Tom Barclay is a sports journalist based in London, United Kingdom. He covers Premier League football for The Sun, Britain's biggest newspaper.

Tottenham 2 Man City 1: Spurs miss chances but cling on to reach Cup quarters as they target first trophy in 17 years

30 Oct 2024  |  The Sun  |  English  |  Sports

Tottenham secured a 2-1 victory over Manchester City in the Carabao Cup, advancing to the quarter-finals and keeping their hopes alive for a first trophy in 17 years. Despite injuries to key players like Timo Werner and Micky van de Ven, Spurs managed to hold off a City side plagued by their own injury woes. Goals from Werner and Pape Sarr gave Tottenham the edge, while Matheus Nunes scored for City. The match highlighted both teams' struggles with injuries, impacting their performance and strategies.

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Erling Haaland Pep Guardiola Savinho Manuel Akanji Kevin De Bruyne Jack Grealish Kyle Walker Jeremy Doku Oscar Bobb Rodri Timo Werner Pape Sarr Ange Postecoglou Micky van de Ven Matheus Nunes Brennan Johnson Dejan Kulusevski Stefan Ortega Phil Foden Yves Bissouma Mateo Kovacic Gundogan Dominic Solanke Bernardo Silva Destiny Udogie Jacob Wright Nico O’Reilly

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Osniel Carmona Breijo is a journalist based in Havana, Cuba.

London born, native-English writer.

I specialize in Travel and Lifestyle content - longform, listicles, descriptive, and personal accounts.

Editor's Picks: On / Loewe Sneakers, Leica SOFORT 2, Seiko Prospex Anniversary Edition, Talisker 1976

11 Oct 2023  |  The Gentleman's Journal  |  English  |  Sports

The Gentleman's Journal presents a selection of products for the changing seasons, including On's sustainable Cloudtilt sneakers in collaboration with Loewe, Seiko's 30th Anniversary Landmaster field watch, and Leica's SOFORT 2 instant camera with digital image saving. The article also highlights Talisker's oldest-ever whisky release, Émigré's merino wool roll neck sweater, Aubin's premium cotton button-down shirt, and Dr Sebagh's Serum Repair for skin protection. Additionally, it features a charity-focused photograph of Manchester City's Erling Haaland by artist David Yarrow.

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Mazino Dickson-Amagada is a multimedia journalist based in Columbia, United States of America.

Sammie Frimpong is a journalist based in Accra, Ghana.

Nearly Three Decades Later, Africa Awaits George Weah's Successor

02 Nov 2023  |  blackandbeur.substack.com  |  English  |  Football

George Weah remains the only African to have won the Ballon d'Or since it became accessible to non-European players in 1995. Despite the presence of world-class African talent in football, no other African has won the award since. Players like Sadio Mane, Riyad Mahrez, and Mohamed Salah have come close, but the article suggests that the bar for African footballers to win seems higher, potentially requiring a World Cup win or an extraordinary year. The article reflects on the past achievements of African players and speculates on the future, considering Victor Osimhen as a potential candidate for the award.

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Erling Haaland George Weah Lionel Messi Hristo Stoichkov Matthias Sammer Sadio Mane Karim Benzema Samuel Eto'o Fils Didier Drogba Yaya Toure Riyad Mahrez Mohamed Salah Victor Osimhen Samuel Chukwueze

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I have 15 years of experience at a daily newspaper in the Chicagoland market. I've written and reported thousands of articles. I've also made numerous television and radio guest appearances.

Manchester City vs Sevilla betting preview: Odds and predictions

16 Aug 2023  |  The Sun  |  English  |  Football

Manchester City and Sevilla are set to compete in the UEFA Super Cup at the Karaiskakis Stadium in Greece. Manchester City, having won their opening Premier League fixture and the Champions League, are favorites against Sevilla, who lost their opening La Liga match. Key players like Erling Haaland and Jesus Navas are highlighted, with Haaland expected to score first. The article provides betting odds, key stats, and best bets, emphasizing both teams' offensive strengths. The match will be broadcast live in the UK on TNT Sports 1.

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Erling Haaland Pep Guardiola Jack Grealish Kevin de Bruyne José Luis Mendilibar Jesus Navas Youssef En-Nesyri

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Roberto Gotta is a journalist based in Bologna, Italy.

