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Everything you need to know about the new Real Madrid kits for the 2025-26 season.

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Traditional white base with subtle yellow accents and light grey detailing

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Features a dark navy blue base with sleek silver logos and light-volt accentsInspired by the Santiago Bernabeu’s illuminated exterior at nightAdidas's crest, logo, and sponsor are positioned traditionally

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The jersey arrives in a rich blue hue, accented by crisp white trim

The fabric subtly mimics the contours and shapes of those seats, adding a unique, textured aesthetic

Inside the collar lies Juanito’s immortal 1985 warning to Inter: “90 minuti en el Bernabéu son molto longo.”

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Home Kit

Traditional white base with subtle yellow accents and light grey detailing

Black sponsor and Adidas logos for a strong contrast

Elite Heat.Ready version uses advanced breathable fabric technology for optimal airflow

From

$100

Buy Now!Away

Away Kit

Features a dark navy blue base with sleek silver logos and light-volt accentsInspired by the Santiago Bernabeu’s illuminated exterior at nightAdidas's crest, logo, and sponsor are positioned traditionally

From

$100

Buy Now!Third

Third Kit

The jersey arrives in a rich blue hue, accented by crisp white trim

The fabric subtly mimics the contours and shapes of those seats, adding a unique, textured aesthetic

Inside the collar lies Juanito’s immortal 1985 warning to Inter: “90 minuti en el Bernabéu son molto longo.”

From

$100

Buy Now!Home

Home Kit

Traditional white base with subtle yellow accents and light grey detailing

Black sponsor and Adidas logos for a strong contrast

Elite Heat.Ready version uses advanced breathable fabric technology for optimal airflow

From

$100

Buy Now!Away

Away Kit

Features a dark navy blue base with sleek silver logos and light-volt accentsInspired by the Santiago Bernabeu’s illuminated exterior at nightAdidas's crest, logo, and sponsor are positioned traditionally

From

$100

Buy Now!Third

Third Kit

The jersey arrives in a rich blue hue, accented by crisp white trim

The fabric subtly mimics the contours and shapes of those seats, adding a unique, textured aesthetic

Inside the collar lies Juanito’s immortal 1985 warning to Inter: “90 minuti en el Bernabéu son molto longo.”

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$100

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Over the years, Adidas has rarely missed the mark when crafting kits for Los Blancos, a daunting task given the sky-high expectations surrounding one of football's most iconic clubs. Each season, the challenge remains the same: blend tradition with innovation to deliver a look worthy of Real Madrid's global stature.

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While the club's home shirt continues to lean on its timeless foundation, white base, crest, and black branding, the finer design elements are refreshed each year. The away kits, meanwhile, often serve as a canvas for bolder, more creative expression.

While only the home kit has been officially launched, leaks have already surfaced offering a glimpse of the second and third kits.

So, what will the likes of Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr., Jude Bellingham and Thibaut Courtois be wearing when they feature for the Merengues next season? GOAL brings you everything you need to know.

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Real Madrid have officially launched their new home kit for the 2025-26 season. Adidas has opted for a clean, traditional white base, enhanced by subtle yet stylish yellow accents and light grey detailing. Black is used for the sponsor and manufacturer logos, while a bold yellow stripe runs down each side of the shirt.

The collar and sleeve cuffs feature faint grey striping, with matching grey panels under the arms and along the sides, adding a modern touch to the classic look.

The kit design draws inspiration from two iconic seasons in Madrid's recent history: the 2009–10 campaign, which marked Cristiano Ronaldo's arrival at the Bernabeu, and the 2015–16 season, when the Portuguese star fired home 16 goals in 12 games en route to a Champions League triumph.

The elite Heat.Rdy version of the shirt will showcase Adidas' latest breathable fabric technology, designed to improve airflow and keep players cool during high-intensity matches. In terms of pricing, the home kit is priced at €150 (£125, $170) for the authentic match strip, while the adult stadium version will cost fans €150 (£85, $115).

