Latest Football (Soccer) News

📅February 3, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Transfer deadline day buzz dominates with key deals amid injuries; FIFA pushes to lift Russia ban; British union advocates header limits; Championship matches underway.
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Transfer Deadline Day Chaos: Palace Nears £48M Strand Larsen Deal

Wolves have accepted a new offer worth up to £48 million from Crystal Palace for striker Jorgen Strand Larsen.Source 1 Meanwhile, Jean-Philippe Mateta's potential move to AC Milan is in jeopardy due to medical issues.Source 1 Late deals continue as the window closes on February 2, 2026.Source 1

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Man City Loan Shock: Phillips Heads to Lassana and Sheffield United

Lassana and Sheffield United have launched a shock loan move for Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips.Source 1 This comes as City slipped in other pursuits amid deadline day frenzy.Source 1 Phillips seeks more playing time after limited minutes.Source 1

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Arsenal Targets Teen Striker James Wilson on Loan

Arsenal is working on a loan deal for teenage heartthrob striker James Wilson.Source 1 The move aims to bolster their attacking options before the deadline.Source 1 Negotiations are ongoing with the young prospect's club.Source 1

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Liverpool Signs Jerry Mjake for £60M After Gayhei Saga

Liverpool have signed Jerry Mjake for £60 million, exciting fans after the disappointment of missing out on Gayhei, who ended up at Manchester City.Source 1 The deal addresses defensive injury concerns, including Joe Gomez's fitness issues.Source 1 Mjake's arrival is seen as a major boost.Source 1

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Cyle Larin Joins Southampton: Boost for Canada National Team?

Cyle Larin has moved to Southampton, potentially relaunching his career and securing a starting spot with Canada.Source 3 Experts note he needs regular football and goals to regain form.Source 3 Another Canadian, Marcelo Flores, scored recently for Tigris.Source 3

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Jonathan David in Form Ahead of Coppa Italia Clash

Jonathan David is going well, with strong recent performances in Italy.Source 3 He faces Atlanta on Thursday in the Coppa Italia quarterfinal, with FanDuel odds favoring him to score.Source 3 David's nine-game streak highlights his hot form.Source 3

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FIFA's Infantino Calls for Lifting Russia's Four-Year Ban

FIFA president Gianni Infantino supports lifting Russia's ban from international tournaments, arguing it has achieved nothing but increased frustration.Source 4 He advocates never banning countries over political leaders' acts.Source 4 Ukraine's sports minister called the comments irresponsible.Source 4

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UEFA Stands Firm: Russia Ban Until Ukraine War Ends

UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin maintains Russia cannot return until the Ukraine war ends.Source 4 This contrasts with Infantino's push for reinstatement.Source 4 The ban stems from Russia's 2022 invasion.Source 4

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British PFA Union Pushes Zero Headers for Youth, Limits for Pros

The British soccer players' union PFA announces protocols to prevent CTE, calling for no headers in kids' games and fewer for professionals.Source 5 Research shows Scottish pros have 3.5 times higher dementia risk.Source 5 Dr. Adam White emphasizes less heading to protect brains.Source 5

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Hull City vs. Watford Championship Clash Live Today

Hull City, winners of five of their last six, hosts Watford in the English Championship on February 3, 2026.Source 2 Odds favor Hull at +121, with over/under 2.5 goals at -110/-116.Source 2 Key scorers include Oli McBurnie for Hull and Luca Kjerrumgaard for Watford.Source 2

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Canadian Stars Shine: Ali Ahmed Scores for Norwich

Ali Ahmed scored again for Norwich City, with two goals and two assists in four matches.Source 3 This follows strong showings from other Canadians like Jonathan David.Source 3 Ahmed impressed in a recent Munich match against Hamburg.Source 3

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Infantino Defends Trump Peace Prize at 2026 World Cup Draw

FIFA's Infantino defended awarding a peace prize to Donald Trump at the 2026 World Cup draw, stating he objectively deserves it for peace efforts.Source 4 This ties into broader FIFA initiatives for global peace.Source 4 The decision drew mixed reactions.Source 4