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'A relentless league' - Parkinson issues Championship warning to Wrexham

Phil Parkinson labelled the Championship as a "relentless league" and issued a stern warning to Wrexham players about the potential challenges of the English second tier. The Red Dragons happen to be the only team in the division who have no prior Premier League experience. Having last competed at this level in 1982, the Welsh side now faces the daunting task of navigating one of the toughest leagues in English football.

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Bale-fronted consortium tables big-money offer for Cardiff City

Gareth Bale has taken a significant step toward owning the club he supported as a child by leading a consortium that has formally submitted a £40 million ($54.5m) bid to purchase Cardiff City. Despite the emotional and symbolic value of such a move, the offer is facing stiff resistance from the club’s current owner, Malaysian businessman Vincent Tan.

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Brady's Birmingham splash the cash with Furuhashi signing

Birmingham City have completed the eye-catching signing of Kyogo Furuhashi from Rennes, with the Japan forward returning to football in the British Isles just six months after a £10 million move to Ligue 1. The ex-Celtic star joins the Tom Brady-backed Blues on a three-year deal as their ambitious summer recruitment drive continues to prepare for the Championship.

Leicester City FC v Ipswich Town FC - Premier League

Vardy to La Liga?! Spanish giants eye swoop to land free agent

Jamie Vardy’s next chapter could unfold in Spain, with reports suggesting that La Liga side Valencia are weighing up a move for the former Leicester City talisman. The 37-year-old, who brought an end to his 13-year spell at the King Power Stadium this summer, has attracted interest from several clubs across Europe, including Rangers and Wrexham.

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Reynolds or McElhenney in a fight? Wrexham icon has epic answer

Paul Mullin revealed his pick with an epic answer when he was quizzed on who would win in a fight between Wrexham co-owners, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. After an underwhelming season with the Red Dragons, the striker has found a new home in Wigan Athletic but his eyes lit up again when he faced a question that involved his former employers.

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Peaky Blinders creator involved in Birmingham's stadium plans

Per a new report from The Sun, Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight could involve himself in Birmingham City's plans to build a sparkling new stadium in the middle of the city. The Championship club want to build a 62,000-seater ground, which could cost in excess of £3 billion ($4bn), under the stewardship of NFL legend Tom Brady.

Preston North End v Everton - Pre-Season Friendly

Young offered shock Championship move at age of 40

Ashley Young could be set for a surprise return to his boyhood club Watford, with the Championship side looking to re-sign the 40-year-old veteran. The former Manchester United and England star is a free agent after leaving Everton and wants to finish his career where it began. Watford have no concerns over his age or fitness, and talks are reportedly ongoing.

Frequently asked questions

Supporters have a number of opportunities to purchase tickets for matches involving Uruguay, via the FIFA website, between now and the big kick-off in June. The various sales phases differ in terms of purchasing processes, payment methods and ticket products.

To buy tickets, you must visit the official FIFA ticketing portal and register for an account. You can then log in to your FIFA account and check out ticket availability.

If you are looking for an official and secure way to resell/exchange your FIFA World Cup 26 tickets, the FIFA Resale/Exchange Marketplace is the official channel for doing so. The Marketplace opened in October and be accessed via FIFA.com/tickets.

FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets will also be available from secondary resellers, such as StubHub and Ticombo.

No, tickets will not be available for purchase at the stadiums during FIFA World Cup 2026. There will be no over-the-counter ticket sales. FIFA.com/tickets is the official portal for purchasing tickets.

Uruguay have produced a glittering array of striking talent over the years, including Luis Suarez, Diego Forlan and Edinson Cavani. However, it's Oscar Míguez, who played for La Celeste during the 1950 and 1954 tournaments, scoring eight times, who tops the nation's World Cup finals scoring charts. A more modern-day star, in the shape of Fernando Muslera, holds the no.1 spot in the all-time World Cup appearances for Uruguay though, having played 16 times during three tournaments (2010, 2014 and 2018).