The team is set to unveil their new home kit for the upcoming season during the FIFA Club World Cup (Get tickets here). Fans will get their first look at the new strip on June 18, when they kick off the tournament with a clash against Al Hilal, doubling as both their opening fixture and the kit's official debut.

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The Real Madrid away kit for 2025-26 was officially unveiled on June 16, 2025.

The kit embraces a striking dark navy blue base, complemented by sleek silver logos and subtle light-volt accents. As with tradition, the crest, Adidas logo, and main sponsor remain in their familiar positions—but this jersey carries a deeper significance beyond its bold colour palette.

More than just a stylish design, the kit serves as a visual tribute to the Santiago Bernabeu's stunning nighttime appearance. Following years of renovation, the Bernabeu now stands as one of the premier football arenas in the world, and Adidas sought to capture its luminous facade in fabric form. The away shirt mirrors the stadium’s glowing exterior lines, which shimmer under the lights in perfect symmetry, using a similarly elegant linear pattern woven into the design.

The kit’s colour scheme evokes memories of Real Madrid's 2012–13 away strip, while design elements like the Tiro 25 template and a standout Teamgeist-style collar add a modern twist with a nod to past classics.

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Real Madrid's 2025-26 third kit is a striking tribute to their iconic home—the Santiago Bernabéu. The jersey arrives in a rich blue hue, accented by crisp white trim, taking inspiration from the newly installed seats at the stadium. The shirt’s fabric subtly mimics the contours and shapes of those seats, adding a unique, textured aesthetic.

Inside the collar, fans will find a legendary phrase etched in club lore: This iconic quote dates back to the 1984-85 UEFA Cup semi-final, when Madrid trailed 2-0 to Inter Milan at the San Siro. After the match, the late Juanito delivered those now-immortal words to an Inter defender, warning of the magic—and mayhem—awaiting in Madrid.

The deep blue color closely echoes the shade worn during the 2013-14 season—when Los Blancos lifted their long-awaited La Décima.

Made by Adidas, the third kit officially hits shelves on August 8, 2025. The standard short-sleeved version is priced at £85 ($115), while the authentic match-day edition will set fans back £120 ($162). A must-have for die-hard Madridistas, this shirt blends heritage, style, and history in every stitch.

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Real Madrid's goalkeeper range has not yet been released or leaked, but as is normal these days, there will be three different goalkeeper kits to go with each outfield kit.

Last year, the colours were blue, green and semi-solar yellow.

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes was impressed by former team-mate Fred's stunner for Fenerbahce in the Champions League.

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Fenerbahce overcame a two-goal deficit to beat Robin van Persie's Feyenoord and move into the Champions League playoffs. Fred was among the scorers on Tuesday, with an impressive long-range strike, as Jose Mourinho's men won 5-2 and advanced 6-4 on aggregate.

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Fred uploaded a video of the goal to his Instagram account after the match, along with the message: "Special atmosphere tonight to book our spot in the next round. All glory to God!" It didn't take long for his former team-mate to respond with a post of his own.

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Fernandes seemed to be watching from home as he reacted on Instagram with the message: "What is this fredericooooooo?"

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Mourinho has now won more European games against Dutch opposition than any other manager in history (11). He has also beaten Feyenoord more often than any other manager in European competition (4 times).

Mohamed Salah has surprisingly claimed that Liverpool are not the "favourites" for the 2025-26 Premier League title. Despite the Reds securing a dramatic 4-2 win over Bournemouth in their opener, Salah has admitted that one of their main rivals has a "really good chance" of beating them to the trophy.

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For Arsenal, who haven’t claimed the Premier League title since their invincible season in 2004, this year marks another critical push for the coveted crown. The club has made significant investments in the transfer market, spending close to £200 million ($270m) to strengthen the squad. With the arrival of Viktor Gyokeres, Arsenal now have the final piece of the puzzle, adding firepower to a squad that finished second in last season’s title race.

