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    Davies Set to Miss Canada’s World Cup Opener

    Alphonso Davies, Canada, Jesse Marsch, Bayern Munich
    25 May 2026

    Alphonso Davies is expected to miss Canada’s opening World Cup match against Bosnia-Herzegovina because of a hamstring injury. Jesse Marsch still believes the Bayern Munich full-back will play a part later in the tournament after joining camp.

    Davies was hurt during Bayern’s Champions League semi-final against Paris Saint-Germain and has endured an injury-hit season. Canada invited him to camp, but Marsch said he is unlikely to be ready for the 12 June opener.

    McLeish Wants St Mirren Job After Survival Escape

    Craig McLeish, St Mirren, Partick Thistle
    25 May 2026

    Craig McLeish wants to stay as St Mirren manager after guiding the club to Scottish Premiership survival. Marcus Fraser’s goal sealed a 2-1 aggregate play-off win over Partick Thistle after a turbulent league campaign.

    McLeish was promoted from the youth setup after Stephen Robinson left for Aberdeen and inherited a side sliding toward relegation. He admitted talks will follow, while senior players said a full pre-season could help him.

    Spain Name World Cup Squad With No Real Madrid Players

    Spain, Luis de la Fuente, Real Madrid, Lamine Yamal
    25 May 2026

    Spain named their 26-man World Cup squad without a single Real Madrid player for the first time in the country’s tournament history. Lamine Yamal was included, while Dean Huijsen and Dani Carvajal missed out on selection.

    Luis de la Fuente selected eight Barcelona players and said club origin did not influence his choices. Madrid’s Spanish core has struggled this season, while Barcelona, Atletico Madrid and several Premier League clubs supplied key names.

    Shaw Makes City U-Turn With New Deal Until 2030

    Khadija Shaw, Manchester City, Chelsea
    25 May 2026

    Khadija Shaw signed a new four-year Manchester City contract until 2030, reversing expectations that she would leave the Women’s Super League champions. Chelsea had been favourites after renewal talks broke down, but Shaw announced her stay during City’s celebrations.

    The striker had just finished as WSL top scorer for a third straight season and won major individual awards. City pushed late to keep their record scorer, with Shaw saying the club still felt like home.

    James and Diaz Lead Colombia’s World Cup Squad

    James Rodriguez, Luis Diaz, Colombia
    25 May 2026

    James Rodriguez and Luis Diaz were named in Colombia’s final World Cup squad as the team returns to the tournament after missing 2022. Daniel Munoz, Jefferson Lerma and David Ospina were also included in Nestor Lorenzo’s group.

    Rodriguez made the squad despite limited minutes at Minnesota United and a March illness scare. Colombia will prepare with friendlies against Costa Rica and Jordan before facing Uzbekistan, DR Congo and Portugal in Group K.

    FIFA Faces U.S. Legal Threat Over Iran Flag Ban

    FIFA, Institute for Voices of Liberty, Iran
    25 May 2026

    FIFA has been threatened with legal action in the United States over reported plans to ban the pre-revolutionary Iran flag at World Cup venues. The Institute for Voices of Liberty has demanded written assurances from football’s governing body.

    The group argues the flag is protected symbolic speech in California and the wider United States. FIFA’s venue guidance reportedly treats the flag as political, while Iran’s federation has pushed for respect of its official national flag.

    Ronaldo Card Sells for Record $1.35m

    Cristiano Ronaldo, Fanatics Collect, Panini
    24 May 2026

    A rare Cristiano Ronaldo 1-of-1 Panini Kaboom trading card has sold privately for $1.35 million. The sale set a new record for a Ronaldo card and became one of football’s biggest memorabilia transactions.

    The 2018 card shows Ronaldo during his Juventus spell and was sold through Fanatics Collect. It ranks behind a $1.5 million Lionel Messi rookie card but above a $1.33 million Pele rookie card.

    Simeone Says Alvarez Has Already Made Transfer Decision

    Diego Simeone, Julian Alvarez, Atletico Madrid
    25 May 2026

    Diego Simeone has fuelled uncertainty over Julian Alvarez’s future by saying the striker has already made his decision. Alvarez continues to be linked with Barcelona, Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain before the summer window opens.

    Simeone refused to give firm guarantees after Atletico Madrid’s 5-1 defeat to Villarreal, saying the question belonged to Alvarez. His answer added pressure around a player who has attracted interest from several major European clubs.

    Mourinho’s Real Madrid Return Held Up by Election Fight

    Jose Mourinho, Real Madrid, Florentino Perez, Enrique Riquelme
    25 May 2026

    Jose Mourinho’s expected Real Madrid return has reportedly been delayed by the club’s presidential election. A verbal agreement is said to be in place, but Florentino Perez must first deal with Enrique Riquelme’s challenge.

    The political fight at the Bernabeu has shifted attention away from the managerial announcement. Mourinho is reportedly waiting for Perez to secure his mandate before the club confirms the next major change in the dugout.

    Haaland Claims Third Premier League Golden Boot

    Erling Haaland, Manchester City, Igor Thiago
    24 May 2026

    Erling Haaland won his third Premier League Golden Boot in four seasons after scoring 27 goals in 35 league appearances. The Manchester City striker joined Alan Shearer and Harry Kane as a three-time winner.

    Haaland missed City’s final-day defeat by Aston Villa but still finished five goals clear of Brentford’s Igor Thiago. Only Mohamed Salah and Thierry Henry now have more Golden Boot wins in Premier League history.

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