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Kevin de Bruyne claims he 'does NOT know why he was named Man of the Match' in 1-0 win against Canada as the midfielder admits Belgium 'did not play a good game' in the Group F clash
23/11/22 23:04
De Bruyne and Co. narrowly beat the Canadians in their World Cup opener in Group F on Wednesday. It was a frustrating defeat for the Maple Leafs as they dominated the game game but failed to take advantage of a penalty as Alphonso Davies' effort from the spot was saved by Thibault Courtois. Belgium were almost steamrollered by a team intent on pressing the life out of them but were rescued by an otherwise ineffectual Michy Batshuayi as he half-volleyed the ball into the back of the net to clinch the only goal of the game. However, it was neither Belgium's goalscorer or goalsaver that was granted the honor of being named Man of the Match....read
Eden Hazard admits he does not deserve to start for his country based on 'the last two seasons' following failed Real Madrid move and concedes the Belgium squad's prime was actually in 2018 as they prepare for World Cup in Qatar
15/11/22 12:14The Real Madrid forward acknowledged he has struggled for minutes but reiterated his intention to stay at the club and he will look at the 'pros and cons' in order to 'keep playing' after the World Cup.Rio Ferdinand claims Erling Haaland's arrival at Man City placed HUGE 'demand' on Kevin De Bruyne this season... but insists the Belgian has 'responded perfectly' by helping the Premier League's top scorer set an astonishing pace
12/11/22 13:15De Bruyne has racked up 13 goal involvements this campaign as last season's champions, now bolstered by the arrival of Haaland, look to continue their run of domestic dominance.Manchester City 2-1 Fulham: Erling Haaland comes off the bench to give 10-man Man City a stoppage time winner against resilient Fulham to retake top spot and maintain 100 per cent home record at the start of the season
05/11/22 12:59OLIVER HOLT AT THE ETIHAD: Even on his return from a foot injury that has kept him out of recent games, Haaland was way too hot for the redoubtable Fulham defence to handle.Virgil van Dijk admits Olivier Giroud is the striker he struggles most with after the French striker scored against him for club and country... while the Liverpool defender reveals Man City's Kevin De Bruyne is the rival he wants to play alongside
03/11/22 16:05Van Dijk has come up against Giroud in Liverpool matches against Arsenal and Chelsea, as well as for Holland against France - and the striker has got the better of him more than once.Kevin De Bruyne coy on Belgium future as 31-year-old reveals Qatar World Cup could be his LAST before international retirement... with Man City star refusing to 'stress' over expectations on country's golden generation
30/10/22 23:54Kevin de Bruyne has pondered his international future with Belgium as the 31-year-old admitted he was unsure whether the Qatar World Cup will be his last major national tournament.PLAYER RATINGS: Kevin De Bruyne steals the show with stunning free-kick while silky Bernardo Silva impresses once more... but Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Caglar Soyuncu endure afternoons to forget for Foxes
29/10/22 14:45Kevin de Bruyne's sensational long-range free-kick earned Manchester City a narrow 1-0 win away at Leicester and moved them top of the Premier League.Pep Guardiola claims Kevin De Bruyne is 'back' after midfielder's stunning free-kick against Leicester as Rio Ferdinand says the Manchester City star relishes producing defining moments
29/10/22 14:03In the build-up to the game Guardiola challenged De Bruyne to return to his best form and he responded by scoring an excellent free-kick just after half time.WORLD CUP GROUP F GUIDE: 2018 finalists Croatia look to go one better in Luka Modric's swansong, Canada's 36-year finals wait is over, while Hakim Ziyech is back in favour for Morocco... and can Belgium's golden generation finally deliver silverware?
26/10/22 10:26Group F at the World Cup is comprised of four nations that have never won the competition. However, there is set to be an array of high quality players on show.'For me, it's Karim': Real Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane insists Benzema is 'the greatest striker in the HISTORY of French football' - ahead of Jean-Pierre Papin and Michel Platini - following his 2022 Ballon d'Or triumph
18/10/22 16:01Zinedine Zidane has labelled Ballon d'Or winner Karim Benzema as the 'greatest striker in the history of French football'. The Real Madrid hitman claimed the 2022 Ballon d'Or award on Monday.'To be recognised as a player is always nice': Kevin De Bruyne becomes first Manchester City player to EVER finish inside the top three at the Ballon d'Or awards... after Belgian was pipped to top spot by Karim Benzema and Sadio Mane
17/10/22 21:29'There is only one player that can win the Ballon d'Or out of millions of people, so to be in that top 30 list for a long time now is something I already appreciated,' De Bruyne said.Belgium's golden generation is nearing its end but Charles De Ketelaere is providing hope for the future... the AC Milan youngster - who could have been a tennis star and studied law at university - is a fine dribbler and an incisive passer
15/10/22 23:13The final step has so far managed to elude Belgium despite them being able to call upon stars such as Kevin De Bruyne, Eden Hazard, Romelu Lukaku and Thibaut Courtois.Kevin De Bruyne is unsurprised at Mikel Arteta's success with Arsenal after witnessing coaching 'evolution' during his three years at Manchester City under Pep Guardiola, as they sit top of the Premier League
15/10/22 07:27The Gunners are currently sitting top of the Premier League after nine matches, having only lost once, leaving them one point above City who have won seven and drawn two matches this campaign.Kevin De Bruyne says he is expecting Manchester City to fully impose themselves on Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday with boss Pep Guardiola ready to unleash a fully rested striker Erling Haaland on the struggling Reds
12/10/22 16:00De Bruyne put that down to trusting their own game in what is usually a febrile atmosphere. Normally billed as a title clash, Liverpool are 13 points adrift already this term.Peter Crouch claims Joao Cancelo is 'as important as De Bruyne and Haaland' to Man City... with Owen Hargreaves hailing the Portuguese star as 'one of the best in the world' in BOTH full-back positions
11/10/22 18:24Haaland has made a flying start to life at the Etihad Stadium, scoring 15 Premier League goals in just nine matches, while De Bruyne has registered nine assists in the top flight this season.Arsenal duo Saka and Martinelli are new entries after dominating Liverpool, while West Ham's Scamacca rises after scoring AGAIN... but can anyone topple No 1 Haaland in this week's Premier League POWER RANKINGS?
