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Ousmane Dembélé asks for a big salary increase after winning the Ballon d’Or

Fresh from winning the 2025 Ballon d’Or, Ousmane Dembélé has asked PSG for a significant pay rise despite a contract running to 2028.

Cole Palmer is bad news for Chelsea: Unfortunately, I was wrong

Mallorca, a favorable opponent to extend the good run

La Liga returns to Nervion as Sevilla host bottom side Mallorca, chasing a second straight home win and looking to turn pre break momentum into a real run, while Jagoba Arrasate’s compact visitors seek to halt their away skid with a disciplined, counter focused plan.

Indonesia fail to reach the 2026 World Cup and sack Patrick Kluivert

After a near miss in Asian qualifying, Indonesia parts ways with Patrick Kluivert. The brief tenure brought tactical progress and mixed results, leaving a foundation to build on as the federation plans the next step toward a first ever World Cup.

Deulofeu went almost 3 years without playing a match

Gerard Deulofeu, 31, has given a glimpse into his grueling recovery process. The former player for Barcelona, Everton and AC Milan has been dealing with a severe knee injury for years. Even so, he remains determined and has not given up hope of a comeback.

These are the key matchups for Bayern against Dortmund and vice versa

On Saturday, league leaders Bayern Munich host the challengers from Dortmund. A look at the most exciting duels or three-way battles.

Raphinha has them on edge

With the Clásico a week away, Barcelona manage Raphinha’s hamstring recovery with caution, ruling him out of Girona while targeting the Bernabéu. Flick prepares dual game plans, balancing risk, tactical impact, and the need to keep the winger fit beyond one match.

McKennie, notorious in Italy, is finally giving up hamburgers

Weston McKennie has caused a stir several times with his remarks about Italian food, but the American midfielder now seems to have mended his ways. At the urging of Juventus coach Igor Tudor, he has adjusted his diet.

Van Dijk learned his leadership role from Henderson: 'The ultimate example'

Virgil van Dijk is a key guardian of Liverpool’s culture in his role as captain. The defender said he has learned a lot from Jordan Henderson, his predecessor with the armband. He also spoke highly of the club’s transfer policy.

Frenkie de Jong and Barcelona reach agreement on a new contract

Frenkie de Jong has extended his contract with Barcelona until mid 2029. The reigning Spanish champions announced the new agreement with the Netherlands international on Wednesday afternoon.