Tough tests at World Cup could be platform to usher in Japan’s new generation
In the absence of established star quality, Japan’s next generation could be primed to break through at the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
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Ian Darke’s World Cup predictions: Argentina favorites over Brazil, France, England
The World Cup has a different feel this time and expect plenty of surprises, but bank on the traditional powerhouses to lift the trophy in Qatar.
Dortmund’s Haller to undergo surgery on tumour
Borussia Dortmund striker Sebastien Haller said he will undergo further surgery for a testicular tumour that has kept the player sidelined.
Costa Rica skips Iraq friendly over passport issue
Costa Rica cancelled its World Cup warmup against Iraq due to an issue with the passports stamps at the border between Kuwait and Iraq.
England’s Maddison: Casino visit fallout ridiculous
James Maddison has described the fallout from his infamous casino visit in 2019 as “ridiculous” and insisted it did not impact his England career.
Ronaldo: I was ‘close’ to joining Man City
Manchester United’s Cristiano Ronaldo said he was close to signing for Manchester City last year but former boss Alex Ferguson asked him not to.
Mayor presents NYCFC’s Queens stadium plan
New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced plans Wednesday for a 25,000-seat stadium for Major League Soccer’s New York City Football Club.
Transfer Talk: Shakhtar seek $104m fee for Mudryk amid Arsenal, Man City, PSG interest
Arsenal, Manchester City, Newcastle, and PSG are eyeing Mykhailo Mudryk, but Shakhtar Donetsk want a €100 million fee. Transfer Talk has the latest.