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Ouaddou: Pirates used Spain camp to fast-track Pedersen’s integration
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has revealed that their newly signed striker from Norway, Sebastian Pedersen, was actually with them in Spain, and they integrated him into the team there before confirming his signing following their return home.
Luis de la Fuente slams Argentina's 'unacceptable behaviour' after World Cup final
Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has strongly criticised the behaviour of several Argentina players and members of the coaching staff following the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.
Robert Lewandowski backs Lamine Yamal despite injury-hit FIFA World Cup campaign
Robert Lewandowski believes Lamine Yamal was not at his very best during Spain's successful 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, but said the young Barcelona star still showed his quality after returning from a lengthy injury lay-off.
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Spain's Gavi urges FIFA not to suspend Argentina's Leandro Paredes for World Cup final brawl
Spain midfielder Gavi believes Argentina's Leandro Paredes should not be suspended for his role in the ugly scenes that followed the World Cup final, despite the Barcelona midfielder being shoved to the ground during the post-match confrontation.
Spain climb to top of FIFA ranking after World Cup glory
Spain have been rewarded for their FIFA World Cup triumph by moving to the top of the latest FIFA World Ranking.
Rodri hails Spain's World Cup glory as Madrid welcomes home champions
Spain's World Cup-winning squad returned home to a hero's welcome on Monday, with captain Rodri describing lifting football's biggest prize as the greatest achievement of his career.
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