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• Reverse Wrexham: Carlisle's US dream goes sour

  24-04-2025 09:51 via bbc.com
  
  Between them Paul Simpson, Mike Williamson and Mark Hughes have signed 26 players and used 42 in League Two this season [Rex Features]A club with a passionate fanbase and a strong foothold in its local community with definite opportunity for growth.Carlisle United share many similarities with Wrexham and were an attractive proposition for the Florida-based Piatak family to take over the club in November 2023.After relegation from League One 12 months ago, the expectation was to challenge for an
  
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• Manchester City’s Jeremy Doku on Confidence, Culture, and Competition

  16-05-2025 18:39 via nbcsports.com
  
  LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 27: Jeremy Doku of Manchester City in action during the Emirates FA Cup Semi Final match between Nottingham Forest and Manchester City at Wembley Stadium on April 27, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Ed Sykes/Sportsphoto/Allstar via Getty Images)Getty ImagesBefore Manchester City winger Jeremy Doku was speeding past defenders with flair and finesse — earning high praise from Pep Guardiola — he was just a fan of the game. His love for football was nurtured in
  
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• Mohamed Salah hits out at ‘harsh’ Anfield reception for Trent Alexander-Arnold

  16-05-2025 18:24 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Trent Alexander-Arnold and Mohamed Salah celebrate a goal against Tottenham.Photograph: Phil Noble/ReutersMohamed Salah has criticised the “harsh” reception that Trent Alexander-Arnold received at Anfield last Sunday and called for Liverpool fans to give the departing defender the sendoff 20 years of service deserves.Salah admitted he was surprised and saddened by the boos that Alexander-Arnold received from a large section of the Liverpool crowd before, during and after his substitu
  
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• Title race, relegation battle & cash chase: unmissable clashes this weekend

  16-05-2025 18:22 via onefootball.com
  Title race, relegation battle & cash chase: unmissable clashes this weekendThis article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇩🇪 here.May is the month of decisions in football. Several of these are coming up this weekend. To ensure you don't miss any important showdowns, here's a compact overview for you.Friday, May 16While the First and Second Bundesliga are still at rest, things are really heating up in England today. T
  
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• LAFC and Club America vying for final Club World Cup spot as Fifa announce decisive play-off

  16-05-2025 18:21 via independent.co.uk
  
  Fifa will stage a one-time play-off between MLS side LAFC and Mexican outfit Club America to decide who takes the final spot in this summer’s Club World Cup.The winner of the play-off will replace Club Leon in the competition, who were deemed ineligible to compete and axed after failing to comply with regulations regarding multi-club ownership.The play-off will take place on May 31 at BMO Stadium, the home of LAFC.LAFC were beaten by Leon in the 2023 Concacaf Champions League final, the to
  
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• Milne aims to kick on after 'frustrating' lack of action

  16-05-2025 18:19 via bbc.com
  
  Harry Milne hopes to put a "frustrating" start to his Hearts career behind him and show he can become a regular next season.The 28-year-old, a January signing from Partick Thistle, made just his second Hearts appearance in the midweek win over St Johnstone when regular left-back James Penrice was rested.Milne, hoping for another outing when Hearts end the season away to Kilmarnock on Sunday, said: "I'm was happy to get the game, especially here at Tynecastle, before summer so there's not as much
  
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• Your Guardian Sport weekend: FA Cup finals, F1 and US PGA Championship golf

  16-05-2025 18:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Lucy Bronze of Chelsea scores against Manchester United, Oscar Piastri takes a corner during practice at Emilia-Romagna, and Rory McIlroy settles over a shot at Quail Hollow.Composite: Guardian Picture Desk; PA Images; AP; Getty ImagesSaturday8am (all times BST)Matchday liveFootballJoin Luke McLaughlin and Tom Bassam for our special FA Cup final live blog covering all the buildup to the afternoon’s big game as Manchester City take on Crystal Palace at Wembley. Ready to field your final-rel
  
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• Thelin on judging the season, Milanovic & finishing on a high

  16-05-2025 18:13 via bbc.com
  
  Aberdeen manager Jimmy Thelin has been talking to the media before his side finish their Scottish Premiership campaign against Dundee United on Saturday.Here are the key points from his news conference:Thelin stressed the need to "zoom out" and view Aberdeen's season as a whole despite a poor run of results. He says to reach the Scottish Cup final and have an opportunity to finish fourth in the league is "overall a good performance".The Swedish manager pointed out Aberdeen are only one year into
  