Haaland chases himself: record numbers, stellar averages

29 Feb 2024  |  www.tuttosport.com  |  Italian  |  Football

Erling Haaland's second season with Manchester City continues to impress with record-breaking performances. Despite a brief absence due to a foot injury, Haaland has scored 27 goals in 30 matches this season. His recent five-goal performance against Luton and his synergy with teammates like Kevin De Bruyne and Phil Foden underscore his exceptional talent. Haaland aims to surpass his previous season's record, with 13 Premier League matches and several cup games remaining. The article highlights Haaland's remarkable speed, agility, and goal-scoring prowess, positioning him as a key player for Manchester City.

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Erling Haaland Pep Guardiola Kevin De Bruyne Bernardo Silva Phil Foden Ajer Branthwaite Andy Cole

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Tom Jenkins is a highly experienced journalist, editor, digital producer and consultant with a demonstrated history working in media production and an acute understanding of the digital landscape. He writes about food and drink, travel, culture and lifestyle.

Born, raised and based in London, he ...

Chelsea 'open talks' for striker who is better than Erling Haaland and Mo Salah in one key area this season

08 Jan 2024  |  www.sportbible.com  |  English  |  Transfer News

Chelsea are actively seeking to enhance their attacking lineup and have entered negotiations to sign Ukrainian striker Artem Dovbyk from Girona. Dovbyk has outperformed notable players like Erling Haaland and Mo Salah in terms of goal or assist rate per 90 minutes this season. Chelsea's manager, Mauricio Pochettino, believes Dovbyk could form a formidable partnership with Mudryk, another player who has faced criticism but is showing signs of improvement. The club is willing to pay €40 million for Dovbyk, aiming to boost their performance as they currently sit 10th in the Premier League.

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Erling Haaland Artem Dovbyk Mo Salah Nicolas Jackson Todd Boehly Harry Kane Denis Undav Kylian Mbappe Serhou Guirassy Jude Bellingham Mauricio Pochettino Mudryk

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I work as a freelance press photographer in Stavanger in Norway. I have worked as a photographer for the past 6 years and have experience from sports, concerts, portraits and everything that is news related. 

If you want to see my photos you can visit my instagram profile where I post photos ...

No one scores more goals than the young girl from Jæren: – I want to become a professional

10 Aug 2023  |  www.rbnett.no  |  Norwegian  |  Sports

While Erling Braut Haaland is scoring goals in Europe, a new talent from Jæren is finding the net in local areas.

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Multimedia sports/football journalist based in Leuven, Belgium. Write for Inside World Football in the UK, Remezcla in the US and Mail & Guardian in South Africa among others. Graduate from both Leuven Law School and Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism.

Club World Cup Latest Milestone In Saudi Arabia’s Sportswashing Project

28 Dec 2023  |  Forbes  |  English  |  Saudi Arabia's Modernization

Saudi Arabia hosted the Club World Cup, showcasing its modernization efforts while facing criticism for human rights abuses and sportswashing. The event highlighted the country's attempts to improve its global image through sports, despite ongoing concerns about labor rights and governance. FIFA's support of Saudi Arabia's initiatives was noted, alongside the country's broader ambitions to diversify its economy and consolidate power.

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Erling Haaland Gianni Infantino Mohammed bin Salman Abdullah bin Mosaad Minky Worden Ricardo Kaka Kevin De Bruyne

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Kylian Mbappe to Real Madrid report: Deadline set for monster move to happen

10 Oct 2023  |  www.fourfourtwo.com  |  English  |  Sports

Real Madrid is set to renew its pursuit of PSG striker Kylian Mbappe, aiming to finalize a deal by mid-January 2024. Mbappe's contract with PSG expires at the end of the season, allowing him to negotiate with other clubs from January. Real Madrid has set a deadline of January 15, 2024, for Mbappe to decide on their offer, involving his mother Fayza Lamari in the negotiations. If Mbappe hesitates, Real Madrid is prepared to target Manchester City's Erling Haaland. Despite uncertainty about his future, Mbappe has maintained strong performance this season, scoring 18 goals in 18 appearances for PSG.

