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List of teams qualified for 2025/26 UEFA Champions League
Teams from all across Europe are battling to earn a coveted spot in the UEFA Champions League, the world's most popular club competition, especially the lucrative league phase.

Real Madrid grind out season-opening win over Osasuna as Mbappe scores
It was far from pretty, but Real Madrid ground out a victory at home to begin the La Liga season, beating Osasuna on a Kylian Mbappe penalty shortly after halftime.

Who won 2025 PFA Player of the Year? Mo Salah favourite for Premier League award
The PFA Player of the Year is one of the most coveted awards a footballer in the Premier League can have bestowed upon them.

Real Madrid vs. Osasuna lineups: Starting XI, team news for Trent's La Liga debut
Real Madrid start their La Liga season at home to Osasuna on August 19.

Man City open to parting ways with first-team star amid interest from Galatasaray
Man City are reportedly open to parting ways with first-team star amid interest from Galatasaray.

Former PL striker hits out at bold verdict on Gyokeres after just 60 minutes at Arsenal
Former PL striker has hit out at the bold verdict on Viktor Gyokeres after just 60 minutes on the pitch for Arsenal.

Tottenham strike Eberechi Eze agreement but final step depends on Crystal Palace
Tottenham have striked Eberechi Eze agreement but final step could depend on Crystal Palace

Rangers predicted lineup vs. Club Brugge: Martin to recall big guns for UCL playoff first leg
Rangers host Club Brugge in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League playoff tie this week. The winners over the two legs will qualify for this season's league phase.

Former Real Madrid star leaves door open for Cristiano Ronaldo reunion at Saudi
Former Real Madrid star has reportedly left the door open for a possible reunion with Cristiano Ronaldo at the Saudi Pro League.

Celtic vs. Kairat lineups: Predicted starting XI, team news, injuries for UCL qualifier
Already firmly stuck in at the start of the 2025/26 campaign, Celtic have been drawn against Kazakhstani club Kairat Almaty for the Champions League playoffs, with the first leg set for Wednesday at home.

Joao Felix fires Al Nassr past Al Ittihad in Saudi Super Cup despite Mane red
Al Nassr claimed a superb 2-1 victory over Al Ittihad despite being reduced to 10 men, booking their place in the Saudi Super Cup final.

Bellingham confirms he will have shoulder surgery after Club World Cup
Jude Bellingham has been dealing with a shoulder injury for over a year that has finally come home to roost. He will have treatment after the Club World Cup.

Why Ancelotti could omit Vinicius from Brazil's squad for World Cup qualifiers?
Here's why Carlo Ancelotti could omit Vinicius Junior from Brazil's squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
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