Haaland withdrawn early
Erling Haaland ended his Norway participation early after signalling for a substitution in the 67th minute of Norway’s 2-1 Nations League defeat to Portugal. Manchester City will carry out medical checks and monitor the striker ahead of the club’s upcoming meeting with Liverpool; it was his earliest competitive exit since June 2022.
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Isak & Gakpo return injured
Alexander Isak left Sweden’s squad with a thigh problem after scoring in his Nations League appearance against Romania, and Cody Gakpo was withdrawn from the Netherlands camp with an ankle issue after suffering the knock in the match with Serbia. Both forwards have returned to Liverpool for club assessment during the international break.
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Havertz muscle concern
Kai Havertz was withdrawn from Germany’s squad with a muscle problem picked up against the Netherlands and has returned to Arsenal. The club has not issued a formal fitness update; media reports during the international break have suggested the forward could be sidelined for roughly four weeks while Arsenal monitor his recovery.
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Brobbey hamstring worry
Brian Brobbey was forced off on Netherlands duty with an apparent hamstring problem. The striker, who had produced a recent eye-catching run — including a Premier League hat-trick and a Player of the Matchweek showing — has returned to his club for assessment, a fitness matter Sunderland will monitor closely ahead of domestic fixtures.
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Yalcouye scores on debut
Brighton midfielder Malick Yalcouye enjoyed a dream debut for Ivory Coast, scoring and winning a penalty in a 2-0 Nations League victory over Ghana. The international breakthrough gives Brighton an encouraging option in midfield as Yalcouye returns to club duties following the international window.
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Kayode shines for Italy
Brentford defender Michael Kayode marked the start of his senior international career by scoring on his Italy debut in a 4-1 win over Turkey and then featuring in Italy’s draw with France. The defender’s early impact on the international stage will be welcome news for Brentford as they prepare to resume Premier League action.
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