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During an interview at the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) awards on Tuesday night, Salah told presenter Cecil Thomas, who is an Arsenal supporter: "I think you have a great team this season as you did last season. So, you have really good chance. I think you are the favourite now because you players who have been together for five years. I can’t say I’ll wish you luck – hopefully we do it again."

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At the PFA awards, Salah was crowned the PFA Players' Player of the Year for a third time, becoming the first man in Premier League history to win the award three times. The 33-year-old forward, who amassed a staggering 29 goals and 18 assists last season, was recognised for one of the greatest individual performances the league has seen.

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Despite Salah’s confidence in Arsenal’s ability, Liverpool are ready to build on their strong start. After securing three points against Bournemouth, Arne Slot’s side will travel to St. James’ Park to face Newcastle United on Monday. Another key match will come the following weekend, when Liverpool return home to face Arsenal at Anfield. This early-season clash could have a significant bearing on the title race with both clubs desperate to make a statement.

Adam Wharton is among the shortlisted candidates to bolster Real Madrid's midfield, with Dani Ceballos likely to join French side Marseille.

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According to a report from , Real Madrid could step up their efforts to sign Wharton from Crystal Palace this summer, especially if Ceballos departs to join Marseille. Per the report, Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso believes that Ceballos' departure will leave the midfield without adequate depth, considering that Jude Bellingham will not return until October and Eduardo Camavinga having been ruled out until mid-September.  

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Wharton is a name that has been regularly linked with Madrid over the past few months, although not with as much intensity. However, the fact that his name has hit the front pages of Spanish newspapers makes one believe that the club really likes the Palace star. Since the departures of Toni Kroos last summer and Luka Modric this summer, the club has been desperate to find a pivot who can orchestrate play from the deep. 

While the arrival of Dean Huijsen and the positional shift of Arda Guler into midfield have offered initial solutions for Alonso, the manager remains intent on bolstering his squad further. Alonso is actively pursuing the signing of a new midfielder, one capable of providing both tactical stability and valuable depth to the team. The issue, however, remains the reported price tag of Wharton. With Rodrygo's departure seemingly unlikely, Los Blancos have second thoughts about Wharton's valuation; indeed, mention that the Eagles would demand €80 million (£69m/$93m) for the 21-year-old, who is tied at Selhurst Park until 2029.    

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Apart from Wharton, AZ Alkmaar's Kees Smit is another player Madrid are keeping a keen eye on. The 19-year-old was one of the stars of the U19 European Championship earlier this summer and would be a relatively much cheaper option, valued at just €25-30m. While he is not the club's priority, he is very much someone the club has on their radar. Indeed, Madrid scouts regularly visit Alkmaar games to monitor the teenage Dutchman.  

If an external solution cannot be found in time, Alonso doesn't rule out counting on academy gem Thiago Pitarch. The recently-turned 18-year-old has surprised the coaching staff and has made it to the squads for the opening two La Liga fixtures after making his unofficial debut for the club in the summer friendly against WSG Tirol two weeks ago. While he is yet to make his competitive debut, Alonso is ready to count on Pitarch if need be.   

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Whether Madrid can sign a new midfielder depends on what happens with Ceballos. The former Real Betis midfielder hinted at his exit after commenting "Last dance" on social media. In recent days, reports suggest that he is closing in on a move to Stade Velodrome, with Marseille head coach Roberto De Zerbi even assuring the 29-year-old that he will be important to his plans this season. However, the finances are proving to be a major stumbling block. Les Olympiens insist on a loan deal with an obligation to buy, while Madrid are adamant on selling him for €15 million. For what it's worth, Alonso has already requested the club not to offload Ceballos. But with the World Cup next year, the central midfielder dreams of a call-up from Spain boss Luis de la Fuente at the marquee event.  

