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Eleven arrested amid protests ahead of Villa's game against Israel's Maccabi
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Eleven arrested amid protests ahead of Villa's game against Israel's Maccabi

Past violence at Maccabi game in Netherlands fuels security worries

Soccer player in blue and white jersey celebrates a goal on the field; teammates follow.
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Argentina calls up Lionel Messi with Miami still in playoffs

Argentina national team coach Lionel Scaloni named the forward and midfielder to the 24-player roster for the Nov. 14 friendly

Liverpool and Man City renew rivalry as they try to narrow Arsenal gap
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Liverpool and Man City renew rivalry as they try to narrow Arsenal gap

Arsenal will hope their two main rivals cancel each other out at the Etihad, but a win for either City or Liverpool would be a psychological boost

New trial over Maradona death to begin March 17: Argentine court
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New trial over Maradona death to begin March 17: Argentine court

Seven of Maradona's health staff will be retried for alleged negligence over the football star's November 2020 death

World Cup trophy with Canadian, Mexican, U.S. flags in the background.
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FIFA announce new peace prize to be awarded at World Cup draw in Washington

The announcement came before Infantino appeared at the America Business Forum in Miami

Liverpool down Real Madrid in Champions League, Bayern edge PSG
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Liverpool down Real Madrid in Champions League, Bayern edge PSG

For previously unbeaten Madrid, it was first defeat in any competition since September's 5-2 reversal at Atletico Madrid

In Morocco, exiled Afghan women footballers find hope on the pitch
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In Morocco, exiled Afghan women footballers find hope on the pitch

The team played their first international matches at the FIFA Unites: Women's Series late last month in Morocco

FIFA chief welcomes presence of female fans at Iranian Cup match
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FIFA chief welcomes presence of female fans at Iranian Cup match

Last year's top-flight match between Sepahan and Persepolis in Isfahan was played in front of a crowd made up exclusively of women and girls

Haaland's dazzling double against Bournemouth earns praise from Guardiola
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Haaland's dazzling double against Bournemouth earns praise from Guardiola

Guardiola praised the 25-year-old not just for his goals but for his attitude

Nolberto Solano praises diaspora players after Afghanistan clash
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Nolberto Solano praises diaspora players after Afghanistan clash

Solano also said that Pakistan was unlucky not to win the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers against Afghanistan

Under-strength Liverpool suffer 3-0 home loss to Palace in League Cup
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Under-strength Liverpool suffer 3-0 home loss to Palace in League Cup

Liverpool were reduced to 10 men when Amara Nallo was sent off in the 79th minute for taking down Justin Devenny, his second red card in two senior appearances

Karachi City FC faces hurdles ahead of SAFF Club Women’s Championship
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Karachi City FC faces hurdles ahead of SAFF Club Women’s Championship

Despite these challenges, Karachi City FC remains determined to make their mark as they face some of South Asia’s strongest clubs

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Nolberto Solano: A ray of hope for Pakistan football?

National players believe Solano's professionalism can help uplift Pakistan's footballing standards

Messi eyes 2026 World Cup despite age and fitness concerns
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Messi eyes 2026 World Cup despite age and fitness concerns

A return for the 2026 World Cup would mark his sixth appearance in the tournament

Afghan women return to international stage in FIFA tournament
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Afghan women return to international stage in FIFA tournament

The women's national team last played an international match in 2021, losing 5-0 to Qatar

Liverpool back on track while Real, Bayern and Chelsea win in Champions League
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Liverpool back on track while Real, Bayern and Chelsea win in Champions League

Chelsea have now won their last two European outings since beginning their campaign with a 3-1 defeat at Bayern

Clinical PSG demolish Leverkusen 7-2 as two players sent off
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Clinical PSG demolish Leverkusen 7-2 as two players sent off

Desire Doue scored twice for the French side who earned a club record-equaling sixth consecutive win in the Champions League

'Enhancing the game': Football Manager includes women's clubs
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'Enhancing the game': Football Manager includes women's clubs

"Football Manager 26" reflects the fast-rising profile of women's football, with Euro 2025 and the last World Cup both drawing record crowds

US heads joint bid to host 2031 Women’s World Cup
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US heads joint bid to host 2031 Women’s World Cup

Four countries sharing hosting duties for a World Cup is unprecedented

Liverpool return 'theoretically possible' but Slot will turn things around, says Klopp
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Liverpool return 'theoretically possible' but Slot will turn things around, says Klopp

The 58-year-old German was succeeded by Slot, who became the first Dutch manager to win the Premier League