Jose Mourinho Defends Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal Against Style Criticism

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Jose Mourinho Defends Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal Against Style Criticism

Mourinho rejected criticism of Arsenal’s title-winning style, calling the idea “You can be great without winning... totally silly.” He said Arteta’s side would not win by trying to be “a second Man City,” adding, “You have to respect the winners.” He also defended Inter’s 2010 Barcelona display with 10 men as “one of the best-ever defensive performances.”

By Tanish Chachra

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Mexico, Brazil and Canada Set for Key World Cup Group Games

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Mexico, Brazil and Canada Set for Key World Cup Group Games

Group B opens with Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar and Switzerland vs Canada at 3 p.m. ET. Group C follows at 6 p.m. ET with Morocco vs Haiti and Scotland vs Brazil. Group A closes the slate at 9 p.m. ET as Czechia meet Mexico and South Africa face South Korea, shaping late group qualification paths tonight.

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Assim Madibo Stayed in Vancouver After Ismael Kone Injury

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Assim Madibo Stayed in Vancouver After Ismael Kone Injury

Madibo stayed in Vancouver to spend time with Kone after the Qatar midfielder’s challenge broke his leg. “He was very affected by his injury; he was never intentional,” Lopetegui said, calling it “a very clear accident” and wishing Kone “all the best.” The incident overshadowed Qatar’s World Cup trip afterward, but Lopetegui stressed Madibo had no intent.

By Tanish Chachra

Jose Mourinho Reflects on Shared Barcelona Roots With Pep Guardiola

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Jose Mourinho Reflects on Shared Barcelona Roots With Pep Guardiola

Mourinho recalled a Barcelona training photo with Guardiola and Enrique from his Bobby Robson assistant days. “Now we are all Champions League winners,” he said. He remembered Guardiola as “a very intelligent player” who read the game, while Luis Enrique was “a leader” and “a motivator,” but said they were just focused on giving their best at that time.

By Tanish Chachra

about 8 hours ago

"I Couldn't Care Less": Cristiano Ronaldo Snaps at Lionel Messi Question

Ronaldo scored twice in Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan, then shut down fresh Messi comparisons. “I couldn’t care less about others... Mbappe also scored,” he said, arguing more players deserve attention. The 41-year-old ended his major-tournament drought and became the first player to score in six World Cups as Portugal move toward a decisive Colombia group finale.

By Nischay Rathore

Carlo Ancelotti Confirms Endrick and Neymar's Availability Amid Fan Pressure

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Carlo Ancelotti Confirms Endrick and Neymar's Availability Amid Fan Pressure

“Endrick can play the next game, he has the ability,” Ancelotti said as Brazil weigh attacking options. He noted fans are pushing the teenager, but pointed to Neymar’s presence too: “Tomorrow we also have Neymar. Will they push Neymar or Endrick? I think both.” The comment keeps pressure on two headline forwards before Brazil’s next World Cup test.

By Nischay Rathore

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