Stories By Harry De Cosemo
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Why Bruno’s Future Could Define Newcastle’s Project
After finishing 12th in the Premier League last season, Newcastle United were always going to face difficulty this summer. The club’s decision to stick with manager Eddie Howe has, at best, split the fanbase.
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Positive reflections on the World Cup
It was a tough World Cup to endure in some ways, but in others, a critical reminder of what matters in football and can never be taken away. Far from the first edition of FIFA’s showpiece event to be shrouded in controversy – in fact, that happens so often it feels like a prerequisite – 2026 had its own fair share of uplifting stories too.
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Bellingham proves he could be England’s greatest
Jude Bellingham barely had time to timidly take his place in the England dressing room. He has never been a slow burner anywhere he has been. His arrival usually results in the sort of impact reserved for players a decade his senior.
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French dominance in this World Cup is not possible without Olise.
This has been the World Cup of the superstars. Kylian Mbappe, Harry Kane, Lionel Messi, Erling Haaland and, belatedly, Cristiano Ronaldo have all shown why they are the main men for their nations and head up the race for the Golden Boot.
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A World Cup so far of answers and questions for Thomas Tuchel
When Thomas Tuchel named his England squad for this World Cup, it was immediately criticised due to the big names omitted and his decision to prioritise team spirit over pure ability. Everybody thinks they know better, but Tuchel always insisted there was method behind his approach.
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Why Antonio Nusa could be Norway’s secret weapon this World Cup
Every four years, when fans are mulling over their World Cup predictions, often the most interesting question is around the “dark horse”, the nation with little expectation of winning the tournament, but with enough buzz around them to go far.
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Has the spirit of the World Cup been lost this year?
It feels strange to say it now, but awarding the 2026 World Cup to the United States, Canada and Mexico was seen as a break from the geopolitical controversies that have engulfed football’s greatest tournament for the best part of two decades.
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Why Liverpool Pulled the Plug on Arne Slot
Liverpool’s decision to sack Arne Slot was not a surprise within itself, but the timing of it was curious. Pressure has actually been building on the Dutchman at Anfield since before he lifted the Premier League title in his debut season.
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Italy’s issues run deeper than the national team
Football is getting ready for its biggest party, and once again, Italy aren’t invited. It should be unthinkable that the World Cup could take place without its second most successful nation, but recently, it has become the norm.
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Pep Guardiola’s exit will change the Premier League
This is the point in time every Manchester City fan has dreaded for over a decade, but it looks to have finally arrived. Pep Guardiola’s final game in charge of the club after 11 years is expected to be on Sunday, at home to Aston Villa.
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Why Mourinho Could Make Madrid Worse
Real Madrid are fast becoming an unmanageable mess. Losing El Clasico at Camp Nou, confirming the league title for Barcelona at the weekend is as clear a sign as they can get to signify the depth of their issues.
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