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Atletico mock Barca's Alvarez move with joke Yamal offer

Atletico Madrid aim a tongue-in-cheek dig at La Liga rivals Barcelona on Friday over their "smear campaign" in pursuit of Argentine forward Julian Alvarez.

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Liberation of Premier League title can help Arsenal blunt PSG and join Europe’s elite

Mikel Arteta must find the balance between newfound freedom and tried-and-tested solidity against Luis Enrique’s attacking machineWelcome to Budapest: city of stew, city of pavement squares, city of men in cotton smocks offering brisk muscular relaxation in geothermally heated cubicles. Eleven days…

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Arsenal's Timber fit to start Champions League final

Mikel Arteta says that Dutch defender Jurrien Timber is fit to start the Champions League final after more than two months out with a groin injury.

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How Toone is navigating grief through football

England and Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone opens up about grief, football and preparing for her wedding without her dad in a new BBC documentary.

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Cohen and Shaw to take joint charge at Lincoln

Lincoln appoint Chris Cohen and Tom Shaw as joint head coaches in the wake of Michael Skubala's departure to Bristol City.

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Watch 24 Hours with Ella Toone on BBC iPlayer

Go behind the scenes with Manchester United and England star Ella Toone.

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How Ferguson twice moved to sign Rooney from Everton

Everton boss David Moyes reveals on the latest episode of the Wayne Rooney Show the inside story on Wayne Rooney's move to Manchester United - with Sir Alex Ferguson twice making moves to sign the then teenage striker.

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Dick Advocaat returns to Scotland with Curaçao before historic World Cup appearance

Manager recalls Rangers tenure fondly before friendly Steve Clarke: Scotland should be qualifing regularly A smile flashed across the face of Dick Advocaat as he was reminded that, 27 years earlier to the day, he had watched his Rangers team complete a domestic treble at Hampden Park. “I was quite …

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Bristol City appoint Lincoln boss Skubala

Bristol City appoint Lincoln boss Michael Skubala as their new manager on a three-year deal.

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Champions League final, French Open and Women’s FA Cup final – follow with us

Here’s how to follow along with our coverage – the finest writing and up-to-the-minute reports Continue reading...

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‘He was alive – you saw it in his eyes’: inside the years that shaped Mikel Arteta

In the runup to the Champions League final, the Arsenal manager’s first footballing steps in the Basque Country and Barcelona are recalled by those who shared themThe way Santi Cazorla tells it, rolling about laughing, Mikel Arteta may just be the worst person you could ever wish to watch a match w…

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Volpato makes Italy to Australia switch before World Cup

Former Italy under-21 international Cristian Volpato switches allegiance to Australia days before the Socceroos announce their squad for the 2026 Fifa World Cup.

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What is Mourinho's managerial record?

Our Ask Me Anything team look at the managerial record of new Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho.

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'An exciting young talent' - Meet NI's new recruit

Northern Ireland manager Michael McArdle says that teenager Emily Cassap is an "exciting young talent" as she is called into the senior squad for the first time.

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Mourinho signs three-year deal to return as Real boss

Jose Mourinho signs a three-year deal to become Real Madrid head coach for a second time.

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Champions League final still not free to air despite pressure

Fans will need a subscription to watch the Champions League final between Arsenal and PSG after TNT Sports decides against making the match free to air.

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Real Madrid named football's most valuable club

Real Madrid are named as the most valuable club in world football, with Barcelona overtaking Manchester United to go second.

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Brazil World Cup 2026 team guide

Unimpressive in qualification, fans will be hoping Carlo Ancelotti can get the best out of Vinícius Júnior, as he did at Real MadridThis article is part of the Guardian’s 2026 World Cup Experts’ Network, a cooperation between some of the best media organisations from the 48 countries who qualif…

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Socceroos enter last chance saloon with Mexico friendly to shape World Cup dreams | Jack Snape

Coach Tony Popovic will take a final look at players on the selection fringe with Australia’s 26-man squad to be named after the warm-up gameThe World Cup might have snuck up on many Australians, but the reality of the men’s football showpiece will leap out on Sunday, take hold of the nation and no…

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Clarke sure he's best man for Scots after new deal

Steve Clarke says his near U-turn to continue as Scotland head coach was based on his conviction he is the best man for the job.

