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Declan Rice is promoted into Gareth Southgate's England leadership group joining Harry Kane, Harry Maguire and Kyle Walker after becoming a key part of the Three Lions set up ahead of next summer's Euros
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SAMI MOKBEL: Declan Rice has been elevated into England's leadership group, a move that underpins his growing seniority under head coach Gareth Southgate. One of the key aspects of Southgate's reign has been the formation of leadership committee - a chosen group of players who effectively take on the responsibilities of a captain during international windows. The group remains an important facet of Southgate's tenure, although the mixture of players included in the group from camp to camp has been kept informal during recent get togethers....read
Ilkay Gundogan reveals Germany have 'no confidence' and are in a 'mental fight with themselves' after humiliating 4-1 thrashing by Japan - leading to boss Hansi Flick's sacking
10/09/23 14:21Ilkay Gundogan has admitted that Germany have 'no confidence' and are in a 'mental fight with themselves' after the team's loss to Japan.Man United's new signing Hinata Miyazawa was a late bloomer... but after winning the Women's World Cup Golden Boot, the Japan star is ready to take the WSL by storm
07/09/23 19:00KATHRYN BATTE: It's been a whirlwind two months for Manchester United's new signing Hinata Miyazawa, who won the Golden Boot at the Women's World Cup.Germany blamed England and Holland for 'caving in' on OneLove armband at World Cup as Amazon documentary reveals how it threw their campaign into chaos, with players discussing the issue HOURS before Japan loss
07/09/23 12:51Germany headed to the tournament with high hopes but their campaign was dominated by unrest between players, a perceived lack of support from fans back home and delicate political issues.How Germany's World Cup campaign fell apart: Players turning up late to meetings, Hansi Flick comparing his team to geese and cows - and a dour atmosphere at their remote hotel... Amazon documentary reveals their tumultuous time in Qatar
07/09/23 11:12Germany headed to the tournament with high hopes but their campaign was dominated by unrest between players, a perceived lack of support from fans back home and delicate political issues.Juan Mata signs for J-League club Vissel Kobe in Japan as he follows in Spanish compatriot Andres Iniesta's footsteps... as former Spain midfielder announces 'I'm here!'
03/09/23 13:38Juan Mata has joined Japanese club Vissel Kobe on a free transfer after winning the title with Turkish Super Lig side Galatasaray last season.Juan Mata 'is set for Japan move after rejecting Saudi offers' as former Man United and Chelsea star follows in Andres Iniesta's footsteps to join Vissel Kobe
02/09/23 11:07Juan Mata, the 35-year-old World Cup-winning midfielder, has chosen a move to Japanese club Vissel Kobe, according to The Athletic.Fulham line up a move for AZ Alkmaar defender Yukinari Sugawara after Kenny Tete emerged as a shock target for Bayern Munich - with Japan international valued at £10m
24/08/23 17:09EXCLUSIVE BY SAMI MOKBEL: The Cottagers have a firm interest in the £10million-rated Japan international, who is said to be keen on a move to the Premier League club.Mikel Arteta hits out at time-wasting inconsistencies after Takehiro Tomiyasu was sent off in Arsenal's 1-0 win over Crystal Palace... but Gunners boss says he 'absolutely loved' his side's performance
21/08/23 23:59Japan defender Tomiyasu was sent off at Selhurst Park, picking up a soft yellow card for a foul on Jordan Ayew just seven minutes after being cautioned for perceived time-wasting at a throw-in.Japan 1-2 Sweden: Amanda Ilestedt and Filippa Angeldal send Swedes into semi-finals, meaning the Women's World Cup will have a first-time winner
11/08/23 10:56JAPAN 1-2 SWEDEN: Japan never gave up the fight but Riko Ueki missed a 76th-minute penalty and her fellow substitute Honoka Hayashi's goal 11 minutes later proved too little, too late.Japan 3-1 Norway: Risa Shimizu and Hinata Miyazawa both score as Futoshi Ikeda's side book their place in the quarter-finals of the Women's World Cup
05/08/23 10:03Risa Shimizu and Hinata Miyazawa both scored to help Futoshi Ikeda's secure the win, in what was a captivating game of football.Japan took the lead after 15 minutes through an own goal.Japan 4-0 Spain: Hinata Miyazawa leads the charge as her side STUN one of the tournament favourites to win Group C with perfect record
31/07/23 08:55Futoshi Ikeda's side raced out of the blocks in New Zealand and took the lead when Hinata Miyazawa won a foot race to slide the ball past Misa Rodriguez and condemn Spain to their first goal conceded.Japan 2-0 Costa Rica: 2011 champions put one foot in the last-16 with first half double in two minutes in dominant display to set up top spot decider with Spain
26/07/23 07:46Two first half goals gave Japan a 2-0 win over Costa Rica at Dunedin Stadium on Wednesday to all but secure the 2011 champions a spot in the knockout rounds of the Women's World Cup.Yokohama F. Marinos 3-5 Manchester City: Pep Guardiola's side come from behind to earn first pre-season win in Tokyo
23/07/23 12:13Manchester City started their preparations for the new season with a 5-3 win over Japanese side Yokohama F. Marinos.Yokohama F. Marinos 3-5 Manchester City RECAP: Pep Guardiola's side come from behind to earn their first pre-season win in Tokyo
23/07/23 09:00Recap coverage of Manchester City's first pre-season game against Japanese side Yokohama F. Marinos with Mail Sport's live blog of Sunday's match below.Women's World Cup 2023 wallchart: Download and print off your guide to make sure you don't miss a SINGLE match
