Leandro Trossard
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- Sep 11
Mikel Arteta reveals deliberate pre-season disruption tactics after Arsenal win in Naples
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta revealed he engineered pre-season travel delays and dressing room heat to build squad resilience, days after overcoming a flight delay to defeat Napoli.
- Aug 2
Christos Tzolis scores on Arsenal debut as media ask: Who needs Vinicius?
The Greek winger scored in a 4-1 friendly win over Girona, prompting British press to question the need for a big-money move for Vinicius Junior.
- Jun 27
Cape Verde reaches World Cup last 16 in historic debut as Belgium, Spain, Senegal also advance
First-time World Cup participants Cape Verde secured a remarkable spot in the round of 16 after a 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia, while Belgium thrashed New Zealand 5-1 to top their group and Spain edged out Uruguay.
- Jun 27
Belgium demolish New Zealand 5-1 to top Group 7 and reach World Cup last 32
Belgium secured top spot in Group 7 with a crushing 5-1 win over New Zealand, booking their place in the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup.
- May 30
PSG Defends Champions League Crown in Penalty Shootout Thriller Against Arsenal
Paris Saint-Germain secured their second consecutive UEFA Champions League title, defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Budapest, becoming the first club since Real Madrid to defend the trophy.
- May 30
PSG Defeats Arsenal 4-3 on Penalties to Win Second Straight Champions League Title
Paris Saint-Germain secured their second consecutive UEFA Champions League title, defeating Arsenal 4-3 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw through extra time in a dramatic final.
- May 25
Toxic Industrial Fire in Tubize Releases Asbestos, Disrupts Belgian World Cup Camp
An industrial fire at a textile warehouse in Tubize, Belgium, released toxic asbestos-laden smoke on Monday, prompting shelter-in-place orders for six communes and forcing the Belgian national football team to scale back World Cup preparations.