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Football Daily | Formidables v Expendables? PSG v Arsenal could be a classic

Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now!Here we are in the dog days of May, with the European club football season playing out a slow, sultry finale as the Geopolitics World Cup bangs ever louder on the door. Legendary managers and beloved players have made tearful farew…

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Mamdani made a play for fashion’s premier league in his custom-made Arsenal kurta

The New York mayor scored a range of responses attending Eid prayers in an outfit combining football and faithSince Arsenal won the Premier League for the first time in 22 years this month, the visibility of the club’s shirts has soared, with celebrities including Romeo Beckham and the singer Mahal…

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John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball look ahead to the UEFA Champions League Final.

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Every VAR error: How Arsenal escaped red cards and penalties

Arsenal and Chelsea were the biggest beneficiaries of video assistant referee and on-field errors this season.

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Kvara d’Or? Tbilisi dreaming of more glory for ‘special’ Kvaratskhelia

In the streets where he grew up the PSG winger’s success is an inspiration and a continual source of prideThe cage where Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s love for football began is still buzzing with life today. Sandwiched between the vast Soviet apartment blocks of Dighmis Masivi, children scream, “Kvaraaa…

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Trippier verbally agrees to Wolves move after Newcastle exit

Ex-England international Kieran Trippier due to become Wolves' first summer signing.

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Liverpool unveil new memorial to Heysel Stadium tragedy on 41st anniversary

Ian Rush among those from Liverpool and Juventus at ceremonyNew Anfield Road monument replaces original plaqueLiverpool have unveiled a new memorial on the 41st anniversary of the Heysel Stadium tragedy to the 39 fans who died.Representatives from Juventus, Liverpool’s opponents in the 1985 Europea…

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‘Everything just clicked right there’: the moment that made Bukayo Saka

Arsenal’s former head of coaching recalls the words from Freddie Ljungberg that shaped the young winger’s careerJan van Loon remembers the moment well. As Arsenal’s head of coaching he was guiding Freddie Ljungberg’s first steps in management with the under-15s when Bukayo Saka joined the squad. Sa…

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All you need to know about World Sevens football

Our Ask Me Anything team explains how World Sevens Football works, which teams are involved, and how you can follow it.

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Konate set to leave Liverpool on a free transfer

France defender Ibrahima Konate is set to leave Liverpool for free when his contract expires in June.

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After dramatic Shaw U-turn and title win, Manchester City target historic Double

FA Cup final victory against Brighton would make it a perfect month and the squad are hungry for more successSecure your first league title for a decade? Tick. Extend your golden boot-winning striker’s contract. Tick. Lift a first Women’s FA Cup since 2020? Pending. May 2026 has gone swimmingly for…

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Mexico hope a month of isolation can rekindle the magic of the 1986 World Cup

El Tri reached the quarter-finals the last time they hosted the tournament. They’re hoping old methods can revive the team after a disastrous outing in 2022It was January 1986 and the temperature at the peak of La Malinche, one of Mexico’s tallest mountains, had plummeted to a bone-chilling cold. A…

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USA boss Pochettino holds talks with AC Milan

Mauricio Pochettino's contract as United States head coach expires at the end of the World Cup in July.

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Torreense to play European football while in second division

Portuguese Cup winners Torreense will join an exclusive group of second division clubs to play in European competitions after suffering play-off final defeat.

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Cristian Volpato to switch allegiance from Italy to Australia in time for World Cup

22-year-old to join up with Socceroos training squad in Los AngelesAttacker turned down offer four years ago to play for country of birthThe Socceroos have been handed a huge boost on the eve of the World Cup with young attacker Cristian Volpato to join up with the training squad before a friendly …

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From non-league to Champions League final - Raya's fairytale rise

Twelve years ago Arsenal keeper David Raya made his debut for non-league Southport; on Saturday he plays in the Champions League final - this is how he got there.

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