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Salah benched as Slot swings the axe at Liverpool

Mohamed Salah
November 2025

Mohamed Salah was dropped to the bench for Liverpool’s trip to West Ham as Arne Slot reacted to a brutal 4-1 home defeat to PSV and a run of six league losses in seven games, choosing a reshuffled forward line after four matches in ten days. Slot told Sky Sports he is simply rotating in a packed schedule, pointing out he has “many good players” and that big names like Alexander Isak or Florian Wirtz have also sat out, insisting the focus is on the eleven selected rather than framing it as a permanent demotion for Salah.

Real Madrid walk away from Ibrahima Konate deal amid form slump

Ibrahima Konate
November 2025

Real Madrid have informed Liverpool they no longer intend to move for Ibrahima Konate, ending the defender’s hopes of a dream Santiago Bernabeu switch at the same time as his Anfield future remains unresolved with contract talks still stuck and his deal running down. Liverpool first tried to extend Konate’s contract in 2023, but recent errors and a poor display in the 4-1 defeat to PSV have dragged focus from negotiations. With Madrid out of the race he can still speak to foreign clubs in January while Slot keeps picking him amid a thin defensive group.

LeBron edges toward season debut after sciatica layoff in record 23rd year

LeBron James (Los Angeles Lakers)
November 2025

LeBron James has rejoined full practice with the Lakers after weeks sidelined by sciatica and lingering knee issues, assessing how his body responds before deciding whether to make his season debut in what would be a record 23rd NBA campaign. The 40-year-old admits his lungs and legs still need work after missing training camp and the opener, but he has ramped up through G League sessions and full five-on-five. He says pain management and conditioning will dictate his return as JJ Redick finally gets his full roster together.

Sweden collapse to Kosovo as Tomasson faces revolt

Sweden National Team
October 2025

Sweden suffered a humiliating 1-0 home defeat to Kosovo, leaving them bottom of their World Cup qualifying group with one point from four games. A Fisnik Asllani strike sealed Kosovo’s double over Sweden, sparking fury from fans and pressure on coach Jon Dahl Tomasson.
Star forwards Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres failed to convert chances as Sweden’s attack misfired again. Reports claim senior players have lost confidence in Tomasson, whose late lineup reveal unsettled the squad. Anthony Elanga publicly criticised the system after being left out.

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