Japan display talent, ambition to scale new heights at World Cup
Japan have never gone beyond the last 16 at a World Cup but they have set themselves the ambitious target of winning next year’s tournament after dominating in Asian qualifying.
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Christian Eriksen Set To Leave Manchester United At The End Of The 2024/25 Season
Christian Eriksen said on Tuesday he is expecting to leave Manchester United at the end of the season and is ready for a new challenge. The Danish midfielder has been in and out of the team since Ruben Amorim took charge last year and his contract at Old Trafford expires in June. "I'm ready to look for something new. That suits me very well," Eriksen told reporters before Denmark's Nations League quarter-final against Portugal, saying United had not approached him about a possible extension to his deal. "That's why I assume the collaboration is over. That's how I interpret it.
Manchester United Defy Fan Groups With Five Percent Season Ticket Rise
Manchester United announced plans to raise season ticket prices by five percent for the 2025/26 season on Monday, defying calls from supporters groups for the cost to be frozen. There will be no rise in the cost of tickets for under-16s, but the club are introducing a new game categorisation for non season-ticket holders, to allow for different pricing structures for higher-profile fixtures. United fans have routinely protested at Old Trafford in recent months after the decision in November to scrap concessions to children and over-65s with all remaining tickets for this season priced at 66 pounds ($85).
"Shattered My Bone In Four Different Places": West Ham Striker Michail Antonio On Near-Death Car Accident
Michail Antonio, the West Ham United striker, whose serious car accident sent shockwaves through English football reflected on his accident after having visited the remains of his car at the scrapyard. Antonio had undergone surgery on a lower limb fracture following the accident on December 7 in Epping, Essex, and was taken to a central London hospital. Photos of the car had flooded online, raising concern to Antonio's state. The 34-year-old also stated he has no recollection of how he crashed the car.
Arsenal Edge Out Chelsea, Fulham Beat Tottenham Hotspur 2-0
Chelsea's challenge for a place in next season's Champions League faltered in a toothless 1-0 defeat at Arsenal on Sunday as Fulham beat Tottenham 2-0. Mikel Merino scored the only goal of a disappointing contest at the Emirates as Arsenal pulled clear in second place and to within 12 points of runaway leaders Liverpool. Chelsea badly missed the presence of the absent Cole Palmer due to injury as they meekly surrendered to a damaging defeat for their hopes of a top-four finish.
Manchester City Stumble, Nottingham Forest Soar In Champions League Chase
Manchester City failed to ease fears of missing out on the Champions League next season after twice blowing the lead to draw 2-2 against Brighton, while third-placed Nottingham Forest thrashed Ipswich 4-2 on Saturday. Erling Haaland and Omar Marmoush put City in front, but high-flying Brighton extended their unbeaten run to seven games thanks to Pervis Estupinan's free-kick and an Abdukodir Khusanov own goal. City boss Pep Guardiola said on Friday that just reaching the Champions League next season would be a "big success" after a difficult season for a side used to lifting the league title.
"I Am Not Sure...": Liverpool Captain Virgil Van Dijk Breaks Silence On Contract Extension Talks
Virgil van Dijk won't "panic" about his Liverpool future as the Reds captain admits he is willing to let his contract run down until the end of the season. Van Dijk's current deal expires in June and talks with Liverpool have yet to produce an extension. The 33-year-old defender's successful seven-year stay at Anfield will come to an end if no new contract is agreed. Van Dijk, who will lead Liverpool in the League Cup final against Newcastle at Wembley on Sunday, has made no secret of his desire to remain on Merseyside. But even with no resolution in sight it has not affected his performances or his focus.