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From Drake in pink to ‘Blokecore’: How football shirts became fashionable
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From Drake in pink to ‘Blokecore’: How football shirts became fashionable

The Debate: Is manager and player behaviour on the pitch out of hand?
The Athletic (2 months ago)

The Debate: Is manager and player behaviour on the pitch out of hand?

The Athletic FC: Will Rodri’s injury shape the title race? Plus: How Everton takeover could work
The Athletic (2 months ago)

The Athletic FC: Will Rodri’s injury shape the title race? Plus: How Everton takeover could work

Breaking down Erling Haaland’s 100 City goals: Back-post menace, one-v-ones and the occasional screamer
The Athletic (2 months ago)

Breaking down Erling Haaland’s 100 City goals: Back-post menace, one-v-ones and the occasional screamer

Rodri is a symptom of a sport at breaking point – and we’re all to blame
The Athletic (2 months ago)

Rodri is a symptom of a sport at breaking point – and we’re all to blame

Erik ten Hag’s FC Twente years – ‘He always thought he knew better than the coach’
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Erik ten Hag’s FC Twente years – ‘He always thought he knew better than the coach’

How do Premier League shirt names work? Can players put any name on their kit?
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How do Premier League shirt names work? Can players put any name on their kit?

Arsenal’s turnaround: How Mikel Arteta transformed them from soft touch to streetwise
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Arsenal’s turnaround: How Mikel Arteta transformed them from soft touch to streetwise

Is there a trend of Premier League head coaches getting younger?
The Athletic (2 months ago)

Is there a trend of Premier League head coaches getting younger?

Everton takeover by The Friedkin Group: What’s next? Will it be completed? How is it being funded?
The Athletic (2 months ago)

Everton takeover by The Friedkin Group: What’s next? Will it be completed? How is it being funded?

USMNT Player Tracker: Richards blunts United, Busio’s perfect day and ‘special’ Tillman
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USMNT Player Tracker: Richards blunts United, Busio’s perfect day and ‘special’ Tillman

Marc-Andre ter Stegen is out for the season – so what’s Barcelona’s plan?
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Marc-Andre ter Stegen is out for the season – so what’s Barcelona’s plan?

How Milan’s brave use of Christian Pulisic in a narrow position helped them defeat Inter
The Athletic (2 months ago)

How Milan’s brave use of Christian Pulisic in a narrow position helped them defeat Inter

The colour and contradictions of James Rodriguez’s surprising new start in Spain
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The colour and contradictions of James Rodriguez’s surprising new start in Spain

City vs Arsenal – now an official rivalry, Friedkin Group on cusp of Everton takeover
The Athletic (2 months ago)

City vs Arsenal – now an official rivalry, Friedkin Group on cusp of Everton takeover

Barcelona briefing: Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s serious injury overshadows Villarreal rout
The Athletic (2 months ago)

Barcelona briefing: Marc-Andre ter Stegen’s serious injury overshadows Villarreal rout

Serie A briefing: Milan have lift off, Juventus a work in progress, Roma fans protest
The Athletic (2 months ago)

Serie A briefing: Milan have lift off, Juventus a work in progress, Roma fans protest

The Briefing: Who expected a City-Arsenal thriller? Point proven for Rodri? And are Chelsea good?
The Athletic (2 months ago)

The Briefing: Who expected a City-Arsenal thriller? Point proven for Rodri? And are Chelsea good?

Arsenal stood tall and left a mark on Manchester City – there was animosity and menace
The Athletic (2 months ago)

Arsenal stood tall and left a mark on Manchester City – there was animosity and menace

We need to talk about the Anfield atmosphere
The Athletic (2 months ago)

We need to talk about the Anfield atmosphere

Rodri injury may be the most significant moment for Man City in a match of a million things
The Athletic (2 months ago)

Rodri injury may be the most significant moment for Man City in a match of a million things

Man City 2 Arsenal 2 – Controversial red, quick free-kicks and rivalry ignited in classic
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Man City 2 Arsenal 2 – Controversial red, quick free-kicks and rivalry ignited in classic

Trent Alexander-Arnold discusses his Liverpool future – what he said and what he meant
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Trent Alexander-Arnold discusses his Liverpool future – what he said and what he meant

Wrexham 2 Crawley Town 1: Mullin returns, an important response, Gresford remembered
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Wrexham 2 Crawley Town 1: Mullin returns, an important response, Gresford remembered

Real Madrid briefing: Is Tchouameni’s future at the back? Modric excels (again), Rodrygo makes point
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Real Madrid briefing: Is Tchouameni’s future at the back? Modric excels (again), Rodrygo makes point

Manchester City vs Arsenal: Handling Haaland, set-piece threat – and does Arteta need the three points?
The Athletic (2 months ago)

Manchester City vs Arsenal: Handling Haaland, set-piece threat – and does Arteta need the three points?

Payet, Bolasie and Depay — why are so many random European players heading to Brazil?
The Athletic (2 months ago)

Payet, Bolasie and Depay — why are so many random European players heading to Brazil?

Mikel Arteta’s time at Man City and the training drill that transformed Raheem Sterling
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Mikel Arteta’s time at Man City and the training drill that transformed Raheem Sterling

The decline of Girondins de Bordeaux: ‘It’s like the Titanic’
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The decline of Girondins de Bordeaux: ‘It’s like the Titanic’

What is the true value of a Premier League goal?
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What is the true value of a Premier League goal?

