MUNICH (GERMANY) (ITALPRESS) – Another setback for Manuel Neuer. The Bayern Munich goalkeeper sustained an injury during yesterday’s match away to Mainz (which ended in a 2-1 victory for the Bavarian side), suffering a “partial tear of a tendon in his right foot.” The recovery period for the 40-year-old goalkeeper is estimated at approximately six weeks, meaning he is not expected to return until January 2027—a further injury-related absence for him this season.

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MIAMI (UNITED STATES) (ITALPRESS) – Lionel Messi continues to rewrite the history of American soccer. The Argentine superstar, playing for Inter Miami, has won the MLS Golden Boot for the second consecutive year, becoming the first player in the history of the U.S. league to achieve this feat.

The number 10 finished the regular season with 26 goals in 31 appearances, securing his place as the competition’s top scorer. Trailing him were FC Dallas’s Petar Musa—four goals behind—and Nashville’s English forward Sam Surridge, who finished with 21. This marks Messi’s second consecutive win, making him only the sixth player in MLS history to claim the award twice. Previous winners include former Charlton and Southampton striker Bradley Wright-Phillips.

The Argentine’s season was further bolstered by his playmaking contributions; in addition to his 26 goals, he provided 17 assists, bringing his total involvement in the team’s scoring to 43. This tally also earned him the top spot in that specific statistical category for the second season in a row.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – A shake-up at the helm of the Egyptian national team. The Football Association has decided to dismiss Hossam Hassan, appointing Ali Maher—currently the manager of Ceramica Cleopatra, who sit fourth in the national league—as his replacement.

The 52-year-old new head coach will lead the Pharaohs in their upcoming matches against Malawi, scheduled for November 13 and 17, which serve as qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

Maher takes the role fresh off winning the Egyptian League Cup in the 2024/25 season. Egypt currently sits at the top of Group B with four points, following a draw and a win in their first two matches.

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BARCELONA (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – Barcelona is in the market for a central defender. In recent weeks, Hansi Flick has acknowledged the need for reinforcements in that area due to a high number of injuries—so much so that, with Christensen, Garcia, Koundé, and Espart sidelined, he has had to deploy De Jong out of position. A departure will also be necessary—with Alejandro Balde the most likely candidate—to free up the resources needed to satisfy the manager’s requests.

According to “The Athletic,” while the prospect of signing Alessandro Bastoni has been completely ruled out—due to concerns raised over the summer regarding his suitability for a high, aggressive, four-man defensive line—RB Leipzig’s 23-year-old Frenchman Castello Lukeba remains an option, as does Lisandro Martinez, whose contract with Manchester United is nearing its end.

“Sport” mentions other names, including Fikayo Tomori; initially sidelined by Amorim but later reintegrated, he will also be a free agent at the end of the season, potentially presenting a strong market opportunity. While the AC Milan player would prefer a return to the Premier League, he is reportedly open to other destinations.

Other names include Vitor Reis—who is seeing limited playing time at Manchester City and has prior experience in La Liga from his spell at Girona—and Piero Hincapié, who is not getting the minutes he desires at Arsenal; both could potentially be pursued on loan. A similar situation applies to Lucas Beraldo, though it is unlikely that PSG would strengthen a direct rival in the Champions League. Jonathan Tah of Bayern Munich is also a difficult target, while Jorrel Hato—currently at Chelsea—is also on the radar, with the added versatility of being able to play as a left-back.

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TUNIS (TUNISIA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Tunisian President Kais Saied has criticized previous reforms to the education system, arguing that they did not reflect the popular will but were instead the result of external impositions. He expressed this view during a meeting held on November 6 at the Carthage Palace with the Minister of Education—who also serves as President of the Higher Council for Education and Training—Noureddine Nouri, and the Council’s Secretary-General, Mohamed Ali Boughdiri.

During the meeting, Saied emphasized the role of this constitutional institution in shaping society, asserting that there can be no future for new generations without a national, democratic education system that is accessible to everyone, in every part of the country. The President also referenced the past policy of “draining the sources” [of thought], arguing that it contributed to stifling critical thinking—a phenomenon he believes persists today, exacerbated by the growing influence of social media and the risks of intellectual manipulation.

