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Tottenham star Rodrigo Bentancur suffered a scary looking injury during the 1-0 win against Liverpool on Wednesday night.
The Reds were handed only their 2nd defeat of the season by Ange Postecoglou’s side. It was a much more balanced display from Ange Postecoglou’s side who has often been slammed for not showing adaptability to his otherwise intense attacking minded approach to games.
The Reds took full advantage of Spurs’ attacking setup during their 6-3 win, however, this time, they struggled to break Tottenham.
In fact, they limited Liverpool to few chances, with the likes of Archie Gray, Radu Dragusin, and specially new signing Antonin Kinsky putting in massive performances.
Lucas Bergvall’s rather controversial goal in the dying minutes of the game ended up being the only goal of the match, giving Spurs a goal advantage in the tie.
Rodrigo Bentancur was involved in a scary incident early in the game as he collapsed to the ground during a corner. He was put on oxygen and later taken to the hospital.
Many speculated that he suffered a stroke but Ange Postecoglou has now confirmed that the Uruguayan suffered a concussion.
Rodrigo Bentancur injury not as bad but will miss next few games
Speaking about Bentancur’s injury, club insider and owner of Lilywhite Rose John Wenham has now claimed that he will miss the next couple of fixtures for Tottenham.
He told Tottenham News:
“Everybody was obviously fearing the worst. However, it sounds like it was just a concussion, which means he will only miss the next couple of fixtures.
“It was disappointing to see Bentancur forced off because Spurs started that game really well, and Bentancur was quite a key part of that. After he went off, Liverpool got a bit of control.
“However, great news that he is better, and we obviously look forward to welcoming him back.”
Bentancur’s time at Tottenham has been marred with injuries with the player missing a whopping 42 games through injuries since February 2023.
This season, he has missed 8 games so far, but all due to suspensions. He was handed a 7 game ban by the FA for racism joke about teammate Heung-min Son while he was handed a one game ban for accumulating the 5 yellow cards.
With him set to miss out the next few games, one can expect him to return for the game against Leicester City if he is given the clearance.
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Coach flips script for aspiring USMNT players
Go to Europe. That's long been the refrain for any American soccer player hoping to make his debut with the U.S. Men's National Team. Go to Europe, sign with a recognizable club in a recognizable league, train with a top coach and don't worry about whether or not you're a consistent starter. Trust that the allure of your European bonafides will charm the USMNT and lock in your call-up. That advice doesn't fly anymore. USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino, himself a veteran of the European club system, has flipped the script on how American players can best prepare to represent their country. Named USMNT coach in August 2024, Pochettino is not blinded by the shine of big-name clubs. He's interested in one thing and one thing only: regular, strong performances, no matter where in the world his USMNT candidates are based. "For me, the most important factor is how they are performing in their club," said Pochettino, per Lizzy Becherano of ESPN.com. Pochettino's new USMNT mindset of club minutes over club reputation has led to a seismic shift in the development path of young American players. Instead of fleeing the U.S. — and, by extension, Major League Soccer — in favor of Europe, many top American prospects are staying put. They're dedicating the prime of their careers to MLS because they know the league will give them what Pochettino wants to see: consistent, dedicated playing time. No young USMNT player exemplifies this shift more than Real Salt Lake's Diego Luna. The 21-year-old attacker made his mark on the USMNT with gritty, technically gifted performances in 2025, catching the eye of several European clubs in the process. But while playing in Europe remains a goal for Luna, he's not interested in sacrificing his playing time just to get a big-name club on his resume. He's listening to Pochettino and staying in Salt Lake. "When it comes to moving clubs, the No. 1 thing is playing time," Luna told The Athletic. "You gotta play. You gotta perform. You gotta be 90-minute, 120-minute match fit. Your touch has got to be on, your confidence has to be up. “When it comes to moving teams with such a small amount of time coming into the World Cup, it’s difficult. You don’t know where you’re going to play, when you’re going to break through, how you’re going to make it work, or if it’s just going to stall for six, eight months. You don’t know if you have that type of time right now." Luna isn't alone in his feelings. His USMNT teammate Matt Turner, a player who went to Europe earlier in his career to break into the USMNT, returned to MLS to play more regularly. "I need to find my form leading into the World Cup," Turner said of the move, per MLS.com. "I think this is a really important opportunity." Pochettino's belief in consistent playing time has quietly become one of MLS's biggest boons in 2025. Bringing in star athletes like Lionel Messi and Son Heung-min is good for the league, but retaining top American talent is even better. With Luna and Turner sticking around, alongside San Diego's Luca de la Torre, Charlotte's Tim Ream, Cincinnati's Miles Robinson and NYCFC's Matt Freese, keeping American stars in American soccer without sacrificing their international development is finally a reality. The USMNT will return to action on Sep. 6 to play South Korea in an international friendly. Many of Pochettino's MLS-based players are expected to make the roster.
