcus Rashford has been in brilliant form for Barcelona since the international break in September and the Catalan giants are said to be keen on signing him permanently.October 13, 2025, 09:15Updated October 13, 2025 10:03Man United star Marcus Rashford, currently on loan, could sign with FC Barcelona on a permanent basis.(Image: Associated Press)Barcelona’s move to sign Marcus Rashford from Manchester United on a permanent basis could become a foregone conclusion if he continues to impress. The 27-year-old arrived in Catalonia on a season-long loan deal in July after Red Devils manager Ruben Amorim made it clear the forward was not…
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland looks relaxed after being released from international duty early. The Norwegian warned of the possibility of being on the treatment table after being allowed to leave the Staare Solbakken squad.Haaland continued his form during World Cup qualifying, scoring a hat-trick in a 5-0 win over Israel, despite missing two spot-kicks during the match. However, the 25-year-old was among several players allowed to leave international duty ahead of the friendly against New Zealand and granted time off to return to the club.The Norwegian FA confirmed: “Sebastian Sevronsen is a member of the Norwegian national team and…
Bayern Munich defender Alphonso Davies, who suffered a serious knee injury, has updated his recovery status after seven months out.This process is more mentally difficult than physically. It’s hard not knowing how long you’ll be out and about whether you’ll be able to do certain thingsalfonso davisHarry Kane scores a touchdown with Ebere Eze during England trainingThe Canadian soccer player had renewed his contract with Bayern when he was linked with a move to Real Madrid before his injury, but he tore the cruciate ligament in his right knee while representing Canada against the United States in late March 2025.Alphonso…
Yves Bissouma was carried off on a stretcher on Sunday night, just minutes after coming on as a substitute for Mali in a World Cup qualifier against Madagascar.08:51, October 13, 2025Updated October 13, 2025 08:52Tottenham reportedly have injury concerns over Yves Bissouma, who was carried away on a stretcher during international duty. (Image: Yu Chun Christopher Wong/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images)Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Yves Bissouma was substituted with injury on Sunday night, shortly after making his first appearance of the season. The 29-year-old missed Spurs’ season opener with a knee problem.However, he regained sufficient fitness during this international break to earn…