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In the Ballon d'Or, it was glory for Ousmane Dembele as he held off Lamine Yamal to claim the most coveted individual prize in world football.
It came after the Frenchman played a key role in Paris Saint-Germain's first-ever Champions League title, plus three other domestic trophies.
Tonight, Liverpool and Chelsea enter the Carabao Cup with clashes against Southampton and Lincoln City, respectively.
And it's going to be a night to remember for the Imps, welcoming the Premier League giants to the LNER Stadium,
Lincoln captain Tendayi Darikwa said ahead of the game: "It's going to be a great occasion for the club in the city, and it's something we're looking forward to.
"It's special every time I lead the squad out, but to do so against the world champions, it's personally a special moment for me.
"We're looking to put in a performance and get a good result.
"As I've said, it's a game that we'll embrace and we want to make our supporters proud."
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Today, 15:55By Jack Johnson
Over a year since his move to Liverpool was announced, goalkeeper Giorgia Mamardashvili is set for his debut.
"It's not tomorrow, but hopefully it's not too far away."
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Today, 14:03By Joe Brophy
It has been a troubling start to the season for Aston Villa, with the departure of transfer chief Monchi the latest upheaval for manager Unai Emery.
Emery has been visibly frustrated in the opening weeks of the campaign and hit out at his own players after they failed to beat ten-man Sunderland on Sunday.
While senior Villa sources insist Emery’s job is not under threat despite their run of zero wins from their first five games, there are some concerns within the club that the Spaniard could consider his own future, reports talkSPORT’s chief football correspondent, Alex Crook.
Monchi was basically hand-picked by Emery two years ago and was a key boardroom ally.
Emery also faces the threat of losing more players due to Villa’s ongoing PSR issues having failed to qualify for the Champions League this season.
Morgan Rogers, who has been surprisingly below-par so far this season, remains on the radar of the likes of Chelsea and Arsenal, while Youri Tielemans is in the sights of several European clubs.
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Today, 13:28By Joe Brophy
Pep Guardiola claimed that becoming a father for the second time is the only thing in the future of midfielder Kalvin Phillips right now.
He was asked about the former England star's availability ahead of Man City's Carabao Cup third-round clash at Huddersfield Town.
Guardiola said: "Today he is in London because he is going to become a father for a second time.
"We're looking the other side of the international break and hoping he'll be fit and available for that first game."
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Today, 09:33By Joe Brophy
Sunderland have been handed a massive blow with confirmation that midfielder Habib Diarra will be sidelined until December.
The 21-year-old, who joined from RC Strasbourg in July, sustained a groin injury in training ahead of the 1-1 draw with Aston Villa.
Diarra underwent successful surgery on Monday, Sunderland announced, and will now begin a period of rehabilitation.
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Today, 09:09By Joe Brophy
Ousmane Dembele broke down in tears as he accepted the 2025 Ballon d'Or award.
The Paris Saint-Germain star was presented with football's ultimate individual prize by Brazil icon Ronaldinho at a star-studded awards ceremony in Paris on Monday.
Dembele was heavily tipped to take home the prestigious Golden Ball award, despite facing stiff competition from Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal.
In the end, the France international, who enjoyed a quadruple-winning 2024/25 season, emerged the worthy winner.
And the 27-year-old cut a very emotional figure on stage as he paid tribute to his family for their unwavering support during his career.
He broke down in tears when referencing his mum, Fatiamata, who was subsequently invited on the stage once his speech concluded.
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22nd Sept 2025, 22:44By Jack Cunningham
Aston Villa sporting director Monchi is set to leave the club, according to The Athletic.
They report the Spaniard will be departing Villa Park in the near future.
He joined the club in 2023 from Sevilla, but after a poor summer transfer window and start to the season, there is set to be a change.
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22nd Sept 2025, 22:27By Jack Cunningham
Ousmane Dembele's translated quotes have now emerged after his Ballon d'Or win.
The Frenchman was rewarded for his stellar season at Paris Saint-Germain, and he was very gracious in victory.
He said: "It's been an incredible year with PSG.
I worked for the team to win the Champions League, and to be thanked with a trophy like the Ballon d'Or makes me very happy tonight."
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22nd Sept 2025, 22:01By Jack Cunningham
Well, isn't that what it is all about?
In his thank you speech, Ousmane Dembele gets emotional when speaking about his mother.
Host Kate Abdo then invites her onto the stage to watch his many highlights from last season.
It is a beautiful moment for the duo, who get to share in the glory together.
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22nd Sept 2025, 21:51By Jack Cunningham
OUSMANE DEMBELE IS THE MEN'S BALLON D'OR WINNER FOR 2025!
Lamine Yamal comes close, but it is the Frenchman who claims the prize after a remarkable season.
The forward played a massive role in Paris Saint-Germain's first Champions League title in their history.
In the knockout stages of the competition, Dembele scored four goals and set up a further five, including two in the 5-0 rout of Inter Milan in the final.
Overall, he scored 35 goals and set up a further 16 across the season for PSG as they claimed a historic quadruple.
Dembele is the sixth Frenchman to win the award and the first since Karim Benzema in 2022.
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22nd Sept 2025, 21:49By Jack Cunningham
The final ten for the Men's Ballon d'Or has been revealed, and it is close but no cigar for the Premier League stars.
Cole Palmer takes eighth place after a stellar year for Chelsea, while Mohamed Salah finishes fourth.
The Egyptian just misses out on the top three, with Vitinha pipping him to it.
That leaves a straight shootout between Ousmane Dembele and Lamine Yamal...
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22nd Sept 2025, 21:38By Jack Cunningham
The final ten is revealed, with four English players making it, including Alessia Russo who finishes third.
But in the end, it comes down to Aitana Bonmati and her Spanish teammate Mariona Caldenty.
It's Arsenal vs Barcelona like the Champions League final, and this time, it is Barcelona who come out on top again.
Bonmati claims the prize for the third time as she continues to be the standout player in women's football.
Andreas Iniesta hands her award, and she delivers her victory speech in Spanish.
She becomes only the third player to win three Ballon d'Ors in a row, along with Lionel Messi and Michel Platini.
On that she said: "It's incredible to be here and to make history.
"When I was a kid, I never imagined this was possible when watching Xavi and Iniesta."
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22nd Sept 2025, 21:15By Jack Cunningham
As to be expected, Paris Saint-Germain are named the Men's Club of the Year.
Strangely, none of the PSG players who are there go up to collect the award.
Instead, it is Nasser Al-Khelaifi who picks up the trophy and speaks to the crowd.
It's very odd that the likes of Ousmane Dembele haven't even gone on stage.
But it's a deserved win for PSG after making history by winning the Champions League for the first time in their history.
They also won the three other trophies on offer in France.
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