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• 'Did you see me this week on social media?' - Slot

  16-05-2025 18:13 via bbc.com
  
  [Getty Images]It might be easier said than done but Liverpool boss Arne Slot says "now it's time to draw a line under" the situation surrounding Trent Alexander-Arnold.Alexander-Arnold was booed by sections of the Anfield crowd when he came on as a substitute against Arsenal last Sunday in his first outing after announcing he would be leaving the club at the end of his contract this summer.The 26-year-old, who is expected to join Real Madrid, was also booed when he touched the ball, although the
  
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• Stevenage release midfielder Forster-Caskey

  16-05-2025 18:12 via bbc.com
  
  Jake Forster-Caskey moved to Stevenage in January 2023 and made 58 appearances in total [Getty Images]Stevenage have released Jake Forster-Caskey following the expiry of the midfielder's contract.The 31-year-old moved to the Lamex Stadium from Charlton Athletic in January 2023, and he headlines a list of four first-team players who will the leave the League One club.Forward Kyle Edwards, defender Kane Smith and midfielder David Hicks also depart.Nick Freeman and Elliott List remain in negotiatio
  
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• Trio vie for 'defining moment' in quest for Europe

  16-05-2025 18:11 via bbc.com
  
  Mention Europe when the sun is out at this time of year and most people's thoughts turn to Greek or Spanish beaches.But, for Aberdeen, Dundee United and St Mirren, Saturday's final round of Scottish Premiership fixtures bring the prospect of continental work opportunities next season.Either United or the Buddies will miss out altogether and, while the Dons are assured of some kind of European football, Saturday's results - together with the Scottish Cup final - will decide whether it is in the E
  
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• Potter looks forward with Soucek

  16-05-2025 18:09 via bbc.com
  
  [PA Media]West Ham United head coach Graham Potter is confident that midfielder Tomas Soucek will still be a Hammer next season. The 30-year-old is contracted with the club until June 2027 and Potter is more than happy to continue the West Ham project with him, despite Soucek being linked with moves to the likes of Everton and Leeds."He's been a fantastic signing for the club, first and foremost, to deliver what he has delivered over a period of time," he said."He's a top professional, he has be
  
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• Cowie on County 'clarity', controversial penalty & 'back to his best' Hale

  16-05-2025 18:08 via bbc.com
  
  Don Cowie has been speaking to the media before the final-day game with Motherwell as Ross County attempt to avoid finishing in the relegation play-off spot.Here are the main points:The County manager says Wednesday night's draw against Dundee has given his side "real clarity" and is pleased they sill have something to play for heading into the final league game. Cowie adds the manner of the draw on Wednesday - scoring late on to end a run of seven straight defeats - has given the County players
  
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• NWSL acknowledges Angel City-Utah match should have been stopped after Savy King collapsed on field

  16-05-2025 18:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  One week after Savy King collapsed during an NWSL contest between Angel City FC and the Utah Royals, the league is acknowledging that the match should not have continued after the incident. "Having reviewed our protocols and how they were implemented, and in listening to feedback from our stakeholders, the Angel City vs Utah game last Friday night should not have continued," an NWSL spokesperson said to The Athletic. “The health and well being of the entire NWSL community remains our
  
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• GFFN Awards | Ligue 1 Team of the Year: The Winners

  16-05-2025 18:04 via getfootballnewsfrance.com
  GFFN Awards | Ligue 1 Team of the Year: The WinnersParis Saint-Germain have dominated Ligue 1 this season, wrapping up the title in early April and being in cruise control for much of 2025. Their dominance, naturally, is reflected in this year’s Get French Football News Ligue 1 Team of the Season, which includes eight PSG players. To select the TOTS, your votes over the course of the past fortnight have been weighted 50/50 with the GFFN team’s picks, with the
  
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• Turkey, Poland & Iran Stars To Start Inter Milan Vs Lazio Serie A Showdown

