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Arda Guler, the 'Turkish Messi' shining at Euro 2024 - and his path to Real Madrid
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The Van Dijk Paradox: A legend at Liverpool, divisive in the Netherlands
USMNT 0-1 Uruguay: Takeaways from the U.S. Copa America failure
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Euro 2024 day 18: Ronaldo's redemption, Bellingham under scrutiny and what now for Belgium?
Gareth Southgate has plenty of options on the bench - why is he so slow to use them?
The Athletic FC: England saved by Bellingham, Mexico crash out of Copa, PSR transfer chaos
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Turner trains, will be monitored ahead of USMNT vs Uruguay
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The world of football is buzzing with compelling stories, from remarkable performances in Euro 2024 to significant player developments. One of the standout moments comes from Turkey's presence in the Euro 2024 quarter-finals, largely due to goalkeeper Mert Gunok's exceptional save. His performance has drawn comparisons to the legendary Gordon Banks, illustrating the impact of his contribution to Turkey's success. Gunok's incredible skill was on full display as he pulled off a save that left fans and commentators in awe, preventing an equalizer from Austria and securing Turkey's advancement.
In the realm of individual accomplishments, Cristiano Ronaldo has made headlines with his determination to play in the 2026 World Cup. Despite not making a significant impact at Euro 2024, Ronaldo's sights are set on adding another record to his impressive collection, signaling his ongoing ambition in the global football arena.
The transfer market is also heating up with several clubs eyeing new talents. Notable mentions include Newcastle's interest in Anthony Elanga and Arsenal's pursuit of Riccardo Calafiori. Matthijs de Ligt's potential move to Manchester United further stirs the pot, showcasing the ever-evolving landscape of football transfers.
On another note, Hull City's Jaden Philogene may be on his way to Barcelona, according to the club's owner, hinting at a surprising yet exciting transfer development. Meanwhile, domestic concerns have emerged as England's Georgia Stanway criticizes Blackburn Rovers for their plans to offer minimum wage salaries to their women's team, highlighting ongoing conversations about equity in football.
Lastly, the Euro 2024 tournament itself continues to capture the attention of fans worldwide, with the Netherlands' remarkable performance against Romania signaling their strong contention. This, alongside the quirky incident of Donyell Malen avoiding a shoe thrown onto the pitch during a match, adds a layer of drama and excitement to the competition, emphasizing the passion and unpredictable nature of the sport.
| 1 | Manchester City | 38 | 62 | 91 |
| 2 | Arsenal | 38 | 62 | 89 |
| 3 | Liverpool | 38 | 45 | 82 |
| 4 | Aston Villa | 38 | 15 | 68 |
| 5 | Tottenham | 38 | 13 | 66 |
| 6 | Chelsea | 38 | 14 | 63 |
| 7 | Newcastle | 38 | 23 | 60 |
| 8 | Manchester United | 38 | -1 | 60 |
| 9 | West Ham | 38 | -14 | 52 |
| 10 | Crystal Palace | 38 | -1 | 49 |
| 11 | Brighton | 38 | -7 | 48 |
| 12 | Everton | 38 | -11 | 48 |
| 13 | Bournemouth | 38 | -13 | 48 |
| 14 | Fulham | 38 | -6 | 47 |
| 15 | Wolves | 38 | -15 | 46 |
| 16 | Brentford | 38 | -9 | 39 |
| 17 | Nottingham Forest | 38 | -18 | 36 |
| 18 | Luton | 38 | -33 | 26 |
| 19 | Burnley | 38 | -37 | 24 |
| 20 | Sheffield Utd | 38 | -69 | 16 |
| 1 | Real Madrid | 38 | 61 | 95 |
| 2 | Barcelona | 38 | 35 | 85 |
| 3 | Girona | 38 | 39 | 81 |
| 4 | Atletico Madrid | 38 | 27 | 76 |
| 5 | Athletic Club | 38 | 24 | 68 |
| 6 | Real Sociedad | 38 | 12 | 60 |
| 7 | Real Betis | 38 | 3 | 57 |
| 8 | Villarreal | 38 | 0 | 53 |
| 9 | Valencia | 38 | -5 | 49 |
| 10 | Alaves | 38 | -10 | 46 |
| 11 | Osasuna | 38 | -11 | 45 |
| 12 | Getafe | 38 | -12 | 43 |
| 13 | Celta Vigo | 38 | -11 | 41 |
| 14 | Sevilla | 38 | -6 | 41 |
| 15 | Mallorca | 38 | -11 | 40 |
| 16 | Las Palmas | 38 | -14 | 40 |
| 17 | Rayo Vallecano | 38 | -19 | 38 |
| 18 | Cadiz | 38 | -29 | 33 |
| 19 | Almeria | 38 | -32 | 21 |
| 20 | Granada CF | 38 | -41 | 21 |
| 1 | Inter | 38 | 67 | 94 |
| 2 | AC Milan | 38 | 27 | 75 |
| 3 | Juventus | 38 | 23 | 71 |
| 4 | Atalanta | 38 | 30 | 69 |
| 5 | Bologna | 38 | 22 | 68 |
| 6 | AS Roma | 38 | 19 | 63 |
| 7 | Lazio | 38 | 10 | 61 |
| 8 | Fiorentina | 38 | 15 | 60 |
| 9 | Torino | 38 | 0 | 53 |
| 10 | Napoli | 38 | 7 | 53 |
| 11 | Genoa | 38 | 0 | 49 |
| 12 | Monza | 38 | -12 | 45 |
| 13 | Verona | 38 | -13 | 38 |
| 14 | Lecce | 38 | -22 | 38 |
| 15 | Udinese | 38 | -16 | 37 |
| 16 | Cagliari | 38 | -26 | 36 |
| 17 | Empoli | 38 | -25 | 36 |
| 18 | Frosinone | 38 | -25 | 35 |
| 19 | Sassuolo | 38 | -32 | 30 |
| 20 | Salernitana | 38 | -49 | 17 |
| 1 | Bayer Leverkusen | 34 | 65 | 90 |
| 2 | VfB Stuttgart | 34 | 39 | 73 |
| 3 | Bayern Munich | 34 | 49 | 72 |
| 4 | RB Leipzig | 34 | 38 | 65 |
| 5 | Borussia Dortmund | 34 | 25 | 63 |
| 6 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 34 | 1 | 47 |
| 7 | 1899 Hoffenheim | 34 | 0 | 46 |
| 8 | FC Heidenheim | 34 | -5 | 42 |
| 9 | Werder Bremen | 34 | -6 | 42 |
| 10 | SC Freiburg | 34 | -13 | 42 |
| 11 | FC Augsburg | 34 | -10 | 39 |
| 12 | VfL Wolfsburg | 34 | -15 | 37 |
| 13 | FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | -12 | 35 |
| 14 | Borussia Monchengladbach | 34 | -11 | 34 |
| 15 | Union Berlin | 34 | -25 | 33 |
| 16 | Vfl Bochum | 34 | -32 | 33 |
| 17 | 1.FC Köln | 34 | -32 | 27 |
| 18 | SV Darmstadt 98 | 34 | -56 | 17 |
