Lionel Messi fined for slapping Quinn Sullivan in MLS match
Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi has been fined by Major League Soccer after slapping Philadelphia Union midfielder Quinn Sullivan around the back of the head during a 2-2 draw.
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Arsenal opens Premier League title defense with shutout win over Coventry
Arsenal began their Premier League campaign with a dominant shutout victory against Frank Lampard’s newly-promoted Coventry side, starting their title defense in one-sided fashion.
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Mattias Grafström sounded out to run against Gianni Infantino for FIFA presidency
Senior figures from 15 African football federations have reportedly held talks with FIFA general secretary Mattias Grafström to gauge his interest in challenging Gianni Infantino in next year’s election.
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Barcelona registers Rodri and Karim Adeyemi ahead of La Liga opener
Barcelona has successfully registered midfielder Rodri, who signed from Manchester City, and forward Karim Adeyemi with La Liga, making both players available for the club’s opening match.
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Manchester United tables £60m bid for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba
Manchester United has made a £60m bid, potentially rising by £5m, for Brighton’s Carlos Baleba. Talks are progressing for the 22-year-old Cameroon international despite Brighton wanting a higher fee.
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Joao Pedro signs contract extension with Chelsea until 2034
Brazilian forward Joao Pedro has committed his long-term future to Chelsea by signing a contract extension until 2034, turning down interest from Barcelona after talks with manager Xabi Alonso.
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Tottenham prepares for Brentford opener following £237m summer spending
After spending £237 million in the transfer window, Tottenham Hotspur faces its first major test of the season in their Premier League opening match against Brentford.
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Mikel Arteta reaches 150 Premier League wins in Arsenal’s 3-0 victory
Mikel Arteta secured his 150th Premier League win as Arsenal manager in a 3-0 victory over Coventry, becoming one of the fastest managers in league history to reach the milestone.
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Liverpool confirms departure of Curtis Jones to Inter Milan
Liverpool has confirmed that 25-year-old midfielder Curtis Jones has joined Italian champions Inter Milan in a transfer deal that could eventually reach a value of £30 million.
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Hansi Flick strips Frenkie de Jong of Barcelona vice-captaincy
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has reportedly stripped Frenkie de Jong of his captaincy role after the midfielder played through injury for the Netherlands and returned late for medical tests.
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Alejandro Balde offered to AC Milan as Barcelona future becomes uncertain
Barcelona’s homegrown defender Alejandro Balde is reportedly no longer considered untouchable, with his agent offering the €40 million-rated player to Serie A side AC Milan.
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Manchester City winger Jeremy Doku sidelined with calf injury
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca confirmed that winger Jeremy Doku will miss two to three weeks with a calf injury sustained during the Community Shield loss to Arsenal.
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Memphis Depay defends music video depicting Corinthians headquarters on fire
Netherlands forward Memphis Depay has defended his latest music video, which shows the Corinthians headquarters in flames, describing the controversial depiction as "just art."
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Atalanta signs Eljif Elmas on loan from RB Leipzig
Serie A side Atalanta has confirmed the signing of North Macedonia international midfielder Eljif Elmas from RB Leipzig on a loan deal that includes an option to buy.
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Arsenal Women prepare for WSL season after major squad overhaul
Following an underwhelming campaign, Arsenal Women have undergone significant changes ahead of the new WSL season, with several club legends departing and top European talent arriving.
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