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latest football news:Lee Kang-in starts for PSG 1-0 Nantes

18Aug

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latest football news:Lee Kang-in starts for PSG 1-0 Nantes

Lee Kang In Lee Kang-in, the 24-year-old midfielder for Paris Saint-Germain, started in PSG’s 1-0 win over FC Nantes in the opening match of the 2025–26 Ligue 1 season. Lee was named in the starting lineup for PSG in their away match against FC Nantes held on Sunday at Stade de la Beaujoire in Nantes, France. He played as a midfielder in a 4-3-3 formation alongside Fabian Ruiz and Vitinha. Lee completed 57 of 62 passes for a 92 percent success rate, created three chances and recorded two shots, according to football statistics platform FotMob. He was substituted out in the 61st minute. The match featured a rare sight for Korean football fans: three Korean players on the pitch. Nantes midfielder Kwon Hyeok-kyu also started and played 79 minutes, notably clearing a cross from Lee in the 9t...

Atletico Madrid stunned by Espanyol in La Liga opener

18Aug

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Atletico Madrid stunned by Espanyol in La Liga opener

Pere Milla Espanyol staged a late comeback to grab a shock 2-1 win over Atletico Madrid as Diego Simeone's men made a disappointing start to their La Liga campaign. Pere Milla scored a late winner as Atletico stumbled to defeat in Barcelona despite leading through Julian Alvarez's brilliant goal. Atletico have been busy in the transfer market, with notable arrivals including Alex Baena, David Hancko, Johnny Cardoso and Giacomo Raspadori, in a bid to challenge Barcelona and Real Madrid for the title. Angel Correa, Rodrigo De Paul and Cesar Azpilicueta have all departed as part of the rebuild after Simeone's team finished third, 12 points behind champions Barca last term. Barcelona kicked off their title defence with a 3-0 win at Mallorca on Saturday, while Real Madrid host Osasuna on Tues...

17Aug

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Raphinha Spanish champions Barcelona opened their Liga campaign on Saturday with an island cruise as they played almost an hour against nine men on their way to a 3-0 victory in Mallorca. Barcelona's second-half stroll did not please coach Hansi Flick. "They're three important points, but I didn't like the match," he told broadcaster Movistar. "After going two goals up and following Mallorca's two red cards, I think the team only gave 50 percent and I didn't like that." "Playing at 50 or 60 per cent is not possible against nine players." Two of Barcelona's Ballon d'Or nominees combined to put the visitors ahead after seven minutes, Lamine Yamal crossing for Raphinha to head in. Yamal played a key role in the second goal after 23 minutes. Mallorca defender Antonio Raillo headed away the t...

16Aug

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latest scores:Villa 0-0 Newscastle

Ezri Konsa Newcastle failed to score without wantaway striker Alexander Isak as they were held by 10-man Aston Villa. Villa played the final 24 minutes plus stoppage time with 10 men after Ezri Konsa was dismissed but with Isak missing - as he tries to force a move to Liverpool - the Magpies were unable to find a winner. Anthony Elanga and Anthony Gordon wasted their best chances during a dominant first half. Debutant Marco Bizot made a fine save to deny new £55m winger Elanga inside three minutes before Gordon planted a free header over. The forward, playing centrally in place of Isak, also tested Bizot as the Magpies failed to make their superiority count. Passive Villa failed to have a shot in the first half - the first home team to suffer that fate in a Premier League game since Fulh...

16Aug

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Liverpool Liverpool kicked off the 2025-26 Premier League season in style by beating Bournemouth 4-2. While the Reds showed their quality in the final third, a few defensive concerns were raised. Hugo Ekitike certainly impressed during his first Premier League outing, producing a goal and an assist on his Anfield debut. After being two goals down, Bournemouth battled valiantly to get back into the game and a brace from Antoine Semenyo brought the game back to 2-2. With the game firmly in the balance, Liverpool threw the kitchen sink at Andoni Iraola’s side and goals from Federico Chiesa and Mohamed Salah wrapped up the game for the Reds. While there were certainly lots of positives to take from the game from a Liverpool perspective, Bournemouth did highlight some of their defensive vulne...

15Aug

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Jadon Sancho Manchester United kickstart their new Premier League campaign when they host Arsenal on Sunday. Ruben Amorim's side had a mixed pre-season, winning two and drawing three of their five fixtures, finishing off with a 1-1 stalemate against Fiorentina last Saturday. But now United's full focus turns to competitive action, with Mikel Arteta's Arsenal first up at Old Trafford. The Reds could have a number of new faces on show, with Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha poised to start after arriving from Brentford and Wolves this summer. Meanwhile, Benjamin Sesko is expected to be involved in the United squad following his blockbuster move from RB Leipzig. The 22-year-old might have to settle for a place on the bench after having limited time with the rest of his teammates, but Amorim ma...