18/07/23 14:53With all the fixtures, kick-off times (UK time) and dates, this is your essential at-a-glance guide to the impending festival of football ahead of the big kick-off on Thursday, July 20.Arsenal confirm defender Takehiro Tomiyasu will be out for the rest of the SEASON after having knee surgery, in a blow to Mikel Arteta's title-chasers
21/03/23 17:39Tomiyasu limped off in the ninth minute of the Gunners' Europa League loss against Sporting CP last Thursday. And Mikel Arteta's side have confirmed he has suffered a 'significant knee injury'.Celtic complete the loan signing of Tomoki Iwata from Yokohama F Marinos - as Ange Postecoglou boosts his squad by adding a sixth Japanese player ahead of Premiership title push
30/12/22 15:33Iwata joins Ange Postecoglou's side on an initial loan deal but with an obligation to make the move permanent in the summer.The striker that benched Ronaldo, a Frenchman offered to Bayern before his stellar showing, and an American who needs to play... the stars that could use their World Cup displays to earn a transfer
29/12/22 04:07After a World Cup full of exciting moments, heightened drama, and individual brilliance, its time to see which teams are going to take a swing at players who stood out in Qatar.Morocco stun the world, Lionel Messi and Antoine Griezmann excel, while Cristiano Ronaldo's reputation takes a massive hit and Budweiser have a nightmare tournament... Sportsmail's WINNERS and LOSERS from the 2022 Qatar World Cup
21/12/22 22:00For the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Mexico and Budweiser, it has been a tournament to forget. Here Sportsmail takes a look at the winners and losers to come out of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.Argentina gave Lionel Messi the prize he craved and Morocco created history... while France fell agonisingly short and England were left to rue what might have been: World Cup report card for the 16 teams to make the knockout stages
20/12/22 21:00In an unpredictable tournament from start to finish, England and Brazil both eased into the knockout stages, but then fell at the quarter-finals, while Morocco and Croatia made the semi-finals.Lionel Messi reveals he tried to 'surprise' Croatian goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic with his penalty in the World Cup semi-final after studying his technique with Argentine No 1 Emi Martinez
15/12/22 10:14The Argentina skipper admitted that studying his opponent before his country 's semi-final showed that Livakovic preferred to wait for penalty takers to make the first move before reacting.Takehiro Tomiyasu makes U-turn on claims he needs to 'FORGET about football' following Japan's heartbreak World Cup exit - as he flies out to Dubai to join Arsenal teammates preparing for Premier League restart
09/12/22 17:44According to Sports Nippon , the Gunners' right-back did not join many of his teammates in returning to Japan and instead flew to Dubai, after the Samurai Blue's World Cup exit on Monday.PATHETIC penalties! Practice doesn't make perfect, goalkeepers have done their homework and a lack of conviction... the reasons why a staggering 42% have been fluffed at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar
07/12/22 22:31LEWIS STEELE: We've seen all manner of stuttering run-ups and feeble shots as the weight of pressure apparently afflicts everybody including veterans such as Spain's Sergio Busquets.Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu labels his performance in Japan's penalty shootout defeat against Croatia a 'DISASTER' and admits he needs 'time to forget about football' after their World Cup exit
06/12/22 11:20The Arsenal defender also said that he 'cannot be proud' of Japan's achievements at the World Cup despite their shock victories against Germany and Spain in the group stages.'What a numpty... get your facts straight': Jermaine Jenas is slammed by fans for praising Japan star Takumi Minamino's time in Germany... despite the former Liverpool forward having NEVER played in the country!
06/12/22 09:55Monaco's Minamino, 27, has played for Cerezo Osaka in Japan, Red Bull Salzburg in Austria, Liverpool, and Southampton (on loan) in England, and now in France - but not Germany.Cleaning up...even in defeat: Japan fans again win plaudits for picking up rubbish left in stands after heartbreaking penalty shootout defeat to Croatia at Qatar World Cup
05/12/22 23:28Supporters again were seen equipped with blue waste bags as they handpicked rubbish from underneath the seats of the Al Janoub Stadium following their defeat to Croatia.'I couldn't care LESS about the result… we will play from the back, like we have always done': Luis Enrique the enigma is sticking with his passing principles as Spain face Morocco for a place in the World Cup quarter-finals
05/12/22 22:30IAN HERBERT IN DOHA: Enrique ranged through far more profound matters than today's last-16 clash with Morocco, who now carry the hopes of the African and Arab worlds.PLAYER RATINGS: Goalkeeper Livakovic was the HERO in the shoot-out and Perisic provided Croatia's spark on an off-day for Kramaric... but Japan stopper Gonda can count himself unlucky
05/12/22 19:35Croatia flaunted their knockout experience and triumphed 3-1 on penalties against Japan to advance to the World Cup quarter-finals. Dominik Livakovic saved three penalties in the shoot-out.'It was too big for them': Pundits criticise Japan's woeful penalty technique after three of their four shootout attempts were saved to see their World Cup campaign ended by Croatia
