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Swiss attacker Xherdan Shaqiri to leave Chicago Fire after mutual contract termination

Swiss attacker Xherdan Shaqiri to leave Chicago Fire after mutual contract termination

Getty Images Thomas Hindle Xherdan ShaqiriChicago Fire FCMajor League SoccerTransfers The former Switzerland international is departing the MLS club after just over two years in Chicago. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Shaqiri to leave Chicago, effective immediately Has just three goal involvements in MLS this year Signed from Lyon in February…

How the Premier League's handball law will be simplified in the 2024-25 season – explained

How the Premier League's handball law will be simplified in the 2024-25 season – explained

Getty Images Sport Mitchell Fretton Premier League Player complaints have led to the Premier League simplifying the handball law for the 2024-25 campaign. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Complaints that too many handballs given last season Premier League agreed to simplify law Expected to be more lenient in 2024-25 Article continues…

Mikel Arteta's pickpocket lesson branded 'weird' by Arsenal legend David Seaman as ex-goalkeeper admits he 'can't work out' manager's latest bizarre motivational tactic

Mikel Arteta's pickpocket lesson branded 'weird' by Arsenal legend David Seaman as ex-goalkeeper admits he 'can't work out' manager's latest bizarre motivational tactic

Getty Scott Wilson ArsenalPremier LeagueMikel Arteta Mikel Arteta's idea to have pickpockets steal from his Arsenal players has been labelled "weird" by club legend David Seaman. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Arteta invited pickpockets to Arsenal dinner Tactic used to keep players focused Gunners icon Seaman labels it "weird" Article continues…

Arsenal ramp up bid to complete Mikel Merino transfer as sporting director Edu travels to Spain for talks over Real Sociedad midfield dynamo

Arsenal ramp up bid to complete Mikel Merino transfer as sporting director Edu travels to Spain for talks over Real Sociedad midfield dynamo

(C) Getty Images Soham Mukherjee Mikel MerinoArsenalTransfersPremier LeagueReal SociedadLaLiga Arsenal have intensified their pursuit of Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino, with sporting director Edu Gaspar flying to Spain for negotiations. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Merino is a priority target for Arsenal Player keen on a Premier League switch Has turned down…

'Transfer ban is coming' – Why Chelsea fans are fearing the worst as Premier League chief Richard Masters reveals investigation into Blues is 'reaching a conclusion' – explained

'Transfer ban is coming' – Why Chelsea fans are fearing the worst as Premier League chief Richard Masters reveals investigation into Blues is 'reaching a conclusion' – explained

Getty Images Mitchell Fretton ChelseaPremier League Chelsea fans believe there is 'a transfer ban coming' after Richard Masters revealed an ongoing investigation into the club is nearing a conclusion. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Chelsea under investigation for historic transfers Occurred during Abramovich era PL chief provided update on potential sanctions…

Ex-Man Utd star Jesse Lingard shares hilarious throwback photo with Maya Jama in happy birthday message to Love Island presenter

Ex-Man Utd star Jesse Lingard shares hilarious throwback photo with Maya Jama in happy birthday message to Love Island presenter

Getty Scott Wilson Jesse LingardFC SeoulShowbizK-League 1 Former Manchester United star Jesse Lingard has sent a heartfelt message to Maya Jama on her 30th birthday. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Lingard sends birthday message to Jama Pair linked up for mental health campaign Ex-Man Utd ace battling injuries in Korea Article…

Orlando Pirates reveal Caf Champions League jersey numbers including fan-favourite grabbing No.10

Orlando Pirates reveal Caf Champions League jersey numbers including fan-favourite grabbing No.10

Backpagepix Celine Abrahams CAF Champions LeagueOrlando PiratesMamelodi Sundowns FCPatrick MaswanganyiRelebohile Mofokeng The Buccaneers are set to kick off their continental campaign, and fans will notice some intriguing changes to the players' jersey numbers. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Pirates unveil jersey numbers for CafCL Fan-favourite handed famous No.10 While, Mofokeng takes…

'Even if Kaizer Chiefs sign Fiston Mayele and Percy Tau, nothing will change because that team is dead! They sign one top player like Gaston Sirino, then it's over. We know Amakhosi' – Fans

'Even if Kaizer Chiefs sign Fiston Mayele and Percy Tau, nothing will change because that team is dead! They sign one top player like Gaston Sirino, then it's over. We know Amakhosi' – Fans

GOAL Clifton Mabasa Premier Soccer LeagueKaizer ChiefsPercy TauNasreddine NabiGaston SirinoFiston MayeleFan stories Amakhosi are still expected to go all out in the market as they seek to bolster their squad before their first match of the new season.  GOAL looked at some of the players that Kaizer Chiefs could still go for to strengthen Nasreddine…

Ivan Toney's Brentford escape route? England striker offered Saudi transfer- but Thomas Frank delivers bullish update on talisman's future

Ivan Toney's Brentford escape route? England striker offered Saudi transfer- but Thomas Frank delivers bullish update on talisman's future

Getty Soham Mukherjee Ivan ToneyBrentfordTransfersPremier LeagueAl AhliSaudi Pro League Ivan Toney has reportedly been offered a massive contract by Saudi club Al-Ahli, but Brentford boss Thomas Frank insists the striker won't be leaving. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Toney has just a year left in his Brentford contract Al-Ahli swoop in…

Leah Williamson 'can't wait' to face ex-team-mate Vivianne Miedema when Arsenal open new WSL season against Man City as Lionesses star also reveals why she is 'relishing' friendly with Emma Hayes' USWNT

Leah Williamson 'can't wait' to face ex-team-mate Vivianne Miedema when Arsenal open new WSL season against Man City as Lionesses star also reveals why she is 'relishing' friendly with Emma Hayes' USWNT

Getty Scott Wilson Leah WilliamsonArsenal WomenWomen's footballVivianne MiedemaWSLManchester City WomenEngland Arsenal star Leah Williamson is excited to face former team-mate Vivianne Miedema in the Gunners' WSL season opener against Manchester City. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Miedema signed for City in July Arsenal face City in WSL opener Williamson 'relishing' USWNT…