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Kylian Mbappé said he would have been disgusted by football without his passion for the game.He added he would never advise a child to pursue a career in professional football.Mbappé described football as “fatalist” but called life itself wonderful, praising fans who see only the show.The interview came hours after Mbappé broke Thierry Henry’s record, scoring his 52nd goal in 92 games for France.He left Paris Saint-Germain amid disputes over unpaid salary and bonuses, now claiming €55m while PSG counters €98m.Mbappé stressed he holds no personal grudge, saying he only seeks what he earned under his contract.He reflected on fame,…

LONDON, Sept 10 — West Ham United have secured the return of Łukasz Fabiański, handing the experienced goalkeeper a one-year contract just months after his summer departure. The 40-year-old, who left the Hammers at the end of last season after making more than 200 appearances in seven years at the club, was brought back as manager Graham Potter looked to reinforce a shaky goalkeeping department. Fabiański’s comeback follows the exit of Wes Foderingham to Cypriot side Aris Limassol, which left West Ham with only Mads Hermansen and Alphonse Areola as senior options. Both have struggled to provide consistency, with the…

Arsenal return to Premier League action this weekend as Nottingham Forest visit the Emirates. The match marks their first league game since the Liverpool defeat at Anfield before the international break. The Gunners faced criticism for their attacking display against the champions, and Gabriel Martinelli became a focal point for scrutiny. The Brazilian winger has struggled to find consistency in recent weeks, surprising some supporters who expected other options after Arsenal’s £300m summer investment. Trust in Martinelli Despite recent struggles, Martinelli remains one of the most reliable wingers in executing tactical instructions and defensive duties. Manager Mikel Arteta trusted him…

Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 39th World Cup qualifying goal, equalling Guatemala striker Carlos Ruiz’s all-time record. Ronaldo, now 40, pushed his international tally to 141 goals in 223 Portugal appearances, the highest by any male player. He converted a penalty in the 58th minute at Puskas Arena, briefly giving Portugal the lead over Hungary. Portugal Survive Late Drama Barnabas Varga opened scoring in the 21st minute, but Bernardo Silva equalised 15 minutes later for Portugal. Varga struck again in the 84th minute, seemingly securing Hungary a point against the group leaders. Two minutes later, Joao Cancelo scored decisively, sealing a…

Agreement ends dispute but leaves open questionsManchester City has settled its high-profile arbitration with the Premier League, drawing a line under months of legal wrangling but sparking fresh calls from other top-flight clubs for transparency over what the deal really means. By signing off on the league’s current Associated Party Transaction (APT) framework, City has formally abandoned its challenge to the rules. The decision prevents what could have been a prolonged and costly courtroom battle, though doubts linger over how the system will be applied going forward. Debate over sponsorship links intensifiesAt the centre of the debate is whether the…

A new report warns extreme heat and weather could make the 2026 World Cup North America’s last without urgent adaptation.The Pitches in Peril study found 10 of 16 venues face very high heat stress risk.By 2050, nearly 90% of host stadiums will need extreme heat adaptations, and one third may face water shortages.The report also assessed 2030 and 2034 World Cup venues and grassroots pitches where top players began.Juan Mata highlighted football’s role in showing the stakes of climate change after last year’s Valencia floods.The 2025 Club World Cup previewed risks, with extreme heat and storms forcing cooling breaks and…

Major League Soccer has suspended Inter Miami star Luis Suarez for three matches after a postgame incident during the Leagues Cup final. Suarez was seen spitting on a Seattle Sounders staff member after Inter Miami lost 3-0 on August 31. MLS announced on September 8 that Suarez will miss Inter Miami’s next three matches. These include the games on September 13 at Charlotte FC, September 16 against Seattle, and September 20 versus D.C. United. He will be eligible to return when Inter Miami plays New York City FC on September 24. The suspension follows a separate ruling from the Leagues…

Argentina star Lionel Messi, who led his country to victory in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, has left fans unsure about his participation in the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. While many expect Messi to appear one last time on the international stage, he has not confirmed his plans. Messi recently played what could be his final competitive home match for Argentina. After the 3-0 win over Venezuela in Buenos Aires, the 38-year-old forward was emotional, reflecting on his legendary career. Despite expectations that Messi will compete in 2026 before retiring from international football, he hinted…

The US Men’s National Team (USMNT) faces a serious test against Japan after a disappointing loss to South Korea. While Japan does not have a star like Christian Pulisic, their team is full of players competing at top European clubs. They were also the first Asian team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, showing their growing strength. Liverpool midfielder Wataru Endo said after qualifying that the team is already thinking about winning the World Cup. Crystal Palace’s Daichi Kamada echoed that sentiment, signaling Japan’s high ambitions. While Japan has never won a knockout match at a World Cup, the…

The U.S. men’s national team faces mounting pressure as the road to the World Cup remains rocky. After a disappointing 2-0 loss to South Korea on Saturday, questions continue to swirl about the team’s progress under head coach Mauricio Pochettino. Tuesday’s friendly against Japan offers one final chance for the U.S. to reset before crucial World Cup qualifiers next month. The U.S. team returned to international play with a defeat marked by defensive lapses. Tristan Blackmon, making his debut at center back, struggled to contain South Korea’s attack, while Sergino Dest, playing his first international match since an ACL injury,…