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  1. May 2026
  2. Joy Online

    However, as first reported by The Athletic, chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox are thought to have concluded Carrick is the right man for the job and will tell Ratcliffe of their choice this week.

    Man Utd chiefs to recommend Carrick for permanent job
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Bezos consortium acquires 38% stake in Liverpool Football Club

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A consortium led by British-Indian businessman Amit Bhatia and including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin bought close to 38% of Liverpool from Fenway Sports Group. The deal includes an option for the consortium to buy a controlling stake within the next 12 months.

19 August 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 19 August

  1. Bezos consortium acquires 38% stake in Liverpool Football Club

    A consortium led by British-Indian businessman Amit Bhatia and including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin bought close to 38% of Liverpool from Fenway Sports Group. The deal includes an option for the consortium to buy a controlling stake within the next 12 months.

    19 August 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 9 July

  1. US confirms Christian Pulisic fractured leg against Belgium

    Christian Pulisic was diagnosed with a microfracture and bone bruise of the tibia/fibula in his right leg sustained during the United States' 4-1 World Cup defeat by Belgium. The 27-year-old was substituted in the 59th minute, and US Soccer will collaborate with his club AC Milan on his recovery.

    9 July 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 28 June

  1. Ghana supporters locked out of World Cup match in Philadelphia

    Ghanaian supporters who travelled from Accra to watch the Black Stars play Croatia at the FIFA World Cup in Philadelphia were unable to enter the stadium due to ticket distribution issues. Many fans waited outside the stadium watching on their phones, with some alleging that promised tickets had been diverted to the secondary market.

    28 June 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 12 June

  1. Thomas Partey denied Canadian visa, misses Ghana's World Cup opener

    Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey will miss Ghana's opening 2026 FIFA World Cup match against Panama on June 17 in Canada after Canadian authorities refused his visa application. FIFA confirmed Partey cannot travel from Ghana's base camp in Boston, noting that host governments ultimately determine visa adjudication independently.

    12 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. Ghana midfielder Partey denied entry to Canada for World Cup

    Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey will miss Ghana's opening 2026 FIFA World Cup match against Panama on June 17 in Toronto after Canadian authorities refused his visa application. Partey has been charged with offenses in the UK but has not been convicted; Canadian immigration rules exclude those convicted of crimes, though FIFA states it has no role in host countries' visa decisions.

    12 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  3. Thomas Partey denied Canada entry for Ghana's World Cup opener

    Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has been denied entry to Canada and will miss Ghana's World Cup tournament opener against Panama on June 17 in Toronto, though he may be eligible to play in subsequent group matches in the United States. Partey, who faces multiple rape and sexual assault charges in the UK, was included in Ghana's squad but cannot travel to Canada after his visa application was refused by the Canadian government.

    12 June 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Thomas Partey barred from Canada, misses Ghana's World Cup opener

    Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has been denied entry to Canada and will miss Ghana's World Cup match against Panama on June 17 in Toronto; his visa application was refused by the Canadian government. Partey, facing multiple rape and sexual assault charges in the UK to which he has pleaded not guilty, remains eligible to play in Ghana's subsequent matches in the United States.

    12 June 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 5 June

  1. Man City considers legal action over Haaland transfer claim

    Manchester City are contemplating legal action after a Real Madrid presidential candidate, Enrique Riquelme, claimed striker Erling Haaland has a release clause and would join Madrid if Riquelme becomes president. Haaland's father and agent, along with City, denied the claim, stating there is no contractual clause enabling the move.

    5 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. FIFA bans refillable water bottles from World Cup stadiums

    FIFA has reversed its policy to ban fans from bringing refillable water bottles into World Cup venues, citing safety grounds. The change forces supporters to purchase bottled water, though FIFA states that hydration stations and cooling tents will be available.

    5 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Liverpool agrees deal with Iraola to replace Slot

    Liverpool have reached a verbal agreement with Andoni Iraola to become head coach following the sacking of Arne Slot, with a two-year deal expected. A formal announcement confirming Iraola's appointment is expected this week.

    2 June 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Manchester United executives to recommend Carrick as permanent manager

    Manchester United's senior executives plan to recommend Michael Carrick as permanent manager to Sir Jim Ratcliffe this week, following his successful caretaker spell that lifted the club from seventh to third in the Premier League and secured Champions League qualification.

    13 May 2026 · Joy Online

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