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Phil Foden Wins PFA Player of the Year, Cole Palmer Named Young Player of the Year

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2 months ago

August 21, 2024

Manchester City’s Phil Foden has been named the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) Player of the Year, while Chelsea’s Cole Palmer secured the Young Player of the Year award. This marks the first time since the 2009-10 season that both prestigious awards have been won by English players.

Foden, who scored 19 goals in 35 Premier League appearances during the 2023-24 season, played a pivotal role in Manchester City’s historic fourth consecutive league title. At 23 years old, he became the youngest player to have won six league titles. Foden edged out his City teammates Erling Haaland and Rodri, along with Chelsea’s Cole Palmer, Arsenal’s Martin Odegaard, and Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins, to claim the award.

Meanwhile, Palmer, who enjoyed a breakthrough season with Chelsea, netted 22 goals in 34 league appearances. His impressive performances earned him a place in the England squad for Euro 2024, where he scored in the final, although England lost 2-1 to Spain. The 22-year-old surpassed Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka, Manchester United’s Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho, former Crystal Palace player Michael Olise, and Brighton’s Joao Pedro to win the Young Player of the Year award.

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CAF Confirms Morocco as Host for 2024 Women’s Champions League

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16 hours ago

October 16, 2024

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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially designated Morocco as the host for the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League finals. The tournament will take place from November 9 to November 23, as announced on CAF’s official website.

Morocco previously hosted the last edition of this prestigious competition. Among the eight teams competing this year is Nigeria’s champions, Edo Queens. The current title holders are Mamelodi Sundowns from South Africa.

The tournament offers significant financial incentives, with winners receiving $400,000 and runners-up taking home $250,000.

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Messi Matches Ronaldo’s Record with Hat-Trick Against Bolivia

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October 16, 2024

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Argentina captain Lionel Messi has equaled Cristiano Ronaldo’s record of 10 international hat-tricks after scoring three times in a dominant 6-0 victory against Bolivia in a 2026 World Cup qualifier.

In addition to his goals, the 37-year-old forward also provided two assists, showcasing his playmaking abilities. With this win, Argentina solidifies its position in the South American qualifiers, currently leading the table three points ahead of second-placed Colombia and six points clear of their arch-rivals Brazil.

On the same evening, Ronaldo’s Portugal faced Scotland in the UEFA Nations League but was held to a frustrating 0-0 draw, leaving the superstar visibly upset post-match.

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Mourinho Targets Barcelona’s Ansu Fati for January Transfer to Fenerbahce

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October 16, 2024

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Fenerbahce manager, Jose Mourinho, is reportedly planning a January transfer move for Barcelona forward Ansu Fati. After spending last season on loan at Brighton in the Premier League, Fati, now 21, returned to Barcelona but has struggled for game time under new coach Hansi Flick.

Once considered a potential successor to Lionel Messi, Fati’s limited opportunities at Barça have fueled speculation about a possible departure. According to *AS*, Mourinho is keen to bring the Spain international to the Turkish league, offering him the chance for regular football at Fenerbahce.

Fenerbahce’s sporting director, Mario Branco, is expected to initiate discussions with Fati’s representatives soon, confident that the promise of consistent playing time will help secure the forward’s move.