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The World Cup star is now expected to be sidelined for up to three months.

LONDON, Aug 19 (Reuters) - The fallout from FIFA's decision to ⁠allow U.S. forward Folarin Balogun to play despite a World Cup red card risked undermining trust in football's disciplinary and officiating processes, warned the ⁠Premier League's refereeing head Howard Webb and chief executive Richard Masters.

As the 2026/27 Premier League campaign gets underway, it's defending champions Arsenal who are the heavy favourites as all the likely challengers are in various stages of a rebuild. Can anyone challenge the Gunners? Probably not, but we'll take a look anyway.

REF chief Howard Webb fears the World Cup row over USA striker Folarin Balogun could fuel false PREM conspiracy theories. Pro Ref boss Webb...

In the first episode of the new series, Lawrence Ostler is joined by Miguel Delaney and Richard Jolly to preview the new Premier League season, asking if the league is entering a post-Guardiola, post-Salah era defined by managerial churn, fewer global superstars, and greater uncertainty. They discuss Manchester City’s transition under Enzo Maresca amid midfield concerns and Rodri’s possible Barcelona move, Liverpool’s unfinished rebuild under Andoni Iraola without a clear Salah replacement, and Manchester United’s issues under Michael Carrick with a thin midfield and a heavier schedule. Arsenal are framed as the main known quantity and title favourites, with debate over Arteta’s intensity, attacking evolution, and recruitment. They assess Chelsea under Xabi Alonso, Tottenham under Roberto De Zerbi, the impact of no European football for some clubs, relegation candidates, and give top-five and relegation predictions. The World Cup series is over, and now Copa Independent is back for the new season. Listen for all the biggest headlines, blow-ups, and controversies of the beautiful game on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or watch on YouTube

He is replacing a World Cup winner and is his country’s first Premier League keeper, but Villa’s new signing has already dealt with harder challenges

The side had fate in their own hands to claim league honours come the last day of their 15-match campaign across three legs, and closed out the tournament with a four-point gap over Uganda after the Cricket Cranes fell to a final-over defeat to Bahrain, as per ICC.

Italy clinched the top position in ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Challenge League Group B with a decisive victory over Tanzania. They move forward to the Qualifier Play-off alongside Uganda. The team's strategic performances in Tanzania, notably against Uganda, ensured their unbeaten status in the final leg of matches.

Rodri has joined defending La Liga champions Barcelona for reportedly a fee of 76.5 million euros ($88.6 million) after having spent seven years at Manchester City.

The side had fate in their own hands to claim league honours come the last day of their 15-match campaign across three legs, and closed out the tournament with a four-point gap over Uganda after the Cricket Cranes fell to a final-over defeat to Bahrain, as per ICC.

When the Philadelphia Union host Lionel Messi and Inter Miami in Chester, Pa., on Wednesday evening, they will set out to extend their perfect run since Major League Soccer's World Cup break.

The CEO of the English Premier League had scathing words for FIFA and its president Gianni Infantino.

The Spanish star is back in Spain after joining from Man City, where he won the Champions League, the Premier League and the Ballon d'Or

British viewers won't be able to watch the Rugby League World Cup on free-to-air TV, earning criticism from...

BARCELONA, Aug 18 - Barcelona have signed midfielder Rodri from Manchester City on a deal until June 2030, the LaLiga club announced on Tuesday, as the World Cup winner was entering the final year of his contract at the Premier League club. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Gianni Infantino has faced fierce criticism after being forced to abandon his World Cup sell-off plan

Only five members of the USMNT's World Cup squad play in the Premier League, but England's top flight may be finding new ways to embrace American talent

The Premier League 2026-27 season will kick off on Friday (August 21), with defending champions Arsenal hosting newly promoted Coventry City at the Emirates Stadium in London. The new campaign will begin one week later than usual following the expanded 48-team FIFA World Cup, which concluded on July 19. Here are all the details, including the season dates, full schedule, match timings, venues, all 20 teams and live streaming information in India.

Week six saw Team Falcons lift the Rocket League trophy, S2G Esports crowned PMWC champions, while Magnus Carlsen secured back-to-back Chess titles.

Goalkeeper poised to complete Aston Villa transfer and become first Japanese No 1 to play in English top flight.

Chelsea and Manchester United could be heading for another Premier League transfer battle after both clubs expressed interest in Roma midfielder Manu Koné.

The 2026-27 Premier League is here! After a busy summer of World Cup, transfers and preseason prep, here's how we expect all the top clubs to line up for opening weekend.

The 2026/27 Premier League season gets underway later this month. Due to the World Cup, the Premier League begins at a later date than usual, with champions Arsenal and newly promoted Coventry City kicking us off on Friday, the 21st of August at the Emirates Stadium.

Australia are facing a shortage of backrowers for this year's Rugby League World Cup but South Sydney tyro Tallis Duncan could prove to be the answer.

Football News: The Premier League is set to implement significant rule changes for the 2026/27 season, including a five-second countdown for throw-ins, a one-minute injury protocol, and enhanced VAR interventions. These changes aim to reduce time-wasting and improve match efficiency.

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Michy Batshuayi, former Chelsea and Belgium striker, has joined Saudi Pro League side Abha on a free transfer. Previously with Eintracht Frankfurt, Batshuayi has played for several renowned clubs and was part of Belgium's 2018 World Cup squad. Abha announced his signing, marking a new chapter for the striker.

Week six saw Team Falcons lift the Rocket League trophy, S2G Esports crowned PMWC champions, FaZe Clan conquer Rainbow Six Siege, while Magnus Carlsen secured back-to-back Chess titles.

Champions rode on strong start to win summit clash 19-10

As the World Cup-winning captain prepares to depart, Richard Jolly pays tribute to a figure who elevated himself and his side under Pep Guardiola

With the revamped tournament format placing greater importance on every league-stage point, the day's results could play a crucial role in shaping qualification scenarios for the next phase.

Barcelona have reached an agreement in principle to sign Manchester City midfielder Rodri in a £76.5 million transfer. The Ballon d'Or winner, Spain World Cup captain and former Premier League star is set to join Hansi Flick's La Liga champions ahead of the new season.