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Poor record against top sides stalls Dortmund push

Borussia Dortmund’s 2025-26 Bundesliga campaign is statistically among their best ever, but their hopes of major honours this season have been derailed by a poor record against top sides.

Italy World Cup failure casts shadow over Serie A

Napoli and AC Milan will face off on Monday with Serie A leaders Inter Milan in their sights, but the return of domestic football over Easter has been completely overshadowed by the fallout from Italy failing to reach yet another World Cup.

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FA Cup spotlight on City Liverpool clash

Liverpool face a daunting trip to Manchester City in the standout tie of the FA Cup quarter-finals this weekend as Mohamed Salah seeks to end nine spectacular seasons at Anfield on a high.

Yamal tasked with leading Barca after Raphinha injury

Barcelona winger Raphinha’s untimely injury heaps further pressure on teenage star Lamine Yamal ahead of the club’s triple-header against Atletico Madrid.

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Gattuso quits after World Cup failure

Gennaro Gattuso has resigned as Italy coach following their failure to qualify for the World Cup, deepening the national team’s ongoing crisis.

Tuchel casts doubt on Foden England selection

Thomas Tuchel said Phil Foden’s place in England’s World Cup squad is “not a guarantee” after failing once more to hit peak form for the Three Lions.

Africa ready as World Cup groups set

The full line-up and group-stage draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been confirmed, with the expanded 48-team tournament set to begin on 11 June.

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Italy hit new low after World Cup failure

Italy will once again watch the World Cup from the sidelines after a penalty shootout defeat to Bosnia and Herzegovina confirmed another failed qualification attempt.