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How Martin Odegaard rediscovered his edge to take Arsenal to the next level

IN FOCUS : The Norwegian has recaptured his best form after a long spell struggling with the lasting effect of injuries, but, as Miguel Delaney writes, his style gives Arsenal a new dimension and lifts their ceiling under Mikel Arteta

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Ballon d’Or 2026: Ranking the Favorites to Win, Latest Odds

There are some familiar faces—and a few surprise contenders—in the race to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or.

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Manchester United handed new boost after shock selection decision confirmed

One of Michael Carrick’s key stars will not be travelling on international duty

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Currys UK sales growth ramps up amid summer of heatwaves and World Cup

The group said UK and Ireland like-for-like sales growth jumped to 6% in the 17 weeks since its May 2 year-end.

Evening Standard

Mauricio Pochettino: ‘I am always open to help Tottenham. In whatever division’

The manager is excited by new US deal but might be at Spurs if the stars had aligned and does not rule out taking England job one day

The Guardian - UK

Mauricio Pochettino on the Balogun scandal, the England job and the problem with club football

INTERVIEW: Mauricio Pochettino tells Miguel Delaney why he has chosen to stay on as manager of the USA beyond the World Cup despite offers from the club game

The Independent UK

Christian Pulisic Isn’t Having the Resurgent Start at AC Milan He Desperately Needed

The USMNT star hasn’t played since the World Cup round of 16 loss to Belgium.

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The 10 Biggest Names Not Nominated for 2026 Ballon d’Or

There was only room for 30 players on the Ballon d’Or shortlist.

Sports Illustrated

Holmes good to go for Cook Islands in World Cup: Iro

The Cook Islands have received a big boost ahead of the World Cup with Val Holmes now available.

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Men’s Ballon d’Or 2026 power rankings: will there be an English winner for the first time in 25 years?

We assess the standing of the players on the shortlist for the award before the winner is announced in October

The Guardian - US

England to extend Borthwick contract as Pollock closes on £400,000 Northampton deal

Steve Borthwick will be handed a contract extension until after the 2028 Six Nations, giving the Rugby Football Union time to identify his successor if England flop at the World Cup next year

The Guardian - UK

Dani Olmo: ‘Winning the World Cup changes you, it changes your life’

One of Barcelona’s eight World Cup winners reflects on how Spain’s triumph is inspiring them in the Champions League

The Guardian - UK

How Mauricio Pochettino Plans to Transform USMNT into Global Superpower

The U.S. men’s national team manager has a vision of the team becoming “one of the most powerful countries in soccer.”

Sports Illustrated

Ballon d’Or 2026: Ranking the Favorites to Win the Yashin Trophy

Ten goalkeepers have been nominated for the France Football award.

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Why Socceroos coach has no regrets about shootout calls

Coach Tony Popovic claims even with hindsight he would still substitute Maty Ryan on for Australia's penalty shootout defeat to Egypt at the World Cup.

The Guardian - AU

No major World Cup regrets, says Tony Popovic, despite shootout heartbreak

In his first appearance in front of the media since the last-32 defeat to Egypt the coach, whose tactics elicited some criticism, insists he would not have done anything different

The Independent UK

USMNT boss Mauricio Pochettino appears to take swipe at star player as he vows to make major change

Pochettino is still the USMNT manager despite the team’s disappointing World Cup exit

The Independent UK

Belgium withdraws support for Gianni Infantino after Folarin Balogun controversy

Folarin Balogun was cleared to play against Belgium at the World Cup despite being shown a red card during USA’s previous game

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Chelsea handed Emi Martinez reality check as goalkeeper 'worry' revealed

Argentinian shot-stopper has been hailed as a huge upgrade on Robert Sanchez, but Jamie Carragher is not so sure

France 24

Under-fire FIFA boss Infantino to seek re-election despite calls to resign

FIFA President Gianni Infantino plans to seek his fourth and final term in next year’s election, despite the outrage sparked by his now-shelved plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors. “Nothing has changed,” a spokesman for football’s governing body confirmed on Sunday, referring to an announcement…

The Guardian - UK

Uefa legal case may be beginning of the end for Infantino as Trump’s support evaporates

The order of discovery related to Fifa’s failed plan to sell the World Cup will worry the American president, a situation that tends to end badly for the culprit

The Economic Times

Improving defence and attacking units can make big difference in Asian Games: Hockey coach Sjoerd Marijne

The Indian women's hockey team aims for a brighter medal at the Asian Games. Coach Sjoerd Marijne emphasizes strengthening defence and sharpening goal-scoring skills. Players are working on unit defence and creating more attacking opportunities. The team learned valuable lessons from the recent Hockey World Cup experience. Preparations include intense…

The Guardian - US

Fiba World Cup: what to watch as Team USA and WNBA stars chase gold

Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers will be in action as the Americans seek their 12th World Cup title, with France looking like their top competition

AAP

To Hull and back: Socceroo thriving after Cup heartache

Lucas Herrington has put his World Cup shootout miss firmly behind him and is blazing a trail for Australians in the English Premier League.

The Guardian - UK

World Cup wishlists, early movers, big clearouts: 2026 summer transfer window trends

At the end of a busy transfer window which spanned the World Cup, here are some of the subplots of the summer

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