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James Rodriguez: Luis Diaz is already top 5 in the world, can win
Colombian star James Rodriguez has backed teammate Luis Diaz as a top-five player globally and a potential Ballon d'Or winner if Colombia reaches the Copa America final.
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Morata: Leaving Atlético Madrid was my biggest mistake
Álvaro Morata has admitted that leaving Atlético Madrid was the biggest mistake of his career. The striker told Marca he would swap all his titles for one with Atléti, the club he loves.
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Éderson's Journey from Vacation to World Cup Call-Up
Brazilian midfielder Éderson was called up to the World Cup after Fred's injury, replacing him on the squad. Coach Carlo Ancelotti praised his versatility and recent form, while Éderson called it a dream come true.
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FIFA World Cup 2026 Best Young Player candidates
FIFA profiles likely candidates for the Best Young Player Award at the 2026 World Cup, including PSG stars Désiré Doue and João Neves, Brazil's Endrick, Spain's Pau Cubarsi, and Türkiye's Arda Guler. The award has previously been won by Kylian Mbappe, Thomas Muller, and Enzo Fernandez.
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Interactive Tool Reveals World Cup Players' Local Roots
A new interactive tool lets football fans discover which World Cup players have roots in their region. Users can search by location to find players born in or with family origins from that area, highlighting the tournament's global diversity.
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Ryan Christie on Scotland Penalty Takers and Team Dynamics
Bournemouth midfielder Ryan Christie discusses Scotland's penalty takers and shares insights on his teammates in a quick-fire Q&A session.
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Scott McTominay: From Man Utd Outcast to Scotland and Napoli Hero
Scott McTominay's journey from being underappreciated at Manchester United to becoming a fan favorite for Scotland and Napoli raises questions about his true identity as a player and person.
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Elliot Anderson's rise from League Two loan to potential British
Elliot Anderson, a 22-year-old midfielder, has risen from a loan at Bristol Rovers in League Two to the verge of becoming the most expensive British player ever, with Newcastle United valuing him at over £100 million.
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Mikel Merino: Spain can beat anyone at World Cup 2026
Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino, recovered from a stress fracture, is set to make his World Cup debut at age 30. He discusses his injury battle, Spain's status as tournament favorites, and the balance between nerves and experience.
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Daily World Cup Guessing Game: Can You Name Player No. 3?
A new World Cup star is featured in today's guessing game. Players try to identify the mystery footballer using clues, with the goal of naming them in as few attempts as possible. The game updates daily.