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    Real Madrid “forget” Mastantuono as Argentina grows uneasy over vanishing minutes

    Franco Mastantuono
    February 2026

    Franco Mastantuono has not played a minute in Real Madrid’s last three matches, triggering criticism and concern in Argentina ahead of key national-team dates. Despite arriving for €45m and strong expectations, he has fallen out of the rotation under both Alonso and Arbeloa, including being unused while Madrid chased a late equaliser vs Osasuna. Argentina staff are reportedly worried he will lose match rhythm ahead of March’s Finalissima vs Spain and the 2026 World Cup build-up.

    Slot expects Wirtz back soon after late warm-up withdrawal in Liverpool win at Forest

    Florian Wirtz
    February 2026

    Florian Wirtz was pulled from Liverpool’s starting XI during warm-ups due to a back issue, but Arne Slot said it does not look serious and hopes he returns next week. Wirtz felt his back “too much” to be close to full fitness, so Slot replaced him with Curtis Jones. Liverpool still won 1-0 through Mac Allister’s 96th-minute goal, and Slot stressed that in the Premier League you must be at 100 percent to play, even if you are elite on the ball.

    Loftus-Cheek to undergo surgery after jaw collision causes tooth loss and rare bone fracture

    Ruben Loftus-Cheek
    February 2026

    Ruben Loftus-Cheek suffered a fracture of the alveolar bone after a collision with Parma goalkeeper Edoardo Corvi and is set for surgery, with a lengthy lay-off expected. Loftus-Cheek jumped for a header and was struck in the jaw by Corvi’s attempt to punch the ball. He was stretchered off, did not lose consciousness, but lost teeth and was diagnosed with an alveolar bone fracture that supports the tooth sockets, which could sideline him for months and damage his England World Cup hopes.

    Chelsea confirm Estevao Willian ruled out vs Burnley as Rosenior names attacking lineup

    Estêvão Willian
    February 2026

    Chelsea confirmed Estêvão Willian will miss the Burnley match, with Liam Rosenior selecting an attack built around João Pedro, Cole Palmer, Pedro Neto, and Enzo Fernández. Rosenior’s match squad excludes Estêvão, while Chelsea aim to win and push into the top four; the named XI includes a Caicedo–Andrey Santos midfield base and a back line featuring James, Fofana, Chalobah, and Gusto.

    Neymar admits retirement after 2026 is possible as injuries persist

    Neymar
    February 2026

    Neymar says he could retire at the end of 2026, describing uncertainty about his future as he manages recurring injuries and prioritises a Brazil recall and another World Cup run. After knee issues and surgery in December 2025, Neymar has returned to Santos and agreed an extension through the end of the year, but says he will decide longer-term plans only after pursuing national-team goals and assessing how his body responds.

    Kyrie Irving ACL tear ends season as Mavericks pivot to Cooper Flagg era

    Kyrie Irving
    February 2026

    Kyrie Irving tore his left ACL and will miss the season, the first full-season absence of his 15-year career. Dallas is set to build around No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg with Irving expected to stay engaged as a mentor during rehab. The injury landed amid major roster upheaval after the Doncic trade, a brief and disrupted Davis stint, and a further pivot away from that move. Dallas plans to re-center the project on Flagg, with team leadership highlighting Irving’s influence and ongoing involvement while he recovers.

    Zinchenko ruled out for season after knee injury on Ajax debut start

    Oleksandr Zinchenko
    February 2026

    Zinchenko suffered a serious knee injury minutes into his first home start for Ajax, forcing an early exit and ruling him out for the remainder of the season pending recovery and rehabilitation. The defender injured his left knee in an early clash and required on-field treatment before being withdrawn. Ajax await MRI confirmation, but early indications suggest long-term absence that could jeopardise his World Cup involvement.

    Mbappe fitness unclear ahead of Benfica Champions League playoff

    Kylian Mbappe
    February 2026

    Real Madrid released an injury note on Mbappe before the Champions League playoff trip to Benfica, after he was an unused substitute versus Real Sociedad. The provided text does not include the medical conclusion, so his match availability is unclear here. The tie renews a recent Lisbon meeting that Benfica won 4-2, with Mbappe scoring both Real Madrid goals, including a late Trubin header that flipped the standings. Madrid play in Lisbon Tuesday and host the return leg next week, making fitness decisions urgent.

    Bardghji Frozen Out as Minutes Dry Up at Barcelona

    Roony Bardghji
    February 2026

    Bardghji is struggling for game time at Barcelona, featuring sparingly despite the club’s congested fixture list across domestic and European competitions. He has played only five of Barcelona’s 12 matches this year, logging roughly 160 minutes from a possible 500. Cameos have been brief, often around ten minutes, continuing a season-long pattern where he has periodically dropped out of the rotation entirely.

    Tuchel Warns Bellingham Fitness Is a “Race Against Time” for World Cup Build-Up

    Thomas Tuchel
    February 2026

    Tuchel says Bellingham is pushing to be fit for March, but England may be forced to decide late given reports his hamstring issue could keep him out for longer than first expected. Tuchel says Real Madrid are more cautious on timelines, England are in contact, and he is optimistic but not sure. The implication is he might have to select without full proof of fitness.

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