The Lakers could have another undrafted gem on their hands
In a summer dominated by LeBron James and Luka Doncic headlines, the Los Angeles Lakers may have quietly struck gold once again in the UDFA market, this time with former Villanova standout Eric Dixon. After initially agreeing to a two-way contract following the 2024–25 NBA Draft, Dixon’s path to the professional ranks was temporarily delayed due to injury, forcing him to miss Summer League. The Lakers, however, remained invested in the 24-year-old forward, eventually signing him to an Exhibit 10 deal, a move that keeps him in the pipeline and positions him as a potential breakout candidate through the G League. Dixon brings one of the most decorated resumes in college basketball. The 6-foot-8, 255-pound forward led all Division I scorers last season, averaging 23.3 points per game while shooting an impressive 40.7% from beyond the arc on 7.2 attempts per contest, a remarkable transformation for a player once seen as a traditional low-post presence. He concluded his five-year career at Villanova as the school’s all-time leading scorer, finishing with 2,314 points and etching his name into Big East history. While concerns around his age and lateral quickness may have contributed to him being passed over in the draft, Dixon’s refined skill set and ability to stretch the floor make him a strong fit in today’s NBA. He delivered in big moments throughout the season, including a 38-point outburst against Maryland on Nov. 11, and consistently carried the offensive load for the Wildcats. With his Exhibit 10 deal, Dixon is expected to begin the season with the South Bay Lakers, where he’ll aim to prove he’s healthy and ready to make an immediate impact. If he performs as expected, a return to a two-way contract, and possibly NBA minutes, could be on the horizon. The Lakers have developed a reputation for identifying and nurturing overlooked talent, with Austin Reaves and Alex Caruso emerging as prime examples. Dixon, with his offensive versatility and physical readiness, could be next in line. In a loaded Western Conference, unearthing low-cost contributors is more important than ever. Dixon might just be the next hidden gem to emerge from the Lakers’ development pipeline.