11/10/22 14:10Leaders Arsenal edged out a struggling Liverpool side 3-2 at the Emirates, while Manchester City kept the pressure on the Gunners with a dominant win over Southampton.Karim Benzema leads the line, Kevin De Bruyne is the chief creator and Virgil van Dijk makes the cut despite his poor form for Liverpool... but does 700-goal man Cristiano Ronaldo feature in our combined European XI ahead of the World Cup?
10/10/22 13:27Who's earned the spot between the sticks? What's the defensive pairing? How did we fit all the attacking talent in? And, perhaps who has missed out on a spot in this star-studded team?Erling Haaland pockets nearly £900k-a-week and he's STILL not the highest-paid player in the world! PSG stars Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi top the list for football's top earners with eye-watering deals... and Andres Iniesta is making a fortune in Japan
08/10/22 08:11With his blistering start to life in England, it's hard to argue that he hasn't earned every penny of the total, which sees his £375,000-a-week base contract supplemented by several bonuses.'Do I burn it now?': Kevin De Bruyne's hilarious reaction as the Man City star is presented with a United shirt with his name and number on the back in awkward video
07/10/22 14:37Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne made his feelings towards local rivals Manchester United very clear when presented with a shirt with his name on it.'I agree with Kevin': Pep Guardiola shares De Bruyne's view that Phil Foden will eventually become a central midfielder... but not yet as he insists the young star 'still has to grow' as a player
04/10/22 21:32Foden has starred as a winger in a front three over recent seasons and surpassed 50 career goals with Sunday's hat-trick against Manchester United.Kevin De Bruyne predicts Phil Foden will eventually become a top-class central midfielder despite Man City star scoring a hat-trick from out wide in derby demolition of Man United
04/10/22 10:38England international Foden, 22, continued his excellent form with a hat-trick in Sunday's 6-3 win at the Etihad Stadium, with Erling Haaland also hitting three.Man City star Kevin De Bruyne still values Cristiano Ronaldo after he is spotted leaving the Etihad with his shirt... even though the Portuguese superstar was left on the bench by United in the 6-3 derby drubbing
03/10/22 22:26Cristiano Ronaldo may not be valued by his manager at Manchester United these days, but he's still a big enough star that Kevin De Bruyne sought him out to ask for his No 7 shirt after Sunday's derby.IAN LADYMAN: Erling Haaland's fabulous second goal summed up the difference between the two Manchester rivals. Everything City do is underpinned by hard work… but for some United players, maximum effort looks like an option
02/10/22 16:17IAN LADYMAN AT THE ETIHAD: If there was one goal - one passage of play - that summed up the difference between the two teams of Manchester then it was City's third of a first half of football.Marcus Rashford wins Premier League Player of the Month for September - as he tries to force Gareth Southgate's hand in a last-ditch World Cup bid - after Erling Haaland failed to even make the shortlist!
30/09/22 10:22The forward, who has found a new lease of life under Erik ten Hag, put on an impressive showing against Arsenal at the start of September, scoring twice as the Red Devils ran out 3-1 winners.Holland 1-0 Belgium: Virgil van Dijk's late header seals top spot for Dutch in Nations League with hard-fought win over neighbours... with hosts finishing as the only unbeaten side in the top tier
25/09/22 20:39Virgil van Dijk sealed an unbeaten Nations League campaign at the Johan Cruyff Arena for the Dutch with an authoritative header from a corner in the 73rd minute.Kevin De Bruyne says he's 'BORED' of playing Wales, with the midfielder complaining Belgium 'always face the same teams' as they meet Rob Page's side for a NINTH time in the last 10 years
22/09/22 16:04The comment comes after Belgium faced Wales in their World Cup qualifying and Nations League groups, with the two teams playing this evening in the final round of Nations League group fixtures.FIFA 23 Web App is out today! Super fans of world's most popular football game await first taste of iconic Ultimate Team feature... amid rumours of a very special story mode
21/09/22 14:20The FIFA 23 Web App launches today, giving Ultimate Team fans the opportunity to get a head start in creating the perfect side and beginning their quest for FIFA immortality.Rio Ferdinand believes Kevin De Bruyne is already among the Premier League's greatest-ever midfielders after he matched Steven Gerrard's assists tally in 287 fewer games... as he says the Belgian would be able to get the better of Vieira or Scholes
21/09/22 08:04The Belgian equalled Steven Gerrard's Premier League assists total when City won 3-0 at Wolves on Saturday, setting up his 91st and 92nd goals in the competition.'It could have been higher!': Erling Haaland is not happy with his 88 rated card on FIFA 23... as Jack Grealish is left stunned that Ruben Dias has a higher physicality rating than Man City's new star striker
20/09/22 14:10EA Sports are gradually releasing players' ratings for the latest edition of the popular franchise, which is released on September 30. It is the last title in the long-running series.Son is a new entry after his devastating 14-minute hat-trick, while De Bruyne rises after equalling Gerrard's assists record... but can Haaland make it four weeks as our POWER RANKINGS No 1?