  16-05-2025 18:03 via sempreinter.com
  Turkey, Poland & Iran Stars To Start Inter Milan Vs Lazio Serie A ShowdownHakan Calhanoglu, Piotr Zielinski, and Mehdi Taremi will start for Inter Milan in Sunday evening’s Serie A match against Lazio.This according to Italian broadcaster Sky Sport Italia, via FCInterNews.Inter Milan take on Lazio in Serie A this weekend.The Nerazzurri host the Biancocelesti on Sunday evening in a match that will be hugely important for both team’s ambitions.Inter are hoping that Napoli slip up a
  
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• Winning physical battles key for Chelsea in FA Cup final says Rytting Kaneryd

  16-05-2025 18:02 via fawslfulltime.co.uk
  
  Winning physical battles key for Chelsea in FA Cup final says Rytting KanerydChelsea midfielder Johanna Rytting Kaneryd says that winning the physical battles will be key in this weekend’s Adobe Women’s FA Cup final against Manchester United.The Blues contest the showpiece with The Red Devils at Wembley Stadium on Sunday afternoon.Chelsea have won both of the league meetings by a single goal and midfielder Rytting Kaneryd says that winning the physical battles will be key to the Sout
  
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• LAFC and Club América to clash on May 31 for final FIFA Club World Cup spot

  16-05-2025 18:01 via onefootball.com
  
  LAFC and Club América to clash on May 31 for final FIFA Club World Cup spotWatch every game of the FIFA Club World Cup live on DAZN.com from 14 June – 13 JulyThe final club to qualify for the highly anticipated FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ will be decided on Saturday, May 31, when Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) and Mexican giants Club América face off in a high-stakes play-in match at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, California. Kickoff is set for 7:30 PM local time
  
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• Liverpool told to sign BARGAIN playmaker instead of Florian Wirtz

  16-05-2025 18:00 via anfieldwatch.co.uk
  
  Liverpool told to sign BARGAIN playmaker instead of Florian WirtzLiverpool may have a significant spending budget to utilise this summer but the number crunchers at the club's recruitment department might be eyeing up more cost-effective signings.As with every transfer window, finding the balance between getting value for money, and delivering everything the team needs from the available funds is particularly difficult.Bringing in a playmaker was not envisaged as a major piece of business, but i
  
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• Lewis Ferguson’s agent on the player’s role at Bologna: “Compared to Thiago Motta, he has a completely new role under Vincenzo Italiano”

  16-05-2025 17:58 via getfootballnewsitaly.com
  Lewis Ferguson’s agent on the player’s role at Bologna: “Compared to Thiago Motta, he has a completely new role under Vincenzo Italiano”Serie A side Bologna captain Lewis Ferguson’s agent Bill McMurdo reflected on his client’s new role under manager Vincenzo Italiano. Speaking to TMW after Ferguson guided Bologna to the Coppa Italia title, the player’s agent Bill McMurdo praised him on his adaptable nature and discovering a new role under Italiano.
  
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• Manchester City’s relationship with Bayer Leverkusen may be key in the Wirtz race

  16-05-2025 17:54 via esteemedkompany.com
  Manchester City’s relationship with Bayer Leverkusen may be key in the Wirtz raceThe hottest topic this week ahead of the summer transfer window has been the future of Bayer Leverkusen playmaker Florian Wirtz. It seems that there has been an update on Wirtz’s next destination that has emerged every day this week. From a Manchester City point of view, all they can do is wait for a decision from Florian Wirtz on what he intends to do this summer. But a new report from Fabrizio Romano i
  
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• 🗞️ The daily: PSG make attacking decision, new Chelsea kit unveiled

  16-05-2025 17:53 via onefootball.com
  
  🗞️ The daily: PSG make attacking decision, new Chelsea kit unveiledThis article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇫🇷 here.Here are the top stories you shouldn't miss on this Friday, May 16th!PSG has made a decision on Guirassy📸 DANIEL ROLAND - AFP or licensorsWhile German media announced this week that Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy was PSG's top priority for the summer transfer market, Foot Merca
  
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• OTD: Liverpool completed a cup treble in dramatic fashion 🏆

  16-05-2025 17:46 via onefootball.com
  
  OTD: Liverpool completed a cup treble in dramatic fashion 🏆Liverpool's love affair with Europe has seen them lift six Champions League/European Cups, as well as three UEFA Cups. On this day in 2001, in a near-prelude to Istanbul, they lifted the third of those trophies after the most dramatic of UEFA Cup finals. The Reds had enjoyed a resurgence under Gérard Houllier after a decade of decline, and a very talented side starring Michael Owen and Steven Gerrard among others
  
