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Manchester City striker Erling Haaland secured his third Premier League Golden Boot in four seasons on Sunday. Despite missing Pep Guardiola's final game as City closed out their campaign with a 2-1 home defeat to Aston Villa, the Norwegian scored 27 goals in 35 appearances this term, joining Alan Shearer and Harry Kane as a three-time Golden Boot winner.

Gary Neville was left furious after technical difficulties caused a delay to the second half of the final day Premier League clash between Tottenham and Everton. With Spurs' relegation rivals West Ham finishing their clash against Leeds United on time, the lack of synchronisation due to VAR technical issues sparked outrage, leading Neville to brand the situation "absolutely ridiculous".

Carlo Ancelotti is already feeling the heat as Brazil manager before a ball has even been kicked at the 2026 World Cup. The Italian's decision to include veteran star Neymar in his final squad has been labelled "absurd" by a former Selecao international, who has called the Santos star's recent performance levels into question.

Tottenham ensured that they avoided relegation from the Premier League as they edged out Everton 1-0 on a nervy Sunday in north London. Joao Palhinha proved to be the hero as he netted the only goal of the game shortly before half-time, with Spurs then able to see the game out and condemn West Ham to the Championship despite their own victory over Leeds United across the capital.

A teary-eyed Mohamed Salah bid an emotional farewell to Anfield after taking outright possession of Liverpool's Premier League assist record in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Brentford at Anfield. Despite speculation around whether Arne Slot would drop 'The Egyptian King' after copping more indirect criticism from Salah after last week's loss at Aston Villa, the 33-year-old started in the right wing role he's made his own since first arriving from Roma in 2017.

Chelsea's miserable season reached a fitting conclusion on Sunday as a dire 2-1 defeat at Sunderland confirmed a 10th-placed Premier League finish and failure to qualify for any form of European football. Having hauled themselves back into the game, the Blues' cause wasn't helped by Wesley Fofana's second-half red card, which snuffed out any hopes of a comeback.

Mohamed Salah officially cemented his legendary status at Liverpool by surpassing Steven Gerrard to become the outright top assist provider for the Reds in Premier League history. In Sunday's game against Brentford, the Egyptian winger produced a magnificent assist for Curtis Jones before being substituted to a standing ovation in the 74th minute, marking his 93rd assist in the English top flight.

Former Real Madrid head coach Fabio Capello has delivered a blunt assessment of the current squad, identifying a crucial lack of quality in the middle of the park. As the Spanish giants prepare for a summer of upheaval and the anticipated return of Jose Mourinho, the legendary Italian believes recruitment must focus on technical intelligence.

Leicester City Women have been relegated from the Women's Super League after suffering a heartbreaking penalty shootout play-off defeat to Charlton Athletic. The crushing loss, played without injured forward Alisha Lehmann, ends the Foxes' five-year stay in the top flight and raises major questions about the Swiss international's future.

Erling Haaland was omitted from the Manchester City squad for their final Premier League game of the season against Aston Villa. Departing manager Pep Guardiola explained the reason behind the Norwegian's absence before his final farewell to the club's supporters.

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has officially broken the all-time Premier League record for the most assists in a single season. The influential Portuguese midfielder secured his 21st assist of the campaign against Brighton on Sunday to move clear of Arsenal icon Thierry Henry and Manchester City legend Kevin De Bruyne in the history books.

Ex-Barcelona winger Pedro has disclosed that he actively tried to persuade former team-mates, including Lionel Messi and David de Gea, to join Lazio. Following an emotional final match for the Serie A club on Saturday, the 38-year-old Spanish winger reflected on his efforts to reunite with star names in the Italian capital, highlighting a desire to share the fans' passion with them.

Arsenal's teenage sensation Max Dowman has etched his name into the history books once again by becoming the youngest player to ever start a Premier League match. The 16-year-old was named in Mikel Arteta's starting XI for the final day showdown against Crystal Palace, surpassing a record that had stood for nearly two decades.