19/09/22 19:00Premier League leaders Arsenal got back to winning ways after a brilliant 3-0 victory away at Brentford, with William Saliba and Granit Xhaka the standout performers.'If an English player goes out, it is ALWAYS in the media': Kevin De Bruyne claims Man City team-mate Jack Grealish has been unfairly criticised and insists £100m star would not have the same scrutiny if he was foreign
19/09/22 10:24Kevin de Bruyne has launched a defence of Manchester City teammate Jack Grealish claiming he only gets the criticism he does because he is English.Kevin De Bruyne equals Steven Gerrard's Premier League assists record in 287 games FEWER than the Liverpool legend after setting up two goals during Manchester City's 3-0 win over Wolves
17/09/22 18:02Manchester City's Kevin de Bruyne has equalled Steven Gerrard's Premier League assist record after setting up two of the goals during his side's three-nil rout over Wolves on Saturday.'Who's gonna tell him?' Chelsea's American owner Todd Boehly is MOCKED by fans after claiming Mohamed Salah and Kevin De Bruyne came through the club's academy when the club spent a combined £19m to sign them
14/09/22 08:06The Blues' American owner was hailing the production line at Stamford Bridge while addressing the SALT conference in New York on Tuesday. But he blundered in his list of names.Kevin De Bruyne warns that Erling Haaland will get EVEN BETTER when he gets used to Manchester City's style of play... as boss Pep Guardiola praises the 'incredible' forward after his Sevilla brace
06/09/22 21:59JACK GAUGHAN AT THE RAMON SANCHEZ PIZJUAN: Haaland struck twice as City thrashed Sevilla 4-0 in the opening Champions League group game, taking his tally to 12 goals in seven games.Strikers Marcus Rashford and Ivan Toney come in after their ruthless displays in front of goal while Aleksandar Mitrovic scored AGAIN - but has anyone been able to topple No 1 Erling Haaland in this week's Premier League POWER RANKINGS?
05/09/22 19:15Arsenal's 100 per cent record came to an end at Old Trafford, with Mikel Arteta's men going down 3-1 at Man United - who have now won four games in a row - despite an impressive performance.Manchester City stars hit the town with their partners for an early birthday party for Jack Grealish at The Ivy... with Kevin De Bruyne and Kyle Walker among those out after they dropped points against Aston Villa
05/09/22 08:52Manchester City players hit The Ivy on Sunday night with their partners in an early celebration of Jack Grealish's birthday. Kevin De Bruyne, Kyle Walker, Riyad Mahrez and Kalvin Phillips were there.Champions rubbing shoulders: Kevin De Bruyne swaps shirts with Formula One star Max Verstappen, as Manchester City midfielder flies home for Belgian Grand Prix
28/08/22 11:25Just one after helping Manchester City beat Crystal Palace in the Premier League, midfielder Kevin De Bruyne met up with Red Bull driver Max Verstappen ahead of the Belgian GP.CHRIS SUTTON: They got the call right in the end... as cynical as the foul was, Kieran Trippier didn't catch Kevin De Bruyne badly and Jarred Gillett overreacted by initially showing him a red card
21/08/22 22:13CHRIS SUTTON: VAR did its job in the end, by overturning Kieran Trippier's red card. He was sent off in Newcastle's draw with Man City, but a U-turn was made after it was watched again.'I'd sacrifice everything for my team, but I wouldn't injure anybody': Kieran Trippier insists there was no malice in his reckless foul on Kevin De Bruyne after his red card was overturned - and reveals he apologised to the Man City star
21/08/22 19:14Kieran Trippier has insisted he would never 'hurt another player' following the reversal of his red card during Newcastle United's 3-3 draw with Manchester City on Sunday.Kevin De Bruyne 'is promoted to be Manchester City's vice-captain following a vote by players and staff as Ilkay Gundogan takes over the captaincy from Fernandinho'
14/08/22 11:19With Fernandinho having left the club after nine years at the end of last season, there was likely to be quite tumultuous change in the group this term.Manchester City 4-0 Bournemouth: Pep Guardiola's champions continue their impressive start to their Premier League title defence as Kevin de Bruyne and Phil Foden inspire second consecutive win
13/08/22 16:22JACK GAUGHAN AT THE ETIHAD: This incarnation of City is 10 good players and the other bloke who does things around the box that will decide more important games than this one. Not Erling Haaland. Kevin De Bruyne.'The award is officially FINISHED': Furious Lionel Messi fans take aim at France Football for 'joke' decision to snub PSG star from 30-man Ballon d'Or shortlist... but others revel in fact Argentine star's 18-year run is over
12/08/22 20:07Supporters of the 35-year-old PSG forward have declared the award 'finished' in reaction to the news, with many shocked that he has missed out despite 14 goals and 16 assists in 36 games.NO Salah! Liverpool hero misses out on UEFA's men's player of the year shortlist while Man City's Kevin de Bruyne is included alongside Karim Benzema and Thibaut Courtois
12/08/22 13:45Premier League golden boot winner Mo Salah has been left out of UEFA's men's player of the year shortlist despite winning the PFA Players' Player of the Year award at the end of last season.Now that's putting it on a plate! Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne show their relationship is growing on AND off the pitch with hilarious Instagram exchange over the striker's restaurant trip... as pair prepare for their first Etihad link up
10/08/22 12:24The pair linked up during City's 2-0 win over West Ham on Sunday with Kevin De Bruyne assisting Erling Haaland with a sublime through ball before the Norwegian scored.How will YOUR club fare this season and who will be their key man? CHRIS SUTTON's in-depth guide to all 20 clubs as the 2022-23 Premier League campaign kicks off this weekend
04/08/22 21:31The Premier League returns with a bang on Friday night as Arsenal travel to Crystal Palace in the opening game of the season. Here's CHRIS SUTTON'S club-by-club guide.SPECIAL REPORT: Erling Haaland was already a monster... and he's still GROWING! Having put on 10 kilos in muscle to transform from boy to man at Dortmund, Man City are staggered to find he's become even taller since signing for them
02/08/22 21:30Modelling Manchester City's new away kit at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Haaland had to remain still as the club shot footage with Apollo's Little Joe II rocket as a backdrop.Manchester City footballer Kevin De Bruyne stands out in a crisp white top as he enjoys a romantic date night with glamorous wife Michele Lacroix
01/08/22 12:01Kevin De Bruyne cut a sharp figure on Sunday night as he enjoyed a dinner date with glamorous wife Michele Lacroix at Sexy Fish in London.Pep Guardiola admits Manchester City will miss Raheem Sterling, Gabriel Jesus and Oleksandr Zinchenko, hails 'shy' Kevin De Bruyne as world's best midfielder and insists his side will NOT adapt their style for Erling Haaland
28/07/22 17:46Pep Guardiola has lifted the lid on the summer departures of Raheem Sterling, Oleksandr Zinchenko, and Gabriel Jesus, admitting his side will miss the title-winning trio next season.Franck Kessie is gone and key target Renato Sanches seems destined for PSG as AC Milan wait on a big-money signing amid takeover uncertainty... Stefano Pioli's champions are enduring a chaotic summer, so is their title defence already doomed?
