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The 2026 World Cup is almost here. After years of build-up, dramatic qualifiers and numerous good - and bad - news stories surrounding FIFA's flagship finals, players and coaches from around the world are completing their last preparations before descending on the United States, Mexico and Canada in June for the biggest international football tournament to ever have been staged.

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Barcelona tracking Simons & FOUR other Tottenham players

Barcelona are reportedly preparing a "cut-price" raid on Tottenham as the north London club faces the unthinkable prospect of relegation from the Premier League. With Spurs embroiled in a desperate survival battle, the Blaugrana are monitoring five of their star assets - including La Masia graduate Xavi Simons - as they look to capitalise on the crisis at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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'I'm heartbroken' - Xavi Simons ruled out of World Cup

Tottenham Hotspur have been dealt a catastrophic blow in their fight for Premier League survival following the news that Xavi Simons has been ruled out for the remainder of the season. The Dutch international suffered a serious knee injury during Saturday's clash with Wolves, with subsequent scans confirming the worst-case scenario for both club and country. Simons gave wrote an emotional message regarding the situation he is currently facing, confirming the news that his World Cup dream is also over.

Spurs boss De Zerbi delivers Simons & Solanke injury updates

Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi provided updates on Xavi Simons and Dominic Solanke after both attackers suffered injuries during a vital 1-0 victory over Wolves. The win offers Spurs a lifeline in their desperate relegation battle, but losing their star duo could severely impact their fight for Premier League survival.

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De Zerbi talks up his 'special connection' with Simons at Spurs

Roberto De Zerbi believes his past as a creative midfielder has helped him form an immediate bond with Xavi Simons at Tottenham. The new Spurs boss praised the playmaker’s "great" performance against Brighton last time out, but has also demanded even more as the club bids to avoid relegation from the Premier League.

Blocked star transfer makes headlines: Hoeneß confirms Bayern bust-up

Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeneß has disclosed details of a major leadership row at the club last summer.

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Van Dijk reveals Simons chat after red-card challenge

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk insisted Xavi Simons did not intend to hurt him in a challenge which led to the Spurs midfielder being sent off in Saturday’s Premier League clash between the two teams. The defender revealed he spoke to his Netherlands team-mate following the tackle which led to his first-half dismissal at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Kudus & Simons star for Spurs in victory over Slavia

Tottenham kept their Champions League campaign on track with a resounding 3-0 win over Czech side Slavia Prague. Spurs deservedly took the lead through a David Zima own goal in the 26th minute in a frenetic first half that saw the visitors deploy a risky man-to-man setup in defence. The hosts made their dominance tell in the second half, as Xavi Simons and Mohamed Kudus both scored from the penalty spot.

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Bayern chief aims dig at struggling Premier League trio

Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeness says the club gained a “huge advantage” by deciding against pursuing big-money moves for Benjamin Sesko, Xavi Simons and Jamie Gittens. The Bundesliga heavyweights were strongly linked with all three players before their respective switches to Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea in the summer.

Henry raises doubts about Simons after slow Spurs start

Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has questioned whether Xavi Simons has the capabilities to adapt to the rigours of the Premier League after a slow start at Tottenham. Spurs edged out Chelsea to sign the playmaker for £52 million this summer but so far, the former RB Leipzig star has struggled to make an impact. While Henry has his doubts about the Dutchman, he did admit to having an anti-Bundesliga bias.

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Spurs star Simons vows to keep 'working'

Tottenham's marquee summer signing Xavi Simons has admitted his start to life in north London has fallen shy of the high expectations which followed him when he joined from RB Leipzig for £60.5m ($82m). Simons has struggled to impose himself on matches and was ignominiously substituted off after being brought on as a replacement for the injured Lucas Bergvall in the recent 1-0 defeat by London rivals Chelsea.

Wirtz & Simons next? Biggest BuLi to EPL transfer flops

'The Bundesliga Tax'. It's a phrase that has become more prominent amongst supporters over the past decade or so, used to describe the growing trend of players who have lit up the German top-flight who have been sold to Premier League clubs for big money, only to fail to replicate that same form when arriving in England.

Frank plays down rift with Simons despite double-sub

Thomas Frank claimed he isn't worried about Xavi Simons' form or confidence despite double-substituting him during Tottenham's 1-0 defeat at home to Chelsea on Saturday evening. Spurs mustered only three shots, one of which was on target, throughout over 90 minutes of football and were loudly booed off at full-time by an anxious home crowd.

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Revealed: How Simons' move to Bayern broke despite agreement

Xavi Simons was extremely close to joining Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich, but a late decision from the upper management resulted in the move fading away. As a result, Simons signed for Tottenham in England, while the German side opted to bring in Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea on loan late in the summer transfer window.

Frank compares Simons to Wirtz amid playmakers' struggles

Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank compared Xavi Simons to Liverpool's Florian Wirtz as the playmakers continue to struggle for form since swapping the Bundesliga for the Premier League in the summer. Simons left RB Leipzig to complete his move to Spurs, while Wirtz joined the Reds from former German champions Bayer Leverkusen as the Merseyside broke the British transfer record at that time.

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