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Jude Bellingham Birmingham

Brady to bring Bellingham back? Homecoming transfer date set

A potential date for Jude Bellingham to complete a stunning homecoming transfer that takes him back to Birmingham City has been set by Peaky Blinders creator and avid Blues supporter Steven Knight. A home-grown hero bid farewell to his West Midlands roots in 2020, and is now with Real Madrid, but could steps be retraced in the next five years?

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Middlesbrough v Preston North End - Sky Bet Championship

📽️ | Thompson faces FA heat after bottle incident

The Football Association (FA) has been urged to take individual action against Jordan Thompson after the Preston North End midfielder kicked a water bottle into the stands, striking a spectator. The incident occurred during the 2-0 defeat at Norwich City, a result that further compounds the pressure on manager Paul Heckingbottom.

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Andy Robertson Liverpool 2024-25

Wrexham urged to make 'extraordinary' move for Liverpool's Robertson

Liverpool legend Andy Robertson has been touted as a dream target for Hollywood-owned Wrexham as his career at Anfield reaches a crossroads. Despite his decorated history on Merseyside, the veteran full-back has seen his involvement plummet this season following the arrival of fresh defensive competition. While a drop to the lower leagues remains speculative, the prospect of the Scotland captain leading the Red Dragons' project has sparked significant debate.

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Derby County v West Bromwich Albion - Sky Bet Championship

USMNT striker Agyemang in demand as EPL duo eye summer transfer

Crystal Palace have emerged as serious contenders to sign USMNT star Patrick Agyemang as they look to overhaul their attacking options. The Eagles are actively planning for life after Jean-Philippe Mateta, who nearly departed for AC Milan in January and is widely expected to find a new home this summer. Despite the presence of Jorgen Strand Larsen and Eddie Nketiah, Palace view Agyemang as a versatile profile that can bolster their front line.

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Rob Mac bizarrely reveals Beckham call during Wrexham loss

Wrexham co-owner Rob Mac has revealed a surreal moment during the club's FA Cup clash with Chelsea, admitting he was on FaceTime with David Beckham. Despite the deafening noise at the Racecourse, the Hollywood star tried to navigate a video call with the England legend while the game was going on.

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Wrexham AFC v Swansea City - Sky Bet Championship

🎥| Chaos as Rob & Ryan commentate on Wrexham's Swansea showdown

Wrexham's fairy-tale rise continues to find new ways to grab the headlines, with celebrity owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac taking on a unique new role. To celebrate five years since their transformative takeover of the Welsh outfit, the A-list duo joined the Sky Sports commentary team for the highly anticipated Friday night derby against Swansea.

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Blow for Wrexham's PL hopes as key player faces significant injury layoff

Wrexham's dreams of a historic rise to the Premier League have been hit with a major setback following the news that star striker Kieffer Moore is set for a spell on the sidelines. The Wales international, who is the Red Dragons' leading marksman with 13 goals this term, sustained a hamstring injury during the thrilling 4-2 FA Cup fifth-round defeat to Chelsea. The 33-year-old missed Tuesday's defeat to Hull City and is expected to sit out at least another three crucial Championship fixtures, leaving a significant void in Phil Parkinson's attacking arsenal.

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Oxford United v Bristol City - Sky Bet Championship

Oxford player tragically dies aged 15 after collapsing during game

A 15-year-old Oxford United academy player, Amelia Aplin, has died after collapsing during a youth match against Fulham. The tragic incident occurred at the club's Horspath training centre on Saturday. Oxford United, the Football Association, and the wider football community have expressed immense sadness, and the senior women's team's weekend fixture was postponed.

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Is Reynolds buying Brazilian club?! Wrexham co-owner responds

Wrexham co-owner Ryan Reynolds has responded to reports suggesting that he is preparing to expand his football empire by acquiring a team in Brazil. Santa Cruz are the club in question, with it claimed that they could become the latest side to welcome A-list investors through the doors. Deadpool actor Reynolds has sought to calm that speculation.