26/07/22 19:00ALVISE CAGNAZZO IN ITALY: At the moment, AC Milan has the feel of a fantastic-looking rocket that's stuck in the launch pad or a beautiful Ferrari trapped in the garage.Jack Grealish riles legendary Mexican goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa into a shoving match before he's taken out by Bruno Valdez as Manchester City's friendly win over Club America turns feisty
21/07/22 09:47Jack Grealish was at the centre of the drama on Wednesday night when Manchester City took on Club American in a pre-season friendly at the MRG Stadium.Kevin De Bruyne stars as new boy Erling Haaland warms the bench and Kalvin Phillips impresses... FIVE THINGS WE LEARNED from Manchester City's 2-1 friendly win against Club America
21/07/22 03:24Two quality strikes from winger Kevin De Bruyne handed Pep Guardiola's Manchester City a winning start to pre-season following a hard fought 2-1 victory over Club America in Houston.Rodri insists he and Manchester City team-mates need to become leaders after Fernandinho's departure left senior players in short supply... with Pep Guardiola's squad to vote on their next captain before the season
19/07/22 21:30Four of City's five-man captains' group - Ruben Dias, Ilkay Gundogan, Kevin De Bruyne and Kyle Walker - remain in the squad and the team will vote on their next skipper before the season.Man City players have a reason to celebrate as Jack Grealish, Kevin De Bruyne, Phil Foden and Kyle Walker hit the town with Riyad Mahrez after winger signed new-three year deal... as they enjoy downtime before jetting off to America for pre-season
16/07/22 12:12Manchester City players had a reason to celebrate as Jack Grealish, Kevin De Bruyne, Phil Foden, Kyle Walker and Riyad Mahrez hit the town on Friday night.Kevin De Bruyne goes shirtless as he enjoys a boat trip with swimsuit-clad wife Michele Lacroix while soaking up the sun on family holiday in Ibiza
03/07/22 12:15The footballer, 31, and his influencer partner, 28, were also joined by a group of friends as they went for a swim near the shore of the Spanish island.How do Mo Salah's wages compare to the rest of world football? His new £400,000-a-week salary at Liverpool makes him the highest-paid player in the Premier League ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo, but he is dwarfed by PSG stars Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi
01/07/22 17:29Following months of speculation about the Egyptian's future, the Reds stunned the world by announcing he had agreed a new contract to stay at Anfield until 2025.Kevin De Bruyne goes shirtless while his wife Michele Lacroix shows off her incredible figure in a white swimsuit as they soak up the sun on a family holiday in Ibiza
01/07/22 16:59The footballer, 31, and his wife Michele Lacroix enjoyed a family holiday with their kids on Friday in Ibiza, Spain.Kevin De Bruyne's wife Michele Lacroix puts on a leggy display in emerald green mini dress as the couple attend friend's wedding in California
29/06/22 08:34The footballer, 31, put on a cosy display with social media influencer Michele, 28, as they held hands while mingling with the other guests outside the chapel.Kevin De Bruyne's 'glorified friendlies' moan is proved right, Frenkie de Jong pushes his price tag up and Erling Haaland leaves Manchester City fans hungry for more... 10 things we learned from the Nations League
15/06/22 21:00It was a wretched camp for England that has left many fans questioning Gareth Southgate's future, but what about the rest of Europe? Which countries are showing promise ahead of the World Cup?'I know nothing is going to change': Kevin De Bruyne accepts defeat in the battle to protect players as he believes football will continue to ignore welfare... ahead of another marathon season for Man City and Belgium
12/06/22 21:38Manchester City and Belgium midfielder Kevin De Bruyne fears football's rules will continue to ignore the welfare of players, as he prepares for another marathon season for club and country.'Every player will tell you there are way too many games': Gareth Bale slams 'crazy' schedule and says 'something has to change' as it is 'too much' that Kevin De Bruyne could play nearly 80 GAMES next season
10/06/22 21:31Bale's Wales face De Bruyne's Belgium in the Nations League on Saturday and player protection has been a topic of discussion in the Welsh camp.Belgium 6-1 Poland: Roberto Martinez's side run riot by scoring FIVE second-half goals after falling behind to Robert Lewandowski's strike, with Leandro Trossard netting twice
08/06/22 20:41BELGIUM 6-1 POLAND: They dominated the second period and after goals from Kevin De Bruyne, Trossard, Leander Dendoncker and Lois Openda moved second in Group Four above Poland.The world's 100 most-valuable footballers: £130m Erling Haaland is top of the Premier League podium ahead of Phil Foden, Luis Diaz, Man United, Chelsea and Arsenal stars - but falls short of the top two in CIES boffins' list
06/06/22 11:37Erling Haaland is said to be worth £130.4million, more than double the £51.2million that Manchester City paid to activate his Borussia Dortmund release clause this summer.Kevin De Bruyne reveals his excitement about playing alongside Erling Haaland... and admits his Manchester City's team-mates are 'expecting a lot' from the Norway international as they believe he can score '20-25 goals a season
02/06/22 15:59Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne has expressed his excitement about playing alongside Norway international Erling Haaland in the Premier League next season.Is there anything you can't do, Kevin?! Manchester City star De Bruyne passes his UEFA A coaching licence after working for badge with Belgium as midfield ace gets prepared for life after playing
