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Tony Pulis column: Why international break has come at worst time for De Zerbi & Spurs
24 September 2026 Off

Tony Pulis column: Why international break has come at worst time for De Zerbi & Spurs

By Total Football News

De Zerbi is a very passionate, straight-talking and ambitious manager who demands total commitment and backing from his board.

He has definitely had that at Spurs, which has left people wondering why he has made such a slow start.

But, before the season started, I thought his biggest challenge with so many different types of players arriving would be to put players together that fit as a team, not as

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What we have learned from the Premier League so far as international break looms
20 September 2026 Off

What we have learned from the Premier League so far as international break looms

By Total Football News

Brighton and Brentford, two clubs who have never won a major trophy, have continued to impress this season.

Fabian Hurzeler’s Brighton enjoyed that 3-0 win over Arsenal to see them sit third in the table, only two points behind the Gunners.

Brighton have won at home against the reigning Premier League champions in each of the last three seasons.

Star player Pascal Gross laughed and said “no” when BBC

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International break: Will the three-week interlude put more pressure on managers?
20 September 2026 Off

International break: Will the three-week interlude put more pressure on managers?

By Total Football News

While the evidence suggests things have to get pretty bad for a club to change manager early in the season, a few bosses are feeling the heat.

Manchester United

Simon Stone

There are ways of losing games of course, but I don’t see the trip to Fulham as being ‘make or break’ for Carrick in the sense of his job.

Carrick says it would be “ridiculous” to think that way

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Antonio Silva: Bournemouth clinch signing of Portugal international defender from Benfica | Football News
1 August 2026 Off

Antonio Silva: Bournemouth clinch signing of Portugal international defender from Benfica | Football News

By Total Football News

Bournemouth have completed the signing of Portugal international defender Antonio Silva from Benfica.

The transfer is worth £21.4m plus a potential £4.3m in add-ons.

“I am very happy to be here,” Silva said.

“It’s a pleasure to play for Bournemouth and in the Premier League. I can’t wait to start the season with my team-mates and I’m excited to be here.

“The mentality is always to win. I will try

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Vinicius Jr: Real Madrid contract talks and Arsenal interest – what next for Brazil international?
27 July 2026 Off

Vinicius Jr: Real Madrid contract talks and Arsenal interest – what next for Brazil international?

By Total Football News

Talks over a new Real deal for Vinicius are expected to ramp up in the coming days.

It is claimed the forward is still very receptive to renewing at the Bernabeu but “wants to feel loved”. Recent reports have stated that new manager Jose Mourinho wants to keep all his big names at the club.

But there is serious jeopardy for Real if they keep Vinicius without renegotiating his contract.

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William Saliba injury: Arsenal confirm France international will miss ‘extended period’ after returning from World Cup with back problem | Football News
23 July 2026 Off

William Saliba injury: Arsenal confirm France international will miss ‘extended period’ after returning from World Cup with back problem | Football News

By Total Football News

Arsenal have confirmed William Saliba will be out for an extended period with a back injury.

However, the France international central defender is not expected to have surgery, according to a club statement.

Saliba was substituted in the 30th minute of France’s World Cup semi-final defeat to Spain.

“William Saliba has returned to us from World Cup duty, where he played an integral role in France reaching the semi-finals of

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Kenny Jackett: Watford legend and former Wales international dies
12 June 2026 Off

Kenny Jackett: Watford legend and former Wales international dies

By Total Football News

Watford legend and former Wales international Kenny Jackett has died at the age of 64.

Watford-born Jackett made 428 appearances for his hometown side during a one-club playing career that also saw him win 31 caps.

Forced to retire at the age of 28, following persistent knee injuries, he began a long coaching career which included spells in charge at Watford, Swansea City, Millwall, Wolves, Rotherham, Portsmouth and Leyton Orient.

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Millwall opinion: Lions can use international break to get players back for Championship run-in
27 March 2026 Off

Millwall opinion: Lions can use international break to get players back for Championship run-in

By Total Football News

International breaks are rarely popular with fans, especially if you’re in the race for the play-offs or (whisper it) the automatic promotion places…

But in truth, Millwall will regard this weekend’s pause in the Championship action as a welcome chance to get a number of players out of the medical room and nearer to first-team action.

As we approach the final seven games of what has been a remarkable 2025-26

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Mohamed Toure: Norwich City sign Australia international striker
2 February 2026 Off

Mohamed Toure: Norwich City sign Australia international striker

By Total Football News

Norwich City have signed striker Mohamed Toure from Danish club Randers on a four-and-a-half-year deal for an undisclosed fee, thought to be about £2.6m.

The Australia international has scored 11 goals in 39 league appearances for Randers since joining them in the summer of 2024.

He is Norwich’s fourth signing of the transfer window following winger Ali Ahmed, midfielder Paris Maghoma and left-back Harry Amass – the latter on loan

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