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Schmeichel doesn't understand Man Utd: What is he doing at Napoli?
Rasmus Højlund and Scott McTominay were not guaranteed a starting place at Manchester United, but at Napoli they are playing out of their skins. That raises questions for Peter Schmeichel. The decision-makers all have their own agenda. How can you create a stable environment then?
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.
Isak remains goalless and Arne Slot warns: Preseason is over
Record signing Alexander Isak enters a crucial stretch at Liverpool after a five match goal drought. Arne Slot says the striker has finally reached full fitness and will now be judged fairly, with Anfield’s showdown against Manchester United offering a prime chance to reset the narrative.
Guardiola? The reality is even better than I expected
Italian goalkeeper says he is delighted whenever he hears the Manchester City manager speak and intends to stay at the Etihad for as long as possible, after a summer in which he left PSG.
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.
Cole Palmer is bad news for Chelsea: Unfortunately, I was wrong
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.
Unstoppable Spain tie a record and make history
Spain beat Bulgaria 4–0 to stay three points clear of Turkey and extend their unbeaten run in official matches to 29, while also reaching 63 consecutive home World Cup qualifiers without defeat.
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.
Minutes after the defeat to Chelsea, Postecoglou is sacked by Nottingham Forest
Nottingham Forest dismissed Ange Postecoglou minutes after a 3-0 home loss to Chelsea on 18 October 2025. After six defeats and two draws in eight matches, Forest sit 17th and begin an urgent search for a successor while an interim takes charge and short term stabilization becomes the priority.