31/05/22 15:16The Belgian FA embarked on a unique project in 2019 when they announced that 19 players, including De Bruyne, would be doing their UEFA A and B licences.Kevin De Bruyne blasts Nations League as 'unimportant' as Belgium star calls for better player welfare: 'We have a little more than three weeks of vacation every 12 months'
30/05/22 23:59Kevin De Bruyne blasts the Nations League as 'unimportant' as Belgium star bemoans lack of player welfare highlighting 'we have a little more than three weeks of vacation every 12 months'Liverpool's Mo Salah wins the PFA Premier League Fans' Player of the Year award after his Golden Boot season with the Reds... but fans say Kevin de Bruyne was 'ROBBED' after achieving Premier League success with Manchester City
30/05/22 12:12Salah marked his 2021/22 campaign with a third Premier League Golden Boot, having tied with Tottenham's Heung-Min Son on 23 goals - before collecting this prestigious fan-voted award.Ronaldo and Bowen are the only players from outside the top four while only two defenders make the cut... but is it Kevin De Bruyne or Mohamed Salah who top our season-long POWER RANKINGS?
25/05/22 13:24After 38 matchdays of twists and turns, Manchester City pipped Liverpool to the Premier League title, while Chelsea and Tottenham made the other Champions League places.Son Heung-min and Sadio Mane end the Premier League season with a bang, while Raphinha steps up when it matters for Leeds... but who tops the final week's POWER RANKINGS after a thrilling finish to the campaign?
23/05/22 17:00With the final round of fixtures done and dusted, it is time to look at Sportsmail's final top 10 Premier League Power Rankings for the 2021-22 campaign.Kevin de Bruyne is voted Premier League Player of the Season as he beats Liverpool rival Mo Salah and Spurs' Son Heung-min to the award after inspiring Man City to the brink of the title
21/05/22 13:24The Belgian has enjoyed once of his most successful seasons, 15 goals in 29 appearances from midfield and providing a further seven assists, helping City into pole position to retain the title.Belgium recall big-name stars Romelu Lukaku, Kevin De Bruyne and Eden Hazard for June's Nations League matches - but Roberto Martinez drops Christian Benteke and Divock Origi
18/05/22 11:49Belgium have now returned to full strength with Lukaku, De Bruyne, Hazard and Thibaut Courtois making up a powerful-looking 32-man squad for their four matches next month.Christian Eriksen and Jamie Vardy have hit late-season form, while Bruno Guimaraes ran the show for Newcastle against Arsenal... but who is the new No 1 in this week's POWER RANKINGS ahead of the final day of the season?
17/05/22 14:56Manchester City's 2-2 draw against West Ham means the title race will go down to the final day of the season, but the race for the top four is all but over after Arsenal's back-to-back defeats.Phil Foden says inspirational midfielder Kevin de Bruyne has hit new heights as Manchester City close in on the Premier League title
14/05/22 23:33Kevin de Bruyne's superlative four-goal blitz against Wolves took even his team-mates by surprise. The Belgian scored his first three on his 'weaker' side.AHEAD OF THE GAME: Man City fear Kevin De Bruyne will be denied Player of the Year Award with the PFA voting deadline closing before his four-goal masterclass at Wolves... with Liverpool's Mohamed Salah favourite
13/05/22 21:30AHEAD OF THE GAME: Manchester City players are unhappy with the PFA for closing the voting for the Player of the Year Award last Sunday, feeling it has denied Kevin De Bruyne more votes,MICAH RICHARDS: Magic Kevin De Bruyne is so special and could yet be City's greatest! He is already world-class and a big reason Man City have one hand on the title, but he can still reach another level!
13/05/22 19:05MICAH RICHARDS: I knew within a minute that De Bruyne was in the mood to do something special. Yes, he scored four goals but I'm sure if City had needed to win by eight, he'd have got six.'It was the De Bruyne show... they didn't know how to live with him': Micah Richards lauds the midfielder's four-goal display in City's win at Wolves, while Karen Carney reveals her excitement at prospect of him playing alongside Erling Haaland
11/05/22 23:35Micah Richards and Karen Carney couldn't help but sing Kevin de Bruyne's praises after he helped Manchester City beat Wolves 5-1 in their Premier League clash on Wednesday evening.Chris Sutton praises Man City's 'dominance' and 'authority' after 5-1 win at Wolves and insists 'there's no stopping Pep Guardiola's side now'... while Micah Richards hails their character after Champions League heartbreak
11/05/22 22:17Chris Sutton has heaped praise on Manchester City following their 5-1 victory over Wolves in their Premier League clash on Wednesday evening.Steven Gerrard surprisingly names Jude Bellingham and Mateo Kovacic in his top six midfielders in the world currently... with pair joining Fabinho, Rodri, Kevin De Bruyne and Mason Mount in Aston Villa boss' list
10/05/22 17:48The Aston Villa boss is regarded as one of the finest midfielders to have ever played the game, scoring 185 goals for Liverpool in 710 appearances along with 21 in 114 England caps.Luis Diaz and Son Heung-min continue to deliver, while Moises Caicedo has emerged as a key figure in Brighton's resurgence... but who's the surprise No 1 in this week's POWER RANKINGS?