Luka Modric is reportedly ready to extend his AC Milan contract, but the 40-year-old's continuation at San Siro hinges on two crucial conditions being met. The midfielder has enjoyed a stellar campaign under Massimiliano Allegri, but his future depends on Champions League qualification and the manager staying before he heads to the World Cup with Croatia.

Manchester United are reportedly preparing to block Jadon Sancho from leaving the club on a cut-price deal this summer. Despite a difficult spell away from Old Trafford, the Red Devils are determined to protect the value of a player who cost them £73 million just three years ago.

Neymar's return to the Brazilian national team was not just a sporting milestone, but a moment of profound personal emotion for the number 10. The Santos star opened up about the intensity of his feelings upon securing his place in the squad that will compete in the 2026 World Cup under the command of Carlo Ancelotti.

Kylian Mbappe secured a second straight Pichichi Trophy after scoring in Real Madrid’s final-day win over Athletic Club. The French forward has now matched a feat previously achieved only by Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi over the last 38 years in La Liga.

Harry Kane has played down any immediate urgency regarding a contract extension at Bayern Munich despite finishing a sensational individual campaign. The England captain has just enjoyed a record-breaking year in Bavaria, but fans may have to wait until after the World Cup for clarity on his long-term future.

Tyson Fury and Zlatan Ibrahimovic are reportedly exploring a takeover of Morecambe FC, with plans for a Netflix documentary inspired by Wrexham’s rise. The pair are said to have discussed the project while filming a World Cup advert in Poland.

Luiz Felipe Scolari opened up about the eternal rivalry between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, revealing previously unknown details of his relationship with the Portuguese captain. The former national team coach explained the emotional and professional reasons behind his choices in the polls for the best player in the world.

As 2026 nostalgia takes over pop culture, soccer fans are embracing throwback Brazil, Germany and vintage World Cup kits once again.

Emiliano Martinez has confirmed he played through a broken finger during Aston Villa’s Europa League final win over Freiburg. The Argentina international goalkeeper is now racing against time to be fully fit for the World Cup after avoiding surgery.

Arsenal have finalised their celebratory plans for Sunday's Premier League trophy presentation at Selhurst Park, ensuring the historic moment matches the club's traditional identity. Despite being forced to wear their change strip for the actual match against Crystal Palace, Mikel Arteta's champions are prepared to make a quick switch before the medals are handed out.

Declan Rice has revealed the incredible levels of tension he felt while Arsenal waited for Manchester City to slip up and hand the Gunners their first Premier League title in 22 years. The England international admitted he had to physically remove himself from the presence of his team-mates because he simply could not bear to watch the action unfold on television.

Cristian Romero has returned to England ahead of Tottenham’s decisive clash with Everton after facing fierce criticism for travelling to Argentina during the club’s relegation battle. Glenn Hoddle and Teddy Sheringham both questioned the defender’s commitment and leadership.

Michael Carrick has labeled the upcoming summer market as the "most important transfer window of all time" as he prepares to transition from interim success to a sustained Premier League title charge. The Manchester United manager, freshly armed with a permanent contract and Champions League qualification, faces a pivotal period of rebuilding at Old Trafford.

Lionel Messi has officially reached billionaire status, joining his long-time rival Cristiano Ronaldo in one of the most exclusive clubs in world sport. The Inter Miami and Argentina icon has seen his net worth soar past the $1 billion mark following a career defined by record-breaking contracts and savvy off-field investments.

Pep Guardiola has again backed Manchester City’s hierarchy as the club awaits the outcome of its 115-charge Financial Fair Play case. The City boss insists he trusts those behind the scenes, despite preparing to leave the Etihad Stadium before any final verdict is announced.

Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi has dropped a bombshell ahead of the final day of the season, confirming he intends to remain in north London even if the club is relegated to the Championship. The Italian tactician, who arrived under difficult circumstances in March, faces a do-or-die survival battle against Everton this Sunday.