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The World Cup is weeks away and two of the planet's most populated nations may not get to watch a single match. Broadcasters in India and China, covering a combined two point eight billion people, have yet to secure broadcast rights for the forty-eight team tournament, which kicks off June eleventh with Mexico hosting South Africa at the Azteca. FIFA has a serious problem on its hands.
Across the Atlantic, Chelsea are reportedly entering the race to sign Bologna forward Jonathan Rowe, and honestly it fits the pattern at Stamford Bridge — a club that's always chasing the next fix. Rowe brings pace and directness, qualities Chelsea's attack has been crying out for, and Bologna won't make it easy, but Chelsea rarely let that slow them down.
And in Liverpool, Arne Slot is pushing back on the sack talk with quiet confidence. The Dutchman says he has every reason to believe he'll be in the dugout next season, pointing to active conversations with club leadership about summer planning. It's been a disappointing campaign, but Slot seems settled, and Liverpool appear to be keeping the faith.
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