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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has reversed its decision to hold the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) every four years, announcing that the tournament will return to its traditional two-year cycle. The decision was taken unanimously by the CAF Executive Committee (EXCO), according to a statement from the continental football governing body. CAF President…
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French football captain Kylian Mbappé has apologised to Chinese fans after comments he made about former Chinese leader Mao Zedong sparked widespread criticism on social media and prompted several Chinese companies to terminate their sponsorship agreements with him. The Real Madrid forward issued the apology on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, describing his remarks as “ill-judged”…
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French football superstar Kylian Mbappé has lost several major Chinese sponsorship partnerships following a viral video in which he appeared to make a joke about former Chinese leader Mao Zedong, triggering widespread criticism across China. The decision by major Chinese companies to end their commercial relationships with the Real Madrid and France forward came on…
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New York will become the running capital of the world this Sunday. On November 1, nearly 60,000 people will line up at the start of the NYC Marathon, one of the world’s most iconic races. But what’s getting people running? Running is entering a new golden age. The NYC Marathon is the second largest marathon…
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Real Madrid, a football club of 112 years, is considered one of the most established and decorated clubs with many legendary footballers donning their uniforms, such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Luka Modrić, and Zinedine Zidane. Real Madrid has won a total of 125 trophies throughout its history—building its reputation as the club of accomplishments. Los Blancos…
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Arsenal beat Everton 2-0 on Saturday to pull level with Manchester City at the top of the Premier League, rediscovering their taste for set-piece goals at a rainswept Emirates. Ezri Konsa bundled the ball into the net in the opening minutes for his first goal for the club since joining from Aston Villa in August.…
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Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick said it was a “pure football” decision to drop captain Bruno Fernandes to the bench despite the Portuguese midfielder’s criticism of his manager’s tactics in a 4-1 thrashing by Como. Without a win in seven games in all competitions, Carrick badly needs a victory against Bournemouth at Old Trafford…
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Manchester United are preparing an opening offer for Sporting CP winger Flávio Gonçalves, according to a report — though the two clubs remain apart on his transfer value. Gonçalves is a 19-year-old winger born in France but who represents Portugal at U21 level through his Portuguese parents. After impressing Paris Saint-Germain scouts, Gonçalves and his…
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Liverpool have contacted Valencia to declare their intention to activate the release clause of right winger David Otorbi, but the Spanish side have moved quickly to block his exit, according to a report. Otorbi came through Valencia’s academy and made his senior debut in January 2024, aged just 16 — becoming the club’s youngest-ever player.…
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Manchester United have identified a route to appointing Fabian Hürzeler as their next manager despite his initial rejection — while the Red Devils are reportedly preparing a €50m (£42m) offer for an explosive left winger. Michael Carrick is under huge pressure to turn around performances and results at Old Trafford after a run of just…
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Brighton & Hove Albion have no intention of selling midfielder Diego Gómez in the January transfer window, despite growing interest from Atlético Madrid and AC Milan, sources have revealed. The 23-year-old Paraguay international has attracted attention from across Europe, with both clubs believed to view him as a potential midfield reinforcement. Atlético’s interest is described…
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Chelsea and Liverpool are among a growing list of clubs tracking Benfica’s highly rated teenage right-back Daniel Banjaqui, with a base fee of around £30m potentially enough to open talks for the 18-year-old. Banjaqui has emerged as one of European football’s most closely monitored young defenders. Born in Lisbon in 2008, the Portugal youth international…
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Jarell Quansah has responded to the constant speculation surrounding his future amid strong links to London rivals Arsenal and Chelsea, after the former saw a bid for his services rejected over the summer. The Bayer Leverkusen star is currently enjoying his second season in German football after completing a £30million switch from Liverpool in July…
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Manchester United have opened discussions over sacking Michael Carrick and appointing Antonio Conte as their next head coach, with the Italian laying out significant demands to take the role, according to a report. United hit a new low on Wednesday as they were beaten 4-1 by Como in the Champions League. The result means United…
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Manchester United have reportedly decided not to strip Bruno Fernandes of the captain’s armband following his explosive comments on Wednesday, which appeared to be aimed at Michael Carrick. United are still reeling from their humiliating 4-1 Champions League defeat to Como, with the club now winless in their last seven games. “It’s not the first…
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Rangers are anticipating a quiet January transfer window under Derek McInnes, with both the manager and chairman Andrew Cavenagh indicating that significant business is not expected — though Meziesblog can confirm one player is under serious consideration. After spending around £35.5million in the summer and following a busy previous January, the American-owned club has prioritised…
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