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Morgan Rogers signs Chelsea contract ahead of £117m move from Aston Villa
Rogers helped Villa qualify for the Champions League and win the Europa League last season. Dan Mullan/Getty ImagesJuly 21, 2026…
The sadness of Lionel Messi’s last tango
Lionel Messi found himself surrounded.Tens of thousands of fans looked down on him at MetLife. Billions were watching around the…
Rodri: What we’re hearing about his transfer future — and why he is back to his best
You may have seen Pep Guardiola’s prophetic statement from last October.“At the World Cup will be the best Rodri and…
What’s it like watching the World Cup from space – or Antarctica?
This World Cup has not been short of divisive moments. Beyond on-pitch disputes over refereeing calls, life and politics have spilt…
England’s problem at major tournaments? They’re still just too English
Get free access to the most comprehensive World Cup coverage in The Athletic app.When Thomas Tuchel was appointed as England…
The story behind Erling Haaland and his taxidermy raccoon: ‘Lock the doors, let’s make this special’
Get free access to the most comprehensive World Cup coverage in The Athletic app.Norway star Erling Haaland returned home from…
World Cup star Erling Haaland was born in Leeds, how close was he to playing for England?
The big decision Erling Haaland would have to make was set out for him when he was a child.As Haaland…
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