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Berbatov thought he would die during kidnapping

Former Manchester United and Tottenham striker Dimitar Berbatov has relived a frightening ordeal from the very early days of his career back home in Bulgaria, when he believed he was being kidnapped by a rival club and might be threatened with violence if he refused to join them. The situation was eventually resolved without that happening, but it made him realise he needed to grow up fast.

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A sign of what's to come? Spain match record set by World Cup-winning team

The Spain national team equalled their record of 29 unbeaten games in competitive matches following a dominant 4-0 victory over Bulgaria yesterday. Luis de la Fuente’s side matched the milestone previously set by Vicente del Bosque’s World Cup-winning Spain team, with Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino scoring twice to seal the win. Spain achieved the result despite the absence of key players such as Lamine Yamal and captain Alvaro Morata.

Merino grabs brace as Spain edge towards World Cup

Mikel Merino was Spain's difference-maker as the Arsenal star scored two headed goals to fire La Roja to an emphatic 4-0 World Cup qualifying win over Bulgaria at the Estadio Municipal Jose Zorrilla. Debutant Atanas Chernev put through his own net to all but secure the result, before Mikel Oyarzabal struck home a stoppage-time penalty to round off the scoring. The result edges Spain closer to history, marking their 29th competitive game unbeaten - equalling the record of their world champion generation.

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'Mr Manchester United' passes away aged 62 as club honour fan

A man famously named 'Mr Manchester United' has passed away aged 62, it has been confirmed. The Bulgarian construction worker previously known as Marin Zdravkov Lavidzhov had his name legally changed to Manchester United and became iconic for having the club crest tattooed to his forehead. He was inspired to support the Red Devils following their dramatic victory in the 1999 Champions League final, which secured the treble under Sir Alex Ferguson, and was a super-fan ever since.

Explained: Why Serbia fans have been banned against Bulgaria

A UEFA ruling has banned Serbian fans from attending their last Euro qualifying home game against Bulgaria on November 19.

The biggest upsets in World Cup history 😱

Saudi Arabia and Japan have produced two huge shocks at the 2022 World Cup, with the competition having had a rich history of mega upsets.

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The Bulgarian bad boy who lit up World Cup '94

The fearsome forward known as 'The Dagger' was a complex character who liked to compare himself to Jesus, but there was no denying his talent.

North Macedonia vs Bulgaria: TV, live stream & kick-off time

The final stages of Europe's latest international campaign comes to a close - here's everything you need to know and how you can watch along...

Bulgaria vs Gibraltar: TV, live stream & kick-off time

The final stages of Europe's latest international campaign comes to a close - here's everything you need to know and how you can watch along...

Who will host Euro 2028? England, Spain & potential bids

GOAL has what you need to know about which countries are bidding to host Euro 2028

Italy held in draw with Bulgaria

Giroud complains of lack of service despite two-goal show

The Chelsea man appeared to call out Kylian Mbappe for being too selfish as Les Bleus recorded a win in their final warm-up match for the Euros

Giroud scores twice for France as Benzema limps off

Belotti and Locatelli on target as Italy take down Bulgaria

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World Cup 2030: Which countries are bidding to host?

Goal brings you everything you need to know about the countries in the running for the 2030 edition of the biggest football competition in the world

Giggs: I've felt different because of my mixed-race background

The Wales boss says that he experienced some "weird" moments after moving from Cardiff to Manchester

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Williams: We'll prove we can beat England

The coach and player fancy their side's chances against the Three Lions next month even though they struggled against Bulgaria

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Ampadu needs to decide Chelsea future – Giggs

The centre-back has featured in just a handful of games for the Blues and Thiago Silva's arrival is a further obstacle to a place in the first XI

'It was like we were sleeping together!' - Berbatov's favourite strike partner

The former Manchester United striker reveals a surprising name as his greatest strike partner, an unheralded name who he barely spoke to off the pitch

Bulgarian FA present 'Scarf of Respect' as part of anti-racism campaign

Three Lions stars were targeted for abuse due to the colour of their skin and the governing body is taking steps to eradicate racial intolerance

Neville: Players have to walk off if racially abused

The former England international believes the leniency shown means players have no choice but to take matters into their own hands

PFA calls for UEFA disciplinary overhaul

The players' union believes an opportunity to send out a strong anti-racism message across the continent has been missed

Bulgaria learn punishment after England racism storm

Following chanting from the stands against the Three Lions in Sofia, Bulgaria could potentially play their next two fixtures behind closed doors

Toure slams England's racism reaction

The 36-year-old feels players and authorities must do more to combat racism as it continues to plague the game

'Shameful' Bulgaria racists should be banned for life - Berbatov

The former Manchester United and Tottenham striker was outraged by the abuse suffered by Three Lions players and called for a tough response

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