09/05/22 19:00Manchester City pulled further clear at the top of to dent Liverpool's title hopes as Everton continued their good form to pull themselves out of the relegation zone in an action-packed weekend.Mo Salah is one of six Liverpool stars selected in FIFA 22's Premier League Team of the Season and leads the ratings with Cristiano Ronaldo - but what Man United team-mate's inclusion has caused a stir and who outside of the 'Big Six' makes the cut?
06/05/22 18:49FIFA 22 TOTS Premier League cards have officially been announced and the latest Team of the Season squad is out in packs now. However, fans are not happy about some of the other decisions.MARTIN SAMUEL: Lifting Man City off the floor after ruin against Real Madrid will be the biggest test of Pep Guardiola's CAREER - and Jurgen Klopp already did it with Liverpool... while Chelsea farce shows this Government cannot be trusted
05/05/22 21:30Guardiola must hope his team can pick themselves up to go again, but in reality he faces arguably the biggest challenge of his managerial career galvanising Manchester City for Sunday.
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- David de Gea 'agrees a one-year deal with Fiorentina' - as Spaniard looks to FINALLY end his search for a new club
- Noah Lyles' Olympic rival speaks out after Team USA star ran the 200m final with COVID - without telling his fellow sprinters
- Letsile Tebogo delivers savage verdict on 'arrogant' Noah Lyles after beating Team USA sprinter to win 200m gold at 2024 Olympics
- Phil Foden poses with social media star son Ronnie, five, in matching lemon outfits - just days after neighbours 'called police over late night children's party
- Thomas Muller declares himself an Olympic champion after his supporting role in a German gold medal triumph at Paris 2024
- Mikel Arteta insists Saka and Rice 'have to be ready' for start of the Premier League season as England stars return in friendly win over Bayer Leverkusen
- OnlyFans star Alysha Newman celebrates Olympic bronze by TWERKING to the crowd - as Canadian pole vaulter clears national record 4.85m
- Former Team USA gymnast Gabby Douglas slams Simone Biles comparisons and says she's tired of 'constantly being bullied' online
- Matthew Hudson-Smith breaks down in tears after missing out on Olympic gold to Quincy Hall as Team GB star accepts 'the better man won'
- Team GB star George Mills breaks silence on his furious clash with French opponent Hugo Hay... after son of former Premier League star was knocked down in chaotic 5,000m heat
- Team USA gold medalist Ryan Crouser shows off simple trick that explains why he won shot put gold at 2024 Olympics
- Charley Hull reveals why she's had a disastrous start to 2024 Olympics... and it has nothing to do with the cigarette ban
- From steeplechase to church steeple! French athletics star PROPOSES to her boyfriend at Paris Olympics
- Aussie sprinter Michelle Jenneke is sent flying during nasty fall in the 100m hurdles - and then nearly trips over the very next one in nightmare race
- Glamorous swimmer Luana Alonso is fired a fresh warning by Olympics chief after being kicked out of athletes village for 'inappropriate conduct'
- Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis appears on morning TV 'visibly hungover' the day after his record-smashing jump in the Olympic pole vault final
- Andrea Spendolini-Sirieix is left in tears after missing out on a medal - as daughter of TV host Fred admits 'I didn't want to be alive three years ago'
- Thierry Henry shows off his dance moves after France triumph 3-1 over Egypt to reach the gold medal match at Paris Olympics as footage goes viral
- VAR officials removed from Champions League qualifier involving Rangers after being 'caught by police stealing a road sign
- Glamorous Olympic swimmer Luana Alonso breaks her silence amid reports she was kicked out of athletes village over 'inappropriate conduct'
- The wholesome moment the UK cheered Keely Hodgkinson to glory: Gabby Logan and Jess Ennis-Hill roar her on from the studio as loved ones cheer
- Gabby Logan reveals her conspiracy theory about the 2024 Paris Olympics bell live on BBC - as the TV host vows to get to the bottom of the mystery
- Swedish pole vault star Armand Duplantis wins Olympic gold with a new WORLD RECORD - as he celebrates by mimicking Turkish shooter who went viral
- Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles slammed by NFL star over 'disgusting' gesture after bowing out of Olympics with silver and bronze in floor final
- Simone Biles appears to HIT OUT at Olympics crowd after falling off beam - as American teammate Suni Lee blames 'tense' atmosphere in Paris
- Fans claim Kishane Thompson 'was ROBBED' in 100m final after he was beaten by America's Noah Lyles by FIVE THOUSANDTHS of a second
- Phil Foden poses with a prize catch as the Man City star rounds off his pre-season holiday by landing a huge fish on a five-day family trip to a £14-a-day lake
- The moment a South Korean Olympian breaks down in TEARS as he fails to avoid national military service after missing out on a medal in men's golf
- Team GB men's hockey side suffer penalty shootout heartbreak against 10-man India as they crash out of the Paris Olympics
- Convicted child rapist Steven van de Velde CRASHES OUT of Olympics in last-16 stage as the Dutch beach volleyball player is again loudly booed
- Dina Asher-Smith is reduced to tears during BBC interview as the Team GB star admits she is 'running angry' in the 200m after 100m sprint exit
- Former Sky Sports presenter Richard Keys - 'the once hairiest man on TV' - undergoes hair transplant treatment in bizarre video
- 'How embarrassing': Fans react as Estonia's Karel Tilga's pole vault attempt goes wrong during decathlon at Paris Olympics
- Olympics fans stunned by Femke Bol's voice after clip resurfaces of sprinter months before she stole 4x400 gold for the Netherlands
- Snoop Dogg leaves fans in stitches as he dons bizarre equestrian outfit to watch dressage with close pal Martha Stewart at Olympics: 'Snoop Thee Stallion'
