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“I’ve never lied about my choice to play for Morocco but I’ve also never really directly addressed ‘why’ until now.”
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We stand with Kelechi Nwakali. The midfielder’s alleged treatment at the hands of SD Huesca is wrong and example of everything that football should not be. Yesterday, the La Liga 2 side revealed they had terminated the Nigerian baller’s contract but all is not as it seems.
Sending our love and support to Jordon Ibe tonight. The Derby player released a statement revealing he’s in a dark place and suffering with depression. The 25-year-old hasn’t played since Boxing Day and wanted to apologise to fans – but he doesn’t need to apologise to anyone.
Crystal Palace become the first club to offer an aftercare programme for released players.
The dedicated three-year aftercare package will support released academy players in making a way of life, other than playing for the club.
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Zidane Iqbal. Just made his Manchester United debut and became the first British South Asian to play for the club. Paving the path for a whole generation of underrepresented ballers to see it, believe it, achieve it. Named after a legend but he’s out here to build his own legacy.
Salute to Adebayo Akinfenwa on his final day as a footballer. They said he was 2big2play. 22 years in the game says otherwise. Almost 800 appearances. 233 goals. 13 clubs. Locked off defences up and down the divisions. AA is retiring but best believe Beast Mode stays On forever.
Kylian Mbappé only knows greatness. The first World Cup final hat-trick in 54 years. 12 WC goals in just 14 games. The sixth highest scorer in tournament history at only 23. At least 10 years left at the top of the game and you already know this loss is inspiring his next win.
Marcus Rashford becomes the youngest person ever to top the Sunday Times Giving List.
The 23-year-old has donated £20 million to food, poverty and community charities (partnered with FareShare) – a sum greater than his personal wealth.
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New Balance and Stone Island unveil their first ever collaborative football collection.
The boots will be be worn on pitch by Raheem Sterling and Bukayo Saka at the World Cup, with the full collection dropping November 21.
Leo Messi. The living legend just secured his legacy. 1,003 games. 793 goals. 7 Ballon d’Or wins. 1 World Cup. Messi just completed the set. If you’re still debating who TBE is, it’s time to rest your case. He is him. Game over.
Jonathan David scored his 12th goal of the season last night meaning he enters 2022 as Ligue 1 top scorer.
The 21-year-old celebrated his winner with a tribute to his late mother who passed away two years ago. A rose raised in tribute of Rose, his mother.
A pure moment 🌹
Action speaks louder than words. No protest in history ever needed permission. Massive respect to Alex Scott for donning the OneLove armband despite multiple national team U-turns.
Brentford will extend the life of their current home shirt to the 22/23 season.
The club will break the cycle of new home kits every single season to make football more affordable for fans, and to begin building a sustainable kit culture.
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Rachel Aba Yankey is football greatness.
The first women's player in England to sign a professional contract, and one of the game's most decorated. She walked so today’s greats could run.
A thread.
Louis Vuitton are reportedly interested in buying AC Milan for €1 billion 💸
Virgil Abloh designing Milan’s kits in the coming seasons isn’t out of the realms of possibility:
Mohammed Kudus just reminded the world what time he’s on. The Black Star who came through Right To Dream produced a 1G and 1A performance on his first start for Ajax since April. Making the stage his own once again with a monster performance.
Michael Olise is ready to level up. Heard about the Magic of the FA Cup and decided to sprinkle stardust on Third Round weekend. Seven G/A in just 375 minutes this season. 20-years-old and the best is yet to come.
Respect Mohammed Kudus. You’re looking at the first Ghanaian to score a brace at the World Cup. The second youngest African to score two goals in a WC game. Came through the Right To Dream academy and now he’s inspiring a nation to dream of knockout football on the world stage.
AC Milan set to sign a deal with Off-White to become the club's new formalwear partner.
Virgil Abloh’s pioneering fashion imprint are set to take the reins of the Rossonerri’s off-pitch attire when travelling to matches, and other occasions.
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Trigger warning. A message from VERSUS in light of recent events. Players now have the ability to create social change, but using their voice in response to a rape verdict isn't how to do it. Their platforms need to be used with care and responsibility.
Arsenal Football Club. Unbeaten in the Premier League. 100% record. An A* start to the season. Five wins from five. We’ve had Arsene’s Arsenal, but welcome to the future. This is Arteta’s Arsenal.
Iran’s national team deserves our respect and solidarity. With the world’s eyes on them before their first World Cup game, Iran’s players stood silent during their national anthem in protest against the country’s regime. This took real bravery. FIFA should take notes.
Nicolas Anelka is about to get his own feature-length Netflix documentary.
Releasing on August 5th, “Anelka” will follow Nico’s controversial and often misunderstood career with insights from the players and managers who knew him best.
Kiyan Prince returns to the pitch in FIFA 21 on the 15th anniversary of his passing.
Today marks 15 years since the the talented 15-year-old QPR player's life was tragically cut short when he was stabbed whilst breaking up a fight at his school.
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RIP Josh Dunne, a talented 16-year-old player who was tragically stabbed in Dublin last night after reportedly attempting to stop a fight. Josh was playing in the academy for League of Ireland club Bohemians FC, which counts the likes of Tottenham’s Matt Doherty among its alumni.
Alex Song. HBD to a genuine midfield maverick. Wenger lost Fabregas but turned this one-time CB into a Creative Boss. If you know ball, you know about his partnership with RVP. In 2011/12, these two caused absolute destruction together. Streets Won’t Forget Hall of Famer.
Bhupinder Singh Gill becomes the first Sikh-Punjabi assistant referee in Premier League history.
The 37-year-old PE teacher, who qualified as a referee at the age of 14, ran the line during Southampton vs Nottingham Forest.
Bukayo Saka just dropped his first signature boot with New Balance.
The Arsenal and England winger’s first signature boot is a new Furon V7 inspired by his come up in West London, and takes inspiration from the Ealing coat of arms.
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Premier League set to play ‘walk on’ music for subs coming on to the pitch.
Clubs are allowed to play music at “key moments”, including after goals and for subs, with players allowed have individual music as part of goal celebrations.
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In a statement, Kelechi revealed the club has been sidelining him since they tried to stop him from attending AFCON earlier this year, telling him the tournament “isn’t important”. Since returning, he claims the club have been withholding his wages.