The Independent relies on support to cover important stories, from reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, with a commitment to factual reporting and analysis. Manchester City’s Pep Guardiola remains undecided on whether striker Erling Haaland will play in the FA Cup match against Salford, who are looking to boost their profile under the ownership of Manchester United’s ‘Class of 92’. Guardiola, who has lived in Salford for eight years, is impressed by Salford’s ambitions and remains tight-lipped on potential January transfers.
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Maxence Lacroix: ‘One day I will be in the France team – but right now I want to win this Cup’
Maxence Lacroix, the Crystal Palace defender, views the upcoming FA Cup semi-final against Aston Villa as just another match, though his mother feels more stressed. Growing up in Ajat, Lacroix transitioned from the Clairefontaine academy to professional football in Germany before joining Palace, where he has become a key player under Oliver Glasner. With aspirations of joining the national team, Lacroix emphasizes the importance of team spirit and shared Christian values among teammates, fostering unity...
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