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• Barcelona president confirms key contract renewal after La Liga title triumph

  16-05-2025 17:41 via barcauniversal.com
  
  Barcelona president confirms key contract renewal after La Liga title triumphFC Barcelona are already looking to the future after securing the La Liga title with a 2-0 victory over Espanyol at the RCDE Stadium in a decisive Catalan derby on Thursday night.It has been a special season for the Blaugrana, considering that they went without any trophy last season to lifting three this term under new manager Hansi Flick.Since taking over the reins last year, the German tactician has breathed a new li
  
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• Mateo Kovacic reveals the “one thought” in Manchester City players’ minds ahead of the FA Cup Final

  16-05-2025 17:40 via cityxtra.co.uk
  Mateo Kovacic reveals the “one thought” in Manchester City players’ minds ahead of the FA Cup FinalKevin De Bruyne and a successful end to his Manchester City career is the only thought in the minds of Pep Guardiola’s players, according to Mateo Kovacic.The Manchester City squad travel to London on Friday afternoon ahead of their FA Cup Final showdown with fellow Premier League side Crystal Palace, hoping to bring back the iconic trophy to the Etihad Stadium for the secon
  
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• Di Marzio – Inter Milan Will Make At Least 4-5 Big Signings This Summer Transfer Window

  16-05-2025 17:37 via sempreinter.com
  Di Marzio – Inter Milan Will Make At Least 4-5 Big Signings This Summer Transfer WindowInter Milan will make at least 4-5 big signings this summer transfer window.This according to Sky Sport Italia transfer market expert Gianluca Di Marzio. He reported live on air, via FCInterNews, that the Nerazzurri are planning a summer of notable spending.Inter Milan are just a couple weeks away from the start of the summer transfer window.The Nerazzurri will have a ten-day window at the start of June.
  
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• 🎥 OTD: Alisson made history with a dramatic winner for Liverpool 💪

  16-05-2025 17:35 via onefootball.com
  
  🎥 OTD: Alisson made history with a dramatic winner for Liverpool 💪Alisson has become a certified Liverpool legend in his seven seasons with the club, and this day in 2021 is one of the many reasons why. It saw him both rescue the Reds' season and make a bit of club history. With the score locked at 1-1 in the dying moments at the Hawthorns, Liverpool's hopes of Champions League qualification appeared to be going up in smoke. Thankfully for them, their Brazilian goa
  
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• David Ornstein: Liverpool Defender ‘Expected’ to Leave the Club This Summer

  16-05-2025 17:33 via anfieldindex.com
  
  David Ornstein: Liverpool Defender ‘Expected’ to Leave the Club This SummerLiverpool’s Defensive Revolution: Quansah’s Uncertain Future Adds to Summer Shake-upIn what promises to be a turbulent transfer window for Liverpool, David Ornstein’s recent update on Sky Sports’ Back Pages has sparked widespread debate among fans and pundits alike. Speaking on the programme, the respected Athletic journalist offered revealing insights into the defensive overhaul expect
  
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• Preview: RB Leipzig vs Stuttgart

  16-05-2025 17:30 via getfootballnewsgermany.com
  Preview: RB Leipzig vs StuttgartThe final Bundesliga matchday of the season is approaching and RB Leipzig will be looking to make sure they don’t miss out on European football as they host Stuttgart at Red Bull Arena.Leipzig will be without European football next season if they lose against Stuttgart as they are currently in seventh place with 51 points following their 0-0 draw with Werder Bremen last week.There are things to improve on as Die Roten Bullen have kept one clean sheet in thei
  
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• Mikel Arteta addresses ‘rift’ rumours with Andrea Berta as Arsenal chase Sesko and Gyokeres

  16-05-2025 17:28 via independent.co.uk
  
  Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has dismissed speculation of a rift with the club's new sporting director, Andrea Berta, over summer transfer targets. Rumours circulating on social media suggested disagreements between Arteta and Berta, who replaced Edu in March, regarding the pursuit of a new striker. Arsenal are reportedly targeting RB Leipzig star Benjamin Sesko, Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres, and Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak.Arteta firmly denied any disagreements, and state
  
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