Chelsea have reportedly struck a deal to sign Manchester United outcast Alejandro Garnacho for nearly £40 million.

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According to Fabrizio Romano, Garnacho will join Chelsea for a fee close to £40m ($54m) on a seven-year deal. He adds that the winger only wanted the Blues, and now he is set to move to the Stamford Bridge outfit.

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Chelsea have been interested in the Argentine international since January but that interest has intensified after tensions flared between Garnacho and United head coach Ruben Amorim at the end of last season. It was crystal clear that the 21-year-old did not have a future at the Red Devils after being jettisoned to their 'bomb squad' earlier this summer but now the academy product will head for pastures new. The Blues have secured one of their main targets before the transfer window shuts, and United can pocket a healthy amount of money in their coffers.

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Garnacho, who still has nearly three years left on his United contract, made his Red Devils debut in the 2021-22 season. To date, he has chalked up 144 appearances for the club, scoring 26 goals and adding 22 assists along the way.

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With the summer transfer window set to shut on September 1, it seems Chelsea will secure Garnacho's services before then. It remains to be seen, though, if they will be able to sign their other top target, RB Leipzig's Xavi Simons, before the deadline. Plus, Tottenham are trying to hijack that deal.

After a major boycott saga Robert Lewandowski has been recalled to international duty after resolving his dispute with Poland’s coaching staff.

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Lewandowski has been recalled to the Poland national team by new manager Jan Urban for their upcoming World Cup qualifiers. The Barcelona striker's return marks the end of his self-imposed international exile, which began following a public falling out with former coach Michal Probierz.

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Lewandowski quit the national team after being stripped of the captaincy by Probierz, with the armband subsequently given to Piotr Zielinski. The conflict escalated after the 37-year-old withdrew from a training camp in June, citing fatigue. He later publicly stated he would not play for Poland again until Probierz was no longer the manager. Following the coach's dismissal, Lewandowski has immediately made himself available for selection once more.

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Urban confirmed he had reached out to the prolific striker to facilitate his return, saying: "I'd like us to start training camp with a clean slate. Robert Lewandowski will be the team captain, and he will appear with me at Monday's press conference. I've appointed Piotr Zieliński as vice-captain, and Jan Bednarek will be the third captain. The players have already been informed of this."

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Lewandowski is set to make his international comeback in two crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers in September. Poland will travel to face the Netherlands on September 4 before hosting Finland on September 7. His return provides a significant boost to their hopes of qualifying from a group that also contains Lithuania and Malta.

Lionesses star Alessia Russo has signed a new deal at Arsenal, putting pen to paper on what the club described as 'a long-term contract'.

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Russo joined the Gunners back in 2023, having left Man Utd on a free, and had a career-best season last term which saw her earn a share of the Women's Super League Golden Boot and help fire the club to an incredible Champions League triumph. She was also voted the Football Writers' Player of the Year for her efforts.

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Arsenal fans will be delighted by the news that she has tied her long-term future to the club now, having become a crucial player as the starting centre forward in Renee Slegers' team. If the Gunners are to sustain a serious title charge in the 2025-26 season, the England striker will almost certainly be instrumental.

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"Arsenal feels like home," Russo said upon the announcement. "This is such a special club and it has felt that way to me from the moment I joined two years ago. Playing for Arsenal is an honour and has pushed me to develop and grow as a player, and I feel empowered with this badge on my chest.

"I’m so proud of everything we’ve achieved together as a club, with our supporters driving us forward. But I’m still so hungry for more success, and I know that’s shared by everyone here at the club. I can’t wait to get started this season, starting with this Saturday at Emirates Stadium."

Head coach Slegers added: "Alessia is a really important part of our group and I’m so pleased that she has signed a new deal here. As a striker, Alessia’s goals often take the spotlight, but she brings so much more to our group. She’s a selfless player, working so hard for the team, and she also contributes so much to our team culture. I’m looking forward to striving for more together."

