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Former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard urges quick resolution to Mohamed Salahs dispute with new manager Arne Slot, comparing it to Luis Suárezs past issue. Gerrard suggests senior players like Virgil van Dijk mediate, emphasizing Salahs importance to the team. Meanwhile, Jürgen Klopp, who managed Salah extensively, acknowledges his challenges but praises his dedication. Gerrard fears Salahs potential departure to Saudi Pro League clubs if the disagreement persists.

CF Montréal bolsters defense with Brayan Vera acquisition from Real Salt Lake; Vera signs multi-year contract, Real Salt Lake receives significant allocation money and potential future transfer fees.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces ethics probe over close ties to former US President Donald Trump. Critics allege his public support violates FIFAs political neutrality rules. A human rights group, FairSquare, requests an investigation into Infantinos praise for Trump and the creation of the FIFA Peace Prize. Potential consequences for Infantino include warnings, bans, fines, or compliance training.

Charlotte FCs Tim Ream and USMNTs Mauricio Pochettino discuss the intense offseason leading up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ream, 38, emphasizes the importance of staying in peak shape, while Pochettino focuses on cultivating a winning mindset and finding the right players for the national team. Young MLS talents like Diego Luna and veterans like Cristian Roldan are fast-tracked into World Cup contention, with no spots guaranteed.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection proposes a new rule for World Cup visitors: an in-depth review of social media history, potentially causing delays and increasing the risk of denial for travelers from forty-two countries, including the UK, France, Germany, and South Korea. The proposal, which is open for public comments for sixty days, has raised concerns about discretionary decisions based on online speech. The changes come amidst ongoing discussions about immigration policies and warnings from officials about overstaying visas.

Podcast Papi shares his personal journey of overcoming a 3-year period of isolation, poverty, and lack of excitement. He emphasizes that current circumstances do not define ones future and encourages listeners to use challenging times as opportunities for growth and preparation for their comeback story.

Real Madrids Xabi Alonso faces intense pressure, despite leading a billion-pound team, after a surprising home defeat to Celta Vigo. The clubs high standards and history of quick manager replacements put his job on the line. Alonsos challenge is exacerbated by an imbalanced squad, injuries, and a dressing room that needs to embrace his vision. His past achievements and status as a beloved former player offer little protection in Real Madrids demanding culture.

Kylian Mbappés inclusion in Real Madrids squad for their Champions League match against Manchester City, despite a recent knee injury, is a significant development. Mbappés presence boosts the teams chances, especially considering his impressive record against Manchester City. However, Real Madrid faces a defensive crisis with six defenders out, including Éder Militão for three to four months, leaving manager Xabi Alonso with limited options.