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    Sweden Coach Defends Gyökeres Amid Arsenal Goal Drought

    Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal)
    October 2025

    Sweden boss Jon Dahl Tomasson defended Viktor Gyökeres after criticism over his six-game goal drought at Arsenal. Despite struggles in front of goal, Tomasson insists Gyökeres’ work rate, space creation, and movement remain vital.
    Gyökeres scored three times in his first four Arsenal matches, including a debut brace against Leeds, but has since gone quiet. Tomasson compared him to Erling Haaland — dangerous with few touches. Gyökeres dismissed criticism, stressing adaptation takes time and focus should remain on consistency. He’ll lead Sweden in qualifiers against Switzerland and Kosovo.

    PSG and FFF Clash Over Barcola Injury Row

    Bradley Barcola (PSG)
    October 2025

    PSG and the French Football Federation are in open conflict after Bradley Barcola withdrew from France duty with a hamstring injury. The FFF claimed it stemmed from a Champions League game, angering PSG who dispute that version and accuse the federation of breaching medical confidentiality.
    PSG insists the injury was recent and not chronic, rejecting the FFF’s statement. This follows disputes in September over injuries to Ousmane Dembélé and Désiré Doué. PSG see the latest communication as shifting blame, while the FFF argues it followed standard practice in explaining player withdrawals. The row highlights growing distrust, with PSG noting only two of their players were called up this break, down from five in September.

    Mbappé Faces Fitness Test After Ankle Sprain

    Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid)
    October 2025

    Mbappé sprained his ankle late in Madrid’s 3-1 win over Villarreal, despite scoring to set a career-best nine-game streak. He will be assessed before joining France’s World Cup qualifiers against Azerbaijan and Iceland.
    Substituted in the 83rd minute, Mbappé felt discomfort after scoring Madrid’s third. Alonso confirmed he remains first-choice penalty taker despite letting Vinícius take one earlier. France doctors will decide availability, with Madrid hopeful the issue is minor.

    Kane Calms Injury Fears After Bayern Knock

    Harry Kane (Bayern Munich)
    October 2025

    Harry Kane reassured fans after suffering an ankle knock in Bayern’s 3-0 win over Frankfurt. Subbed late, he confirmed it was just bone contact and expects to join England’s squad for upcoming friendlies and qualifiers.
    The striker scored his 11th Bundesliga goal in six games, a league record, before hobbling off. Kane said the impact was on a recurring sore spot but insists a few days’ rest will be enough before England duty.

    Bellingham Requests England Omission to Focus on Recovery

    Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid)
    October 2025

    Jude Bellingham asked Gareth Southgate to omit him from England’s October internationals to prioritize full recovery after a shoulder surgery. Despite returning early for Madrid games, he admitted he isn’t 100% fit and opted for caution.
    Marca reports Bellingham will stay in Madrid for a “mini pre-season” under Alonso during the break. England accepted the request, avoiding risks. He missed September’s camp too, underscoring Madrid’s role in managing his workload carefully.

    Chelsea Face Injury Crisis After Gruelling 2025 Calendar

    Chelsea
    October 2025

    Chelsea are in crisis with nine players unavailable and three first-team stars — Caicedo, Fernández, and Pedro — playing through pain after a punishing year that included a Club World Cup campaign in tough conditions. Maresca’s squad are stretched heading into a key clash with Liverpool.
    BlueCo’s modern sports-science systems can’t prevent fatigue from minimal rest and heavy workloads. Pedro was forced to play despite requesting a break, while Caicedo has been ever-present. Chelsea’s low running stats highlight a team managing survival mode while rivals push physically harder.

    Barcelona Sweating Over Lamine Yamal Setback

    Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)
    October 2025

    Lamine Yamal has again felt discomfort in his pubic area after facing PSG, casting doubt over his availability for Barcelona’s La Liga match against Sevilla and Spain’s October qualifiers. The 18-year-old recently missed three weeks with the same recurring injury.
    Barca are frustrated with Spain’s handling of his workload, with Flick publicly critical and Deco backing him. Luis de la Fuente fired back, defending the national team. If ruled out, Flick may turn to Rashford, Raphinha, or Ferran Torres to cover wide areas.

    Barcelona Handed Major Boost as Fermin Lopez Nears Comeback

    Fermin Lopez (Barcelona)
    October 2025

    Barcelona midfielder Fermin Lopez has resumed individual training after a muscle injury sidelined him since September 22. The 22-year-old, who scored twice in five early-season games, is expected to return against Girona following the international break, easing Hansi Flick’s midfield concerns.
    Lopez’s creativity and pressing have been sorely missed in Flick’s system. With Raphinha, Gavi, and Joan Garcia still sidelined, his return comes at a vital moment in a congested fixture list. Barcelona will carefully manage his recovery to avoid setbacks while targeting October 18 for his comeback.

    Newcastle Summer Signing Yoane Wissa Faces Extended Absence

    Yoane Wissa (Newcastle United)
    October 2025

    Newcastle’s £55m signing Yoane Wissa has been ruled out for an additional two weeks after specialist checks on his knee injury. Originally expected back after the break, he will now miss nearly two months, delaying his long-awaited debut for the Magpies.
    Eddie Howe confirmed Wissa’s recovery is progressing without complications, but he will only return around November 2 against West Ham. While the forward remains sidelined, Newcastle will rely on Jacob Ramsey, who is ahead of schedule in his ankle rehab and could face Nottingham Forest this weekend.

    Alexi Lalas Doubts Ricardo Pepi’s World Cup Chances After Injury

    Ricardo Pepi (PSV Eindhoven)
    October 2025

    Former USMNT star Alexi Lalas questioned Ricardo Pepi’s chances of making the 2026 World Cup roster after another knee injury ruled him out of October friendlies. With competition for striker spots intensifying, Pepi risks being edged out if absences continue.
    Speaking on his podcast, Lalas said injuries reduce Pepi’s chances of proving his worth compared to rivals. Despite scoring 13 goals in 33 caps, he now misses games against Australia and Ecuador. Pepi’s return timeline will be pivotal ahead of November’s qualifiers.

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