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Why Rayan Cherki with his jinking feet tricks keeps Manchester City slick in post-Pep era
August 31, 2026 9:50 am
A system disruptor or a chaos agent, the French maverick is antithetical to the Guardiolisma ideals of positional and structural conformity. But two games in, he is Enzo Maresca’s most precious asset before the rejigged band settles down into a coherent firm
Yaya Touré makes history as first African manager in UCL group stage
August 27, 2026 12:35 pm
Touré, who is in his first top-level managerial role, surpassed the achievement of Ndubuisi Egbo, the Nigerian coach who led FK Tirana of Albania to UCL qualification but failed to progress beyond the qualifying stage in 2020.
UEFA lifts FIFA boycott threat after securing guarantees over World Cup sale plans
August 27, 2026 11:06 pm
Despite public clashes, UEFA and FIFA have reportedly been engaged in private discussions for several weeks to negotiate the terms of lifting the boycott threat.
Jordan FA chief accuses FIFA president Infantino of 'blackmail' over endorsement
August 05, 2026 9:14 am
Infantino is currently under pressure to salvage his 11-year presidency following fierce backlash over his now-abandoned plan to sell a stake in future World Cup profits to investors led by Joshua Kushner.
FIFA abandons World Cup stake sale plan after UEFA boycott threat & widespread backlash
August 01, 2026 8:42 am
In a statement released late Friday, FIFA prez Infantino confirmed the proposal to sell World Cup stake "will not proceed."
CONCACAF rejects FIFA World Cup stake sale plan as UEFA's World Cup boycott threat looms
July 31, 2026 9:29 am
While retaining majority control, FIFA aims to raise $4.2 billion from long-term investors later this year.
Brazil vs India football match in Kolkata? CBF in advanced talks for historic friendly: Reports
July 25, 2026 9:49 am
The discussions between the CBF and Indian stakeholders reportedly began during the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026.
The Daily Catch-Up: Talks open, tensions remain
August 05, 2026 8:55 pm
From the Centre's outreach to protesters and Parliament's continuing standoff to the Ken-Betwa river project, Assam floods and Vijay's record-breaking opening day, here's your evening briefing.
Should Argentina players be banned? Gavi speaks out after ugly brawl with Paredes
July 22, 2026 12:09 pm
Gavi was caught up in the chaos after the final whistle as he tangled with Paredes, while coach Roberto Ayala was seen punching Dani Olmo.
The Daily Catch-Up: Parliament showdown, Delhi protests and more
August 05, 2026 8:55 pm
Missed today's biggest stories? From the crackdown on the CJP protest and Parliament's political fallout to Sonam Wangchuk's health, NEET, and railway disruptions, here's your evening briefing.
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