Mikel Merino and Jurrien Timber Ruled Out for Arsenal’s West Ham Trip

about 2 months ago

Mikel Merino and Jurrien Timber Ruled Out for Arsenal’s West Ham Trip

Arteta confirmed everyone involved in Arsenal’s Champions League semifinal win over Atletico Madrid is available for Sunday’s London derby against West Ham. Though Merino and Timber remain out, with Arteta saying there is “no chance for the weekend” and “still a fair bit to do.” He added Timber’s longer-than-expected recovery has been difficult to manage.

By Tanish Chachra

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Federico Valverde’s Wife Mina Bonino Slams Online Abuse

about 1 month ago

Federico Valverde’s Wife Mina Bonino Slams Online Abuse

Bonino hit back at online abuse after Valverde’s Madrid controversy, saying she is “sick” of people attacking her with “total impunity.” She denied false claims about selling photos on OnlyFans and said dragging a six-month pregnant footballer’s wife into personal hatred “has consequences.” Bonino added she is “exhausted” and warned, “There has to be a limit.”

By Tanish Chachra

José Mourinho Briefed on Federico Valverde-Aurélien Tchouaméni Crisis

about 1 month ago

José Mourinho Briefed on Federico Valverde-Aurélien Tchouaméni Crisis

Mourinho was reportedly informed from inside Madrid about the Valverde-Tchouaméni clash that left Valverde hospitalized and both players facing historic suspensions. AS says the briefing fuels talk of a Bernabéu return, with Madrid viewing Mourinho as a coach capable of restoring order to a fractured dressing room after repeated tensions under Alvaro Arbeloa this season.

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Arsenal Plan Manchester United Raid for Marcus Rashford

about 1 month ago

Arsenal Plan Manchester United Raid for Marcus Rashford

Arsenal have identified Rashford as the ideal replacement for Martinelli after the winger and Trossard struggled with consistency all season. "Arsenal are keeping tabs on Rashford’s situation, with his long-term future appearing increasingly uncertain at both Manchester United and Barcelona," per Wheeler. The 28-year-old has 13 goals and 14 assists in 46 games on loan at Barcelona.

By Nischay Rathore

Toni Kroos Takes Shot at Real Madrid’s Star Culture, Praises Ousmane Dembélé and PSG

about 1 month ago

Toni Kroos Takes Shot at Real Madrid’s Star Culture, Praises Ousmane Dembélé and PSG

Kroos praised Dembélé's reaction to being substituted during the second leg against Bayern Munich. “Enrique brings out the best player in the world at 65 minutes, and he high-fives him, and then he encourages his teammates from the bench." Kroos hinted that this lack of arrogance and respect for the manager was a counterexample to clubs like Real Madrid.

By Ankit Sharma

FIFA Adds Special World Cup Badge for First-Time Players

about 1 month ago

FIFA Adds Special World Cup Badge for First-Time Players

FIFA will introduce a special “Debut” shirt badge for players appearing at their first World Cup, according to ESPN. The feature is designed to spotlight football’s next generation of stars, with names like Lamine Yamal among potential first-timers. The badge will mark debutants during the 2026 tournament and add a new visual storyline for fans.

By Nischay Rathore

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