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Veteran Bayern Munich forward Thomas Muller dismissed complaints on excessive heat at the Club World Cup as he cited himself as an example, while stressing that professional footballers must adapt to all conditions. The German forward also dropped a hint on a possible move to the Major League Soccer once his Bayern Munich contract expires this summer.

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• Bayern dismissed complaints of excessive heat
• Professional footballers can't complain
• Bayern face Flamengo on Sunday

• WHAT HAPPENED?

  Several players have complained about the excessive heat in the USA while competing in the Club World Cup. Still, veteran Bayern forward Muller claimed that professional footballers cannot cite weather as an excuse for their poor performances. The Bavarian side finished the group stage in the second position after losing their final group game 1-0 against Benfica.

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• WHAT THOMAS MULLER SAID

  Speaking to reporters, Muller said: "We are professionals and we have to be in shape. If an almost 36-year-old, you know, a guy like me, can run 90 minutes, then everybody should do it. So, no excuses."

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  The former Germany international has been linked with a move to the MLS once his Bayern contract expires this summer and the 35-year-old hinted that a move to the US is indeed on the cards. He added: "Yeah, there is a chance (of joining an NLS side), but I have to figure it out and at the moment I am totally focused on playing this tournament. Some talks maybe in the background, but the focus is on the tournament now. I have no hurry, I have no stress to take my decisions, and then we will see, but I don't know now."

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  WHAT NEXT FOR BAYERN MUNICH?

  Vincent Kompany's side will face Brazilian giants Flamengo in their round of 16 clash on Sunday.

Manchester United have failed to find any suitors for Tyrell Malacia as they attempt to engineer a transfer for the injury-prone defender.

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• United looking to sell Malacia
• Dutchman has struggled with injuries
• Won Eredivisie title with PSV

• WHAT HAPPENED?

  United are attempting to shift a number of players considered deadwood this summer, with Malacia among them. claim the Red Devils want to get the Dutchman off their books but there is "no firm interest" in him as of yet.

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  Malacia arrived at Old Trafford in 2022 as a highly-rated young defender and would make 39 appearances in a promising first campaign before undergoing knee surgery. He would subsequently miss the entirety of the 2023-24 season before finally making his return to action in November last year.

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  Malacia played a handful of games under Ruben Amorim but was sent back to the Netherlands on loan during the winter window, helping PSV Eindhoven win the Eredivisie title after an extraordinary collapse from rivals Ajax.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR MALACIA?

  Malacia looks to have no future at Old Trafford but few suitors elsewhere, meaning his future may not be decided until late in the summer transfer window. He still has another year to run on his contract with United.

Mexico defeated the USMNT 2-1 in the Gold Cup Final, coming back behind goals from Raúl Jiménez and Edson Álvarez

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• El Tri claimed their 10th Gold Cup title
• Secured back-to-back championships
• Aguirre is the only head coach to win two Gold Cups with Mexico

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  Javier Aguirre delivered Mexico a historic 10th Gold Cup title – and made history himself, becoming the first i manager to win the tournament twice. He reflected on his squad living up to expectations in a 2-1 win over rivals the United States in Sunday’s final.

  “One, it's obvious – we're champions. That’s what we came for. We were the favorites, and we fulfilled the mission," Aguirre said. "Two, the connection with the fans – I see people fully engaged, both in the United States and in Mexico. Three, I think we're starting to see the results of our training. In these two tournaments [the Nations League and Gold Cup], we lifted two trophies. That motivates us to keep training, gives consistency to our words, and confidence in the future."

  Mexico battled back from an early fourth-minute header by Chris Richards, equalizing through Raúl Jiménez before Edson Álvarez netted the winner. The comeback sealed back-to-back Gold Cup titles and marked Aguirre’s second as head coach, having previously won in 2009.

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  WHAT JAVIER AGUIRRE SAID

  Aguirre praised his players for not wavering throughout the entire and pointed to the end result as a sign of the progress being made.

  “It was a great effort from this team – everyone celebrating, a tremendous effort to stay together for so long. There were setbacks, but from a footballing standpoint, the team improved in performance, and we were deserved winners. It’s not the coach who wins matches and lifts trophies. From May 26 until today, everyone’s behavior has been exemplary. Coaches depend 100 percent on the players,” said Aguirre in a press conference.

