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- 1FIFA World Cup 26 broadcasts to carry nine ads per minute●9 Ads per Minute: FIFA Cup 26 – "the price of the beautiful game"
Research from the University of Bristol indicates that FIFA World Cup 26 broadcasts in 2026 could feature as many as nine advertisements per minute, a figure being described as "the price of the beautiful game". Commentators are debating how commercial saturation will affect the viewing experience at football's biggest tournament, with many criticising the growing encroachment of advertising into live sport coverage.
- 2Thirty years since Arsène Wenger took charge at Arsenal●Arsène Wenger and Arsenal: 30 years on from appointment that changed English football
It has been 30 years since Arsenal appointed Arsène Wenger, a decision that transformed English football. The Frenchman revolutionised training, diet and playing style in the Premier League, guiding Arsenal to three league titles, including the unbeaten 2003-04 'Invincibles' season, and seven FA Cups during his 22-year reign. Anniversary coverage is revisiting his legacy and lasting influence on the modern game.
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Indonesia routed Bangladesh 9-2 in Jakarta to reach the FIFA ASEAN Cup final, but the match is mired in controversy over extended stoppage time during the chaotic closing minutes, which lifted Indonesia from second place into the final. Malaysia's FA has asked FIFA to explain the added-time change, Bangladesh coach Kim Pan-gon's predecessor warnings and Dooley urged his side to learn from the setback, while Indonesia coach John Herdman dedicated the win to Kanjuruhan stadium disaster victims.
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Weymouth FC, known as the Terras, are preparing for an FA Cup showdown against an opponent described as a social media sensation. The non-league club's upcoming tie is drawing attention, with coverage focusing on how Weymouth will handle the buzz and online following of their FA Cup rivals.
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Brentford... Brentwood Town host Dagenham & Redbridge in an FA Cup third round qualifying tie, with coverage detailing how fans can watch the match via a free live stream. Fixtures at this stage bring non-league and lower-league clubs closer to the first round proper, and interest is focused on the matchup and viewing options for supporters unable to attend.
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A non-league side known as the Terras is preparing for an FA Cup tie against opponents described as a social media sensation. The draw has drawn attention because of the contrast between a traditional club and a team whose following has been built online. Fans are discussing what the tie could mean for both clubs, with the cup offering a lower-division side a rare shot at a headline-making upset.
- 7Arsenal's Arsène Wenger appointment marks 30th anniversary●On this week 30 years ago... Arsenal appointed Arsène Wenger as manager! Three Premier League titles, seven FA Cups, the
Thirty years ago this week, Arsenal appointed Arsène Wenger as manager, a decision that transformed the club and English football. Wenger delivered three Premier League titles, seven FA Cups and the unbeaten 'Invincibles' season of 2003-04, while his rivalry with Manchester United's Sir Alex Ferguson defined an era. Fans are marking the anniversary by celebrating his legacy.