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Ballon d'Or: Nine PSG players and Wirtz on the shortlist
Who will win the 2025 Ballon d'Or? France Football released the list of nominees on Thursday. Florian Wirtz is among them and thanks to the numerous trophies won, other German players can also hope for a chance.
Palmeiras lose again to Corinthians and are out of the Brazilian Cup
Palmeiras crash out of the Brazilian Cup after another defeat to Corinthians, losing 2-0 at home. With red cards, missed chances, and growing pressure on coach Abel Ferreira, the club faces a moment of reckoning.
Ter Stegen and Barcelona at odds: goalkeeper refuses to sign medical report
The situation between Marc-André ter Stegen and Barcelona is threatening to turn tense. According to reports, the 33-year-old goalkeeper is currently refusing to sign the medical report that Barcelona intends to submit to La Liga.
Barcelona suddenly removes meeting with Ter Stegen from the agenda
Barcelona has removed the planned meeting with Marc-André ter Stegen, which was scheduled for Wednesday, from the agenda. According to COPE, it has been decided that the meeting will only take place if the goalkeeper himself requests it. The matter is now in the hands of the club’s legal department, according to Spanish media.
Manchester United raises the stakes and closes in on Newcastle's offer for Sesko
Benjamin Šeško is at the centre of a Premier League transfer battle, with Newcastle and Manchester United going head-to-head for the Leipzig striker. With bids nearing €90 million, the Slovenian star looks set to take the next big step in his career.
Ter Stegen absent as Barça captain due to disciplinary reasons
Marc-André ter Stegen is temporarily no longer the first captain of Barcelona. The Catalan club reports that the 33-year-old German goalkeeper has been stripped of the armband for disciplinary reasons, which is most likely related to disagreements over the duration of his injury.
Mainz fails at Federal Court: Dresden match will not be rescheduled
FSV Mainz 05 has failed with its appeal before the DFB Federal Court and will therefore have to play against Dynamo Dresden in the DFB-Pokal on August 18. Christian Heidel did not mince words.
Liverpool want another forward and are trying to lure a European champion away from PSG
Liverpool are reportedly targeting PSG winger Rayan Barcola after setbacks in their pursuit of Alexander Isak and Rodrygo. With Núñez and Jota leaving, and Barcola’s role at PSG declining, the 22-year-old could be the perfect addition to the Reds’ reshaped attack.
Turkish media criticize Mourinho and prepare for his dismissal
The Turkish media are impressed by Feyenoord. Fenerbahçe were defeated at De Kuip on Wednesday evening in the third qualifying round of the Champions League (2-1). Coach José Mourinho, in particular, is bearing the brunt of the criticism.
Liverpool has gold in its hands with Ngumoha: 'This guy is ridiculous'
Liverpool is throwing money around this summer, but manager Arne Slot already had the big surprise of pre-season in-house. At just sixteen years old, Rio Ngumoha is clearly making his presence felt. In England, there is high praise for the talented forward, who also made an impact on Monday in the friendly against Athletic Club.