Foden misses out on England World Cup squad
Phil Foden has been left out of England's squad for the World Cup. Cole Palmer and Harry Maguire were also omitted, in a ruthless selection call that will sting for City's academy star. This is your player, homegrown and decorated, and he won't be on the plane. (4)
Haaland to lead Norway at the World Cup
Erling Haaland headlines Norway's 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, named alongside Martin Ødegaard and Alexander Sørloth. He is your main man on the biggest stage, and Norway's undisputed talisman. Fredrik Aursnes and Marcus Holmgren Pedersen also made the cut. (5) (6) (7)
Bernardo opens up: Benfica return, Mourinho, and a coaching future
Bernardo Silva has been doing the media rounds in Portugal this week. He admitted he wants to return to Benfica before his career ends, possibly as a coach rather than a player. He also said José Mourinho's appointment at Fenerbahçe caught him off guard. (1) (2)
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Bernardo on Premier League rivalries: 'You're scared, come at me'
Bernardo also shared some dressing-room gold about his on-pitch banter with Pedro Neto and Bruno Fernandes. The standout line? He recalled telling Neto during a match: you're a coward, you won't even come near me once. Classic Bernardo, no filter. (3)
Rodri linked with Real Madrid
A Spanish report claims Real Madrid have set an €80m asking price for a midfielder, with Rodri Hernandez named as a potential target. Unconfirmed and speculative, but the noise persists. (8)
Otamendi heading to River Plate after World Cup
Former City defender Nicolas Otamendi is close to joining River Plate once the World Cup concludes. He is currently at Benfica and would leave on a free after the tournament. (9)
Fan-reaktioner
City supporters are in a reflective mood online, with a viral image of John Stones posing alongside all 18 major trophies he has won at the club reigniting appreciation for his legacy. Meanwhile, the academy is buzzing after 16-year-old striker Caelan Cadamarteri received a senior Jamaica call-up. See the Stones thread
