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Palmer facing uphill battle to prove himself to Tuchel

The attacker is now a global superstar, but fitness issues have prevented him from building on his exploits at Euro 2024

Depay overtakes Van Persie as Netherlands' all-time top scorer

Memphis Depay scored a brace against Lithuania to lead his side to a 3-2 victory and become the Netherlands' all-time leading goalscorer.

Wirtz stunner helps Germany see off Northern Ireland

Germany bounced back from their disappointing World Cup qualifying loss to Slovakia by beating Northern Ireland 3-1, with Liverpool new boy Florian Wirtz grabbing the pick of the goals.

Merino bags a hat-trick as slick Spain DESTROY Turkey

The Arsenal man grabbed three goals as the reigning European champions stormed to a comprehensive win in Konya.

Freak injury leaves bloodied Haaland requiring three stitches

Erling Haaland suffered a freak accident while on international duty with Norway that left the striker needing three stitches.

Eriksen’s ‘incomprehensible’ choices slammed after Wrexham snub

Christian Eriksen remains a free agent after leaving Manchester United, with the Danish midfielder training with Malmo to stay fit. The 33-year-old reportedly turned down Wrexham and has now been criticised by Thomas Gravesen, who called his decisions 'incomprehensible' and questioned whether he still has the ambition to play at the highest level.

England strikers told how to oust Ronaldo-esque Kane

Following yet another turgid England display, the Three Lions' forwards have been urged to try and overhaul Harry Kane in the pecking order.

England v Andorra - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Anderson eyes World Cup spot after strong England debut

Elliot Anderson says he has got his heart set on the 2026 World Cup after starring on his England debut against Andorra.

Slovenia v Sweden - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Liverpool given fresh Isak fitness update as debut nears

Sweden national team boss Jon Dahl Tomasson has provided a fitness update on new Liverpool signing Alexander Isak.

Slovakia v Germany - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Bradley aiming to keep Wirtz quiet as Northern Ireland eye Germany scalp

Conor Bradley is looking forward to playing against his new Liverpool team-mate Florian Wirtz, as Northern Ireland are all set to clash against four-time world champions Germany in a 2026 World Cup qualifying game. Bradley spoke highly of Wirtz, while also claiming that he wants to make the German sensation's night difficult with a solid defensive display.

Anderson answers England No.6 problem - but where's the fun?!

The Three Lions made hard work seeing off Andorra and the coach was fooling no one when claiming to be satisfied with what he saw.

Tuchel says Rashford lacked 'wow' factor in Andorra win

Thomas Tuchel believes that Marcus Rashford lacks the "wow" factor in an England shirt following the Three Lions' 2-0 win over Andorra.

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Tuchel takes aim at THREE England attackers after Andorra win

Thomas Tuchel took aim at three England forwards after the Three Lions struggled past Andorra in World Cup qualifying. England may have collected another three points in their march towards the 2026 World Cup, but the atmosphere at Villa Park told its own story. As the final whistle sounded on a 2-0 win over Andorra, thousands of empty seats glared back at Thomas Tuchel.

'Job done' - Kane delivers verdict on England's drab win

Harry Kane was pleased to get the "job done" against Andorra despite a sluggish performance from the Three Lions in World Cup qualifying. The 2-0 scoreline looked routine on paper, but the performance from Thomas Tuchel’s men was anything but inspiring. Still, the mission was accomplished, with the Three Lions now boasting four wins from four qualifiers in Group K.

'He passed the test' - Tuchel singles out England star for praise

Thomas Tuchel lavished praise on England debutant Elliot Anderson after he impressed during an uninspiring outing against Andorra. The Three Lions eventually secured a 2-0 victory, thanks to an early own-goal from Christian García and a late header from Declan Rice, but Anderson’s assured display was the talking point of the night.

'Waste of time' - Fans blast Tuchel after 'tedious' England win

England fans have been full of criticism for Thomas Tuchel on social media after an unconvincing 2-0 win over Andorra at Villa Park.

'Jota is with us' - Martinez reacts to Ronaldo's goal in 21st minute

Roberto Martinez insisted "Diogo Jota is with us" after Cristiano Ronaldo scored in the 21st minute of Portugal's first game since the tragic death of the Liverpool star. The ex-Wolves forward and his brother Andre lost their lives in a devastating car crash, leaving the football world in shock.

Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal celebrate during their 5-0 victory in Armenia.

CR7 & Felix lead the way in Portugal's perfect tribute to Jota

Roberto Martinez's side kicked-off their World Cup qualifying campaign in style on an emotional evening

Tuchel's dreadfully dull England lack spark in drab win

An own goal and a Declan Rice header kept the Euro 2024 finalists on track for qualification, but the team lacked inspiration at Villa Park

Why Isak did not feature for Sweden against Slovenia

Sweden manager Jon Dahl Tomasson has admitted that leaving Alexander Isak out of Friday’s 2-2 draw against Slovenia was purely down to caution. The striker, who shattered the British transfer record with his £125 million move to Liverpool on deadline day, has barely trained and hasn’t kicked a ball in competitive action since forcing his way out of Newcastle United this summer.

