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BIG PETE: Announcing my retirement brought huge relief to my family, Ryan Mason recalls
Flashscore · 52 minutes ago
Former England midfielder Ryan Mason looked back candidly at the difficult period following the serious head injury he suffered in January 2017 in the latest installment of the Big Pete series. In an interview with Petr Čech, he spoke not only about the challenging first weeks of his recovery, but also about meeting the legendary Czech goalkeeper and eventually coming to terms with the end of his professional playing career.
Flashscore sources: Man Utd set to unleash Baleba as they look to fix midfield problem
Dean Jones · one hour ago
Carlos Baleba is closing in on his Manchester United debut, with the club believing his arrival can help address one of the biggest problems to emerge from their season so far.
Struggling Parma appoint former Italy striker Gilardino to replace sacked Cuesta
AFP · one hour ago
Parma have appointed former Italy and AC Milan striker Alberto Gilardino to succeed the sacked Carlos Cuesta, as the club find themselves floundering in 15th position in Serie A.
Former Man Utd defender Smalling reportedly set to join Porto on free transfer
Mário Rui Ventur · 2 hours ago
Chris Smalling will join Porto on a free transfer after leaving Saudi Arabia's Al Fayha last season.
Carlos Queiroz says resignation is not the solution after Ghana defeat
Owuraku Ampofo · 3 hours ago
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz says he does not believe resigning from his position would solve the Black Stars’ problems after their shocking 4-2 defeat at home to The Gambia.
Ireland coach Hallgrimsson confirms that second match with Israel will go ahead
AFP · 3 hours ago
Ireland coach Heimir Hallgrimsson said on Wednesday that they will play their second Nations League match against Israel on Sunday after the first fixture was thrown into doubt by player concerns over the Gaza war.
'I feel angry': People in Manchester react to Man City's financial charges
AFP · 3 hours ago
On the streets of Manchester, people voiced shock and dismay at the scale of financial wrongdoing by Manchester City, with some calling for the football club to be relegated from the Premier League.
Real Madrid defender Asencio to undergo shin surgery, facing months out
Reuters · 4 hours ago
Real Madrid defender Raul Asencio will undergo surgery on a stress fracture in his right shin, the Spanish club said on Wednesday.
EXCLUSIVE: Stripping Man City of titles would be 'excessive', says former player Petrov
Stanimir Sapunar · 4 hours ago
Martin Petrov has seen Manchester City transform from a mid-table side into the dominant force in English football, but the former winger now faces watching his old club confront its biggest crisis in years. City have been found guilty of all 115 charges of breaching Financial Fair Play rules, and with an appeal on the horizon, talk of points deductions, relegation and stripped titles threatens to overshadow Enzo Maresca's perfect start of five straight wins.
'We will get through this together': Guardiola reacts to Manchester City's charges
Mário Rui Ventur · 4 hours ago
Pep Guardiola, the legendary coach who managed Manchester City for 10 seasons, reacted on Wednesday to the English club's ongoing scandal after they were found guilty of all charges of breaching Premier League financial rules on Tuesday.
Ghana pull out of Morocco friendly after AFCON qualifying defeats
Owuraku Ampofo · 4 hours ago
Ghana will no longer face Morocco in their scheduled international friendly on October 4th after the fixture was called off following the Black Stars’ disappointing start to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.
Klopp dealt another blow with Schlotterbeck out of Serbia clash due to injury
SID, Flashscore · 4 hours ago
Germany are targeting their first win under Jurgen Klopp against Serbia on Thursday, but they'll have to manage without the injured Nico Schlotterbeck.
Fallen French giants Bordeaux sold to US-based fund for one euro
Reuters · 5 hours ago
Bordeaux announced on Wednesday that US-based investment fund Park Bench had purchased the club for €1 ($1.14).
EXCLUSIVE: Udinese's Strategic Lead on fashion in football, sustainability and more
Fabio Russomando · 7 hours ago
Udinese's Strategic Lead, Magda Pozzo, spoke with Flashscore about a project born from a meeting between the Friulian club and a fashion school for the launch of their new third kit. From scouting young talent to sustainability, and including an assessment of the start to the season, Pozzo outlined Udinese's vision both on and off the pitch.
'Blame me': Friis takes responsibility for Finland's bore draw with Belarus
Anthony Tomas · 7 hours ago
The feelgood factor created by the 7-0 win over San Marino - just one goal short of equalling their biggest win of all time - was abruptly ended on Tuesday night (29th September) as Finland played out an uninspiring 0-0 draw with Belarus.
Raphinha leaves Brazil camp after injury scare in second Australia friendly
Reuters · 7 hours ago
Raphinha left the Brazil national team squad on Wednesday as a precaution due to swelling in his right thigh, the Brazilian Football Confederation said.
Talks between Ronaldo and Jesus reportedly ease tension in Portugal camp
Bruno Henriques · 8 hours ago
The tension that followed the win in Norway between Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal coach Jorge Jesus appears to be easing, with talks on Tuesday evening reportedly positive.
Ouahbi satisfied with Morocco’s perfect start after two qualifying wins from two
Dennis Mabuka · 9 hours ago
Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi maintained he was impressed with the performance of the national team after they secured their second victory in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Lesotho on Friday.
'He deserves that patience': Brazil boss Ancelotti defends Vinicius over form
Reuters · 9 hours ago
Despite enduring a torrid start to the season, Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr can still make a difference even when he is off his game and will return to his best form in time, Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said on Tuesday.
Tension between Ronaldo and Jesus prompts FPF president to travel to Copenhagen
Rodrigo Coimbra · 9 hours ago
Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) president Pedro Proenca travelled to Copenhagen on Tuesday, as tension and uncertainty continue to surround Cristiano Ronaldo and Jorge Jesus in the national team.
