Incidents & injuries
Injuries, cards and off-pitch incidents.
Sunday, 23 August 2026
Saturday, 22 August 2026
Thursday, 20 August 2026
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Jamal Musiala explains neurological dysfunction after Bayern's scare
Jamal Musiala says two on-field incidents were caused by a neurological dysfunction, with no further health risk beyond this, as Bayern face Dortmund.
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Fifa puts Balogun back in Belgium tie and sparks integrity row
Folarin Balogun is back for Belgium after Fifa suspended his ban, but Belgium say the ruling clashes with Article 66.4 and World Cup rules.
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Folarin Balogun says red card backlash was no surprise
Folarin Balogun says the red-card backlash did not surprise him after FIFA suspended his one-game ban for 12 months.
Wednesday, 19 August 2026
Tuesday, 18 August 2026
Monday, 17 August 2026
Sunday, 16 August 2026
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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Rangers transfer news as McInnes warns of defensive shortage
Derek McInnes says Rangers are 'playing with fire' defensively as injuries to Youssef Chermiti and Tuur Rommens force an urgent transfer scramble.
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Martin Sherif FA charge over 61 alleged bets
Martin Sherif has been charged by the FA over 61 alleged bets on football matches between November 2024 and February 2026. He must respond by Monday.
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Jude Bellingham misses Real Madrid training, but injury fears are eased
Jude Bellingham missed Real Madrid training in London with permission for a commercial shoot, and there is no injury concern ahead of his return.
Tuesday, 11 August 2026
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Paul Pogba Monaco contract termination expected after injury setback
Paul Pogba’s Monaco spell looks over after a fresh thigh injury, with talks on an early exit and an expected contract termination.
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Mason Mount expected to miss Leeds friendly for Manchester United
Mason Mount is expected to miss Manchester United's Leeds friendly after a foot knock in the PSG draw, with AC Milan still unclear.
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Lewis Hall wants Manchester United move as Newcastle hold firm
Lewis Hall wants a Manchester United move, but Newcastle are refusing to sell, leaving United to weigh a fresh bid against a strong contractual position.
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Youssef Chermiti injury leaves Rangers facing a long spell
Youssef Chermiti faces a significant spell out after ACL damage, with Rangers insisting their valuation was not met as Galatasaray interest emerged.
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Ifeanyi Ndukwe's Liverpool rise has hit a work-permit wall
Ifeanyi Ndukwe cannot play competitive games for Liverpool in 2026, with the 18-year-old defender now likely heading out on loan.
Monday, 10 August 2026
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Marinakis takes Crystal Palace banner row into the High Court
Evangelos Marinakis has sued Crystal Palace over a banner shown in a 1-1 draw with Nottingham Forest after Palace were fined £50,000 by the FA.
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Ivan Toney charged after Soho incident as court date set for September
Ivan Toney has been charged with assault causing actual bodily harm after a Soho incident and is due at court on 24 September.
Sunday, 9 August 2026
Saturday, 8 August 2026
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Jorge Messi death at 68 leaves Lionel Messi mourning
Jorge Messi has died aged 68 after a long illness, with Lionel Messi’s own words and Newell’s Old Boys’ tribute underlining his role in his career.
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Phil Parkes remembered by Wolves after death aged 79
Wolves are mourning Phil Parkes after he died aged 79. The former goalkeeper spent 18 years at the club and made 382 appearances.
Wednesday, 5 August 2026
Tuesday, 4 August 2026
Monday, 3 August 2026
Saturday, 1 August 2026
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Mykhailo Mudryk cleared for Chelsea return, but the comeback will take time
Mykhailo Mudryk is free to return after his anti-doping case was resolved. Chelsea say he will need time to rebuild fitness and sharpness.
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Mykhailo Mudryk return will take time, says Xabi Alonso
Mykhailo Mudryk is eligible to play again, but Xabi Alonso says Chelsea should expect a gradual return after training alone every day.
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Mykhailo Mudryk set for Chelsea return after ban is lifted
Mykhailo Mudryk is back in Chelsea's plans after a four-year ban was rescinded, with Xabi Alonso saying he will be welcomed into the squad.
Friday, 31 July 2026
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Mykhailo Mudryk ban lifted as Chelsea plan return
Mykhailo Mudryk’s four-year ban has been rescinded, with Chelsea saying he can return to football immediately and will be reintegrated.
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Mykhailo Mudryk cleared to play again after appeal resolution
Mykhailo Mudryk is eligible to play again immediately after Chelsea, the FA and WADA resolved his anti-doping appeal.







