The Palace boss criticised the pair's work ethic and said they needed to be 'shaken' when explaining the decision to leave them out of the 3-2 win against Fulham.
BBC Sport examines some of the key themes before Saturday's match between Crystal Palace and Ipswich (15:00 BST), with newly promoted Town hoping to avoid a third consecutive defeat. Crystal Palace earned their first Premier League win under Pierre Sage by beating Fulham 3-2 last weekend, but the head coach was notably magnanimous afterwards, admitting he was "disappointed for the other team and the coach, they had opportunities too". Sage stressed Boro were "a really good team", adding: "I want to congratulate them – the score is for us, but they played well."
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The 39-year-old remains central to the club’s ambitions during a crucial part of the MLS season, making every sign of physical discomfort worth watching closely. Lionel Messi has sparked fresh concern around his fitness after a moment during Inter Miami’s latest training session caught the attention of supporters. The 39-year-old remains central to the club’s ambitions during a crucial part of the MLS season, making every sign of physical discomfort worth watching closely. Footage from the session has quickly circulated among Inter Miami supporters, with fans immediately connecting the moment to Messi’s previous muscle problems. There is currently no official confirmation that the Argentine has suffered a new injury, however, leaving the situation open to interpretation. The video, filmed during Inter Miami’s training session this Friday, shows Messi taking part in light work before appearing uncomfortable at one point. He bends over and appears to check or hold his leg while moving more cautiously for a short period. Messi subsequently continues with the session and is seen carrying on with light drills involving the ball. That detail is important because the footage alone does not establish that Messi has suffered an injury or that he will miss an upcoming match. 🚨WATCH: Lionel Messi was seen holding his leg during training today, as it appears he may be feeling some discomfort again. 🥹🎥 via Ramao Sports IG pic.twitter.com/0QQkvM5kHk— Inter Miami News Hub (@Intermiamicfhub) September 11, 2026 The clip was shared by independent Inter Miami accounts on X (formerly Twitter), with footage originally attributed to Ramao Sports. The images have nevertheless been enough to trigger concern among supporters familiar with Messi’s recent fitness issues. Why Messi’s history makes the footage worrying The reaction is understandable because Messi has experienced several lower-body muscle problems during the past year. Earlier in 2026, a left hamstring muscle overload or fatigue issue forced him off during Miami’s MLS match against Philadelphia Union in May, while he had also dealt with related discomfort earlier in the season. At 39, Messi’s workload is naturally being monitored more closely than it was earlier in his career. His demanding schedule has included club football with Inter Miami as well as another major international campaign with Argentina, placing additional emphasis on managing his physical condition. Lionel Messi #10 of Inter Miami CF warms up That history means even relatively minor signs of discomfort can generate significant attention. Still, players can occasionally stretch, check a muscle or move cautiously during training without the incident developing into an actual injury. For now, the biggest takeaway is that Inter Miami has not announced a new injury involving Messi. There has also been no confirmed medical update indicating that the forward is facing another hamstring problem or any other specific issue. The circulating footage therefore needs to be treated carefully. While it does show the Argentine appearing to experience a moment of discomfort, there is no evidence from the video alone that he has sustained an injury that will affect his availability. Why Inter Miami cannot afford Messi setback The timing would be particularly significant for Inter Miami, which is entering an important stage of the MLS campaign. Messi remains the club’s most influential attacking player, and his availability can have a major effect on the team’s ability to compete across a demanding schedule. Lionel Messi #10 of Inter Miami CF. Supporters have also raised broader questions about player workload, particularly with MLS teams facing congested periods and limited opportunities to rotate their biggest stars. Managing Messi’s minutes could become increasingly important as Inter Miami approaches the decisive part of the season. The club will therefore have little reason to take unnecessary risks with its captain. If Messi is feeli
The Croatian midfielder has been weighing his options since leaving Al-Nassr, and his next move could create an unexpected reunion with Ronaldo on the continental stage. Cristiano Ronaldo could soon find himself facing a familiar face in the AFC Champions League, with former Al-Nassr teammate Marcelo Brozovic closing in on a surprise next chapter in the Gulf. The Croatian midfielder has been weighing his options since leaving Al-Nassr, and his next move could create an unexpected reunion with Ronaldo on the continental stage. Brozovic’s future has been the subject of growing speculation in recent weeks, with potential destinations in Europe also discussed. However, the latest developments suggest that the 33-year-old is preparing to remain in the region, although his next club is outside the Saudi Pro League. According to Win Win journalist Ismael Mahmoud and journalist Ahmed Ragab, negotiations over the Croatian’s next transfer have reached their final stages. The midfielder is reportedly close to completing a move after becoming a free agent following the end of his Al-Nassr contract. Brozovic remains in Riyadh for the time being and is expected to travel next weekend to undergo his medical examination. The final details are reportedly being completed before contracts are signed, meaning the transfer could soon become official. Marcelo Brozovic of Al-Nassr FC during line up prior to the Saudi Pro League match. The situation represents a change from earlier speculation surrounding his future. Brozovic’s agent, Marina Mikulic, recently admitted that the midfielder was still considering his options. “Brozović is currently in Riyadh. We still don’t know what his next destination will be. We are waiting for offers, and we have not been in contact with Al Ittihad or Al Ahli.” Where will Brozovic reportedly continue his career? The mystery surrounding Brozovic’s next club has now largely been solved, with Qatari powerhouse Al Sadd reportedly agreeing a one-season contract with the Croatian, including an option for another year. The proposed deal is structured as a 1+1 contract, allowing Brozovic to remain with Al Sadd beyond the initial campaign if both sides decide to extend the agreement. The move would also keep the experienced midfielder in the Gulf after three seasons in Saudi Arabia. For Brozovic, it is a significant decision because a Saudi stay and a return to Europe had remained a possibility. Italian clubs, including Fiorentina and Lazio, were reportedly linked with the former Inter star, but those options ultimately failed to materialize. When could Ronaldo face his former teammate again? The most intriguing aspect of the move for Al-Nassr supporters is what it could mean for Ronaldo. Al-Nassr is scheduled to face Al Sadd at Al-Awwal Park in the AFC Champions League Elite on November 24, potentially putting the Portuguese superstar against his former midfield partner. Brozovic and Ronaldo spent three seasons together in Riyadh after the Croatian arrived from Inter in 2023. Their partnership became an important part of Al-Nassr’s midfield, with Brozovic providing control and defensive balance behind the club’s attacking stars. If the transfer is completed before their continental meeting, Ronaldo and Brozovic could find themselves on opposite sides of the pitch only months after sharing the same dressing room. It would add an extra layer of intrigue to an already important AFC Champions League fixture.
Midfielder on rising above the negativity after Everton’s struggles in the transfer window, becoming a leader in the dressing room and a possible England call-upTransfer deadline day may be “exciting for everyone”, as Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall puts it, but his experience of that transfer deadline day at Everton hauled him through the same gamut of emotions as every Evertonian. Excitement turned to bewilderment before the conclusion of the window left the midfielder exasperated, but for entirely different reasons to a fanbase left questioning the club’s direction under The Friedkin Group.How, now, is the mood in the squad? It is the obvious place to start after a deadline day that left David Moyes with fewer players than he had at the beginning, one striker and no cover for either full-back position. It also featured the US international striker Folarin Balogun walking out on a £40m transfer minutes after submitting a deal sheet. “Really good to be honest,” Dewsbury-Hall insists. “Definitely not the same mood as what I’ve seen on the outside. There’s a good mentality this year of: ‘We’ll show everyone.’” Everton’s performances so far this season support that view. Continue reading...
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