15Aug

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Kelechi Iheanacho Super Eagles attacker Kelechi Iheanacho is closing in on a transfer from Sevilla to Turkish Super Lig club Samsunspor, Soccernet.ng reports. Coming into this summer, it was almost certain that Iheanacho would leave Sevilla this summer. Recall that he joined the Seville-based club in a free transfer last summer. But his first few months at the club were disappointing, as he had to play second fiddle to a struggling Isaac Romero. Due to his lack of minutes, Iheanacho left Sevilla for Middlesbrough, in a six-month loan transfer. Still, he failed to make a mark there, as he contributed just one goal and two assists in 15 appearances. And at the end of the campaign, Middlesbrough decided against signing him. Since then, there have been a lot of speculations around Iheanacho....

Inaki Pena remains first choice for new Como goalkeeper

14Aug

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Inaki Pena remains first choice for new Como goalkeeper

Inaki Pena Como interest in Inaki Pena, and negotiations continue for the Barcelona goalkeeper, even if they have two alternatives as well. The shot-stopper is down to the final months of his current contract at Camp Nou, which will expire in June 2026, so a sale is likely this summer. Como do need a new Number 1 and that was confirmed by coach Cesc Fabregas in a press conference this week, so now it’s just down to finding the right candidate. Inaki Pena is in a hurry too, as he has other offers on the table, so a decision one way or another is expected very soon.Como are looking at two other options for the role, but are continuing negotiations for the Barcelona man. The 26-year-old came through the Barcelona youth academy and had a loan spell with Galatasaray in 2022, ...

14Aug

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Danny Namaso Birmingham City are interested in a move for FC Porto attacker Danny Namaso, according to a report by Record. Birmingham City are being linked with a swoop for the attacker this summer. BCFC have until the deadline on Monday 1st September to conclude any final bits of business. Namaso, 24, has been on the books of FC Porto since 2020. He is under contract with the Portuguese giants until June 2028. In this latest update regarding his situation by Record, he has emerged on the radar of the Blues in this window. It remains to be seen whether they will lodge an official offer for his signature. Birmingham City beat Sheffield United in the first round of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night. Speaking afterwards, Chris Davies told their official club website: “I thought we were goo...

14Aug

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Nigeria national team updates

Zaidu Sanusi Porto left-back Zaidu Sanusi is angry about media reports suggesting he might refuse to join the Nigeria national team for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Zaidu has assured the Nigeria Football Federation, Super Eagles fans and manager Eric Chelle that he remains fully committed to representing the Super Eagles, insisting he is ready for action and dismissing outright any notion of rejecting a call-up. Sanusi has not featured for Nigeria since starting in the 2023 Afcon final against Ivory Coast. Shortly after returning to Porto, he suffered a cruciate ligament injury that sidelined him for eight months. Upon his recovery, the defender struggled to reclaim his place in Porto's starting lineup, making just six first-team appearances during the 2024–2025 season. R...

Luis Enrique: PSG didn’t deserve to win Super Cup

14Aug

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Luis Enrique: PSG didn’t deserve to win Super Cup

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique said his side "didn't deserve" to win the UEFA Super Cup after they produced a dramatic late rally to beat Tottenham Hotspur in a penalty shootout on Wednesday. Nuno Mendes converted the clinching spot kick in the shootout to complete a PSG comeback that looked unlikely when Tottenham held a 2-0 lead in the 85th minute of regulation in the annual match between the most recent winners of the Champions League and Europa League. And Luis Enrique said the contrasting fitness levels of the two teams was evident, with his side having only just resumed training following their run to the final of the Club World Cup last month. "For 80 minutes we didn't deserve that, I think Tottenham deserved to win the match because they were in form, they were training for...

14Aug

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Jarrad Branthwaite Everton suffer nightmare blow as key star gets injured in training Everton have been dealt a blow on the eve of the season after centre back Jarrad Branthwaite injured a hamstring in training. The 23-year old is understood to have aggravated the same hamstring in his right thigh that saw him limp of in the final game at Goodison against Southampton in May. The England international sustained it during routine sprinting drills and there are fears he could be out until the end of September. Branthwaite agreed a new contract in the summer amid interest from Chelsea, Tottenham, Liverpool and Manchester City. His commitment was key for David Moyes as he strives to build a competitive squad for the new campaign. Everton have been gently easing James Tarkowski back into actio...

14Aug

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Dani Ceballos Real betis eye Real Madrid Midfielder Real Madrid cannot make any further signings until they sell a first team player, and at this stage, there are several candidates. Rodrygo Goes has been strongly linked with Manchester City, while defensive duo Ferland Mendy and David Alaba are also said to be on the chopping block. And on top of this, there are chances for Dani Ceballos to leave. In recent weeks, there has been a lot of speculation surrounding Ceballos’ future at Real Madrid – despite the fact that head coach Xabi Alonso has told the midfielder that he is in his plans for the upcoming season. The 29-year-old is wanted by his former club Real Betis, who are considering a move to bring him back following news that Isco Alarcon is set to be out for three months. It’s bel...