📽️ | Ronaldo consoles emotional Portugal mascot

Cristiano Ronaldo was seen consoling an emotional Portugal mascot ahead of their World Cup qualifier against Armenia. One little boy, overwhelmed by the gravity of the occasion, broke into tears as he realised he was walking beside his idol.

Ukraine v France - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

'It was stupidity!' - Mbappe makes surprise admission after blunder

Kylian Mbappe admitted it was "stupidity" after making an eye-catching error during France's 2-0 win over Ukraine. The Real Madrid superstar struck late to bag his 51st goal for Les Bleus, drawing level with French icon Thierry Henry in the all-time scoring charts. Yet moments later, he left fans baffled with a botched attempt at a cheeky chip that could have sealed a brace.

'Get out of here!'- Ronaldo shoves fan trying to take selfie

Cristiano Ronaldo was less than impressed when a star-struck fan rushed over to take a selfie with him at Portugal's team hotel.

Tuchel hands out surprise debut for England's clash with Andorra

Thomas Tuchel has handed an England debut to Elliot Anderson against Andorra, while Marcus Rashford has been recalled to the starting XI.

Guler responds to Yamal comparison as he prepares for showdown

Real Madrid star Arda Guler opened up on being compared to Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal as the young midfielder is preparing to take on Spain with Turkey in a 2026 World Cup qualifying game on Sunday. Twenty-year-old Guler, who joined Los Blancos in the summer of 2023, has finally established himself as a first-team starter under new manager Xabi Alonso.

PSG left fuming by Dembele injury on France duty

Paris Saint-Germain have expressed their displeasure over Ousmane Dembele's injury during France's 2026 World Cup qualifier against Ukraine on Friday. Les Bleus picked up a comfortable 2-0 win thanks to goals from Michael Olise and captain Kylian Mbappe, but they had to deal with Dembele's injury setback as the winger hobbled off in the second half with a hamstring problem.

RCD Mallorca v FC Barcelona - LaLiga EA Sports

Barcelona ALREADY weighing up sending Rashford back to Man Utd

Barcelona are reportedly considering whether to send Marcus Rashford back to Manchester United, less than two months after signing him on a season-long loan.

Mbappe levels Henry's record in France goal-scoring rankings

Kylian Mbappe equalled Thierry Henry's scoring record for France as he netted against Ukraine on Friday in a 2026 World Cup qualifying match. The Real Madrid star now has 51 international strikes to his name and is Les Bleus' second-highest goal-scorer of all-time, only behind former Arsenal and Chelsea star Olivier Giroud.

What is Loftus-Cheek doing back in the England squad?!

Thomas Tuchel has raised eyebrows by recalling a player that hadn't been a part of the Three Lions set-up since 2018

Musiala dubbed irreplaceable 'like Messi' after shock Slovakia loss

Jamal Musiala has been dubbed irreplaceable "like Lionel Messi" by German icon, Lothar Matthaus, after a shock World Cup qualifying defeat to Slovakia. The Bayern Munich midfielder fractured his fibula and damaged ankle ligaments following a brutal collision with Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma in the Club World Cup. The 22-year-old was stretchered off in Atlanta, visibly distraught, and Bayern later confirmed he requires surgery that will sideline him for several months.

Frequently asked questions

: Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have won the Ligue 1 title 12 times, more than any other club. Their first win was in 1986, and they claimed their record-breaking 12th title in 2023, surpassing AS Saint-Etienne.
: The Ligue 1 consists of 18 teams since the 2023-24 season, prior to which 20 teams took part in the league. The inaugural season of the French first division in 1932-33 also consisted of 20 teams, divided in two groups of 10 teams each.
: Mickael Landreau holds the record for the most Ligue 1 appearances, with 618 matches as a goalkeeper. His career spanned nearly two decades, playing for clubs like Nantes, Paris Saint-Germain, Lille, and Bastia.
: Delio Onnis holds the record as the all-time top scorer in Ligue 1 with 299 goals. Playing as a centre-forward, his remarkable goal-scoring feats spanned the 1970s and 1980s, where he starred for clubs like AS Monaco and Reims, making him a legend in French football.
: As of 2024, Dimitri Payet holds the record for the most assists in Ligue 1 history, with a total of 130 assists. The attacking midfielder achieved this milestone during his successful stints with several clubs, including Marseille and Lille.
: Pierre Braine holds the record of being the oldest player in Ligue 1 history, aged almost 45 years in a Ligue 1 game in 1945.
: At 15 years and 225 days, Kalman Gerencseri is the youngest player in Ligue 1 history. The Frenchman played for Lens against Monaco in a Ligue 1 game in 1960.
: Notable players who have graced Ligue 1 include legends like Zinedine Zidane, George Weah, Thierry Henry, David Beckham, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Ronaldinho, Neymar, and Kylian Mbappe.
: Prominent managers in Ligue 1 include Arsene Wenger, Laurent Blanc, Carlo Ancelotti, Adi Hutter, Luis Enrique, etc.
: The Orange Velodrome in Marseille is the largest stadium in Ligue 1, with a capacity of 67,394 spectators. Home to Marseille since 1937, it is renowned for its electric atmosphere and hosting significant football events in France.
: Neymar is indeed the most expensive player in Ligue 1 history. His transfer from Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain in 2017 was valued at a record €222 million, which remains the highest transfer fee ever paid for a player.

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