- Gender row boxer Imane Khelif breaks down in tears after beating Hungary's Anna Luca Hamori to guarantee medal at the Paris Olympics
- Imane Khelif BEATS Anna Luca Hamori via unanimous decision despite being docked a point for holding as gender row boxer guarantees medal
- Footage of Yusuf Dikec doing the EXACT same pose in 2011 when he won the World Cup Series resurfaces after pic of Turkish shooter goes viral
- Olympics chief makes blunder in unexpected presser before defending Imane Khelif and Lin Yu-Ting's participation in women's boxing
- Simone Biles wins ANOTHER Olympic gold! USA gymnastics legends triumphs in vault final to make more history at Paris Games Makes more history
- Italian boxer who lost to 'failed gender test' Khelif will receive Olympic champion prize money from International Boxing Association
- Chelsea locked in talks with Conor Gallagher to avoid England star going into exile after he was told he will NOT be part of first-team squad - as Atletico set deadline for Blues midfielder to agree £34m move
- Keely Hodgkinson eases to victory in 800m Olympic heat as Team GB superstar advances in quest for athletics gold medal
- Duncan Scott wins Olympic silver in men's 200m medley as the Team GB star becomes Scotland's greatest-ever Olympian with eighth medal - while Leon Marchand collects fourth gold in Paris
- Novak Djokovic is booed in semi-final win as he clashes with umpire and his own box... but recovers his composure to set up rematch with Carlos Alcaraz at Paris Olympics
- Bryony Page hopes to run away to the circus after springing to gold as the Brit bounces clear of rivals... then sets her sights on Cirque du Soleil
- Team GB star praised for showing an 'elite mentality' in honest interview after finishing eighth in the BMX final at the Paris Olympics
- Convicted child rapist Steven van de Velde and the Netherlands reach the last-16 in the beach volleyball at the Paris Olympics... as the Dutchman is again booed loudly by spectators
- New look for Cristiano Ronaldo? Al-Nassr star seen sporting a pair of glasses while on holiday in Madrid with Georgina Rodriguez!
- Louis van Gaal, 72, gives latest health update as he battles prostate cancer and reveals his surprise at being offered shock job by a European giant
- Boxer Sitora Turdibekova leaves ring in TEARS after taking brutal blows during Olympic beating by second 'failed gender test' Lin Yu-ting
- Liverpool unveil new 'night forest' away kit - and will debut the £125 strip in final USA pre-season tour clash against fierce rivals Man United this weekend
- MAN UNITED CONFIDENTIAL: Rasmus Hojlund recovers in a cryotherapy chamber - and why Leny Yoro's absence isn't all bad
- Dan Evans SOBS as Olympics and Team GB team-mate Andy Murray's career comes to an end after their heartbreaking exit from the men's doubles
- Andy Murray jokes he 'never even liked tennis anyway' minutes after his glittering career comes to an end... as he makes a change to his social media bio
- Man City Erling Haaland jokingly scolds reporters after they fail to welcome the Norwegian superstar to pre-season press conference
- Revealed: What Italian opponent of 'biological male' boxer at centre of Olympics row told her corner after she WITHDREW from fight after 46 seconds
- BBC presenter Clare Balding breaks down in TEARS live on air as Andy Murray's stunning career comes to an end with Olympic doubles heartbreak in Paris
- Adam Peaty hands HUGE boost to Team GB ahead of relay races as swimming superstar is pictured back in the pool just days after a positive Covid test
- Leny Yoro could be out for TWO MONTHS amid fears he's fractured his metatarsal in blow for Man United - with new signing spotted on crutches
- Carlos Alcaraz and Rafael Nadal are knocked OUT of the Paris Olympics as dream Spanish pairing fall short in men's doubles against USA
- Fred Sirieix fights back tears as he tells his daughter Andrea Spendolini-Sirieix live on air that he is 'bursting' with pride after bronze medal
- Saudi Arabia unveil 11 new futuristic stadium concepts in their bid to host 2034 World Cup - with a 92,000-capacity mega-ground to host the final
- EXCLUSIVEJohn Barnes on Jurgen Klopp 'stealing his thunder' before Arne Slot's arrival and what Darwin Nunez must do to be the 'best in the world'
- Brazilian swimmer breaks silence after she was BANISHED from the Olympics for sneaking out 'to go on a night out in Paris' with her boyfriend
- The blueprint for Sir Jim Ratcliffe's new stadium plan? SoFi Satdium has a 120-yard screen, jaw-dropping luxury suites and a futuristic roof
- Lamine Yamal 'UNFOLLOWS his TiKTok influencer girlfriend' after she was shown in a viral video sitting on another boy's lap
- Mason Greenwood scores just 30 minutes into his first Marseille appearance after his £30m move from Man United, as Roberto De Zerbi's side impress
- Tom Daley's diving partner Noah Williams breaks down in tears after winning Olympics silver - as he pays tribute to former coach who passed away
- Matt Richards reveals he thought he had touched the wall FIRST after missing out on Olympic gold in 200m freestyle final to David Popovici by 0.02sec
- 'Seems like he's reinvented himself after his West Ham loan': Kalvin Phillips is mocked by fans as clip of midfielder dwelling on the ball goes viral
- French cyclist knocked-out in HORROR Olympic mountain bike crash BUT her coach declares she will 'come back STRONGER'
- Son of ex-Liverpool star who won the Champions League in 2005 signs scholarship contract with the Reds as he follows in father's footsteps
- Fans impressed after 'middle-aged man disrobes to just a Speedo' before diving into the pool to retrieve lost property
- Adam Peaty reveals what son George, 3, told him after his Olympic heartbreak in Paris - as he admits he thought he'd won gold in incredibly close finish
- Fencing fury as world No 1 Sandro Bazadze rages at referee for 'killing' him, before ranting: 'The Olympic Games... fairness, where is fairness?'
