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October 17, 2024 Kylian Mbappé Named Player of the Month
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Kylian Mbappé Named Player of the Month

Kylian Mbappé has been honored with the Mahou Cinco Estrellas Player of the Month award for September, acknowledging his exceptional performances during that period. The French striker received the award at Real Madrid City after a stellar month in which he played five matches and netted six goals.

Upon receiving the accolade, Mbappé expressed his gratitude, saying, “I’m delighted and thankful to the Real Madrid fans. It’s an honor to be named Player of the Month. The most important thing is that we win games, and I hope to earn this award again.”

Looking ahead, he added, “We have three crucial matches coming up, and our goal is to win them. The team and I are ready, and I hope we can perform well for all the Madridistas.”

October 17, 2024 Pogba Reveals He Rejected Guardiola’s Man City for Juventus
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Pogba Reveals He Rejected Guardiola’s Man City for Juventus

Paul Pogba, the French midfielder for Juventus, has revealed that he rejected an offer from Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City in favor of a return to Juventus during the last transfer window.

In an interview shared by Fabrizio Romano on X (formerly Twitter), Pogba confirmed the story, saying, “Yes, I turned down Pep Guardiola’s approach to accept the Juventus proposal. That story is true," as told to Gazzetta.

Pogba also made it clear that he would never consider joining Serie A rivals AC Milan, stating, “Even if Zlatan Ibrahimović calls me, I won’t betray Juventus."

Pogba is eligible to play football again starting January after his four-year doping ban was reduced to 18 months by the Court of Arbitration for Sport. However, there are ongoing talks between Juventus and Pogba regarding the possible termination of his contract, fueling rumors of interest from other European clubs, including Marseille.

Despite these developments, Pogba remains committed to Juventus, telling Sky Sport, "Will I join AC Milan? Impossible. I do not see myself with any other jersey. My focus is on getting back into the Juve shirt."

October 16, 2024 Thomas Tuchel Appointed as New England Manager
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Thomas Tuchel Appointed as New England Manager

The FA has confirmed that Thomas Tuchel, a UEFA Champions League-winning coach, has been appointed as the new head coach of England's senior men's football team. He will be joined by renowned English coach Anthony Barry as his assistant.

Tuchel returns to English football after a successful stint at Chelsea, where he led the team to European and world championships. He has also been successful at the highest level in Germany and France, and in 2021, he was named UEFA and FIFA’s Coach of the Year for his achievements.

The FA’s decision to appoint Tuchel follows a thorough recruitment process that began in July, after England’s journey to the UEFA EURO 2024 final. FA CEO Mark Bullingham and men’s technical director John McDermott led the search, with Tuchel emerging as the preferred candidate. His contract was finalized on October 8, though the announcement was delayed to avoid disrupting the international team’s preparations.

Tuchel and Barry will officially start their roles on January 1, 2025, ahead of the qualification campaign for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the USA. Tuchel's coaching résumé includes multiple league titles in France and Germany, with his most recent success being with Bayern Munich in the 2022-23 season. He has also won several major trophies with Borussia Dortmund and Chelsea.

Anthony Barry, a UEFA Pro licence holder, has worked alongside Tuchel at both Chelsea and Bayern Munich, where they won four trophies together. Barry also brings significant international experience, having worked with Belgium and Portugal at major tournaments.

The duo will bring a small backroom team to St. George’s Park, with further coaching updates expected soon. In the meantime, interim head coach Lee Carsley will remain in charge through the conclusion of the UEFA Nations League group stage before resuming his role with the U21 team as they defend their UEFA U21 EURO title next summer.

FA CEO Mark Bullingham expressed excitement over Tuchel and Barry’s appointments, praising their expertise and commitment. He emphasized that the FA's focus is on giving the England team the best chance to win a major tournament, particularly the 2026 World Cup.

Tuchel, in his statement, expressed pride in leading the England team and his eagerness to work with the talented group of players. He also thanked the FA for the opportunity and trust. Barry, likewise, described working with the national team as the pinnacle for any English coach and said he was excited to join the project with Tuchel.

The pair are set to begin their journey with the team in January 2025.

October 16, 2024 Super Eagles’ Ordeal in Libya Being Taken Seriously – Minister
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Super Eagles’ Ordeal in Libya Being Taken Seriously – Minister

The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh, has strongly condemned the mistreatment of Nigerian football players in Libya. During an appearance on a monitored program, Enoh stated that the Nigerian government is taking the matter seriously and will ensure a thorough investigation.

He confirmed that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, led by Yusuf Tuggar, has summoned the Libyan Ambassador to address the situation. “The Nigerian government has not taken this issue lightly and will not stop until the matter is fully resolved,” Enoh said.

This response follows the ordeal faced by the Super Eagles, who were stranded for hours at a Libyan airport on Sunday with no access to food or the internet as they prepared for their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against the Mediterranean Knights. It was only after diplomatic efforts and public outcry that the team was allowed to leave Libya.

Enoh also accused the Libyan Football Federation of intentionally subjecting the Nigerian players to poor treatment, dismissing claims that the Libyan team received bad treatment during their first match in Nigeria. "The Port Harcourt Airport, where they arrived, is one of our best airports. There was no reason for such mistreatment of our players. These allegations are fabrications meant to create false impressions," Enoh asserted.

RELATED: ‘I’ve Escalated the Issue,’ Minister Addresses Super Eagles’ Libya Ordeal

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