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Yamal makes bold Ballon d'Or claim

Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal has laid out a compelling case for why he should be crowned the best player in the world at the upcoming Ballon d’Or ceremony. The 19-year-old winger believes his unique flair and ability to entertain supporters sets him apart from almost every other elite player in European football today.

England Training And Press Conference - FIFA World Cup 2026

Tuchel backs Kane for Ballon d'Or & 2030 WC

Thomas Tuchel has thrown his full weight behind Harry Kane to become the first Englishman in over two decades to claim the Ballon d’Or. The Three Lions boss believes his captain is only getting better with age and sees no reason why the prolific striker cannot remain the focal point of the national team for years to come.

Nations League winner odds: Four teams targeting Nations League glory

2026 World Cup winners Spain aren’t currently fancied as the favourites to lift the 2026/27 Nations League, sitting second behind France.

Palmer doesn’t ‘play games’ amid England ‘injury’ questions

Cole Palmer does not “play games” and will be nursing an injury, Chelsea legend Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has told GOAL, with the Blues star facing England withdrawal questions. Having been snubbed by Thomas Tuchel for 2026 World Cup duty, the Stamford Bridge talisman has ruled himself out of action after earning a UEFA Nations League recall.

Why Trent deserves ‘praise’ for earning England recall the hard way

Trent Alexander-Arnold deserves plenty of “praise” for earning an England recall, Emile Heskey has told GOAL, with the Real Madrid defender choosing to remain quiet when being snubbed by Thomas Tuchel for 2026 World Cup duty. The German tactician is not the first international coach to overlook Alexander-Arnold, but the former Liverpool star has mastered the art of biting his tongue.

'Didn’t know it was a thing' - Bellingham stunned after receiving surprise World Cup award

Jude Bellingham has finally got his hands on his World Cup Bronze Boot, though the Real Madrid superstar admitted he was completely unaware the trophy even existed. The 23-year-old was one of the standout performers in North America, leading the charge for the Three Lions as they secured their best finish at the tournament in six decades.

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