05/12/22 18:28Japan's penalty technique has been mauled after they saw three of their four shots saved during their exit from the World Cup at the hands of Croatia.IAN HERBERT: Despite a finale which left Japan down on their haunches, there are new heroes for a nation who memorably beat Germany and Spain as the World Cup's surprise package
05/12/22 18:14IAN HERBERT AT AL JANOUB STADIUM: It was a not a conventional kind of support from the Nippon Ultras and the many others who gathered here to drive on Japan.Japan are knocked OUT of the World Cup on penalties by Croatia as goalkeeper Livakovic saves THREE woeful spot-kicks after 1-1 draw... with Japanese still awaiting first quarter-final appearance
05/12/22 11:02MATT BARLOW AT THE AL JANOUB STADIUM: Here go Croatia, inching across the board one square at a time, like the World Cup grandmasters of the grinding victory.WORLD CUP 2022 LIVE: Reaction from England's victory over Senegal as they now prepare to take on France in the quarter finals... while Japan gear up to take on Croatia and Brazil face South Korea
05/12/22 08:22Follow Sportsmail's live blog for all the latest news and updates from Qatar ahead of two games including Japan vs Croatia and Brazil vs South Korea.Japan must harness their samurai spirit to find a way past Croatia, insists veteran defender Yuto Nagatomo as he calls on his team-mates to go to 'battle' in their last-16 World Cup clash
04/12/22 23:17KATHRYN BATTE IN DOHA: Japan must call on their samurai spirit as they go to battle against Croatia in Monday's last 16 World Cup showdown according to veteran defender Yuto Nagatomo.FIFA stick the knife into Germany, as Arsene Wenger suggests 'teams who focused on political demonstrations' failed at the World Cup because they weren't 'mentally ready'
04/12/22 12:44MIKE KEEGAN and MATT BARLOW in DOHA: Arsene Wenger has taken a swipe at those who took a stance on political issues at the World Cup, claiming they underperformed on the pitch.MARK CLATTENBURG: Uruguay had every right to be angry after being knocked out of the World Cup, while Japan were LUCKY to go through, PLUS... Anthony Taylor was too hasty to blow his whistle in South Korea vs Ghana
03/12/22 22:47Refereeing decisions and VAR have had their fair share of scrutiny throughout this World Cup, with video technology again angering many. As a result, Sportsmail's Mark Clattenburg reflects.Japan look to continue their fairytale run against Croatia with a place in the quarter-finals at stake... but what time is kick-off? What TV channel is it on? What is their head-to-head record? And what is the team news?
03/12/22 11:26Having been placed in a group with Spain and Germany, it appeared Japan would have their work cut out to reach the knockout stages, but they managed to beat both European giants.IAN HERBERT: Catastrophe! Germans bemoan another group stage exit with die Mannschaft unrecognisable compared to the side that won the World Cup in 2014 after losing several of their quintessentially German qualities
02/12/22 22:30IAN HERBERT: Everywhere you looked on Thursday night, players seemed to be saying it was over. Thomas Muller's wave to the small enclave of Germans fans seemed imbued with significance.REVEALED: Japan's controversial goal against Spain was RIGHT to be given as a video released by FIFA conclusively proves the ball did NOT cross the line during the build-up - after pundits and fans were left in disbelief that the goal was given
02/12/22 16:03Images from FIFA - which Sportsmail can exclusively reveal - prove the decision for the goal to stand, which came after lengthy consultation by VAR, was the right one.Spain DELIBERATELY lost to Japan to avoid meeting favourites Brazil in the World Cup quarter-finals, claims Real Madrid and Mexico legend Hugo Sanchez... after their shock defeat knocked Germany out
02/12/22 13:20The claim is not being taken seriously in Spain especially in view of the controversial way the team went behind against Japan and their desperate - albeit failed - attempts to get back into the game.REVEALED: Japan's 18 per cent possession in their shock 2-1 win over Spain is the LOWEST a winning team has recorded in a World Cup match since 1966... after they also beat Germany with just 27 per cent of the ball!
02/12/22 10:21Hajime Moriyasu's side upset the odds in beating the two football giants - with five World Cups between them - to finish top of Group E and set up a seemingly winnable last-16 tie with Croatia.'It's sheer incompetence': There is no proof that VAR should have awarded Japan's controversial winner that ended up sending Germany home, Sportsmail's Mike Keegan tells WORLD CUP CONFIDENTIAL
02/12/22 09:04WORLD CUP CONFIDENTIAL: It's been 12 hours yet there is still no proof that Japan's goal was right to be awarded - with Sportmail experts questioning how with so much technology in place.'Absolute nonsense': Germany boss Hansi Flick blasts Bastian Schweinsteiger after pundit's assessment of his side's performance against Costa Rica, with the 2014 World Cup winner claiming 'the responsibility lies with the players'
02/12/22 00:46The former World Cup winner claimed that Flick bore little responsibility for the national side's shock group stage exit, before the ex-Bayern Munich coach insisted he was in fact to blame.'If I found that out, I would've had a heart attack!': Spain boss Luis Enrique admits he 'didn't know' his side were on the brink of World Cup elimination, after Costa Rica took a brief lead over Germany in group finale