Steelers Now Have A Surefire Solution To End Cam Heyward's Hold-In
The Pittsburgh Steelers got hit with quite a bit of interesting news on Thursday. It started when NFL insider Adam Schefter reported that veteran defensive lineman Cam Heyward was staging a hold-in, attending training camp but not fully participating as he seeks a new contract. Not long after that, kicker Chris Boswell was also reported to be interested in a new deal, adding another contract situation to the team’s growing list of concerns. As for Heyward, Steelers insider Mark Kaboly quickly suggested a possible solution that could effectively end the hold-in without requiring a full contract extension. Kaboly proposed the idea of adding incentives to Heyward’s existing deal, which would reward performance while avoiding a long-term financial commitment. He believes this compromise would allow the Steelers to show respect for Heyward’s contributions while keeping the team’s salary cap in check. Kaboly explained that the Steelers used a similar approach in 2016 with star wide receiver Antonio Brown. At the time, Brown was also seeking a new deal, and instead of offering an extension, the team added incentives to his contract to keep him satisfied for the season. The move kept Brown on the field and productive, and Kaboly believes this method could work just as well for Heyward, helping resolve the situation without complicating the team’s financial outlook. "Steelers don't restructure contracts until a year out, but Cam Heyward has 2 years remaining on his deal," Kaboly posted on his social media. "Here is the kicker and this is what I would use if I were Heyward: The Steelers worked some funny math with Antonio Brown in 2016 to get him a $4 million raise." Heyward just received a new deal ahead of the 2024 season. Now, Kaboly is pointing out that with two years remaining on his contract, the Steelers typically don’t restructure deals until there’s only one year left. However, Kaboly believes that if the team follows the same approach they used with Brown, it could help resolve Heyward’s situation. "They moved $4 million of AB's 2017 money to 2016, then tore up the contract in 2017 and made him the highest-paid WR in the NFL," Kaboly said. "AB got a $4 million raise, and the Steelers were able to keep their long-standing policy intact." Both sides could technically come out ahead with this approach. The money was going to Heyward anyway, but by advancing a portion of it to this year, he gets earlier financial recognition without requiring a full extension. Then, when the time comes to negotiate a new deal, both parties can do so in good faith, working toward a contract that makes sense for everyone involved. For now, moving some money forward would be a clear sign of appreciation for Heyward’s contributions and an acknowledgment of how the market has shifted for elite defensive linemen. It would also allow the Steelers to maintain their long-standing policy of waiting until a player enters the final year of his contract before negotiating an extension. Ultimately, it’s a short-term financial gesture that builds trust and buys time for a more permanent solution. Steelers And Cam Heyward Both Could Come Out As Winners This approach not only benefits Heyward financially in the short term but also helps preserve the relationship between the player and the organization. It shows the Steelers value his contributions and want to keep him motivated without rushing into long-term decisions prematurely. By handling things this way, the team retains flexibility in managing their salary cap and future roster moves. It also avoids the potential pitfalls of a large extension that might limit options later. For Heyward, it offers a sense of security and respect while keeping open the door for a more comprehensive agreement when the time is right.
Colts lose impressive rookie for the season due to devasting injury
Justin Walley had impressed during the offseason program and into training camp, pushing hard to start alongside Kenny Moore and Charvarius Ward. A major injury will change the Indianapolis cornerback equation. The Colts third-round rookie suffered an ACL tear. Shane Steichen confirmed postgame, via the Indianapolis Star’s Nate Atkins. This comes shortly after the third-year Colts HC confirmed Anthony Richardson had suffered a dislocated finger. Initially coming up as an option in the slot behind Moore, Walley made an offseason leap to the point he was being given real consideration to beating out JuJu Brents and Jaylon Jones for the Colts’ boundary spot opposite Ward. The Colts have experienced issues at outside corner for multiple seasons, and this development thins their latest competition. Brents has experienced frequent injury trouble since being drafted in the 2023 second round, missing 23 games. This included a 15-game absence last season, altering the Colts’ CB plans early. Walley’s setback comes as both Brents and Jones — a regular CB starter over the past two seasons — had missed camp time because of hamstring issues. The Colts chose Walley 80th overall in April, further augmenting a position group bolstered by winning the Ward free agency derby. GM Chris Ballard followed through on his stripe-changing proclamation by handing both Ward and safety Camryn Bynum big-ticket deals on Day 1 of free agency. Moore is already tied to a three-year, $30M deal. This still left one spot open at corner, and Walley had regularly mixed in with the first team — to the point he may have been moving ahead of Brents and Jones in the competition. A Minnesota alum, Walley intercepted seven passes in four seasons with the Big Ten program. The 5-foot-11 corner returned an INT for a touchdown last season and blocked two kicks, earning second-team All-Big Ten acclaim. Walley’s rookie contract runs through 2028, but this injury will impact his time spent to claim a 2026 starting job, as a lengthy rehab odyssey is on tap.
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