Granit Xhaka Forces Chelsea Move to Reunite with Xabi Alonso

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Granit Xhaka Forces Chelsea Move to Reunite with Xabi Alonso

Xhaka is pushing to join Chelsea and reunite with Xabi Alonso, with Fabrizio Romano reporting he is “accepting any contract condition” to make the move happen. Xhaka won the Bundesliga under Alonso at Leverkusen. Xhaka moved to Sunderland last season, where he recorded one goal and six assists in 34 games last season, helping Sunderland to qualify for Europa League.

By Tanish Chachra

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Cody Gakpo and Partner Mourn Loss of Unborn Son Elijah Raphael

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Cody Gakpo and Partner Mourn Loss of Unborn Son Elijah Raphael

Gakpo’s girlfriend announced on Instagram that their unborn son, Elijah Raphael Gakpo, died during pregnancy, sharing a photo and thanking supporters. She wrote that the couple went to church, lit a candle and later saw another child named Elijah at a playground afterward, calling it a sign from God. Gakpo had announced the pregnancy four weeks earlier.

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Cape Verde's Captain Ryan Mendes Accused of Assaulting Team Interpreter in New Zealand

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Cape Verde's Captain Ryan Mendes Accused of Assaulting Team Interpreter in New Zealand

GE reported Mendes is under investigation in New Zealand after a Brazilian interpreter accused him of assault and rape during Cape Verde’s March FIFA Series trip. The complaint alleges he entered her hotel room after she left a team gathering, while police and medical records include bruising photos. She said federation officials offered no support.

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Andrew Giuliani Says United States Could Bid for 2038 World Cup

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Andrew Giuliani Says United States Could Bid for 2038 World Cup

Giuliani said the U.S. could consider bidding for the 2038 World Cup as FIFA weighs expanding the tournament to 64 teams, possibly from 2030. "I think the United States can handle it," he said, while stressing officials want to "get through this World Cup" before making a formal pitch for 2038 or another future edition after hosting duties.

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England, Portugal, and Argentina Headline Last Day of World Cup Group Stage Games

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England, Portugal, and Argentina Headline Last Day of World Cup Group Stage Games

Group L starts at 5 p.m. ET with Croatia vs Ghana and Panama vs England. Group K follows at 7:30 p.m. ET as Colombia meet Portugal and DR Congo face Uzbekistan. Group J closes at 10 p.m. ET with Algeria vs Austria and Jordan vs Argentina, giving England, Portugal and Argentina headline slots across six World Cup fixtures tonight.

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Manchester United Refuse to Give Up on Mateus Fernandes

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Manchester United Refuse to Give Up on Mateus Fernandes

"ManUtd are determined to sign Mateus Fernandes and are not giving up despite strong competition from Tottenham etc," Florian Plettenberg reported. United have made the 21-year-old a priority target after his three goals and four assists in 36 Premier League games last season at West Ham. Reportedly, personal terms are not an issue. Negotiations are ongoing.

By Tanish Chachra

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