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“Hard not to feel scammed.” By now, the word is out - World Cup tickets are eye-wateringly expensive. But some buyers have noticed an extra sting. Despite purchasing Category 1 tickets, a redrawing of multiple stadium seating maps has led to confusion and frustration that they didn't get what they paid for. Henry Bushnell investigates ⤵️ 🔗

“Hard not to feel scammed.” By now, the word is out - World Cup tickets are eye-wateringly expensive. But some buyers have noticed an extra sting. Despite purchasing Category 1 tickets, a redrawing of multiple stadium seating maps has led to confusion and frustration that they didn't get what they paid for. Henry Bushnell investigates ⤵️ 🔗

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Jurgen Klopp sprints to the fourth official in the midst of the Liverpool celebrations — then appears to pull his hamstring... #LFC | #LIVTOT 🎬 Football Daily

Jurgen Klopp sprints to the fourth official in the midst of the Liverpool celebrations — then appears to pull his hamstring... #LFC | #LIVTOT 🎬 Football Daily

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Having left the stadium before extra time, a group of West Ham United fans watched the FA Cup penalty shootout against Leeds United outside the stadium on FaceTime from a fellow supporter. 🎥 Dan Sheldon

Having left the stadium before extra time, a group of West Ham United fans watched the FA Cup penalty shootout against Leeds United outside the stadium on FaceTime from a fellow supporter. 🎥 Dan Sheldon

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𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 🥇 Bruno Fernandes | Manchester United Some words from the man himself... 🔴 #MUFC | #PL | #TAFCAwards26

𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 🥇 Bruno Fernandes | Manchester United Some words from the man himself... 🔴 #MUFC | #PL | #TAFCAwards26

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Ederson, Sandro Tonali and... ? Luke Littler lists the three players he would like Manchester United to sign this summer 🔴

Ederson, Sandro Tonali and... ? Luke Littler lists the three players he would like Manchester United to sign this summer 🔴

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Thunder roars through the sky around Estadio Azteca. Mexico and England are due to kick off in less than three hours for a place in the quarter-finals of the World Cup...

Thunder roars through the sky around Estadio Azteca. Mexico and England are due to kick off in less than three hours for a place in the quarter-finals of the World Cup...

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"An unexpected encounter with royalty on the way to Ecuador vs Curacao. Not sporting royalty this time, but actual royalty. "King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands are ready to cheer on Curacao, which has remained part of the Dutch kingdom since its independence in 2010. "The queen is wearing a Curacao jersey and the king a scarf, making their allegiance clear and shaking hands with a small number of fans who were able to greet them." 📼 Oliver Kay Ecuador vs Curacao live blog:

"An unexpected encounter with royalty on the way to Ecuador vs Curacao. Not sporting royalty this time, but actual royalty. "King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands are ready to cheer on Curacao, which has remained part of the Dutch kingdom since its independence in 2010. "The queen is wearing a Curacao jersey and the king a scarf, making their allegiance clear and shaking hands with a small number of fans who were able to greet them." 📼 Oliver Kay Ecuador vs Curacao live blog:

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Mexican supporters did gather for a ‘serenade’ near the England team hotel overnight. It sounds romantic. Much more romantic than a load of people gathering outside the team hotel in the dead of night, and making a racket in an attempt to prevent Mexico’s next opponents from sleeping. The scenes in Mexico City were on a much smaller scale than those ahead of the Ecuador game last week. This time, the police were prepared. There were two perimeters set up, one preventing vehicles from passing, the other stopping anyone on foot. Even the inner ring was 200 metres from England’s hotel. Crowds gathered, but the police eventually moved them on, as they did when a second wave - a group of fans played music and let off fireworks - later mustered on a footbridge. Jack Lang investigates ⤵️ 🔗

Mexican supporters did gather for a ‘serenade’ near the England team hotel overnight. It sounds romantic. Much more romantic than a load of people gathering outside the team hotel in the dead of night, and making a racket in an attempt to prevent Mexico’s next opponents from sleeping. The scenes in Mexico City were on a much smaller scale than those ahead of the Ecuador game last week. This time, the police were prepared. There were two perimeters set up, one preventing vehicles from passing, the other stopping anyone on foot. Even the inner ring was 200 metres from England’s hotel. Crowds gathered, but the police eventually moved them on, as they did when a second wave - a group of fans played music and let off fireworks - later mustered on a footbridge. Jack Lang investigates ⤵️ 🔗