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Imran Malik is a journalist based in Sukkur, Pakistan.

Manchester City prepare new Haaland contract after £150 million transfer release clause ‘expires’

01 Oct 2023  |  gulfnews.com  |  English  |  Sports Contracts

Manchester City are preparing to offer Erling Haaland a new contract following his impressive debut season. Haaland joined from Borussia Dortmund for £51.2 million and has significantly impacted the team, scoring 47 goals in 40 appearances. The initial £150 million release clause in his contract, linked to Pep Guardiola's future, has reportedly expired. Despite interest from Real Madrid, City are keen to extend Haaland's stay, and the player is happy with his current situation and the club's commitment to his physical condition.

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Ana Martins is a journalist based in Lisbon. 
And also a Screenwriter, Film Director, Copywriter, Voice-Over and Radio Host.

Cano leads the list of top scorers in the world since 2022

06 Nov 2023  |  www.metropoles.com  |  Portuguese  |  Soccer

Germán Cano, having scored a goal that contributed to Fluminense's Libertadores title, is the current top scorer of the competition and the club's top scorer for the season. With 13 goals in the Libertadores and a total of 37 goals in 2023 for Fluminense, Cano has reached 81 goals since 2022, leading the ranking of top scorers by clubs. Acquired by Fluminense after Vasco's relegation, Cano has established his reputation as a prolific scorer. He is also the top scorer for Fluminense in the Brasileirão with seven goals. Cano is a strong contender for the King of America award and will celebrate his achievements with fans on Sunday at an event hosted by Fluminense.

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My name is Jose Perez and I'm located in Miami. With over 30 years in the Television and Broadcast business, 5 Emmy awards and 11 nominations, I’m sure I’m the right candidate for your production. I have shoot and edited long format news magazine, local, network news shows and documentary. I have ...

RasenBallsport Leipzig – Manchester City: When In Doubt, Go Back To Basics

04 Oct 2023  |  betweentheposts.net  |  English  |  Sports Analysis

Manchester City secured a crucial victory against RB Leipzig by reverting to their tried-and-true tactical system. Pep Guardiola's adjustments, including the introduction of substitutes Julián Álvarez and Jérémy Doku, proved decisive. Despite Leipzig's strong start to the season and their tactical efforts, they struggled to create clear-cut chances against City's well-organized defense. The win was vital for City ahead of their upcoming clash with Arsenal, while Leipzig can now focus on their Bundesliga campaign.

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Erling Haaland Pep Guardiola Julián Álvarez Jérémy Doku Marco Rose Janis Blaswich Lukas Klostermann Mohamed Simakan Castello Lukeba David Raum Xaver Schlager Nicolas Seiwald Xavi Simons Emil Forsberg Loïs Openda Yussuf Poulsen Ederson Kyle Walker Manuel Akanji Ruben Dias Joško Gvardiol Rodri Phil Foden Rico Lewis Bernardo Silva Jack Grealish Matheus Nunes Mateo Kovačić

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Arpan Rachman is a journalist based in Central Jakarta, Indonesia. I am working freely for international outlets as the winner of the Indonesia Stock Exchange writing contest and the Southeast Asian Press Alliance's fellow. My works appear publishing at Ant Daily (Kualalumpur), Prachatai (Bangkok), ...

Will Ekanit Panya compete for the FIFA Club World Cup trophy?

06 Dec 2023  |  www.alinea.id  |  Indonesian  |  Football

Urawa Red Diamonds, the 2022 AFC Champions League winners, have been eliminated from the 2023-2024 season but will compete in the FIFA Club World Cup 2023. They defeated Club Leon and will face Manchester City in the semifinals. Ekanit Panya, a Thai international on loan from Muangthong United, has yet to play for Urawa but may debut in the Club World Cup. Manchester City, potentially featuring Erling Haaland who is recovering from injury, is favored to reach the final against Fluminense. The Club World Cup has a long history, originating from the Intercontinental Cup first held in 1960 between Real Madrid and Peñarol.

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I have contributed or written sports stories for The NY Times, The Guardian, BBC, World Soccer, Four Four Two, ESPN or Josimar (Norway). I also worked as a local fixer for UEFA, BT Sport, ARD, or Movistar. 
I work as a football journalist and represent Romania in the vote for the 'Ballon d'Or'.