02/12/22 00:16Enrique's side secured their place in the World Cup round of 16 after qualifying second in their group. They would've placed first though they fell to defeat against Japan.'You're left thinking that something untoward is going on': Graeme Souness and Gary Neville slam FIFA over lack of camera angles provided for viewers at World Cup after Japan's controversial goal against Spain was allowed to stand
01/12/22 22:10In their final group match, Japan took the lead against Spain when Ao Tanaka poked home from close range however replays showed that the ball appeared to go out of play in the build-up.'Now you know how it feels': England fans revel in Germany's World Cup exit as they compare Japan's winner against Spain to Frank Lampard's ghost goal in 2010 after complaints the ball went out
01/12/22 21:30England fans have revelled in Germany's shock World Cup exit after they were knocked out on goal difference despite beating Costa Rica 4-2 in their final group match.Japan 2-1 Spain: They've done it again! Japanese produce another stunning second-half World Cup turnaround to TOP their group, with Spain through on goal difference and Germany OUT after Ao Tanaka's controversial winner
01/12/22 15:00DOMINIC KING AT THE KHALIFA INTERNATIONAL STADIUM: Japan's players marched to see their giddy, disbelieving fans as Spain trooped back to the dressing rooms.WORLD CUP 2022 LIVE: Germany and Belgium will fight for a last-16 place in their Group E and F fixtures today... while Declan Rice insists England haven't got the 'credit they deserve' after topping Group B
01/12/22 08:23Canada vs Morocco and Croatia vs Belgium will take place this afternoon, while Costa Rica vs Germany and Japan vs Spain will be aired later this evening.World Cup 2022 RECAP: France rest Kylian Mbappe for Tunisia, while Australia and Denmark collide with Lionel Messi's Argentina to come... as FIFA consider a drastic rule change for the 2026 tournament
30/11/22 08:31Here is Sportsmail's live blog for all the latest news and updates from the Qatar World Cup, with live coverage from Sportsmail's MAX MATHEWS.Japan's Takefusa Kubo was a team-mate of Ansu Fati and Eric Garcia as a wonderkid at Barcelona - now the 21-year-old is gearing up for the 'biggest game of his life' against Spain as his side aim to reach the World Cup last 16
29/11/22 16:28The 21-year-old moved to Spain when he was 10 years old. He went on to form a prolific partnership with Ansu Fati in Barcelona's Under-12s, scoring 76 goals in one season as Fati scored 56.WORLD CUP PERMUTATIONS: What Switzerland and Serbia need to seal a spot in the last-16 in final World Cup group stage matches... after Spain, Japan and South Korea reached the next round
29/11/22 12:01The final round of the World Cup group stage begins on Tuesday - and below, Sportsmail takes you through the state-of-play in all eight groups below as sides battle to reach the last 16.'These guys are the real winners of the World Cup!' Japan's supporters continue to win army of fans online as they stay behind to clean up stadium AGAIN despite losing to Costa Rica
27/11/22 15:53Japan's supporters once again showed their class by staying behind to clean up the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium in Qatar despite conceding a late goal which saw them lose 1-0 to Costa Rica.WORLD CUP RECAP: Costa Rica beat Japan and Belgium take on Morocco before Croatia face Canada and Spain meet Germany later... and should both KANE and BELLINGHAM be dropped against Wales on Monday?
27/11/22 10:12Follow Sportsmail's live blog for all the latest news and updates from Qatar with four games from Groups E and F on Sunday.Japan 0-1 Costa Rica: Keysher Fuller is the hero as he nets stunner for his side's first goal of the World Cup, throwing Group E WIDE OPEN
27/11/22 06:09Victory for Costa Rica has blown the whole complexion of Group E wide open, as Spain, Japan and now Costa Rica sit on three points apiece, with the Spaniards set to play Germany later on.MATT BARLOW'S WORLD CUP DIARY: Travel issues might have caused Keane and Souness' confrontation... while there could be an unwanted hat-trick for commentator Sam Matterface when England face the USA!
24/11/22 22:31MATT BARLOW'S WORLD CUP DIARY: The 2022 World Cup in Qatar has provided football fans with several highs and lows, on and off the pitch - including a testy argument involving Roy Keane.'Why are you trying to mug the opposition off?' Gabby Agbonlahor lays into Antonio Rudiger for mocking Japan's Takuma Asano before Germany's shock World Cup defeat and claims he 'got his karma'
24/11/22 16:38Gabby Agbonlahor has hit out at Antonio Rudiger for his perceived mockery of a Japanese forward as Germany lost 2-1 in one of the shocks of the World Cup so far.Germany legend Lothar Matthaus claims Hansi Flick gave Japan 'an invitation to attack' by taking off Havertz, Muller and Musiala early in shock defeat - and compares it to when he was subbed off in 1999 Champions League final
24/11/22 12:21The German legend likened the result to Bayern Munich's last-minute defeat to Manchester United in the 1999 Champions League final - in which Matthaus was taken off late on.'We're here to play football, not to give a political message': Belgium's Eden Hazard takes aim at Germany for covering their mouths in protest of FIFA's OneLove armband ban before shock defeat against Japan
24/11/22 11:21The Real Madrid forward claimed that the four-time World Cup winners might have made a better impact had they focused more on winning the game than making a statement in the game.'There were huge celebrations in the media centre when Germany lost': Sportsmail's team in Doha tell WORLD CUP CONFIDENTIAL why shock defeat by Japan was so welcome (and that's WITHOUT mentioning Rudiger's showboating!)
