Why Messi Trained Alone: Hamstring Recovery Update
Lionel Messi trained separately from the squad in Argentina's opening US practice as he recovers from a hamstring issue, raising questions about his fitness.
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Lionel Messi trained separately from the squad in Argentina's opening US practice as he recovers from a hamstring issue, raising questions about his fitness.
Liverpool are in formal talks with Andoni Iraola to replace sacked Arne Slot before the World Cup. The ex-Bournemouth boss is the clear frontrunner.
Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz has explained his decision to include Thomas Partey in the squad to face Wales on Tuesday, despite concerns over the midfielder.
Arsenal's early UCL final goal was 'lucky,' says Luis Enrique, who admitted it made PSG's 4-3 shootout win and back-to-back success the toughest challenge.
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti refuses to drop Neymar from World Cup plans despite a calf injury, gambling on the forward's fitness for the 2026 tournament.
A 0-0 friendly draw between Bosnia-Herzegovina and North Macedonia saw both sides fail to score, highlighting defensive solidity but lack of cutting edge.
Brenden Aaronson missed US World Cup training Friday to get married, sparking debate over national team priorities during a critical preparation stretch.
Ousmane Dembélé is fit for PSG's UCL final vs Arsenal on Saturday, and says winning team trophies means more than individual awards like the Ballon d'Or.
RB Leipzig demand offers exceeding €130 million for winger Yan Diomande this summer, with the German club holding firm on the massive valuation for the star.
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Chris Richards is on the bench for Crystal Palace in the UEFA Conference League final after failing a fitness test, leaving USMNT defender out of the lineup.
FC Bayern's nine-month loan of Nicolas Jackson proved expensive yet efficient; the Senegalese striker delivered despite not fitting Vincent Kompany's system.
Gregg Berhalter's dismissal as USMNT coach could clear the path for his son Sebastian to earn a national team call-up, the former manager revealed.
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Lionel Messi subbed off with hamstring fatigue in 73rd minute vs. Union; Inter Miami confirms. His availability now under question for upcoming matches.
Canada coach Jesse Marsch expresses confidence that Alphonso Davies will play in the World Cup, despite an injury likely ruling him out of the opening match.
Bruno Fernandes accuses Roy Keane of lying about his pursuit of the Premier League assists record, slamming the pundit's comments in a fiery press conference.
Burnley and Wolves, already relegated from the Premier League, played out a 1-1 draw at Turf Moor on the final day of a miserable campaign for both clubs.
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