Saied called for the identification of new methods to develop the education system and for the organization of regular meetings to exchange ideas and proposals, while avoiding past errors and political maneuvering. He further stressed that any foreign models considered for inspiration should only be adopted after listening to Tunisian citizens, who are capable of developing solutions and approaches that could also prove useful to other nations. Particular attention was given to students living in the most remote areas.

The President highlighted the need to ensure the availability of school transportation and to provide all necessary materials for students to continue their education, reiterating that education is a right that must be guaranteed to all on an equal basis, free from any discrimination.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Maltese Finance Minister Clyde Caruana has defended new budget measures targeting third-country nationals (TCNs), reiterating the need to curb population growth and prevent the total number of inhabitants from reaching 800,000.

Starting January 1st, non-EU citizens will be required to pay for childcare services that were previously free.

Fees for the renewal of work permits will also increase. Additionally, monthly contributions of 83 euros for car usage and 33 euros for public transport are being introduced.

These measures have sparked protests from businesses, activists, industry stakeholders, and the Church, all of whom are concerned about the potential for discrimination against foreign workers. The budget also raises the environmental tax on tourist stays.

From January 1st, this levy will increase to 8 euros per day for hotels—capped at 64 euros—and to 10 euros for short-term rentals, up to a maximum of 80 euros. This increase will also apply to Maltese citizens vacationing within the country.

While acknowledging that Malta’s economy relies on its current population size, Caruana ruled out further growth at the pace seen in recent years.

He argued that future development must focus on technology, artificial intelligence, and automation, rather than on expanding the workforce.

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LONDON (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Birmingham could prove to be just a stepping stone.

In his first season with Aston Villa following two years at Parma, Zion Suzuki is showcasing his full potential and demonstrating why PSG and Juventus were already interested in signing him last summer.

According to British website TEAMtalk, the European champions managed by Luis Enrique continue to monitor him closely, alongside Real Madrid, Arsenal, Manchester City, Liverpool and Tottenham.

The 24-year-old Japanese goalkeeper has successfully taken over from Dibu Martinez (now at Chelsea) without feeling the pressure of the role. He has attracted attention for “his ability to operate as a sweeper-keeper and to build play from the back”.

According to the British website, Aston Villa are not concerned about losing their prized asset. Suzuki joined the club from Parma last summer for £30 million (approximately €36 million) and signed a five-year contract.

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CAIRO (EGYPT) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Egypt’s Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources has announced positive results from the drilling of the Nassim-1X natural gas exploration well in the Taiba concession area in the Mediterranean Sea.

The preliminary assessment has identified a gas-bearing formation, with an estimated initial volume of approximately 200 billion cubic feet.

The discovery comes as part of efforts to strengthen research and exploration activities.

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TUNIS (TUNISIA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – The draft budget for the Tunisian National Defense mission for 2027 includes allocations totaling 5,628.249 million dinars—equivalent to approximately 1.68 billion euros—representing a 12% increase over 2026. This was announced by the Minister of National Defense, Khaled Sehili, during a hearing before two joint parliamentary committees.

According to the Minister, investment expenditures will see a 15% increase, accounting for 28% of the total budget. The draft budget aligns with the 2026–2030 Development Plan and the Ministry’s ten-year strategy for 2021–2030, which aims to strengthen the operational readiness and response capabilities of the armed forces against both traditional and non-conventional threats.

During the session, the Minister highlighted the role of the armed forces in combating terrorism, crime, smuggling, and irregular migration, as well as in securing borders and supporting civil authorities, in accordance with legal provisions.

Members of Parliament also addressed issues concerning military training, healthcare, scientific research, digitalization, and the development of the defense industry. Discussions further touched upon the entry into service—on October 15—of the naval vessel “Kairouan,” which parliamentarians cited as a significant achievement for Tunisia in the field of military production.

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ISTANBUL (TURKEY) (ITALPRESS) – Victor Osimhen has undergone surgery on his left knee following an injury sustained during the Champions League match against Stuttgart, which Galatasaray won 2-0.

The Istanbul-based club announced that the former Napoli striker had “undergone surgery” and that his condition “will be monitored through daily assessments, with his treatment continuing under the supervision of our medical staff”.

During the Champions League match against the German side, the Nigerian striker suffered “a hyperextension of his left knee”. He subsequently underwent an MRI scan, which “revealed a loose fragment”.

The surgery was performed today by the club’s doctor, Yener Ince.

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