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Sports•16h ago

Andoni Iraola Delivers Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo Injury Updates Following Recent Blows

Key Highlights Head coach Andoni Iraola has confirmed doubts surrounding the availability of key attacking figures ahead of the upcoming clash against Manchester City. Both Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo suffered injury setbacks while away on international duty. Neither player is guaranteed to feature in the high-stakes weekend match as medical assessments continue. Injury Concerns ...

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Sports•Oct 5, 2026

Player Welfare, Injury Fears and Boredom: Has the Extended International Break Worked?

Key Highlights Major club stars, including Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe, Cody Gakpo, and Raphinha, have suffered injuries during the extended international window. Player welfare concerns have escalated, prompting the Norwegian players’ union (NISO) to publicly demand clearer guidelines regarding player workload and recovery times. Tensions are mounting between domestic clubs and national teams, with Bournemouth ...

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