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Erling Haaland praised Pep Guardiola in his farewell post as Manchester City manager, saying it was an honor to work under him for four years.Erling Haaland has waxed lyrical about the influence Pep Guardiola has had on his career (Image: Michael Regan – The FA, The FA via Getty Images)Erling Haaland has posted a tribute to outgoing Manchester City manager Josep Guardiola, claiming he “made greatness feel normal”.The Norwegian has played for the past four years under the Catalan manager, who has just completed a 10-year spell at the Etihad. This makes Guardiola the manager with whom Haaland has played…
Samir Nasri resigns from pundit role at Champions League final (Image: Getty Images)Former Arsenal midfielder Samir Nasri has resigned from his role as a pundit for the Champions League final after receiving abusive language from a PSG supporter. The Gunners are set to take on the French giants in Budapest on Saturday as they bid to win their first ever Champions League.Nasri, who played 125 games for the North London side between 2008 and 2011, was previously confirmed to be a pundit on French broadcaster Canal+. However, he was reportedly targeted by PSG fans during the semi-final against Bayern Munich,…
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Choose Neymar who is prone to injury Brazil’s inclusion in the World Cup squad seemed risky, but that proved just 10 days later on Thursday.Team doctor Rodrigo Lasmar said the 34-year-old forward suffered a calf injury and was unlikely to be fit for Brazil’s opening match against Morocco.”He is expected to be out for two to three weeks,” Lasmar told reporters.Brazil will play Morocco on June 13 in East Rutherford, New Jersey, starting a group that also includes Haiti and Scotland. “Neymar arrived in Gran Ja Comály (Wednesday) and after all the medical tests he…
England face the prospect of playing their World Cup warm-up matches in Tampa inside a less than half-full stadium as organizers struggle to unload tickets amid financial pressure on fans.May 27, 2026, 18:54Updated May 27, 2026 18:54England vs New Zealand World Cup warm-up match to be played in front of limited fansEngland could play their World Cup pre-game against New Zealand in front of 50,000 empty seats as organizers struggle to sell tickets for next week’s match.The Three Lions face New Zealand at Tampa’s 69,000-seat Raymond James Stadium on June 6, but the cost of the World Cup has led…
William Saliba was a key figure in Arsenal’s ‘step back, move forward’ strategy as they won their first league title in 22 years. Arsenal co-chairman Josh Kroenke has revealed how the club decided to chart a new direction almost immediately after the 2019 Europa League final, when Arsenal lost to Chelsea and manager Unai Emery was sacked six months later.This was a real low point for the club, but Kroenke recalled a pivotal interaction with former Arsenal defender and academy director Mertesacker that set the club on a completely different trajectory.Kroenke said: “It’s funny to remember this. I had a…
GIRONA, Spain (AP) — The coach who led Girona to an unheralded championship. Surprise challenge for Spanish title in 2024 And his Champions League debut left the club on Thursday. demoted from the top tier.Michel Sanchez: “I will not continue to play for Girona” The Catalan club said in a statement. Thursday, just days after the team drew 1-1 at home with Elche, which would have secured them a spot in La Liga if they won.Sanchez was praised for having “always maintained a humane, approachable and respectful attitude towards members, fans, management and all staff at the club”.Dutch media reported…
Gabriel Jesus has only played a limited role at Arsenal recently, but his current contract is nearing the end and he will make a decision after lifting the Premier League trophy.Gabriel Jesus wants to stay at Arsenal (Image: Michael Regan/Getty Images)Gabriel Jesus is determined to stay at Arsenal and fulfill his contract.The Arsenal striker, who has just one year left on his contract, is attracting significant interest, with clubs in Italy and Spain issuing warnings. Jesus’ contract situation has also alarmed clubs in his native Brazil, as the 29-year-old has limited playing opportunities this season.However, Jesus, who first joined Manchester…
Anthony Gordon will undergo a medical check in preparation for joining Barcelona. (Image: Getty)It’s not for nothing that he’s known as “Flash Gordon.” Because he can change a game in the blink of an eye, and he can disappear from a game just as quickly. That’s why Barcelona’s decision to spend a small fortune on Anthony Gordon has some people scratching their heads.Gordon is set to complete a £70m move to the Spanish giants. Time will tell if it is the right thing for all parties. But at first glance, the agreement seems to make sense to all involved. German…
Arsenal face French giants Paris Saint-Germain in Budapest on Saturday night, but it has now been revealed that one of their former star players will not serve as a commentator for the match, despite previously announcingNasri subjected to abuse during PSG’s Champions League semi-final match against Bayern Munich (Image: Getty Images)Former Arsenal star Samir Nasri has withdrawn from his role as commentator for the Champions League final after being abused by PSG fans. The Gunners are set to take on the French giants in Budapest on Saturday as they continue their quest for their first Champions League title.Nasri, who played…
Manager Josh Kroenke has declared securing Mikel Arteta to sign a new contract to be his top priority. Arsenal co-chairman Kroenke insists Arteta will continue to fully contribute to the club, with negotiations already underway for a new two-year extension to reward the Gunners manager after winning the title.The North Londoners could complete an extraordinary double as they prepare to face Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final in Budapest on Saturday. Arteta’s current £5m-a-year deal until 2027 promises a significant pay rise, but club bosses are determined to keep the Spaniard for a new era of dominance.”If there’s one…