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It's not just been a good year for Russo on the Arsenal front, either. Earlier this summer, she was a key player in England's second successive European Championship triumph, scoring the crucial equaliser in the final against Spain. It helped the Lionesses emerge as champions of Europe once more, just six weeks after Russo had claimed that title in the club game through the Champions League.

After two successful seasons and a good auction, Sunrisers would have counted themselves among the favourites. But how will they cope after losing captain Warner?

Srinath Sripath05-Apr-2018Big pictureNobody, not even the returning Chennai Super Kings, have come close to retaining as sizeable a chunk of their squad as Sunrisers have. Thirteen players – twelve, without the suspended David Warner – from their IPL 2017 squad will be part of the mix again this season, and if indeed an aspect of their game was broke ( wicketkeeping, middle-order batting, David Warner), they seem to have spruced it up with necessary fixes and upgrades. After a title-winning 2016 season, and a playoff exit last year, Sunrisers go into IPL 2018 with one of the strongest squads on paper, with backups at the ready for almost every single role.Squad

Kane Williamson (capt), Shikhar Dhawan, Alex Hales, Manish Pandey, Yusuf Pathan, Deepak Hooda, Shakib Al Hasan, Mohammad Nabi, Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Ricky Bhui, Tanmay Agarwal, Sachin Baby, Carlos Brathwaite, Chris Jordan, Shreevats Goswami (wk), Mehdi Hasan, Bipul Sharma, Rashid Khan, Syed Khaleel Ahmed, T Natarajan, Sandeep Sharma, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Siddarth Kaul, Basil Thampi, Billy Stanlake
Where they finished in 2017: Fourth place
Will they make the playoffs? Despite Warner’s absence, they should have enough legs to make the top four once again.

