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Erling Haaland’s use of mouth tape while he sleeps and glasses at night show the striker’s commitment to gaining an edge in his performances, Manchester City team-mate Jeremy Doku believes. Premier League top scorer Haaland said last year that he wears blue-blocking glasses to help shut out “signals” when he sleeps, while taping his mouth – a tactic also tried …

In the last few seasons, Barcelona have seen a significant generational shift within the squad.  Over the years, younger players have stepped up, forming a tightly-knit group. This unity is evident both on and off the field, and fans can get a glimpse of it through the documentary ‘The Next Generation’ broadcast by Barça One.  The documentary showcases the bond …

Norway will look to continue their unbeaten start to the 2024/25 Nations League with a positive result at home to Slovenia on Thursday. Erling Haaland and co. didn’t take part in the European Championships in the summer so there is a point to be proved by them, though Slovenia are also unbeaten in their two Nations League matches so far. …

Juventus was one of the clubs interested in signing Chelsea’s Cesare Casadei during the summer, as it seemed the young midfielder might return to Serie A. The Blues had recalled him from a loan spell at Leicester City, and with the arrival of many new players, it seemed the best option would be another loan move. However, despite interest from …

Chelsea do not want to be losing too many players to AFCON, it’s just frustrating and at a key part of the season. But if defender Tosin Adarabioyo accepts an offer to go an play for Nigeria, we will face losing him to AFCON soon. So from a selfish standpoint, I hope he doesn’t join Nigeria and play for them. …

Nine-time Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi has said former Barcelona team-mate Andres Iniesta possessed “magic” after the 2010 Fifa World Cup winner announced his retirement. Barca academy product Iniesta has ended his career at the age of 40 following a five-year stay with Japanese side Vissel Kobe between 2018 and 2023 and a brief spell in the United Arab Emirates. …

Former Barcelona midfielder and club legend legend, Andres Iniesta, has officially announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 40.  After a remarkable career spanning more than two decades, Iniesta has decided to hang up his boots. His retirement announcement was made on Tuesday, 8 October, a symbolic date as it represents the number eight shirt he wore …

England take on Greece in an eagerly anticipated UEFA Nations League clash, marking the first time these two sides have met in 18 years. Both teams come into this match in good form, having won their opening two games of the competition. While England are heavy favourites, Greece current sits atop the group due to their superior goal difference. This …

Liverpool centre-back Ibrahima Konate has suggested he could replace Kylian Mbappe as France captain and voiced his sympathy for the Real Madrid striker, who has been left out of Les Bleus’ squad because of a lack of playing time. Mbappe was booed by home fans when he came on as a substitute in Madrid’s surprise 1-0 defeat at Lille in …

Argentina look to get back to winning ways against Venezuela this week having lost their last South American World Cup Qualifier versus Colombia in September. The Albiceleste remain top of the standings despite the loss, while Venezuela are down in sixth. Goalkeeper Joel Graterol is unavailable for selection and won’t play again this year after suffering a patella tendon tear. …