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World Cup qualifiers: Viktor Gyokeres the hero for Sweden, Italy fall short

Sweden and Turkey booked their respective places for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday night, while Italy suffered a shock defeat on penalties to end their hopes of qualification.

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Feud erupts between Spain and Barcelona over Lamine Yamal withdrawal

The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) are upset after learning that Lamine Yamal underwent a groin procedure on the same day he was due to report for Spain's World Cup qualifiers against Georgia and Turkey.

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Europe World Cup qualifiers: Erling Haaland bags hat-trick in big Norway win

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland was the star of the show as Norway claimed an emphatic 5-0 win over Israel on Saturday.

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Ilkay Gundogan joins Galatasaray on free transfer from Man City

German midfielder Ilkay Gundogan has completed a free transfer from Manchester City to Turkish champions Galatasaray, signing a contract until the end of the 2026/27 season.

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Euro 2024: Netherlands dig deep in quarter-final comeback win against Turkey

Netherlands came back from a goal down to beat Turkey 2-1 in their Euro 2024 quarter-final clash on Saturday, setting up a semi-final against England.

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Turkey's Merih Demiral under UEFA investigation for gesture during goal celebration

Turkey's Euro 2024 last-16 matchwinner Merih Demiral is at the centre of a probe by UEFA for allegedly making a provocative political gesture as he celebrated one of his two goals against Austria.

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