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An incredible moment for Antonio Arena. The 16-year-old scored for Roma with his first touch in their Coppa Italia match against Torino. 🎥 Lega Serie A

An incredible moment for Antonio Arena. The 16-year-old scored for Roma with his first touch in their Coppa Italia match against Torino. 🎥 Lega Serie A

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$Ismael Kone, who had surgery after he suffered a fractured tibia and fibula against Qatar in Canada's second match, is in attendance against Switzerland. The Canada midfielder received a rapturous reception in Vancouver. 🎥 Joshua Kloke 🔗$

Ismael Kone, who had surgery after he suffered a fractured tibia and fibula against Qatar in Canada's second match, is in attendance against Switzerland. The Canada midfielder received a rapturous reception in Vancouver. 🎥 Joshua Kloke 🔗

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“We are very devastated. It is so tragic to see your own stadium burning.” Police say a child was involved in the shocking fire that destroyed FC Haka's stadium in Finland. As they continue to investigate, rival teams have rallied around the club giving them hope they can try and rebuild it. Jessica Hopkins reports. 🎥 Mikko Aaltonen 🔗

“We are very devastated. It is so tragic to see your own stadium burning.” Police say a child was involved in the shocking fire that destroyed FC Haka's stadium in Finland. As they continue to investigate, rival teams have rallied around the club giving them hope they can try and rebuild it. Jessica Hopkins reports. 🎥 Mikko Aaltonen 🔗

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The mural of Trent Alexander-Arnold on Sybil Road, a short walk from Anfield, has been cleaned after being defaced overnight.

The mural of Trent Alexander-Arnold on Sybil Road, a short walk from Anfield, has been cleaned after being defaced overnight.

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They will be partying for many hours in north London tonight... 🔴🏆🎉

They will be partying for many hours in north London tonight... 🔴🏆🎉

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Reyes Cleary with the best goal you'll see this weekend. It might even be the best goal you'll see this season. 🎥 Barnsley FC

Reyes Cleary with the best goal you'll see this weekend. It might even be the best goal you'll see this season. 🎥 Barnsley FC

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Real Madrid played You'll Never Walk Alone at the end of their game with Liverpool. It's in response to #LFC laying flowers in tribute to Amancio at Anfield. 🎥 @GuillerRai

Real Madrid played You'll Never Walk Alone at the end of their game with Liverpool. It's in response to #LFC laying flowers in tribute to Amancio at Anfield. 🎥 @GuillerRai

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𝐖𝐞'𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐠𝐨𝐥𝐝 Wolves paid tribute to Diogo Jota and Andre Silva before their game against Manchester City. 🎥 Jordan Campbell

𝐖𝐞'𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐠𝐨𝐥𝐝 Wolves paid tribute to Diogo Jota and Andre Silva before their game against Manchester City. 🎥 Jordan Campbell

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We're delighted to welcome Tom Bogert to The Athletic. He'll be bringing you breaking news, insight into the world of MLS, the USMNT and transfers. Read his first column here... 👇

We're delighted to welcome Tom Bogert to The Athletic. He'll be bringing you breaking news, insight into the world of MLS, the USMNT and transfers. Read his first column here... 👇

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Let the celebrations begin for Michael Skubala & Lincoln City 🎊 🎥 Eduardo Tansley

Let the celebrations begin for Michael Skubala & Lincoln City 🎊 🎥 Eduardo Tansley

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A former Premier League executive's idea: deduct Manchester City 25 points per season for the next three to five seasons, making it almost impossible for them to qualify for the Champions League. Adam Crafton and Emma Paton discuss Manchester City's charges, potential punishments and what the future holds. 🎙️ 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝗖 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁

A former Premier League executive's idea: deduct Manchester City 25 points per season for the next three to five seasons, making it almost impossible for them to qualify for the Champions League. Adam Crafton and Emma Paton discuss Manchester City's charges, potential punishments and what the future holds. 🎙️ 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝗖 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁

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𝗪𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗯 𝗱𝗼 𝗼𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗵𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁? No prizes for guessing Gary Neville’s answer… “When I was a kid, I hated them. Didn’t like them throughout my football career… “But as you get older, hate is not the right word. You soften a bit, you become more respectful.” Watch Gary Neville play 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐥 with David Ornstein ⬇️

𝗪𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗯 𝗱𝗼 𝗼𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗵𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁? No prizes for guessing Gary Neville’s answer… “When I was a kid, I hated them. Didn’t like them throughout my football career… “But as you get older, hate is not the right word. You soften a bit, you become more respectful.” Watch Gary Neville play 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐥 with David Ornstein ⬇️

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"I got banned from the first team building for something of nothing. It was just a circus." Danny Drinkwater opens up to David Ornstein about what really happened during his time at Chelsea. Watch the full episode of 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐥 ⬇️ 🎥

"I got banned from the first team building for something of nothing. It was just a circus." Danny Drinkwater opens up to David Ornstein about what really happened during his time at Chelsea. Watch the full episode of 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐥 ⬇️ 🎥

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"The only winners are lawyers." David Ornstein on Manchester City being found guilty of almost all charges — "a sorry situation for English football"... 🎙️ 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝗖 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 Watch now:

"The only winners are lawyers." David Ornstein on Manchester City being found guilty of almost all charges — "a sorry situation for English football"... 🎙️ 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝗖 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 Watch now:

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Is Declan Rice a centre-back again? 🎙️ JJ Bull

Is Declan Rice a centre-back again? 🎙️ JJ Bull

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“It’s clear from the work they were doing on those big names that they knew that they needed to do something. “They’ve decided to keep their powder dry, whether it be for January or next summer.” David Ornstein discusses Arsenal’s summer transfer window, with Mikel Arteta’s side unsuccessful in their attempts to sign Vinicius Junior and Julian Alvarez.

“It’s clear from the work they were doing on those big names that they knew that they needed to do something. “They’ve decided to keep their powder dry, whether it be for January or next summer.” David Ornstein discusses Arsenal’s summer transfer window, with Mikel Arteta’s side unsuccessful in their attempts to sign Vinicius Junior and Julian Alvarez.

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"It is interesting how powerful he is there. He's the king at Arsenal." David Ornstein discusses the significance of Mikel Arteta's new contract at the Emirates.

"It is interesting how powerful he is there. He's the king at Arsenal." David Ornstein discusses the significance of Mikel Arteta's new contract at the Emirates.

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What advice would Danny Drinkwater give to his 18-year-old self? 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐥, with David Ornstein — watch the full episode here:

What advice would Danny Drinkwater give to his 18-year-old self? 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐥, with David Ornstein — watch the full episode here:

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New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani wants answers from FIFA after the World Cup organizer reversed a policy at the last minute, meaning fans are no longer permitted to bring plastic water bottles into venues this summer. 🎙️ Adam Crafton 🔗

New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani wants answers from FIFA after the World Cup organizer reversed a policy at the last minute, meaning fans are no longer permitted to bring plastic water bottles into venues this summer. 🎙️ Adam Crafton 🔗

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Martin Odegaard helped lead Arsenal to a comeback victory against Leeds United on Saturday with what he did off the ball, as Jon Mackenzie explains...

Martin Odegaard helped lead Arsenal to a comeback victory against Leeds United on Saturday with what he did off the ball, as Jon Mackenzie explains...

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"There is a fantastic opportunity at Everton, I'd be pretty excited." Despite "uncertainty" with The Friedkin Group, David Ornstein explains why it should be optimism over anxiety at Everton 🎙️ 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝗖 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁

"There is a fantastic opportunity at Everton, I'd be pretty excited." Despite "uncertainty" with The Friedkin Group, David Ornstein explains why it should be optimism over anxiety at Everton 🎙️ 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝗖 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁

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Chelsea can't build any higher — and it has something to do with St. Paul's Cathedral... 🏟️

Chelsea can't build any higher — and it has something to do with St. Paul's Cathedral... 🏟️

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"Utter madness. That was just extraordinary." David Ornstein explains the collapse of Folarin Balogun's move from Monaco to Everton — and the effect it had on Lamine Camara's supposed switch to Chelsea from the Ligue 1 side...