It Took Haaland Just 12 Minutes to Score His First Goal as a Man. City Player

06 Oct 2023  |  OnlineGambling.com | OG News  |  English  |  Football

Erling Haaland made an impressive debut for Manchester City, scoring within 12 minutes in a match against Bayern Munich. Despite a brief appearance, his performance was notable, and he expressed high regard for the quality of City's training and playing philosophy under Pep Guardiola. Haaland's transfer from Borussia Dortmund cost $62.5 million, and he is expected to be a top scorer in the Premier League, with bookies favoring him for the 'Golden Boot'.

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I am a Spanish journalist and photographer based in Valladolid. I spent many years working as press officer and now I am working as freelance photojournalists for media outlets. Nowadays, I am a multimedia contributor to Agencia EFE in Valladolid.

Amongst my interests, are the spread and ...

The complete Ballon d'Or list: Messi, 'comfortably' ahead of Haaland and Mbappé in the voting

04 Nov 2023  |  www.eurosport.es  |  Spanish  |  Awards

Lionel Messi won his eighth Ballon d'Or, outpacing Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappé with a significant lead in the voting. Messi was chosen as the best player of the year by 68 out of 100 journalists from France Football, securing 462 points. The article provides a detailed breakdown of the votes and rankings for each player, highlighting Messi's historic achievement in the football world.

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Erling Haaland Lionel Messi Kylian Mbappé Vinicius Jr. Kevin De Bruyne Rodri Julián Álvarez Victor Osimhen Bernardo Silva Luka Modrić Mohamed Salah Robert Lewandowski Yassine Bounou Ilkay Gündogan Emiliano Martinez Karim Benzema Khvicha Kvaratskhelia Jude Bellingham Harry Kane Antoine Griezmann Kim Min-jae André Onana Bukayo Saka Josko Gvardiol Jamal Musiala Nicolo Barella Randal Kolo Muani Martin Ödegaard Ruben Dias

Diarmuid Sherry is a journalist based in Ciudad Real, Spain. I have also been in Kyrgyzstan, North America and South America. I am currently looking to build up a modernised portfolio and am looking for credit rather than payments. I have previously worked for Irish-boxing.com. My Whatsapp is ******...

Young Mullingar artist to feature on iconic calendar

09 Dec 2024  |  Westmeath Topic  |  English  |  Children's Competition

Nicholas Glynn, an 8-year-old artist from Mullingar, has been selected for the 2025 Texaco Children’s Art Competition calendar with his artwork 'Lost Little Lambs (Moate Park, Roscommon)'. This marks another achievement for Nicholas, who has previously been featured in the 2024 calendar and won a Special Merit Award in 2022. The Texaco Children’s Art Competition, known for its long-standing support of young artists in Ireland, continues to be a significant platform for showcasing young talent. Nicholas, who enjoys drawing various subjects, used his prize money to buy soccer kits for himself and his brothers.

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Godfrey Sigwela is a well experienced freelance journalist with an experience of about 20years. He has covered a diverse range of stories, from sports analysis, sports stories, politics, municipal news, socio-economic stories, educational content to including feature stories and entertainment.

PSL Fans need Haaland

01 Oct 2023  |  www.sapeople.com  |  English  |  Sports

Premier Soccer League (PSL) fans in South Africa are expressing dissatisfaction with the lack of goals in the league, comparing it unfavorably to Erling Haaland's performance in the English Premier League. Despite top scorers Khanyisa Mayo and Peter Shalulile each netting 12 goals, fans believe PSL players lack the dedication and teamwork seen in international players. Historical successes of South African teams and players are cited as motivation for current players. Suggestions include introducing a 'goals galore' competition to inspire better performance next season.

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Derrick Sinjela is a journalist based in San Francisco, United States of America.

GOtv introduces GOtv Supa Plus, a package that offers viewers unmatched sports and entertainment from the comfort of their homes!

31 Jul 2023  |  rainbownewszambia.com  |  English  |  Entertainment

GOtv has launched GOtv Supa Plus, a new package offering over 70 channels, including sports, movies, and entertainment. Subscribers can enjoy Premier League matches, blockbuster movies, and diverse content from channels like SuperSport, M-Net Movies, and Disney. The package aims to provide excellent value for money and cater to family entertainment needs. GOtv Supa Plus will be available in Zambia starting 1 August 2023.

