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Joy Online
… That would come as a shock to many given the widely held view that Marc Guehi was the team’s first-choice centre-back. …
Bellingham, but no Guehi – England’s expected teamJoy Online
… Manchester City’s John Stones and Marc Guehi have been given No 5 and No 6 respectively, which may indicate their positions as England’s first-choice central-defensive pairing. …
Bellingham is No 10 in England World Cup squadJoy Online
… in losing the past two finals against Crystal Palace and Manchester United. “The first thing he [Pep Guardiola] said to me when I came was ‘don’t change your game’,” said Semenyo. “He knows we control the game a lot, he still wants me to be me, still create a bit of chaos.” Guehi …
From non-league to FA Cup hero – Semenyo caps rise with ‘incredible’ goalDaily Guide
… The club said England defender Marc Guehi, 25, also suffered online racist abuse following the match. …
Everton Fan Arrested For Semenyo ‘Racist Abuse’Joy Online
… City issued a statement condemning the alleged abuse of Semenyo and offering their support to both the winger and defender Marc Guehi, who was targeted on social media after his mistake led to Everton’s first goal, scored by Thierno Barry. …
Everton fan arrested after alleged racist abuse directed at Man City’s Antoine SemenyoJoy Online
… Thierno Barry reacted quickest to a backpass from Marc Guehi, which sold Gianluigi Donnarumma short, and, although the strike was initially ruled out for offside, the goal stood after a check. …
Man City score late equilizer but title hope dented in Everton thrillerJoy Online
… He started both England’s European Championship final defeats – in 2021 and 2024 – with centre-back partner Marc Guehi saying in 2024 that playing with Stones “makes my life so much easier”. …
‘I lived all my dreams’ – John Stones to leave Man CityThe Premier League will instruct referees to penalise holding, pushing, and jostling in penalty areas more strictly this season, focusing on actions that prevent players from playing the ball. The change follows widespread concerns about inconsistent officiating during set-pieces in the previous campaign.
20 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Premier League will instruct referees to penalise holding, pushing, and jostling in penalty areas more strictly this season, focusing on actions that prevent players from playing the ball. The change follows widespread concerns about inconsistent officiating during set-pieces in the previous campaign.
20 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Omar Marmoush scored two goals in three minutes as Manchester City came from behind to defeat Atletico Madrid 3-1 in a friendly in Seoul, South Korea, with Antoine Semenyo providing both assists.
9 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo has praised new manager Enzo Maresca's style of play as "music to my ears," noting that the wide-attacking approach excites him as a winger. Semenyo featured in City's penalty loss to Inter Milan in Maresca's first game and said the manager's ideas on how to set up the wide men are "great" and align with what he experienced at Chelsea.
4 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Jordan Henderson is unavailable while recovering from arm surgery sustained celebrating Mexico's defeat, and defender Jarell Quansah is suspended after a red card in the same match. Head coach Thomas Tuchel is considering retaining the same back four from the quarter-final win over Norway.
14 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Nico O'Reilly is expected to be available for England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina despite picking up a hamstring problem in the quarter-final win over Norway. Declan Rice is thought to be fully recovered from a sickness bug that sidelined him before the quarter-final.
14 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Jordan Henderson underwent surgery on a broken arm sustained during England's 3–2 victory over Mexico but has not been ruled out of the remainder of the World Cup; exploring the possibility of playing in a cast remains under consideration.
10 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana earned a 0-0 draw against England at Boston Stadium in a Group L World Cup encounter, with disciplined defensive play limiting the tournament favourites to few clear-cut chances. The result strengthens Ghana's hopes of reaching the knockout stage, though a late penalty appeal for the Black Stars was dismissed.
25 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana drew 0-0 with England in their second Group L match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico, leaving the Black Stars second in the group with four points. Coach Carlos Queiroz told fans the team's target remains reaching the knockout stage, with matches against Croatia and Panama still to play.
25 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Thomas Tuchel threw the first pitch at Kansas City Royals' stadium as England's squad enjoyed downtime following their 4-2 victory over Croatia. Squad members not used in the match played a separate 5-1 friendly against Sporting KC, with Ivan Toney scoring a hat-trick.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
England defender John Stones, 32, has been selected for the World Cup squad after considering retirement last October due to injuries. Stones credits his mental strength for overcoming the difficult period and says he is proud of his ability to recover from setbacks and return to top form.
15 June 2026 · Joy Online →
England manager Thomas Tuchel appears likely to field Jude Bellingham in the No 10 role for the World Cup opener against Croatia, based on the team's starting lineup in a 3-0 warm-up win over Costa Rica. Morgan Rogers is expected to be benched in favour of Bellingham for the tournament's start.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
England has announced its squad numbers for the World Cup, with Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham receiving the No 10 shirt, potentially signalling his role in the central attacking role ahead of Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers.
3 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Antoine Semenyo scored a 72nd-minute flicked finish to secure Manchester City's FA Cup victory against Chelsea. The 26-year-old, who was on loan at non-league Bath City eight years ago, said the goal "happened perfectly" and reflected on competing for trophies at the top level after a long journey.
16 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Merseyside Police arrested a 71-year-old man during Everton's 3-3 match against Manchester City on suspicion of shouting racist abuse toward Ghana international Antoine Semenyo. The suspect was bailed with conditions including a stadium ban during match days, and Everton stated it has a zero-tolerance approach to racism.
6 May 2026 · Daily Guide →
A 71-year-old Everton supporter was arrested by Merseyside Police on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence after allegedly directing racist abuse at Manchester City's Antoine Semenyo during a 3-3 Premier League match. Both Manchester City and Everton released statements condemning the abuse and racism.
5 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Jeremy Doku scored twice, including a 97th-minute equaliser, as Manchester City drew 3-3 with Everton on Monday night. The result leaves City five points behind leaders Arsenal with a game in hand, denting their Premier League title hopes.
4 May 2026 · Joy Online →
England defender John Stones confirmed he will leave Manchester City at the end of the season after his contract expires. The 31-year-old made 293 appearances and won six Premier League titles, the Champions League, two FA Cups, five League Cups, and other trophies during his decade at the club.
28 April 2026 · Joy Online →