Rashford: England ‘very close’ to major trophy

13Aug

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Rashford: England ‘very close’ to major trophy

Marcus Rashford 1 England international Marcus Rashford has said that it would be "disappointing" if Thomas Tuchel's current crop of senior English players don't do "something really special." Rashford -- who is on loan at LaLiga champions Barcelona from Manchester United -- was not a part of England's Euro 2024 squad where they came up short in the final against Spain, but was recalled to the side for Tuchel's first two games in charge. England will be one of the favourites to win the 2026 World Cup next summer in North America and Rashford believes the side aren't that far away from achieving their first tournament success since the 1966 World Cup. "This current group of English players is extremely talented. It's going to be disappointing if we don't manage to do something really spec...

Leeds reach agreement to sign former Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin

13Aug

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Leeds reach agreement to sign former Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin

Dominic Calvert Lewin 1 Leeds have reached an agreement to sign free agent Dominic Calvert-Lewin, the PA news agency understands. The 28-year-old striker, who left Everton after nine years when his contract expired this summer, is set to undergo a medical at the Yorkshire club's Thorp Arch training ground. Calvert-Lewin managed just three goals in 26 appearances last season, having missed three months from the end of January due to injury. Injuries blighted his final few years at Everton, missing 529 days with a variety of problems since the start of the 2021-22 campaign. Calvert-Lewin was offered a new contract on reduced terms by the Merseyside club, for whom he scored 71 times in 274 games, at the end of last season, but turned it down for a new challenge. He is now set to become Leed...

12Aug

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Gianluigi Donnarumma Manchester United have reinforced their attack with three top signings this summer, and must now focus on improving things at the back. The Red Devils conceded 54 goals in the Premier League last season and Cameroonian shot stopper, Andre Onana, was one of their biggest weak links. To replace the African goalie at Man Utd, Ruben Amorim has set his sights on hiring the services of Italian international, Gianluigi Donnarumma. As per Spanish source, Fichajes, the deal to sign the Azzurri superstar from PSG is expected to be around £43.3million (50 million euros), and United are preparing the offer as they consider the figure a huge market opportunity. Donnarumma is one of the best goal keepers in world football and at 26, he has a long career head of him. The former AC...

Dominic Calvert-Lewin handed reality check as his next move edges closer after Everton exit

12Aug

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Dominic Calvert-Lewin handed reality check as his next move edges closer after Everton exit

Dominic Calvert Lewin Everton are stepping up their summer transfer plans as they close in on their next signing. The new season is now less than a week away, and David Moyes will be hoping to put the finishing touches on his squad with some new additions. Everton are close to signing Jack Grealish after the Manchester City winger underwent a medical on Merseyside on Monday. These are exactly the kind of signings that a lot of Everton fans would have been hoping for this summer under the new owners. The Friedkins were keen to land a marquee signing, and they finally look like they have got their man in the 29-year-old forward. Whilst Everton appear to be on the rise, former striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin remains without a club, and he may be set for a reality check as one specific club ey...

Newcastle United plot £24.5m Leeds United transfer hijack after reluctant agreement

12Aug

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Newcastle United plot £24.5m Leeds United transfer hijack after reluctant agreement

Bilal El Khannouss Newcastle United have been credited with a ‘strong interest’ in a 21-year-old attacking midfielder targeted by Leeds United. Leicester City’s Bilal El Khannouss is available this summer following The Foxes’ relegation to the Championship. The 21-year-old joined Leicester from Genk last summer for a reported £21million. The Belgian-born Morocco international made 32 Premier League appearances last season, scoring twice as Leicester were relegated back to the Championship. El Khannouss has been targeted by several Premier League clubs alerted to his availability and relatively low release clause reported to be £24.5million, which expires this week. The Telegraph have reported that Newcastle are looking to strike a deal to sign El Khannouss from Leicester and hold a ‘stro...

11Aug

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Nigerian football history

Nigerian Football In the world of football, Nigeria is a country that has a storied history that dates back decades. From producing talented players to winning prestigious international tournaments, the Nigerian football history is a fascinating narrative that has captivated fans around the globe. The roots of Nigerian football can be traced back to the early 20th century when the sport was introduced by British colonialists. As the popularity of football grew in Nigeria, so did the talent of its players. Names like Jay Jay Okocha, Nwankwo Kanu, and Rashidi Yekini have become synonymous with Nigerian football excellence. One of the most notable achievements in Nigerian football history came in 1996 when the national team, known as the Super Eagles, clinched the gold medal at the Atlanta ...

manchester united football club transfer news

11Aug

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Manchester United Manchester United are pulling out all the stops to ensure they're in peak form for their Premier League curtain-raiser against Arsenal, with plans afoot for a behind-closed-doors friendly aimed at giving two key players some much-needed game time. United goalkeeper Andre Onana has been absent from recent pre-season friendlies as he battles back to full fitness. The squad are also yet to play alongside new recruit Benjamin Sesko, who was officially unveiled as a Red Devil over the weekend following his transfer from RB Leipzig. As per The Times, United are considering hosting a friendly at their Carrington training ground this week. The identity of the opposition has not yet been decided, but they're likely to take on local opposition. Should Onana not recover in time fo...