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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 2025-26 UEFA Champions League season has begun with key matches including Liverpool vs. Atletico Madrid, Manchester City vs. Napoli, Newcastle vs. Barcelona, and Chelsea vs. Bayern Munich. The tournament features a new league format with 36 teams, and matches are streaming on Paramount+ and DAZN. Significant club moves and early results set the tone for the season.
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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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Steven Gerrard criticizes England's 'egotistical' team culture of the 2000s, attributing their lack of major tournament success to poor team cohesion. He discusses his managerial ambitions and recent player career struggles, including Jordan Henderson's controversial move to Saudi Arabia and its impact on his international career.
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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.
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A 13-year investigation into police misconduct at the 1989 Hillsborough disaster has identified 12 officers who would have faced gross misconduct charges if still active. The report confirms police failures, attempts to deflect blame, and the unlawful killing of 97 fans, but no officers will face disciplinary action due to retirement laws.