By many counts, Sunrisers did some of the most astute business at the auction. They retained their two indispensable assets, Warner and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, saved a few crores while reacquiring Afghanistan wristspinner Rashid Khan, and got back most of their core without getting into manic bidding wars. Wriddhiman Saha’s acquisition offers them a safer pair of hands and useful runs, Manish Pandey and Yusuf Pathan have been brought in to shore up a flagging middle order, while snapping up the consistent Sandeep Sharma’s services for INR 3 Crore ($0.47 million) was somewhat of a steal. That’s most boxes ticked, especially when you consider how much tinkering big auctions force upon franchises.The biggest question facing them is how they will cope with Warner’s absence. He has been replaced by Kane Williamson as captain, and by the big-hitting Alex Hales at the top of the order. Three seasons on after being signed up by Sunrisers, Williamson has only played 15 games, his steady batting often proving superfluous to their requirements. How he fares with the bat in the absence of the run-machine Warner will be key to their fortunes.The good
In Warner’s absence, bowling is clearly Sunrisers’ stronger suit. They arguably have the best Powerplay bowling combination in Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Sandeep Sharma, who have a combined economy rate of 6.47 over the past three seasons while picking up a wicket every 25 balls. Bhuvneshwar’s excellence extends to death bowling, where his accuracy has won tight games in recent times.Joining forces with them will be Rashid Khan, whose value more than doubled after a breakout debut season, in which he derailed many an innings in the middle overs with his befuddling variations. An economy rate of 6.35 in this phase with a wicket every 20 balls, every franchise think-tank would tell you, is gold dust. They also have Shakib Al Hasan and Mohammad Nabi in their ranks, two allrounders who could be tasked with the specialist middle-overs run-choker’s role: Shakib concedes 7.03 per over in this phase, while Nabi, albeit on a limited sample size, proved effective last season. Overall, it looks a bowling attack with horses for every possible course.The badYou guessed it: Warner’s absence and the near-impossible task of replacing him. As the dashing half of Sunrisers’ opening partnership with Shikhar Dhawan (Warner’s SR since 2015: 149.59, Dhawan’s 122.18), Warner raced off the blocks, made up for sedate partners when needed, and bossed chases like no other opener has in recent times: he averages a mighty 64.30 while chasing targets over the past three seasons. He has been replaced by Hales, who has remarkably not played a single IPL game yet, and comes with a T20 strike rate of 154.03 since 2015, the fourth-highest among openers.While Hales’ hitting abilities are well-known, he is nowhere close to as prolific a run-scorer as Warner, who averages an incredible 53.97 over the past three IPL seasons, with a fifty-plus score almost every second game. The other option would be for Kane Williamson to open with Dhawan, which could well see the latter forced into playing a far more adventurous role, shades of which have been visible in his recent performances for India. The overseas question Captain Williamson and Rashid Khan should pick themselves, while Alex Hales should finally get his long-pending IPL debut in the first few games. The fourth spot is open for all kinds of debate, between three allrounders – the fingerspin duo of Shakib and Nabi, and the seam-bowling big-hitting option in Carlos Brathwaite. Nabi played just three games in IPL 2017, and all three of them could be rotated through the season on the basis of form and conditions. They also have Stanlake and Chris Jordan in the mix, but given their array of domestic seam-bowling options, it is hard to see them get a look-in, at least in the first few games. The planSunrisers could shift from the win-toss, bowl-first mindset that is now the norm in T20 cricket. Among sides that have played in each of the past three seasons, they have been the most successful side while defending totals, winning 16 of their 27 games, and a strengthened bowling attack is only likely to improve on that. Not a single T20 game has been played at the Rajiv Gandhi International stadium since the last IPL – India’s game against Australia was washed out – and how the pitch will play is anyone’s guess. With the variety and depth of bowling options at their disposal, they would back themselves to succeed irrespective of the conditions on offer.Possible starting XI: 1 Shikhar Dhawan, 2 Alex Hales, 3 Kane Williamson (c), 4 Manish Pandey, 5 Deepak Hooda, 6 Shakib Al Hasan, 7 Wriddhiman Saha (wk), 8 Bhuvneshwar Kumar, 9 Rashid Khan, 10 Sandeep Sharma, 11 Siddarth Kaul/Basil Thampi The brainsTom Moody (head coach), Simon Helmot (assistant coach), Muttiah Muralitharan (bowling coach), VVS Laxman (mentor)

With Mitchell injured, Josh Clarkson is set to make his T20I debut in the three-match home series against Australia

Deivarayan Muthu13-Feb-2024Trent Boult is back in New Zealand’s squad as they prepare for the T20 World Cup with a three-match T20I series at home against Australia, which begins on February 21 in Wellington.The left-arm seamer, though, has been picked for only the second and third T20Is. He is currently with MI Emirates in UAE’s ILT20 league, where his franchise has made it to the knockouts. Should MI Emirates make Saturday’s final, Boult will only have a six-day break before he lines up for New Zealand in the second T20I in Auckland.Boult has not played for New Zealand since the 2023 ODI World Cup semi-final in Mumbai, where New Zealand lost to India. He then linked up with Deccan Gladiators for the Abu Dhabi T10 league before joining MI Emirates. This will be his first T20I appearance since New Zealand’s T20 World Cup semi-final defeat against Pakistan in November 2022.Boult’s return is a significant boost to a New Zealand side that will be without its regular captain Kane Williamson, who is on paternity leave, and premier allrounder Daryl Mitchell, who is undergoing rehab for a long-term foot injury. Mitchell has been carrying the injury for around six to seven months and is giving himself the best chance of recovering for the two-match Test series against Australia, which begins on February 29, also in Wellington.Related

