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The Guardian‘Hear the goals during the afterlife’: Barça fans get to inter ashes at club’s new memorial
Memorial FC Barcelona, part of upgrade to Camp Nou stadium, will consist of 26,000 niches where fans can deposit their ashes Lifelong suppo…
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ESPNWill MLS teams' regular-season momentum last the two weeks before the playoffs start?
The GuardianFootball Daily | Mauricio Pochettino readies his jungle outfit for another big adventure
ESPNWhy Cavan Sullivan is the perfect USMNT co-star for Christian Pulisic
The GuardianManchester United reach framework deal with Pochettino before settling Carrick’s fate
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Turkey-based Bates replaces Binks in Scotland squadDavid Bates has been called up to the Scotland squad as fellow defender Luis Binks drops out for the matches against North Macedonia and Sw…
Jude Bellingham reveals England support from David Beckham, Ian WrightJude Bellingham has spoken of the constant support he has received from former England internationals during his national team career.
Arsenal boss Renee Slegers: We will 'suffer' against BarcelonaArsenal boss Renee Slegers has said her side "will have to suffer" in their Women's Champions League meeting with Barcelona on Thursday.
Pochettino a decade in Man Utd's making - but Carrick deserves betterMauricio Pochettino looks set to turn a decade-long courtship with Manchester United into a full-blown relationship, says chief football wr…
Wayne Rooney joins 'I'm a Celebrity ...Get Me Out of Here!' line-upWayne Rooney is going into the jungle. The former Manchester United and England forward is part of the "I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here…
‘An eternal shame’: Bilic and Croatia aim to use 7-0 humbling as fuel against EnglandThe home humiliation last month has left a scar on Croatian football but their manager wants them to use it to positive effect in the Wembl…
Courtois on Mourinho: Madrid need a coach with his personalityThibaut Courtois said he is glad to be working again with José Mourinho, expressing the belief that Real Madrid "needed" a coach with his p…
Scotland without captain Weir for World Cup play-offScotland will be without Caroline Weir for the World Cup play-off final with Sweden following a setback in the influential midfielder's rec…
Man United near Mauricio Pochettino deal, Michael Carrick awaits verdict - sourcesManchester United head coach Michael Carrick is set to take training again on Wednesday as he waits for news on his future, with the club i…
Danny Kelly, football broadcaster and renowned editor, dies aged 69Danny Baker pays tribute to the ‘funniest man I knew’ Kelly was former editor of the NME and Q magazines The journalist and broadcaster Dan…
Transfer rumors, news: Man United add Brentford defender Nathan Collins to shortlistBrentford center back Nathan Collins has been added to Manchester United's list of defensive options. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Psychological uncertainty and tactics - assessing the issues at Man CityThe ongoing international break gives manager Enzo Maresca much-needed time to fix the growing issues in his Man City squad.
Arsenal's Martin Zubimendi denies wanting to leave amid Atlético Madrid linksMartín Zubimendi has denied he is considering leaving Arsenal in the January transfer window amid reported interest from Atlético Madrid.
Dirk Kuyt leaves Fenerbahce a week after defeating LiverpoolDirk Kuyt left Fenerbahce on Wednesday, one week after guiding the team as interim coach to beat his old club Liverpool in the Champions Le…
AFCON 2027 qualifiers - Nigeria face disaster, Benni v Pitso, Salah's fresh startAfrica Cup of Nations qualifying resumes this week, with potentially decisive double-headers awaiting several continental giants, including…
League One clubs aim for further curbs on spending as budgets continue to spiralWage bills in third tier have increased by 15% this season ‘Luxury tax’ and three-year limits on losses considered League One clubs want to…
Liverpool should have had penalty against Arsenal for Alexander Isak tug - panelLiverpool should have been awarded a penalty for the shirt-tug on Alexander Isak in their Premier League match against Arsenal earlier this…
How Harry Kane rose to win Ballon d'Or and became an England legendHarry Kane went from overlooked youngster to Ballon d'Or winner. Now he's about to become England's record appearance-holder -- and possibl…
Storm Charles wreaks havoc, UWCL game postponedExtreme weather caused by Storm Charles has resulted in a postponement of a Women's Champions League match.
Pochettino ready to accept Man Utd offer to replace CarrickMauricio Pochettino is ready to accept an offer from Manchester United to become their next head coach.
Harry Kane not 'better' but has more self-belief - Gareth SouthgateFormer England manager Sir Gareth Southgate has said Harry Kane has not necessarily become a better player in the last two years but has mo…
Shirt pull on Isak should have been penalty - panelLiverpool should have been awarded a penalty against Arsenal for Jurrien Timber's shirt pull on Alexander Isak, says a Premier League panel.
Wayne Rooney leads I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! line-upThe football star will be joined by Gavin and Stacey star Joanna Page and YouTuber Sharky among others.
Pochettino’s Manchester United interest is as natural as it is disruptive to the USThe former Tottenham manager is always going to be a subject of interest, but United’s job carries a rare power As Mauricio Pochettino left…
Robinson unfazed by Pochettino departure talkDefender Antonee Robinson says speculation over USA manager Mauricio Pochettino's future has not affected the team's preparations for their…