24/11/22 10:17Following the game, there were huge celebrations in the press box and the main media centre in Doha, and Barlow insists that people enjoy seeing teams like Germany lose.Japan's jubilant players leave their dressing room spotless - and even make cute Origami swans as a thank you to their hosts - after celebrating their stunning World Cup win over Germany... as their fans also sweep up litter in the stands
24/11/22 07:00Pictures shared on social media showed the floors swept, litter sorted into neat piles and even windows left open for ventilation in the Japan locker room after their 2-1 win.MATT BARLOW'S WORLD CUP DIARY: Issues around the OneLove armband still ripple while Japan received a heroes welcome at their hotel after beating Germany
23/11/22 22:44The 2022 World Cup in Qatar has caused a series of upsets on and off the pitch. In light of that, Sportsmail's MATT BARLOW pens his latest World Cup diary from Doha.OLIVER HOLT: Antonio Rudiger stood frozen in SHOCK having been showboating not long before… it may be hard to accept that Germany have become also-rans, but the evidence is mounting
23/11/22 22:25OLIVER HOLT: When the final whistle went Antonio Rudiger, the defender many of us have come to associate with modern German indomitability, stood rooted to the spot inside the Japan area.Brighton star Kaoru Mitoma credits Saudi Arabia's shock win against Argentina as 'inspiration' for Japan's 2-1 victory over Germany, while Ritsu Doan calls it 'the best day of my career' after bagging the equaliser
23/11/22 20:40Japan's players said they were inspired by Saudi Arabia's shock win over Argentina on Tuesday as they caused another huge World Cup upset with their giant-killing of Germany in Doha.'They beat us with their efficiency': Germany boss Hansi Flick laments 'bitterly disappointing' defeat by Japan - after his side were beaten 2-1 despite having 78 per cent possession
23/11/22 17:41Hansi Flick has lamented his Germany side's 'bitterly disappointing' 2-1 loss to Japan in their opening match of the World Cup.'It was out of order. ARROGANT. There's only one team laughing now': Ex-Germany star Didi Hamann BLASTS prancing Antonio Rudiger for 'mocking' Takuma Asano when Japan were 1-0 down… before the forward hit shock winner for underdogs
23/11/22 17:14Antonio Rudiger was accused of 'mocking' Takuma Asano by altering his running style to exaggerate his movements while racing him to the ball. Rudiger was also seen laughing.PLAYER RATINGS: Super sub Takuma Asano's inspired performance off the bench leads Japan to memorable World Cup win... while Nico Schlotterbeck is the weak link in disastrous result for Hansi Flick's Germany
23/11/22 16:56In a remarkable afternoon at the Khalifa International Stadium, a courageous Japan side fought back to pull off a memorable 2-1 win over Germany thanks to late goals from Ritsu Dona and Takuma Asano.'If you conceded a goal like that in training, you would stop and say are you concentrating?!': Roy Keane rips into Germany's 'schoolboy' defending as Hansi Flick's side suffer shock 2-1 defeat to Japan in their World Cup Group E opener
23/11/22 16:23Roy Keane has criticised the German defending as they suffered a shock 2-1 defeat to Japan in their World Cup opener on WednesdayREVEALED: Why Japan hero Takuma Asano was forced to leave Arsenal... as he writes his name into World Cup folklore with incredible late winner against Germany at Qatar 2022
23/11/22 15:47The 28-year-old scored the winner in Wednesday's shock 2-1 win over Germany to hand Japan the perfect start to their World Cup campaign.'This is what happens when you focus only on politics': Fans insist Germany 'DESERVED to lose' to Japan after Hansi Flick's men covered their mouths in a pre-match photo in protest of FIFA's OneLove armband ban
23/11/22 15:26Germany's players made a statement in their pre-match team photo before facing Japan as they covered their mouths in protest at being blocked from wearing an anti-discrimination armband.Germany 1-2 Japan: Underdogs Japan produce the World Cup's SECOND huge upset in 24 hours, netting two late goals to stun Germany - the country where BOTH scorers play their club football
23/11/22 09:00GERMANY 1-2 JAPAN - IAN LADYMAN: This was another remarkable afternoon in Doha as a game that Germany had controlled for long was turned on its head by a courageous Japan side.With low expectations and an apathetic public back home, this World Cup is a free hit for Hansi Flick... as his resurgent but inconsistent Germany side look to bounce back from a dismal Euro 2020 campaign
23/11/22 08:43KATHRYN BATTE IN DOHA: After a dismal performance at Euro 2020, this World Cup is a free hit for new boss Hansi Flick - and not just because many fans back home won't be watching.World Cup 2022 RECAP: England were handed a huge boost with Harry Kane expected to be fit following an ankle scan, while Germany LOST to Japan in a shock result
23/11/22 08:18Follow Sportsmail's live blog for all the latest World Cup news and updates with Germany, Spain and Belgium getting their campaigns underway TODAY.'He's NOT coming?!' Arsenal and Japan star Takehiro Tomiyasu's hilarious reaction as he finds out Thiago Alcantara was left out of Spain's World Cup squad... after naming him as his favourite Spanish player
22/11/22 15:29Tomiyasu, who was called up by Japan for the World Cup, was asked in an interview who his favourite Spanish player was, with the defender picking Liverpool's midfield maestro.Bayern Munich star Leroy Sane is ruled OUT of Germany's World Cup opener against Japan with 'a knee problem'... as winger misses national side's final training session before travelling to Doha
22/11/22 10:35Hansi Flick's side completed their final training session before they travel to Doha in preparation for their first Group E game - however the Bayern winger wasn't present for the session.World Cup 2022 RECAP: Three Lions maul Iran 6-2, Wales hold their own 1-1 with USA, football fans celebrate in London and Cardiff
21/11/22 08:10Recap Sportsmail's live blog as Wales draw with the USA, after England thrash Iran in their opening match, while the Netherlands beat Senegal.2014 World Cup winners Germany get their tournament underway when they take on Japan in Group E... but what time is kick-off? What TV channel is it on? What is their head-to-head record? And what is the team news?
