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Biggest stars who failed to qualify for World Cup 2026

We are now just over two months out from the 2026 World Cup finals in the United States, Canada and Mexico, with all 48 teams now locked in following the culmination of the various play-offs during the March international break. All of the pre-tournament favourites made it safely through qualifying, including Spain, Brazil, England, France and defending champions Argentina.

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Slovenia boss warns Man Utd over Sesko

Slovenia head coach Bostjan Cesar has sent a clear message to Manchester United, insisting he will not be "pushed around" regarding Benjamin Sesko’s international availability. The highly-rated striker has withdrawn from the current squad to manage a fitness issue, but his national team boss is demanding more respect from the Old Trafford giants.

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Owen urges Man Utd to find 'upgrade' on Sesko

Michael Owen has cast doubt over Benjamin Sesko’s long-term future as Manchester United’s primary centre-forward, despite the Slovenian's recent resurgence under Michael Carrick. The former England striker believes the £74 million signing lacks the elite quality required to anchor a sustained Premier League title challenge. While Sesko’s form has improved significantly in recent weeks, Owen insists an "upgrade" will be necessary if the Red Devils want to return to the summit of English football.

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Man Utd injury update: Red Devils confirm Sesko & Mbeumo blows

Manchester United duo Benjamin Sesko and Bryan Mbeumo have withdrawn from international duty with injuries, the club has confirmed. The pair have been crucial to the Red Devils' recent turnaround, helping to fire Michael Carrick's side up to third in the Premier League, but will now spend the March break at home rather than represent Slovenia and Cameroon respectively.

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Ex-Spurs boss apologises for scathing Sesko criticism

Ex-Tottenham boss Tim Sherwood has apologised for his previous criticism of Benjamin Sesko amid the Manchester United forward's improved form under Michael Carrick. Having once claimed that Sesko was "not good enough" for a club the size of United, Sherwood admitted he has been proven wrong by the 22-year-old’s recent performances. The pundit praised the "attitude" shown by Sesko during his resurgence.

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How Sesko was convinced to snub Newcastle and move to Man Utd

Manchester United made a special pitch to Benjamin Sesko which convinced him to join the Red Devils over Newcastle despite the Magpies offering him a higher salary. Sesko was the subject of interest from Arsenal and Newcastle last summer before opting to move to Old Trafford in a £74 million ($99m) signing and after a slow start he is beginning to pay off the fee with a spate of goals since January.

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Carrick reveals true feelings on Man Utd fans singing his name

Michael Carrick’s audition for the permanent Manchester United job received a further boost on Sunday as the Old Trafford faithful made their feelings clear during a gritty 2-1 comeback victory over Crystal Palace. Since stepping in as interim boss, the former midfield maestro has overseen a remarkable transformation in fortunes, with the Red Devils now climbing into third place in the Premier League table. Supporters serenaded their former captain towards full-time of the contest, with United having extended his unbeaten run to seven matches.

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Bruno bails out United as Sesko sends Red Devils up to third

Manchester United came from behind to secure a 2-1 win over Crystal Palace on Sunday that lifts them to third place in the Premier League table. The Red Devils were not at their best for much of the afternoon, but benefitted from a Maxence Lacroix red card to turn the game around in the second half through goals from Bruno Fernandes and the in-form Benjamin Sesko.

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Sesko reveals truth about Berbatov shooting advice

Benjamin Sesko has revealed the truth about rumours he has been taking shooting advice from Dimitar Berbatov amid his scoring hot streak for Manchester United. Sesko fired the Red Devils to a priceless 1-0 win at Everton on Monday, scoring his sixth goal in seven appearances and his eighth in total as he continues to pay off his £74m ($100m) transfer fee since arriving from RB Leipzig last summer.

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Sesko makes feelings clear on Man Utd super sub role

Benjamin Sesko spoke about his self-belief after snatching a vital victory for Manchester United at Everton and gave his true feelings on still not starting a game under Michael Carrick. Sesko's strike decided a stodgy encounter at the Hill Dickinson Stadium which sent United three points clear of Chelsea and Liverpool in the race to finish in the Premier League's top four.

Frequently asked questions

Cole Palmer is an extremely technical player who features as either a central attacking midfielder or a right winger for Chelsea. He is left-footed, which allows him to cut in from the right flank when he's used as a winger.

Cole Palmer was born in Wythenshawe, Manchester, in England.

Cole Palmer wears the No. 20 shirt at Chelsea, assigned to him when the club signed him from Manchester City in 2023.

Cole Palmer stands at 1.89m (6ft 2in) tall. Although he's not the quickest offensive player, he possesses exceptional technical ability and game sense.

Chelsea talisman Cole Palmer weighs 74kg (163 lbs).

Cole Palmer joined the Manchester City youth setup for their under-eights in 2010, despite growing up as a Manchester United fan.

Cole Palmer is yet to become a father.

Although the English international is yet to confirm it publicly, he was spotted on a vacation in Ibiza with manicurist and influencer Connie Grace shortly after the completion of Euro 2024, sparking rumours of a relationship.