Barcelona's promising young talent, Ibrahim Diarra, has been dealt a cruel blow, suffering a thigh injury that rules him out of the pre-season tour of Asia. This is a significant setback for his immediate first-team promotion hopes under Hansi Flick.
Kylian Mbappe's reunion with PSG faces uncertainty. After a severe stomach illness, his Real Madrid starting spot is challenged by Gonzalo Garcia Torres' superb form, creating a significant dilemma for Xabi Alonso's lineup.
Kylian Mbappe scored a magnificent bicycle kick for Real Madrid against Dortmund, but teammate Gonzalo Garcia stole the show with a vital goal, setting up a tantalizing Club World Cup semi-final clash with PSG. Will Mbappe start?
Hannah Hampton steps in as England's new No.1 goalkeeper for Euro 2025, replacing Mary Earps. She faces immense public scrutiny, but her Chelsea success and superior ball distribution skills make her a key figure for Sarina Wiegman's Lionesses.