20/11/22 13:13So, with the World Cup clash between Germany and Japan quickly approaching, Sportsmail takes you through everything you need to know about the Germany vs Japan clash below.World Cup 2022 LIVE: The World Cup is here after 12 years of build-up... Qatar and Ecuador begin the 'most controversial' tournament in HISTORY after the opening ceremony in Doha
20/11/22 08:25Follow Sportsmail's live blog for all the latest World Cup news and updates with Qatar and Ecuador getting the tournament underway TODAY.FIFA president Gianni Infantino admits he would be open to NORTH KOREA hosting a World Cup as he claims 'only engagement can bring real change' despite unsuccessful trip to ask 'if they were ready to host part of a Women's World Cup' with South Korea
19/11/22 20:48The FIFA president - who is set to be re-elected for a third term - revealed that any nation is eligible to host an event, adding that his organisation wants to help unite the world.World Cup 2022 LIVE: FIFA and Qatar rocked by day of controversy just 24 hours out from the start of the tournament as Amnesty take aim at Gianni Infantino for 'brushing aside legitimate human rights criticisms' while fan park fails to open on time
19/11/22 08:29Follow Sportsmail's live blog for all the latest World Cup news and updates with just one day until Qatar 2022 gets underway. The hosts take on Ecuador in the curtain-raiser on Sunday.World Cup 2022 RECAP: Fans respond angrily as FIFA confirms a stadium concourse beer BAN 'due to pressure from Qatari royals'... while England's James Maddison misses a SECOND day of training
18/11/22 08:21Recap Sportsmail's live blog for all the latest World Cup news and updates with just two days until the tournament starts, with coverage from MAX MATHEWS.
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Not even Snoop Dogg could save breaking from falling flat on Olympic debut as Aussie becomes a global cult figure for all the wrong reasons
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'I am a woman': Victorious gender scandal boxer Imane Khelif takes aim at her 'bullies and enemies' after claiming Olympic gold with win over Yang Liu
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Pep Guardiola insists Man City are in no rush to sign new players despite Man United and Arsenal's transfer activity... and addresses what his side will do to replace Julian Alvarez
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Algeria's Imane Khelif credits 'eight years of work and no sleep' for winning Olympic boxing gold amid gender controversy
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Piers Morgan forced to delete social media post after gender row boxer Imane Khelif triumphs over China's Yang Liu to claim Olympic gold
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David de Gea 'agrees a one-year deal with Fiorentina' - as Spaniard looks to FINALLY end his search for a new club
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Noah Lyles' Olympic rival speaks out after Team USA star ran the 200m final with COVID - without telling his fellow sprinters
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Letsile Tebogo delivers savage verdict on 'arrogant' Noah Lyles after beating Team USA sprinter to win 200m gold at 2024 Olympics
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Phil Foden poses with social media star son Ronnie, five, in matching lemon outfits - just days after neighbours 'called police over late night children's party
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Thomas Muller declares himself an Olympic champion after his supporting role in a German gold medal triumph at Paris 2024
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Mikel Arteta insists Saka and Rice 'have to be ready' for start of the Premier League season as England stars return in friendly win over Bayer Leverkusen
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OnlyFans star Alysha Newman celebrates Olympic bronze by TWERKING to the crowd - as Canadian pole vaulter clears national record 4.85m
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Former Team USA gymnast Gabby Douglas slams Simone Biles comparisons and says she's tired of 'constantly being bullied' online
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Matthew Hudson-Smith breaks down in tears after missing out on Olympic gold to Quincy Hall as Team GB star accepts 'the better man won'
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Team GB star George Mills breaks silence on his furious clash with French opponent Hugo Hay... after son of former Premier League star was knocked down in chaotic 5,000m heat
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Team USA gold medalist Ryan Crouser shows off simple trick that explains why he won shot put gold at 2024 Olympics
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Charley Hull reveals why she's had a disastrous start to 2024 Olympics... and it has nothing to do with the cigarette ban
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From steeplechase to church steeple! French athletics star PROPOSES to her boyfriend at Paris Olympics
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Aussie sprinter Michelle Jenneke is sent flying during nasty fall in the 100m hurdles - and then nearly trips over the very next one in nightmare race
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Glamorous swimmer Luana Alonso is fired a fresh warning by Olympics chief after being kicked out of athletes village for 'inappropriate conduct'
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Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis appears on morning TV 'visibly hungover' the day after his record-smashing jump in the Olympic pole vault final
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Andrea Spendolini-Sirieix is left in tears after missing out on a medal - as daughter of TV host Fred admits 'I didn't want to be alive three years ago'
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Thierry Henry shows off his dance moves after France triumph 3-1 over Egypt to reach the gold medal match at Paris Olympics as footage goes viral
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VAR officials removed from Champions League qualifier involving Rangers after being 'caught by police stealing a road sign
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Glamorous Olympic swimmer Luana Alonso breaks her silence amid reports she was kicked out of athletes village over 'inappropriate conduct'
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The wholesome moment the UK cheered Keely Hodgkinson to glory: Gabby Logan and Jess Ennis-Hill roar her on from the studio as loved ones cheer
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Gabby Logan reveals her conspiracy theory about the 2024 Paris Olympics bell live on BBC - as the TV host vows to get to the bottom of the mystery
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Swedish pole vault star Armand Duplantis wins Olympic gold with a new WORLD RECORD - as he celebrates by mimicking Turkish shooter who went viral
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Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles slammed by NFL star over 'disgusting' gesture after bowing out of Olympics with silver and bronze in floor final