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Mitchell’s injury-enforced absence opens up a potential debut for Central Districts’ big-hitting allrounder Josh Clarkson. Clarkson has played three ODIs for New Zealand so far, but is uncapped in T20Is. Since 2020, Clarkson has had a strike rate of 160.07 in the Super Smash, New Zealand’s premier domestic T20 tournament, the highest among all batters who have played more than 30 innings during this period.Clarkson, 27, hurt his shoulder during the most recent Super Smash, but the injury wasn’t as serious as initially feared and he returned to action for Central Districts in the 50-over Ford Trophy, where he also pitched in with the ball.”It’s been pretty crazy really,” Clarkson said, reacting to his T20I call-up. “Pretty crazy to be called up for the Bangladesh series and then now [for] the T20I series against the Aussies…it’s a pretty special feeling.”Growing up, Aussies are usually the pinnacle and the way they go about their game is sort of something that I try to imitate in my game. But yeah, pretty special feeling for myself and my family as well. I rang the old man yesterday and he’s in shock. He’s already booked his flight.”New Zealand selection manager Sam Wells was also impressed by Clarkson’s bowling in the ODIs against Bangladesh in December. On his international debut in a rain-hit game in Dunedin, Clarkson came away with 2 for 24 in his four overs.”Josh hits the ball as long and as hard as anyone and we were encouraged by his performances with the ball in his maiden ODI series against Bangladesh before Christmas,” Wells said.Josh Clarkson is in line for a T20I debut•Getty ImagesJimmy Neesham, who is currently with Rangpur Riders in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), and Michael Bracewell, who is recovering from a finger injury, were unavailable for selection. Mitchell Santner, who will captain the team in place of Williamson, Rachin Ravindra and Glenn Phillips are the spin-bowling allrounders in the squad.Tim Southee has been picked for only for the opening T20I as New Zealand manage his workload between the South Africa and Australia Test series. Lockie Ferguson, who missed the Super Smash final for Auckland with injury, is fit again, so he replaces young tearaway Ben Sears.Ferguson will have a chance to prove his fitness and form when he turns out for Auckland in the Ford Trophy this Sunday before he joins the New Zealand set-up on Monday in Wellington. Matt Henry retained his place in the side after impressing against Pakistan in January.Wells said that that the T20I series against a strong Australia team will tune New Zealand up for the World Cup, which begins in June in the USA and the West Indies.”Facing Australia is always special for a New Zealand side and even more so when it’s at home in front of a big Kiwi crowd,” he said. “Australia has named a strong squad which is packed with power and match-winners, so it promises to be an entertaining series. With a T20 World Cup just around the corner in June, the series should provide a good gauge of where the sides are at.”The first T20I will be played at Sky Stadium in Wellington before Australia and New Zealand will move to Eden Park in Auckland for the last two games.New Zealand squad for Australia T20Is
Mitchell Santner (capt), Finn Allen, Trent Boult (second and third T20Is), Mark Chapman, Josh Clarkson, Devon Conway (wk), Lockie Ferguson, Adam Milne, Matt Henry, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Seifert (wk), Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee (first T20I only)

Sporting CP ace Viktor Gyokeres is one step closer to an Arsenal transfer after being pictured in a private jet ahead of a reported medical in London.

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According to Fabrizio Romano, Gyokeres and his agent, Hasan Cetinkaya, are heading to the English capital to complete a medical ahead of a move to Arsenal. He adds that the Swede 'only' had his eyes on a Gunners switch.

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Arsenal have already agreed on a £64 million (€73.8m/$86.3m) deal for the 27-year-old, and now the last pieces of the puzzle are coming together. The Gunners have, arguably, been in desperate need of an out-and-out number nine, and now they are seemingly set to sign this prolific striker in a statement signing.

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Since swapping Coventry City for Sporting in the summer of 2023, the former Brighton man has scored a remarkable 97 goals in 102 appearances for the Portuguese giants. In that time, the ex-Swansea City loanee has won two Primeira Liga titles and one Taca de Portugal.

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It seems just a matter of time before Gyokeres, who is reportedly set to sign a five-year deal at the Emirates, will be unveiled as an Arsenal player. He could make his full debut for the club in their Premier League season opener against Manchester United at Old Trafford on August 17.