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Koby Mainu told not to follow manager Thomas Tuchel (Image: Getty) This article contains affiliate links and we receive a commission from any sales we generate from them. learn more Coby Mainoo was told by manager Nicky Butt to defy manager Thomas Tuchel by sitting out England’s World Cup third place match against France. The Manchester United midfielder has yet to play a single minute in this competition, with Saturday’s clash against Didier Deschamps’ side being his last chance to make his debut in the competition.The 21-year-old finished the domestic season on a strong note after being reinstated into United’s…
LEIPZIG, Germany (AP) — Leipzig signs relegated French defender Maxime Esteve premier league We play Burnley on Friday.Esteve, 24, has signed a contract until 2031 and will wear the number 3 shirt, the Bundesliga club announced.Kicker reports that Leipzig are paying 25 million euros (approximately 2.85 billion yen) for the centre-back, with the amount potentially increasing with bonuses if conditions are met.”He has many of the qualities we were looking for in this position: height, athleticism, strong left foot, confidence in possession and the ability to aggressively come forward and defend,” Leipzig sporting director Marcel Schaefer said. “Maxim is forward-thinking…
The folly of giving the German a two-year contract extension ahead of the World Cup was exposed by England’s capitulation to ArgentinaThomas Tuchel made a huge mistake against Argentina in AtlantaFirst of all, Argentina doesn’t get credit for finding a way to reach the World Cup finals for the second year in a row. This idea that England somehow got the semi-final in Atlanta into their own hands is fanciful to say the least.Fifty-five minutes had passed when Anthony Gordon converted Morgan Rodgers’ cross. After an hour, Argentina had scored 10 goals in the tournament.It looks decidedly average for much…
Gary Neville responds to Cristian Romero (Image: Getty) This article contains affiliate links and we receive a commission from any sales we generate from them. learn more Gary Neville has hit back at Cristian Romero’s comments, reminding him he was part of the Tottenham Hotspur team that narrowly avoided relegation last season after conceding 65 goals. Neville’s reaction comes after the Argentine slammed the Manchester United legend, who described Romero and Lisandro Martinez as “the best and worst centre-halves in the world”, as a “fool” ahead of England’s semi-final with World Cup holders.Neville predicted England would score twice against Argentina,…
For news organizations, the World Cup is one of the most complex recurring stories on the planet. It’s not just about match results. It’s politics, economics, culture, human rights, celebrity, nationalism, and spectacle — all unfolding in real time, across dozens of countries, with audiences who care deeply.This year’s World Cup was spread over three countries and numerous time zones — and featured 40 more matches than the previous edition. It has showcased The Associated Press’ extensive photographer presence across North America and Mexico, with staff photographers covering many matches in their home cities.News agencies like AP operate as the…
Fans will have to dig deep to get a chance to attend the former Manchester United defender’s press conferenceJuly 16, 2026, 17:33Updated July 16, 2026 17:34Rio Ferdinand appears at FIFA World Cup final press conferenceWorld Cup fans will be charged £60 per person to attend a press conference featuring finalists Argentina and Spain, as well as Manchester United icon Rio Ferdinand. FIFA has teamed up with its commercial partner, global sports retailer Fanatics, to hold a fan festival at the Javits Center in New York City on Friday.Hundreds of fans will be able to attend a press conference at MetLife…
With the pain of England’s heart-wrenching World Cup exit still fresh in their minds, it’s difficult to look beyond Euro 2028. Despite being six minutes away from reaching the final, the Three Lions succumbed to the pressure and Argentina scored two late goals to seal a famous victory. Thomas Tuchel made a number of defensive changes which ended in disastrous results and were widely criticized.England ended up using a 5-4-1 formation with six defenders on the pitch as Argentina launched wave after wave of attacks. It was clear they were going to score and it was no surprise when Enzo…
PARIS (AP) — Goodbye, Didier. Bonjour Zidane?Didier Deschamps will be in charge of his final game for France on Saturday when Les Bleus take on England. world cup In Miami. The winner will take third place, a culminating prize brought on by a crushing defeat in the semi-finals. it is disappointing ending When many observers touted Deschamps’ reign, star-studded attack To win the World Cup again. The French Football Federation is widely expected to approve Zinedine Zidane as the new France national team coach in the coming days.Deschamps eraFrance won the World Cup under Deschamps. in 2018lost in a heart-breaking…
The following is the evaluation of England’s players at the World Cup.It was England’s third time to reach the semi-finals since winning the World Cup in 1966, and let’s not forget that they produced one of the most epic away games in Three Lions history, winning against co-hosts Mexico at the Estadio Azteca.There were several players who were outstanding throughout the seven important games. But there are probably players who could have done better.And, sadly, it reflects the tournament in England.Content cannot be displayed without consentEngland player ratingsjordan pickfordThe high point was Mexico, but this was no vintage Pickford. He…
LIVERPOOL, England (AP) – Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai agreed to a new five-year contract on Friday.Szoboszlai joined from Leipzig and has been playing for Liverpool since 2023. The Hungary captain still had two years left on his previous contract before signing an extension to keep him at Anfield until 2031.Szoboszlai, 25, helped Liverpool win the Premier League in 2025. During his three seasons with the club, he played in 147 games and scored 28 points.Last season, he shined in Liverpool’s underwhelming season, scoring 13 goals and providing 12 assists in 53 appearances. However, his team finished in fifth place, 25…