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Simone Biles appears to HIT OUT at Olympics crowd after falling off beam - as American teammate Suni Lee blames 'tense' atmosphere in Paris
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Fans claim Kishane Thompson 'was ROBBED' in 100m final after he was beaten by America's Noah Lyles by FIVE THOUSANDTHS of a second
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Phil Foden poses with a prize catch as the Man City star rounds off his pre-season holiday by landing a huge fish on a five-day family trip to a £14-a-day lake
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The moment a South Korean Olympian breaks down in TEARS as he fails to avoid national military service after missing out on a medal in men's golf
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Team GB men's hockey side suffer penalty shootout heartbreak against 10-man India as they crash out of the Paris Olympics
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Convicted child rapist Steven van de Velde CRASHES OUT of Olympics in last-16 stage as the Dutch beach volleyball player is again loudly booed
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Dina Asher-Smith is reduced to tears during BBC interview as the Team GB star admits she is 'running angry' in the 200m after 100m sprint exit
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Former Sky Sports presenter Richard Keys - 'the once hairiest man on TV' - undergoes hair transplant treatment in bizarre video
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'How embarrassing': Fans react as Estonia's Karel Tilga's pole vault attempt goes wrong during decathlon at Paris Olympics
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Olympics fans stunned by Femke Bol's voice after clip resurfaces of sprinter months before she stole 4x400 gold for the Netherlands
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Snoop Dogg leaves fans in stitches as he dons bizarre equestrian outfit to watch dressage with close pal Martha Stewart at Olympics: 'Snoop Thee Stallion'
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Gender row boxer Imane Khelif breaks down in tears after beating Hungary's Anna Luca Hamori to guarantee medal at the Paris Olympics
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Imane Khelif BEATS Anna Luca Hamori via unanimous decision despite being docked a point for holding as gender row boxer guarantees medal
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Footage of Yusuf Dikec doing the EXACT same pose in 2011 when he won the World Cup Series resurfaces after pic of Turkish shooter goes viral
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Olympics chief makes blunder in unexpected presser before defending Imane Khelif and Lin Yu-Ting's participation in women's boxing
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Simone Biles wins ANOTHER Olympic gold! USA gymnastics legends triumphs in vault final to make more history at Paris Games Makes more history
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Italian boxer who lost to 'failed gender test' Khelif will receive Olympic champion prize money from International Boxing Association
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Chelsea locked in talks with Conor Gallagher to avoid England star going into exile after he was told he will NOT be part of first-team squad - as Atletico set deadline for Blues midfielder to agree £34m move
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Keely Hodgkinson eases to victory in 800m Olympic heat as Team GB superstar advances in quest for athletics gold medal
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Duncan Scott wins Olympic silver in men's 200m medley as the Team GB star becomes Scotland's greatest-ever Olympian with eighth medal - while Leon Marchand collects fourth gold in Paris
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Novak Djokovic is booed in semi-final win as he clashes with umpire and his own box... but recovers his composure to set up rematch with Carlos Alcaraz at Paris Olympics
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Bryony Page hopes to run away to the circus after springing to gold as the Brit bounces clear of rivals... then sets her sights on Cirque du Soleil
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Team GB star praised for showing an 'elite mentality' in honest interview after finishing eighth in the BMX final at the Paris Olympics
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Convicted child rapist Steven van de Velde and the Netherlands reach the last-16 in the beach volleyball at the Paris Olympics... as the Dutchman is again booed loudly by spectators
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New look for Cristiano Ronaldo? Al-Nassr star seen sporting a pair of glasses while on holiday in Madrid with Georgina Rodriguez!
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Louis van Gaal, 72, gives latest health update as he battles prostate cancer and reveals his surprise at being offered shock job by a European giant
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Boxer Sitora Turdibekova leaves ring in TEARS after taking brutal blows during Olympic beating by second 'failed gender test' Lin Yu-ting
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Liverpool unveil new 'night forest' away kit - and will debut the £125 strip in final USA pre-season tour clash against fierce rivals Man United this weekend
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MAN UNITED CONFIDENTIAL: Rasmus Hojlund recovers in a cryotherapy chamber - and why Leny Yoro's absence isn't all bad
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Dan Evans SOBS as Olympics and Team GB team-mate Andy Murray's career comes to an end after their heartbreaking exit from the men's doubles
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Andy Murray jokes he 'never even liked tennis anyway' minutes after his glittering career comes to an end... as he makes a change to his social media bio
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Man City Erling Haaland jokingly scolds reporters after they fail to welcome the Norwegian superstar to pre-season press conference
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Revealed: What Italian opponent of 'biological male' boxer at centre of Olympics row told her corner after she WITHDREW from fight after 46 seconds
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BBC presenter Clare Balding breaks down in TEARS live on air as Andy Murray's stunning career comes to an end with Olympic doubles heartbreak in Paris
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Adam Peaty hands HUGE boost to Team GB ahead of relay races as swimming superstar is pictured back in the pool just days after a positive Covid test
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Leny Yoro could be out for TWO MONTHS amid fears he's fractured his metatarsal in blow for Man United - with new signing spotted on crutches
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Carlos Alcaraz and Rafael Nadal are knocked OUT of the Paris Olympics as dream Spanish pairing fall short in men's doubles against USA