- Trent Alexander-Arnold is spotted signing a young Real Madrid fan's shirt during holiday with Jude Bellingham
- West Brom's pre-season 'friendly' against Mallorca turns violent as fight breaks out as Jayson Molumby PUNCHES opponent
- Endrick moved to tears as '43,000 fans' turn up to see his Real Madrid unveiling at the Santiago Bernabeu just days after the Brazilian teen finally joined
- Marcus Rashford's luxury Range Rover hit by 'drink driver' in shock incident with Man United team-mate Tyrell Malacia taken to hospital
- Team GB WIN their first medal of the Olympic Games as Yasmin Harper and Scarlett Mew Jensen claim bronze in 3m synchronised diving
- Heavy rain continues to wreck havoc at Paris Olympics as swimming practice for men's triathlon is thrown into doubt... with concerns over River Seine safety
- Watch the INCREDIBLE transformation of an Olympic swimming pool - as £300m La Defense Arena prepares to welcome Adam Peaty
- Meet Team GB's WAGs: Gordon Ramsay's influencer daughter, the dental hygienist-turned entrepreneur and ex- Geordie Shore star
- Andy Murray shares fan's hilarious post that claims tennis star 'will start rusting out in the rain' during eye-catching Paris Olympics opening ceremony
- EXCLUSIVESpoonfuls of caviar, $500 tips and giant TVs with his victorious fights on loop... how boxing great Floyd Mayweather likes to party
- She wants a Porsche if she wins gold at the Paris Olympics but Team GB's poster girl is just as driven on the track - meet the REAL Keely Hodgkinson
- Fans claim that PSG star Achraf Hakimi is driving the Morocco team bus at the Olympics in France in viral video - or is it an uncanny resemblance?
- 'Who is this and what has he done with Mikel Arteta?': Fans are left shocked by Arsenal manager's appearance in new video as he previews new season
- Max Verstappen fires back at critics as he tells them to look at his trophy cabinet and DENIES claims Red Bull have told him to stop staying up late
- Mason Greenwood 'set to pocket £14,000-a-month in rent from Leny Yoro', as Man United's £52m signing 'snaps up his £2MILLION mansion' after Old Trafford exit
- Man City hopeful Rodri's potential ban for chanting 'Gibraltar is Spanish' at Euro 2024 celebration party will not impact Champions League campaign
- Paul Pogba gives update after being handed a four-year doping ban, as ex-Man United and Juventus star opens up on 'difficult time'
- Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola mocks his player Jack Grealish for reaching the latter stages of a quick-thinking game in pre-season
- BRENTFORD'S GREATEST EVER PLAYER: The Bees owe a lot to the goals of David McCulloch... but who do YOU think is the club's all-time star?
- Graeme Souness singles out Man United captain Bruno Fernandes for 'throwing in the towel' as he SLAMS lack of leaders in modern football
- Jarrad Branthwaite has NO intention of signing a new Everton contract unless Goodison Park chiefs match the wages offered by Man United
- Paddy 'The Baddy' Pimblett opens up on mental health struggles ahead of UFC 304 and reveals his coaches considered 'pulling him out' of fight
- Man United urged to be 'ruthless' in selling Harry Maguire this summer by Dwight Yorke, with a SHOCK move to Premier League rival proposed
- Ben White 'considering a shock return to the England set-up' after Gareth Southgate's departure and the exit of Steve Holland
- Andy Murray has not spoken to Emma Raducanu since her withdrawal ended his Wimbledon farewell and defends mother Judy's reaction
- Jose Mourinho lashes out at UEFA after making winning start to life at Fenerbahce, as Edin Dzeko nets hat-trick in Champions League qualifier
- Revealed: The video footage that shows Charlotte Dujardin whipping horse 'like an elephant in a circus' - as dressage star is suspended in shame
- The real reason seats at Anfield have been covered up after Liverpool fans thought Trent Alexander-Arnold could be signing a new contract
- Man United fans rave over 'leaked' Old Trafford tunnel redesign after video shows traditional walkway's 'stunning' overhaul ahead of new season
- Francis Ngannou opens up on the death of his 15-month-old son during emotional interview - as ex-UFC champion reveals how it 'broke' him
- Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk unveils new hairstyle after cutting off long blonde locks in favour of eye-catching 'Top Boy'-inspired trim
- Wayne Rooney's footballer son Kai, 14, wows fans in training video as they claim he 'learnt from his dad' - and call for him to join Man United's first team!
- England hero Ollie Watkins pictured in Milan with fiancee Ellie Alderson after proposing on holiday as he puts Euro 2024 agony behind him
- What happened to Leon Goretzka? Fans shocked by Bayern Munich midfielder's body transformation as some joke that Harry Kane is to blame
- Shocking moment Norwegian referee shows a PHYSIO a red card - on weekend of chaos where anti-VAR protests caused abandoned match
- Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois throws CAKE at fans AGAIN after joining Steve Aoki on stage at Tomorrowland in Belgium
- Jack Grealish is 'STILL on edge after £1m raid on his £5.6m home eight months ago' - as Man City star 'worries thieves will never be caught'
- Alexander Zverev and Arthur Fils clash in heated Hamburg Open final after Frenchman unleashes controversial underarm serve during the match