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LONDON (AP) — Morgan Rodgers could be the next England midfielder to move for more than $150 million. Aston Villa have accepted an offer of 117 million pounds ($157.4 million) from Premier League rivals Chelsea for Rodgers, the British Press Association reported on Saturday.That would be more than Manchester City’s fee Pay Nottingham Forest for Elliott Anderson It was a record amount for an English player.Penn State and other British media have reported that Rodgers will undergo a medical in London on Monday before signing a six-year contract at Stamford Bridge upon his return from the World Cup.Rodgers, 23, helped…

FIFA remains confident Sunday’s World Cup final between Spain and Argentina can go ahead as scheduledJuly 17, 2026, 18:17Updated July 18, 2026 18:09Gianni Infantino contacts White House over New York smog issueFIFA President Gianni Infantino is meeting with the White House in New York ahead of the World Cup final to discuss potential health risks from Canadian wildfire smog.Experts in the Big Apple have warned the public that breathing in air filled with smoke and toxins wafting in from Canada and the Great Lakes is comparable to smoking 10 cigarettes.Local weather forecasters say the smog should ease by Saturday, when…

However, The Athletic understands the west Londoners are set to sign him after Unai Emery’s side accepted a £117m bid. A medical is also reportedly scheduled for Monday, suggesting Chelsea are keen to finalize his contract. Furthermore, despite recent interest from Arsenal, Rodgers is said to have always wanted to move to Stamford Bridge.The news will no doubt be a blind eye for the reigning Premier League champions, who were thought to be in a favorable position to sign the Englishman. Mikel Arteta’s side recently agreed to sign Club Brugge ace Christos Tzoris, so Rodgers was expected to be next.Other…

Arsenal are set to complete the signing of Club Brugge winger Christos Tzoris, with Club Brugge’s head coach confirming the former Norwich player will return to England.July 17, 2026, 19:00Updated July 17, 2026 19:04Club Brugge manager Ivan Leko confirms Christos Tzoris will join ArsenalClub Brugge manager Ivan Leko has confirmed that Christos Tzoris is set to join Arsenal permanently.The Greek attacker, who was named Belgian Jupiler Pro League Player of the Year last season after a goal-packed season, was left out of Brugge’s squad for Friday’s pre-season friendly against Dutch side Heerenveen.Leko revealed that Tzoris has finalized a return to…

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Lionel Messi rarely loses. Spain will never lose.That’s the way things are these days, anyway. best players in soccer and Powerful soccer team It’s scheduled to crash on Sunday. world cup finals Perfect for the biggest stage in the sports world. Messi and Argentina will face Spain, who have been unbeaten in 37 games since the beginning of 2024.For Spain, this is a chance to win the World Cup for the second time after 2010, cementing their status as the undisputed dominant force at the moment. This is Argentina’s chance to win back-to-back Men’s World…

The World Cup third-place match has been struggling to sell out tickets, with FIFA having to slash prices to ensure they can sell England vs. France tickets.FIFA had to make a last-ditch effort to fill the third-place match (Image: (Photo by GSI/Icon Sport via Getty Images))FIFA is finding it difficult to ensure a full house for England’s match against France on Saturday night.As for the World Cup third-place match, both teams have hopes of reaching Sunday’s final, and the anticipation is overwhelming, and that is reflected in the demand for tickets.Around 7,000 tickets were still available at 10am UK time…

The Liberal Democratic Party is calling on the Football Association (FA) and UEFA to withdraw from FIFA following the controversial World Cup. English football’s governing body accused the world federation of “destroying the integrity of the beautiful game”.This year’s World Cup, hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada, has been mired in controversy, from interference from Donald Trump to strict immigration policies, exorbitant ticket prices, rule changes and officiating disputes. Fans from countries such as Haiti, Iran, Senegal and Ivory Coast were barred from entering the United States due to strict visa policies, while the Iranian team was subject…

Rodri wants Spain to be bold and courageous against Argentina in Sunday’s World Cup final at MetLife Stadium as La Roja look to add a second star to their apex00:25, July 18, 2026Updated July 18, 2026, 06:40Rodri is looking to add the World Cup to his growing trophy collectionSpain captain Rodri insists La Roja “need to be eager to win rather than afraid of losing” against Argentina.The comments, combined with doubts about Argentina’s ability to turn the tide with Wednesday’s dramatic semi-final victory in Atlanta, highlighted the differences in mentality between Spain and England.Manchester City midfielder Rodri told a press…

The 23-year-old was one of the stars of the tournament, scoring six goals for the Three Lions.05:34, July 17, 2026Updated July 17, 2026 09:45Jude Bellingham has shared a touching letter with a challenging message to England fans after the Three Lions’ heartbreaking defeat in the World Cup semi-finals.Thomas Tuchel’s side lost to Argentina on Wednesday night (July 15). England took the lead thanks to Anthony Gordon’s goal, but Argentina, inspired by Lionel Messi, conceded two late goals, ending their hopes of reaching the men’s final for the first time since 1966.Bellingham was one of the stars of the tournament, scoring…

The World Cup final will be held in New Jersey on Sunday at the scheduled 8pm kick-off time, despite concerns over “dangerous” conditions. European champions Spain will take on defending world champions Argentina at MetLife Stadium in a match that will forever go down as an action-packed instant classic.However, smoke from the Canadian wildfires had put the hosting of the World Cup final in doubt, with poor air quality potentially a problem for players, staff and fans. This week, air quality was rated “unhealthy for sensitive groups,” which NJ.gov defines as people with asthma, lung disease, and heart disease, as…