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I am a London-based freelance multimedia journalist writing about sport, entertainment, lifestyle and travel for titles including the Independent, the i Paper, Metro.co.uk, the Daily Mirror, the Yorkshire Post, MailOnline and others.

Crystal Palace 2-4 Manchester City: Kevin De Bruyne's double powers Pep Guardiola's men level with Liverpool at the top of the Premier League as they come from behind to win

06 Apr 2024  |  Mail Online  |  English  |  Sports

Manchester City defeated Crystal Palace 4-2, with Kevin De Bruyne scoring his 100th goal for the club. Crystal Palace initially led with a goal from Jean-Philippe Mateta, but City quickly equalized and took the lead with goals from Rico Lewis, Erling Haaland, and a second from De Bruyne. Odsonne Edouard scored late for Palace, but City maintained their lead. The win keeps City level with Liverpool at the top of the Premier League.

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Erling Haaland Kevin De Bruyne Jean-Philippe Mateta Rico Lewis Odsonne Edouard Pep Guardiola Adam Wharton Eberechi Eze Julian Alvarez Rodri Dean Henderson Jordan Ayew Josko Gvardiol Paul Tierney Jack Grealish Jefferson Lerma Oliver Glasner Michael Olise

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Victor Atsu Tamakloe is a journalist based in Accra, Ghana.
He has worked for many media houses across the Ghanaian media landscape. 
First for Focus One Media Group, then Skyy Media Group, and now the Asaase Broadcasting Company.

Jude Bellingham feels lucky to play football after winning Golden Boy award

05 Dec 2023  |  Asaase Radio  |  English  |  Awards

Jude Bellingham, now with Real Madrid, expressed his gratitude for football after receiving the 2023 Golden Boy award in Turin. The 20-year-old has had a successful start at Madrid, breaking Cristiano Ronaldo's record for most goals in the first 15 games. Erling Haaland won the Golden Player Man award for his role in Manchester City's Treble win, scoring a record number of goals in a Premier League season. Barcelona's Aitana Bonmati was recognized as the best women's player, having won the Champions League and the Women's World Cup with Spain.

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Erling Haaland Jude Bellingham Cristiano Ronaldo Lionel Messi Aitana Bonmati Pep Guardiola

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Marie von Krogh is a photojournalist based in Stavanger, Norway. At university she studied journalism and history of arts and culture. Formerly a journalist for a local newspaper she left her job in 2009 to work as a freelance photojournalist. Her work has been featured in regional and national ...

Haaland surprised the children in Bryne: – Enormously proud

04 Oct 2023  |  adressa.no  |  Norwegian  |  Football

Erling Braut Haaland surprised children at a training session in Jærhallen, Bryne, where he officially reopened the renovated hall. Haaland, who spent many hours in the hall during his youth, expressed his gratitude and announced a donation of football equipment to all players under 12 in Time kommune. The visit was highly appreciated by the children and the community, with Haaland taking time to sign autographs and take selfies. The event highlighted Haaland's connection to his hometown and his journey from a local boy to an international football star.

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David Walsh is a journalist based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

Erling Haaland makes Man City worse — they deserve more for their money

06 Oct 2023  |  www.thetimes.com  |  English  |  Manchester City

The article critiques Erling Haaland's impact on Manchester City, arguing that despite his goal-scoring prowess, his overall play and contribution to the team's dynamics have not improved the club's performance. The author suggests that Haaland's inability to engage in build-up play and his lack of leadership during critical moments have diminished the team's effectiveness. The piece also highlights the disparity between Haaland's high salary and his perceived contribution, questioning whether Manchester City is getting value for their investment. The article references opinions from figures like Roy Keane and Micah Richards, who also express concerns about Haaland's general play.

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Erling Haaland Pep Guardiola Ilkay Gundogan Bernardo Silva Kyle Walker John Stones Kevin De Bruyne Matthew Benham Sepp van den Berg Keane Lewis-Potter Yoane Wissa Micah Richards Jack Grealish Roy Keane

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