"Utter madness. That was just extraordinary." David Ornstein explains the collapse of Folarin Balogun's move from Monaco to Everton — and the effect it had on Lamine Camara's supposed switch to Chelsea from the Ligue 1 side...

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“I did see parallels with the defeat that Arsenal suffered [on the opening weekend to Brentford in 2021-22]. “Arsenal went on to lose their first three games that season — they ended up finishing fifth. I wonder if that's exactly what's going to happen to Spurs.” Despite starting the new season with a 3-0 defeat away at Brentford, Jay Harris sees no reason for Tottenham to panic.

“I did see parallels with the defeat that Arsenal suffered [on the opening weekend to Brentford in 2021-22]. “Arsenal went on to lose their first three games that season — they ended up finishing fifth. I wonder if that's exactly what's going to happen to Spurs.” Despite starting the new season with a 3-0 defeat away at Brentford, Jay Harris sees no reason for Tottenham to panic.

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We’re hosting our latest talent ID day on Wednesday October 21 to help identify the next generation of sports journalists. If that’s you, you’re 18+ & UK based: send us 200 words on your experience & contact details. 📧 talentid@theathletic.com Deadline: Wednesday September 9, 5pm BST.

We’re hosting our latest talent ID day on Wednesday October 21 to help identify the next generation of sports journalists. If that’s you, you’re 18+ & UK based: send us 200 words on your experience & contact details. 📧 [email protected] Deadline: Wednesday September 9, 5pm BST.

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🗣️ "Crucially, because I'm receiving so many questions on what is the punishment, sanctions have not taken place." David Ornstein broke the huge news that Manchester City have been found guilty on all but one of the 115 charges relating to breaches of the Premier League’s financial regulations and thinks it has quite some time to run yet...

🗣️ "Crucially, because I'm receiving so many questions on what is the punishment, sanctions have not taken place." David Ornstein broke the huge news that Manchester City have been found guilty on all but one of the 115 charges relating to breaches of the Premier League’s financial regulations and thinks it has quite some time to run yet...

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“It was all about seeking deals abroad because you didn't want to strengthen your rival — that's just gone out of the window now.” - David Ornstein “It does feel like it's a league unto itself.” - James Horncastle OSI 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝗖 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 on how Premier League clubs now seem comfortable selling to their domestic rivals.

“It was all about seeking deals abroad because you didn't want to strengthen your rival — that's just gone out of the window now.” - David Ornstein “It does feel like it's a league unto itself.” - James Horncastle OSI 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝗖 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 on how Premier League clubs now seem comfortable selling to their domestic rivals.

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"I don't think the public will accept just one season in the Championship." 🎙️ 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝗖 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 offer their views on the level of punishment Manchester City should receive...

"I don't think the public will accept just one season in the Championship." 🎙️ 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝗖 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 offer their views on the level of punishment Manchester City should receive...

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"We've never had a case like this. Nobody knows where this is going to go." Despite being found guilty of almost all charges, Manchester City remain confident of proving their innocence. David Ornstein, James Horncastle OSI and Kate Mason analyse the situation on the latest episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝗖 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 Watch now:

"We've never had a case like this. Nobody knows where this is going to go." Despite being found guilty of almost all charges, Manchester City remain confident of proving their innocence. David Ornstein, James Horncastle OSI and Kate Mason analyse the situation on the latest episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝗖 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 Watch now:

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146,289 次观看 • 20 天前

“At the end of last season, all parties agreed to continue together into the 2026-27 campaign. “As I understand it, Howe experienced a change of mind in recent weeks, and communicated to the club hierarchy that he wanted to take a break.” David Ornstein on the news that Eddie Howe is set to leave Newcastle United, with Matthias Jaissle poised to replace him at St James' Park...

“At the end of last season, all parties agreed to continue together into the 2026-27 campaign. “As I understand it, Howe experienced a change of mind in recent weeks, and communicated to the club hierarchy that he wanted to take a break.” David Ornstein on the news that Eddie Howe is set to leave Newcastle United, with Matthias Jaissle poised to replace him at St James' Park...

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591,738 次观看 • 2 个月前