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Wrexham AFC v Watford - Sky Bet Championship

'Like a dream' - Rob Mac thanks Wrexham and Chelsea

Wrexham co-owner Rob McElhenney has admitted that the club's incredible journey "feels like a dream" after the Red Dragons pushed Chelsea to the absolute limit in a pulsating FA Cup fifth-round encounter. Despite a heartbreaking 4-2 defeat after extra-time at the Racecourse Ground, the Hollywood star was overcome with emotion following a performance that saw the Championship outfit twice take the lead against their illustrious Premier League visitors.

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Ryan Reynolds Blake Lively Wrexham 2026

'What. A. Game' - Lively & Reynolds smile through Wrexham pain

Blake Lively was able to smile through Wrexham’s FA Cup pain alongside husband Ryan Reynolds, with the Hollywood superstars enjoying the sense of occasion as the Red Dragons suffered a heartbreaking fifth round defeat to Chelsea. Premier League giants were pushed all the way at SToK Racecourse, requiring extra-time in order to seal a 4-2 win, with A-list guests revelling in the drama that professional sport generates.

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📽️ | Reynolds receives 'make it to the Prem' message from Chelsea

Chelsea co-owner Behdad Eghbali was spotted sharing a private moment with Wrexham's co-chairman Ryan Reynolds in the aftermath of a pulse-pounding FA Cup fifth-round encounter at the Racecourse Ground. Following the Red Dragons' 4-2 defeat in extra time, the Blues supremo made it clear he wants to see the Welsh outfit on the same stage as the Premier League heavyweights permanently.

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Frank Lampard Coventry

Lampard & Coventry get ‘disaster’ PL promotion warning

Frank Lampard and Coventry City have been warned that it could be a “disaster” if they fail to secure automatic promotion into the Premier League this season, given how dominant they have been in the Championship at times. Sky Blues legend Gary McAllister has told GOAL why a “big decision” in the dugout is paying off for a club that has been out of the top-flight for 25 years.

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Wrexham EPL audition

Wrexham can show they're EPL-ready by beating Chelsea

When Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney bought Wrexham in 2020, the Welsh club were a long way from the Premier League. Back then, the Red Dragons were still in the National League, the top tier of non-league. But since returning to the EFL in 2023, Wrexham's rise has been literally unprecedented, becoming the first team in English football to achieve three successive promotions. Now, they're after a fourth.

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Championship play-offs to feature SIX teams from next season

The Championship is set for a radical transformation next season after English Football League clubs officially agreed to expand the play-off format to include six teams. In a historic move designed to keep the promotion race alive for more clubs deep into the season, the traditional four-team lottery will be replaced by a more inclusive structure that will see teams finishing as low as eighth place retain a shot at reaching the Premier League.

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Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac

Wrexham co-owners Reynolds & Mac land surprise Sky Sports job

Wrexham co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac are set to make their broadcasting debut in English football after signing a unique deal with Sky Sports. The Hollywood duo will provide exclusive live commentary for the club's upcoming Championship clash against Swansea City, offering supporters a first-of-its-kind alternative viewing experience. This innovative move marks another milestone in the pair's transformative five-year ownership of the Welsh side.

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Manchester United v Crystal Palace - Premier League

PL clubs propose compensation fee limit for EFL academy signings

English football’s youth development system could face major changes as Premier League teams seek to cap the compensation fees paid to EFL clubs for academy players. Driven by post-Brexit recruitment challenges, the top flight wants to control rising costs for domestic prospects. Lower-league clubs will discuss the proposal this week alongside broader financial overhauls.

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Bournemouth v Liverpool - Premier League

Wrexham tipped to launch sensational Robertson transfer swoop

Former Liverpool defender Glen Johnson believes Wrexham could be a viable destination for Andy Robertson if the Scotland captain leaves Anfield this summer. With the Red Dragons continuing their meteoric rise under Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac, the potential addition of a Champions League winner is seen as the ultimate statement of intent for the ambitious Welsh club.

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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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