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Fred Sirieix fights back tears as he tells his daughter Andrea Spendolini-Sirieix live on air that he is 'bursting' with pride after bronze medal
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Saudi Arabia unveil 11 new futuristic stadium concepts in their bid to host 2034 World Cup - with a 92,000-capacity mega-ground to host the final
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EXCLUSIVEJohn Barnes on Jurgen Klopp 'stealing his thunder' before Arne Slot's arrival and what Darwin Nunez must do to be the 'best in the world'
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Brazilian swimmer breaks silence after she was BANISHED from the Olympics for sneaking out 'to go on a night out in Paris' with her boyfriend
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The blueprint for Sir Jim Ratcliffe's new stadium plan? SoFi Satdium has a 120-yard screen, jaw-dropping luxury suites and a futuristic roof
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Lamine Yamal 'UNFOLLOWS his TiKTok influencer girlfriend' after she was shown in a viral video sitting on another boy's lap
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Mason Greenwood scores just 30 minutes into his first Marseille appearance after his £30m move from Man United, as Roberto De Zerbi's side impress
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Tom Daley's diving partner Noah Williams breaks down in tears after winning Olympics silver - as he pays tribute to former coach who passed away
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Matt Richards reveals he thought he had touched the wall FIRST after missing out on Olympic gold in 200m freestyle final to David Popovici by 0.02sec
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'Seems like he's reinvented himself after his West Ham loan': Kalvin Phillips is mocked by fans as clip of midfielder dwelling on the ball goes viral
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French cyclist knocked-out in HORROR Olympic mountain bike crash BUT her coach declares she will 'come back STRONGER'
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Son of ex-Liverpool star who won the Champions League in 2005 signs scholarship contract with the Reds as he follows in father's footsteps
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Fans impressed after 'middle-aged man disrobes to just a Speedo' before diving into the pool to retrieve lost property
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Adam Peaty reveals what son George, 3, told him after his Olympic heartbreak in Paris - as he admits he thought he'd won gold in incredibly close finish
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Fencing fury as world No 1 Sandro Bazadze rages at referee for 'killing' him, before ranting: 'The Olympic Games... fairness, where is fairness?'
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Trent Alexander-Arnold is spotted signing a young Real Madrid fan's shirt during holiday with Jude Bellingham
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West Brom's pre-season 'friendly' against Mallorca turns violent as fight breaks out as Jayson Molumby PUNCHES opponent
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Endrick moved to tears as '43,000 fans' turn up to see his Real Madrid unveiling at the Santiago Bernabeu just days after the Brazilian teen finally joined
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Marcus Rashford's luxury Range Rover hit by 'drink driver' in shock incident with Man United team-mate Tyrell Malacia taken to hospital
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Team GB WIN their first medal of the Olympic Games as Yasmin Harper and Scarlett Mew Jensen claim bronze in 3m synchronised diving
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Heavy rain continues to wreck havoc at Paris Olympics as swimming practice for men's triathlon is thrown into doubt... with concerns over River Seine safety
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Watch the INCREDIBLE transformation of an Olympic swimming pool - as £300m La Defense Arena prepares to welcome Adam Peaty
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Meet Team GB's WAGs: Gordon Ramsay's influencer daughter, the dental hygienist-turned entrepreneur and ex- Geordie Shore star
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Andy Murray shares fan's hilarious post that claims tennis star 'will start rusting out in the rain' during eye-catching Paris Olympics opening ceremony
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EXCLUSIVESpoonfuls of caviar, $500 tips and giant TVs with his victorious fights on loop... how boxing great Floyd Mayweather likes to party
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She wants a Porsche if she wins gold at the Paris Olympics but Team GB's poster girl is just as driven on the track - meet the REAL Keely Hodgkinson
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Fans claim that PSG star Achraf Hakimi is driving the Morocco team bus at the Olympics in France in viral video - or is it an uncanny resemblance?
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'Who is this and what has he done with Mikel Arteta?': Fans are left shocked by Arsenal manager's appearance in new video as he previews new season
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Max Verstappen fires back at critics as he tells them to look at his trophy cabinet and DENIES claims Red Bull have told him to stop staying up late
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Mason Greenwood 'set to pocket £14,000-a-month in rent from Leny Yoro', as Man United's £52m signing 'snaps up his £2MILLION mansion' after Old Trafford exit
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Man City hopeful Rodri's potential ban for chanting 'Gibraltar is Spanish' at Euro 2024 celebration party will not impact Champions League campaign
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Paul Pogba gives update after being handed a four-year doping ban, as ex-Man United and Juventus star opens up on 'difficult time'
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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola mocks his player Jack Grealish for reaching the latter stages of a quick-thinking game in pre-season
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BRENTFORD'S GREATEST EVER PLAYER: The Bees owe a lot to the goals of David McCulloch... but who do YOU think is the club's all-time star?
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Graeme Souness singles out Man United captain Bruno Fernandes for 'throwing in the towel' as he SLAMS lack of leaders in modern football
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Jarrad Branthwaite has NO intention of signing a new Everton contract unless Goodison Park chiefs match the wages offered by Man United
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Paddy 'The Baddy' Pimblett opens up on mental health struggles ahead of UFC 304 and reveals his coaches considered 'pulling him out' of fight
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Man United urged to be 'ruthless' in selling Harry Maguire this summer by Dwight Yorke, with a SHOCK move to Premier League rival proposed