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  Guillermo Ochoa was one of three Mexican players who didn’t see any action during the Gold Cup. Despite that, he lifted the trophy during the celebration as team captain. The goalkeeper holds the record for the most Gold Cup titles by a player, with six championships.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR MEXICO NATIONAL TEAM?

  Aguirre’s team will return to action during the September FIFA window, facing Japan on Sept. 6 and South Korea on Sept. 9. Both matches will be played in the United States.

Nottingham Forest are eyeing a £25 million ($34m) move for Manchester City's James McAtee after agreeing to sell Morgan Gibbs-White to Tottenham.

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• Gibbs-White to make £60m move
• Forest scouting for replacements
• Eyeing bid for McAtee

• WHAT HAPPENED?

  Per the Daily Mail, City are braced for a bid from Forest to sign McAtee this summer, after they agreed to sell Gibbs-White to Spurs. The north London club have triggered the England international's £60m ($81m) release clause, and Nuno Espirito Santo's side are ready to pay £25m for McAtee.

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  The 22-year-old, who captained England Under-21s to European Championship glory in the summer, has only made 18 Premier League appearances since making his debut in 2021. With just one year left on his deal, suitors are circling, and Forest face competition from across Europe; Fiorentina and Borussia Dortmund are also said to hold an interest.

• DID YOU KNOW?

  McAtee is one of a couple of options for Forest, as the club are also considering a swoop to sign Brentford striker Yoane Wissa. They have made a bid for the forward, but have not met the Bees' valuation.

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  WHAT NEXT?

  Gibbs-White is set to complete his move to Tottenham on Friday. Forest will then aim to source a replacement.

Newcastle’s pursuit of Hugo Ekitike has hit a roadblock after Eintracht Frankfurt turned down their opening bid and demanded improved terms.

• Newcastle offered €80m for Ekitike
• Frankfurt rejected the bid
• Payment terms didn’t satisfy German side

• WHAT HAPPENED?

  According to , Newcastle submitted a written €80 million (£67m/$91m) offer for Ekitike on Tuesday morning. While that figure would break their transfer record, Frankfurt turned it down. The Bundesliga club were not satisfied with the payment structure and are holding out for a higher fee.

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  Eintracht only signed Ekitike permanently from Paris Saint-Germain six months ago for €16.5m (£14m/$19m). His 22 goals and 12 assists in 48 games last season have made him a top target in Europe. Newcastle’s failed bid shows their intent, but Frankfurt believe they can attract more lucrative offers, possibly from rival suitors.

• DID YOU KNOW?

  If the deal had gone through, the French striker would have become the Magpies' most expensive signing ever, beating the €70m (£59m/$80m) they paid for Alexander Isak in 2022.

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  WHAT NEXT?

  Frankfurt are continuing talks with interested clubs and won’t sell unless their financial demands and terms are fully met. Newcastle could return with an improved offer, but they face serious competition from other European sides already circling.

So much can happen in a year, and one thing is certain – even after winning gold, this USWNT is on an ever-evolving journey

The U.S. Women's national team’s triumphant gold medal run at the 2024 Olympics marked a pinnacle of excellence, in more ways than one.

On Aug. 10 last year, Emma Hayes' side defeated Brazil 1-0 in the final of the Paris Games, marking the sixth gold medal game appearance for the USWNT – out of eight Olympics in which women's soccer was contested – and fifth win. The history is undeniable: The USWNT have the most Olympic gold and most total medals in the history of the Games, having won five golds, one silver and one bronze.

So nearly a year later, where are they now? So much can happen in a year, and one thing is certain, this USWNT is on an ever-evolving journey. From marriages to pregnancies to record-breaking moves to Europe to retirements and more, it's been a dynamic 12 months for that gold medal-winning USWNT.

INDIVISA look at the roster from the Paris Games, and the current status of the Olympic winners.

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  Alyssa Naeher, goalkeeper

  After leading the USWNT to gold, goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher retired from the USWNT at the end of 2024. She is the first goalkeeper to earn a shutout in a women's World Cup Final and an Olympic Gold Medal game. Despite retiring from international duties, Naeher still plays professionally for the Chicago Stars in the NWSL. She was recently moved from the 45-day injury list, and will be available to play for the Stars this weekend. 

