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During this past offseason, the 76ers signed SF Paul George in free agency. They gave the 34-year-old a four-year, $212 million deal. That gave the Sixers a new trio that includes Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. However, just one of those three players was available for the team in the season opener.  Joel Embiid and Paul George are both dealing …

Chris Wood has said he is grateful to Erling Haaland after continuing his prolific start to the season with two goals in Nottingham Forest’s 3-1 win at Leicester City. Forest are fifth after two Wood goals without reply after half-time at the King Power Stadium gave the New Zealand forward a total of seven league goals this season, with only …

Over the past couple of weeks, reports have surfaced suggesting that FC Barcelona hold a strong interest in signing Bayern Munich left-back Alphonso Davies in 2025. The 23-year-old Canadian international is set to become a free agent at the end of the season and has piqued the interest of the Blaugrana while Real Madrid are also long-term admirers of the …

Former Juventus midfielder Felipe Melo has shared his thoughts on Douglas Luiz’s early struggles at Juventus, offering a perspective that suggests patience is required with the Brazilian midfielder. Luiz joined the Bianconeri over the summer after earning a reputation as one of the standout midfielders in the Premier League with Aston Villa. His performances there attracted significant interest, with clubs …

In a historic move, FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed that nine to ten nations in Africa will participate in the upcoming 2026 World Cup. It will be held across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Notably, the 54-year-old announced during the 46th Ordinary General Assembly of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This is a …

Puka Nacua made an unexpected return to action on Thursday night football this week, with the Rams wideout cleared to play just hours before kick off against the Vikings.   Puka Nacua Enjoys Dream Return The Rams have missed their rookie sensation from last year at the beginning of this season and Puka Nacua’s absence from the lineup has been notable …

Chris Wood took his tally to seven goals in nine matches this season with a second-half double as Nottingham Forest won at Leicester to rise to fifth in the Premier League. New Zealand forward Wood swivelled to fire in a ruthless 47th-minute finish and headed his second after 60 minutes, putting himself two goals behind Bryan Roy’s record for Premier …

Arsenal and Chelsea are both reportedly interested in signing Alexander Isak from Newcastle, but according to i Sport, the striker has no intention of leaving St. James’ Park and is keen to reaffirm his commitment by signing a new long-term contract with his current club. Newcastle have managed to tie down Anthony Gordon for the long term by agreeing terms …

As Barcelona returned to action after the international break, the emphasis was always on two particular games that highlighted their calendar this month – Bayern Munich and Real Madrid. Now having passed the first big test, that too with flying colours, the Catalans stare the next big challenge in the eye whilst on a high. El Clasico is finally here, …

Tiago Djalo’s resurgence at FC Porto is a promising development for both the player and Juventus. After being loaned out by the Bianconeri at the start of the season, following a period where he struggled to find his footing under Thiago Motta, the young defender has gradually established himself as an important player for the Portuguese side. This uptick in …