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England delivered a dominant 5-0 away victory against Serbia, their first in such a fixture, boosting their World Cup qualification prospects. Tuchel's team showed attacking flair despite key absences, with new players impressing and the coach gaining confidence in his squad choices. The match was played in a hostile, emotional atmosphere.
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Lionel Messi is close to finalizing a multi-year contract extension with Inter Miami, keeping him in MLS through at least 2026. The deal aims to secure his presence for the club's new stadium opening and beyond, with negotiations in the final stages. Messi has not publicly addressed his World Cup plans.
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The 2025 Ballon d'Or ceremony took place at Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, honoring the world's best footballers. Ousmane Dembele and Kylian Mbappé are among top contenders, with Scottish players Scott McTominay and Caroline Weir nominated for the first time. The event celebrated achievements across men's and women's football.
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European football qualifiers see key wins for England, Norway, and Portugal, with Italy and Spain also progressing. Pro-Palestinian protests occurred around Italy's match, amid security concerns. Cristiano Ronaldo set a scoring record, and Norway's Haaland reached 50 goals for his country. The story highlights qualification progress and related protests.
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Moroccan footballer Hakimi won the 2025 CAF Award, recognizing his success with PSG, including the Champions League victory. He is the first Moroccan to win since 1998 and the first defender since 1973. Other Moroccan players also received awards, and Cape Verde qualified for the World Cup.