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  Casey Murphy, goalkeeper

  Casey Murphy is the starting goalkeeper for the North Carolina Courage in the NWSL. In the 2025 NWSL season, she has started every match for the Courage – recording 13 starts with 36 saves and three clean sheets.

  Internationally, Murphy  earned nearly 20 caps for Team USA since her debut in November 2021, accumulating 15 clean sheets and helping the team qualify for both the 2023 World Cup and the 2024 Olympics. Since the Paris Games, Murphy has not been called into any USWNT camps.

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  Jane Campbell, goalkeeper

  Since winning Olympic gold, goalkeeper Jane Campbell has remained one of the most consistent players for the Houston Dash in the NWSL, signing a long-term contract through 2027-28. 

  Internationally, Campbell was featured in the 2025 SheBelieves Cup and April friendlies, and is in contention to become the next U.S. starting goalkeeper, Hayes is actively rotating goalkeepers in 2025 to build depth, with Campbell facing competition.

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  Tierna Davidson, defender

  Centerback Tierna Davidson joined Gotham FC in January of 2024 and captained the side in 2025. She recently signed an extension through 2027, but has been sidelined due to a season-ending ACL tear in March. With her injury, Davidson was replaced by defender Gisele Thompson for the USWNT's April friendlies. Since the Olympics, Davidson was announced as USWNT's Player's Association president and also got married to her longtime partner towards near the end of 2024.

Liverpool have officially unveiled their 2025-26 home and away kits as they reunite with adidas after 13 years apart. The release features clean, nostalgic designs that pay homage to iconic eras in the club’s past. The kit launch also confirmed shirt numbers for new signings like Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike.

• Liverpool reunite with adidas after 13-year absence
• New home and away kits blend heritage with modern style
• Wirtz confirmed as Reds' new No.7

• WHAT HAPPENED?

  Liverpool revealed their new home and away kits for the 2025-26 season, marking the return of adidas as their official kit supplier. The home kit stays true to tradition with a deep red design and a classic Liver Bird crest. The away strip features a clean off-white base with red and black trim, inspired by Anfield’s original main stand. The shielded crest on the away shirt nods to Anfield’s original architecture from 1906.

  The adidas Liverpool 2025-26 home, away and home goalkeeper football shirts are now available. Like last season, Liverpool kits are priced around £80 ($105) for adults, with a match version available for £125 ($165).

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  The new adidas kits aim to evoke emotion and history among fans, calling back to legendary players and iconic moments in the Merseyside club's past. Liverpool last partnered with adidas in 2012, making this a significant reunion for the Reds. Ahead of the kit release, the Reds also confirmed squad numbers for their new signings earlier in the morning.

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  Wirtz, Liverpool’s record signing, will wear the No.7 shirt last worn by Luis Diaz. Milos Kerkez has claimed the No.6 shirt, while Hugo Ekitike takes No.22 and Giorgi Mamardashvili becomes the new No.25.

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• WHAT NEXT FOR LIVERPOOL?

  Fans can expect the new kits to debut during Liverpool’s pre-season fixtures at Anfield against Athletic Club on August 4. The launch builds momentum heading into the new campaign under Arne Slot. With signings announced and kits released, attention now turns to results on the pitch.

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Chelsea’s newest Brazilian starlet, Willian Estevao, has opened up about the footballing heroes who inspired his move to Stamford Bridge and shared his ambitious goals following his official introduction to Blues supporters this week. The Blues struck a deal for the forward in June 2024 while he was still 17. However, FIFA regulations meant he couldn’t complete his move to England until he turned 18, a milestone he reached in April 2025.

• Estevao inspired by Chelsea legends' legacy
• Brazilian teen eager to win titles
• Could debut in friendlies this week

• WHAT HAPPENED?

  The 18-year-old winger, long considered one of South America's brightest prospects, was formally presented as a Chelsea player on Tuesday night following his long-anticipated arrival from Palmeiras. Before sealing his switch to the Premier League, Estevao carved out an impressive reputation in Brazil. Featuring in 83 games for Palmeiras, he amassed 42 goal contributions, an extraordinary return for such a young talent.

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  WHAT ESTEVAO SAID

  Speaking during his unveiling, Estevao revealed the key influence behind his decision to sign for the London club.

  “Eden Hazard is the one that I watched the most at Chelsea. He’s ace," he told the official website. 

