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Japan 3–1 Uruguay: Samurai Blue Seal Comeback Victory in Forlán’s Debut
Japan scored twice late in the second half to beat Uruguay 3–1, spoiling Diego Forlán’s first match in charge of the Celeste.
By David Ale · 24 Sept 2026
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Mourinho thrilled with Madrid's growth after passing final pre-season test
Real Madrid capped their pre-season preparations with a thumping 3-0 win over Schalke, leaving Jose Mourinho impressed with their results.
By Collins Godfrey · 17 Aug 2026
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Mbappé Scores in 6 Minutes as Madrid Beat Schalke
Kylian Mbappé scored after six minutes as Real Madrid beat Schalke 3-0 in their final pre-season game under José Mourinho.
By Michael Evalls · 16 Aug 2026
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Alonso keen to build Chelsea connection but Fernandez booed in friendly win
Chelsea ended their pre-season preparations with a 3-1 victory over Real Sociedad, though there were jeers when Enzo Fernandez came on.
By Collins Godfrey · 16 Aug 2026
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Stones 'very excited for what's to come' after scoring on Inter debut
John Stones marked his Inter debut in style, scoring the winner in a 1-0 victory over Real Betis in a pre-season friendly.
By Collins Godfrey · 16 Aug 2026
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Bayern Munich 3-1 RB Leipzig: Fitness concerns for Laimer, Kim and Musiala in friendly
Bayern Munich beat domestic rivals RB Leipzig to win the pre-season Telekom Cup, but Vincent Kompany's side suffered several setbacks.
By Collins Godfrey · 15 Aug 2026
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Rashford Returns to Man United in No.9 Shirt
Marcus Rashford returned for Manchester United against AC Milan after his Barcelona loan, wearing No.9 despite reports that he will use No.14 this season.
By Michael Evalls · 15 Aug 2026
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João Pedro Ends Chelsea Pre-Season With 8 Goals
João Pedro scored eight goals in seven pre-season appearances for Chelsea, including behind-closed-doors matches, ahead of the new Premier League season
By Michael Evalls · 15 Aug 2026
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Jude Bellingham Has Not Forgotten His Roots
Jude Bellingham has attended pre-season matches involving both former clubs, Birmingham City and Borussia Dortmund, this summer
By Michael Evalls · 10 Aug 2026
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Iraola: Work to do for Liverpool after 'a lot of negatives' against Monaco
Andoni Iraola's Anfield debut ended in defeat against Monaco, and the new Liverpool boss said plenty of things needed to be addressed.
By Collins Godfrey · 10 Aug 2026
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We played beautifully' – Kovac sees Arsenal win as a sign of progress for Dortmund
Borussia Dortmund lifted the Emirates Cup after an impressive victory over Premier League champions Arsenal, drawing praise from Niko Kovac.
By Collins Godfrey · 10 Aug 2026