PFA Chief Calls Cole Palmer a ‘Victim’ of Football’s Congested Schedule

Professional Footballers’ Association chief executive Maheta Molango has described Cole Palmer as a “victim” of football’s increasingly demanding calendar after the Chelsea forward withdrew from England duty for load management. Palmer was among five players who pulled out of Thomas Tuchel’s latest England squad. Marcus Rashford, Declan Rice, Kobbie Mainoo and Tino Livramento were also…

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Turkish Referees’ Chief Arrested in Football Corruption Probe

The president of Turkey’s refereeing body, Ferhat Gundogdu, has been arrested as part of a police investigation into alleged corruption involving the classification, assignment, scoring, and appointment of football referees, Turkish Justice Minister Akin Gurlek confirmed. Gundogdu, his vice-president, and five other individuals were detained as part of the operation. Police also searched homes, workplaces,…

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