  Hazard, who dazzled fans during his time in blue with his creativity and flair, left a lasting impact on the next generation and Estevao is determined to emulate his success at Stamford Bridge.

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  Estevao also paid homage to the lineage of Brazilian players who’ve donned the Chelsea shirt with distinction.

  “It’s a pleasure to be here where so many Brazilians made history," he said, referencing title-winning figures like David Luiz and Ramires.

  The teenager also revealed Thiago Silva had offered words of encouragement when the two met during a match late last year.

  "After I had signed for Chelsea and in the final game of 2024, I played against Thiago Silva. He came and talked to me," he said. “He said I was going to love the club, which has an incredible structure and is an incredible club. And now [I am here], I can see how amazing this club is.”

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• DID YOU KNOW?

  While the club’s history and idols played their part, Estevao stressed Chelsea’s long-term vision was the decisive factor in choosing to move to London. 

  "Their plans, the structure and the club. Everything," he added. "But mainly the plans and the project the club has is what interested me and my family, and I think it was the best decision we could have made."

  With a mindset focused on winning, Estevao didn’t shy away from stating his lofty goals. 

  "I want to win all the titles possible: the Premier League and the Champions League as well," he said. "And personally, to be the best in the world and keep working hard so that these dreams come true."

Bayern Munich are preparing replacements for outgoing Kingsley Coman, with two Chelsea stars among their transfer targets.

• Bayern targeting Nkunku and Jackson to replace winger
• Simons, Woltemade and Fofana also part of the list
• Bayern do not want a direct replacement for Coman

• WHAT HAPPENED?

  According to , Bayern sporting director Max Eberl is not seeking a direct replacement for Coman but has identified Chelsea’s Christopher Nkunku and Nicolas Jackson as potential signings. Nkunku’s agent Pini Zahavi, who also represents former Bayern winger Leroy Sane, could help the club leverage negotiations to bring the Frenchman to Munich. Other targets include Lyon’s Malick Fofana, Stuttgart’s Nick Woltemade, and RB Leipzig’s Xavi Simons.

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  Bayern are set to undergo a complete restructure in attack, with Coman’s sale to Al-Nassr part of the overhaul. Thomas Muller’s departure to Vancouver Whitecaps and Jamal Musiala’s injury during the Club World Cup have left the squad short of attacking options. The club have already secured former Liverpool winger Luis Diaz but are now looking for a backup option to support striker Harry Kane.

  Jackson is ready to give up on his Stamford Bridge career and could replace Alexander Isak at Newcastle while Nkunku has been offered to RB Leipzig, though he would rather play in the Champions League.

• DID YOU KNOW?

  Bayern are close to dropping their pursuit of Germany striker Woltemade, with negotiations at a standstill for weeks. Eberl says the deal is "off the table" while Stuttgart have insisted that if he is still at the club when the DFL-Supercup – against Bayern – kicks off on Saturday, he will not be sold this year. Bayern also face stiff competition for Simons, as Chelsea are also in the race for the Dutchman.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR BAYERN ?

  Bayern will hope to secure a deal for one of their targets in the final days of the transfer window, as the market heats up with the commencement of the 2025-26 season.

Jarrod Bowen had to be restrained by his team-mates and stewards as he attempted to confront a West Ham fan after their Carabao Cup loss to Wolves.

• Hammers lose 3-2 at Wolves
• Season has started terribly 
• Bowen stopped from confronting fan

• WHAT HAPPENED?

  After West Ham lost 3-2 to Wolves in the Carabao Cup, Bowen had to be restrained by his team-mates and stewards as he attempted to confront a supporter, who appeared to shout something from the away end. The Hammers had been leading 2-1 but Jorgen Strand Larsen came off the bench to score twice and seal Wolves' progression; the Irons are also rock-bottom of the Premier League after two games, having lost 3-0 to Sunderland and 5-1 to Chelsea.

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• WHAT BOWEN SAID

  Bowen is West Ham's captain and he followed the incident with a heartfelt apology on Instagram.  He wrote: "Apologies to the fans for tonight's reaction. I'm someone who is passionate and will fight every time I step on the pitch. But I need to set a better example and you fans know how much I love you and this club! We ride through the bad times together and I'll see you all Sunday."

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  WHAT NEXT?

  West Ham will aim for their first win of the season this weekend when they face Nottingham Forest.