Donald Trump’s ex-lawyer Joe Tacopina bidding to buy Tranmere Rovers
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Donald Trump’s ex-lawyer Joe Tacopina bidding to buy Tranmere Rovers

Gianni Infantino promises to announce FIFA Club World Cup venues by end of September
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Gianni Infantino promises to announce FIFA Club World Cup venues by end of September

In Netflix’s Hope Solo documentary, the absent voices echo the loudest
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In Netflix’s Hope Solo documentary, the absent voices echo the loudest

Why does Rodri score so often for Manchester City – and how do you stop him?
The Athletic (2 months ago)

Why does Rodri score so often for Manchester City – and how do you stop him?

How Arsenal’s David Raya built the technique behind his incredible double save
The Athletic (2 months ago)

How Arsenal’s David Raya built the technique behind his incredible double save

German football has a new controversy – about playing games in the United States
The Athletic (2 months ago)

German football has a new controversy – about playing games in the United States

Sad decline of long shots? Raya’s remarkable double save, FIFA’s emergency meeting
The Athletic (2 months ago)

Sad decline of long shots? Raya’s remarkable double save, FIFA’s emergency meeting

The Athletic’s Friday football quiz question #22
The Athletic (2 months ago)

The Athletic’s Friday football quiz question #22

Christian Benteke: My game in my words
The Athletic (2 months ago)

Christian Benteke: My game in my words

Aitana Bonmati exclusive: Barcelona’s Ballon d’Or winner tells it like it is
The Athletic (2 months ago)

Aitana Bonmati exclusive: Barcelona’s Ballon d’Or winner tells it like it is

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In recent football news, significant developments have emerged across various leagues and teams. Frank Lampard appears poised for a managerial comeback, nearing an appointment as Coventry City's new manager. This move marks his return to management 18 months after his departure from Chelsea. Lampard's vast experience from his time at Chelsea and Everton positions him as a promising candidate to lead Coventry City forward.

Manchester United and their new head coach, Ruben Amorim, have been making headlines with strategic decisions on player transfers. Amorim has reportedly made a firm decision regarding the futures of Marcus Rashford and Rasmus Hojlund as Manchester United navigates potential new additions to their squad. This comes as speculation increases around Viktor Gyokeres' potential transfer to the club, indicating a possible reshaping of United's attacking options under Amorim's vision.

The football world has also been buzzing with commentary from Pep Guardiola, the Manchester City manager, who clarified his remarks following a 3-3 draw with Feyenoord in the Champions League. Guardiola issued a statement to explain his comments about self-harm, with his team's performance sparking widespread discussion. Manchester City’s recent form has drawn attention, particularly with Ilkay Gundogan highlighting the team's "inexplicable" winless streak which puts their title aspirations at significant risk.

On a personal note, Jude Bellingham spoke out about his challenging experiences following England's Euro 2024 defeat. Bellingham's candid revelations shed light on the emotional tolls top athletes sometimes endure, illustrating the high-pressure environments in top-tier football. His openness contributes to the broader conversation on mental health and the importance of support systems for professional athletes.

Lastly, Robert Lewandowski has joined the ranks of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo by scoring over 100 goals in the Champions League, a remarkable achievement that underscores the Polish striker’s impact on European football. This milestone not only celebrates Lewandowski's prowess on the field but also cements his place among the game's elite.

This roundup highlights key movements and moments in football, from managerial shifts and player transfers to personal achievements and challenges faced by football stars.

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Premier League Full Table
1Liverpool121631
2Manchester City12523
3Chelsea12922
4Arsenal12922
5Brighton12522
6Tottenham121419
7Nottingham Forest12219
8Aston Villa12019
9Fulham12018
10Newcastle12018
11Brentford12017
12Manchester United12016
13Bournemouth12-115
14West Ham12-415
15Everton12-711
16Leicester12-810
17Wolves12-89
18Ipswich12-109
19Crystal Palace12-78
20Southampton12-154
La Liga Full Table
1Barcelona142834
2Real Madrid131730
3Atletico Madrid141329
4Villarreal13425
5Athletic Club14723
6Osasuna14-322
7Girona14221
8Mallorca14121
9Real Betis14020
10Real Sociedad14018
11Celta Vigo14-218
12Sevilla14-518
13Rayo Vallecano13-116
14Leganes14-614
15Getafe14-113
16Alaves14-913
17Las Palmas14-712
18Valencia12-710
19Espanyol13-1410
20Valladolid14-179
Serie A Full Table
1Napoli131129
2Inter131728
3Atalanta131828
4Fiorentina131728
5Lazio131428
6Juventus131425
7AC Milan12619
8Bologna12-118
9Udinese13-317
10Empoli13-116
11Torino13-315
12AS Roma13-413
13Parma13-412
14Lecce13-1512
15Verona13-1512
16Cagliari13-1011
17Genoa13-1311
18Como13-1210
19Monza13-59
20Venezia13-118
Bundesliga Full Table
1Bayern Munich112929
2Eintracht Frankfurt111123
3RB Leipzig11921
4Bayer Leverkusen11820
5Borussia Dortmund11419
6Borussia Monchengladbach11317
7SC Freiburg11-217
8FSV Mainz 0511416
9VfB Stuttgart11216
10Union Berlin11016
11VfL Wolfsburg11215
12Werder Bremen11-515
131899 Hoffenheim11-512
14FC Augsburg11-1012
15FC Heidenheim11-510
16FC St. Pauli11-78
17Holstein Kiel11-165
18Vfl Bochum11-222