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Northern Ireland will face four Nations League games in 11 days later this month with injuries, summer switches and individual form all making for an interesting selection when Michael O'Neill names his panel on Tuesday.
The Ballon d’Or debate has taken a more personal turn, with Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal making their respective cases for the prize after both emerged as leading contenders among the 30 nominees ...
The former FC Bayern coach has some work to do with England.
The Santiago Bernabeu has emerged as the leading candidate to host the 2030 World Cup final, potentially bringing the biggest match in international football to Real Madrid’s home.The 2030 edition i...
Atlético Madrid won 3-0 away to Real Sociedad at Anoeta, with Alejandro Grimaldo’s penalty, Jonathan David’s first Atlético goal and a late strike from Giuliano Simeone settling a contest that h...
Real Madrid have started very well under Jose Mourinho, securing victories in five of their six games so far, with the Real Betis game the only exception.The Portuguese tactician has done a very good ...
'Mbappe and I are the two best in the world,' Yamal says before claiming he'd deserve to win the prestigious award.
Sebastien Pocognoli will name his first Scotland squad on Tuesday, but what can we expect? Will the new head coach use this clean slate as time to call upon new names? BBC Sport Scotland takes a look at the potential candidates...
Christian Pulisic's time at Milan has strengthened the argument that his most productive years may still be ahead of him. After the expectations and
IAN LADYMAN: If Enzo Maresca is lucky we will one day look back and ask when it was we finally felt he had truly taken hold of Pep Guardiola's Manchester City and claimed it as his own.
FC Bayern should feel good about its transfer window gail per Kevin Hatchard.
FC Bayern probably won’t make a big splash in January.
Real Madrid loanee Franco Mastantuono has become the youngest Argentine to score a hat-trick in a top European league, breaking a record held by Lionel Mes Read More: https://punchng.com/madrid-loanee-mastantuono-breaks-messis-record-with-serie-a-hat-trick/
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LEIPZIG (Bulinews): A changing of the guard took place in goal for RB Leipzig ahead of this season, with club legend Peter Gulácsi leaving for Villarreal CF and handing the torch to Maarten Vandevoo...
Harry Kane and Lamine Yamal star again, while Ruben Amorim masterminds a comeback for Milan. Adam Bate picks out the big stories from the continent in the <strong>Euro Debrief</strong>, a <em>Sky Sports</em> column focusing on the major European leagues and m…
Discover the best locations and communities in Chicago for watching soccer, including early kickoffs and World Cup parties. This guide provides insights into where and how Chicagoans embrace the sport.
In short, he said they lack confidence. Overthinking has crept in. The weight of recent history is pressing them down and, like a golfer with the yips, they find themselves unable to pull the trigger.
Sept 13 : Austria midfielder Marcel Sabitzer will take a break from the national team and not be available for this year’s Nations League group matches, the country's football association (OFB) said on Sunday.The 32-year-old Borussia Dortmund player, who has …
Real Madrid boast one of the best goalkeepers in world football in the form of Thibaut Courtois. However, the Belgian is already 34 and his current contract at the club expires at the end of the seaso...
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Diego Moreira admits he needed a little more time to adapt to Serie A and Milan after scoring twice against Lazio, but Mario Gila confessed their ‘first half was honestly disastrous.’
USL Dunkerque, currently playing in Ligue 2, officially announced the signing of M’Baye Niang (31) this Saturday.A free agent since leaving Turkish club Gençlerbirliği SK – for whom he made 27 a...
Danish FA President Jesper Moller has renewed calls for FIFA President Gianni Infantino to step down, citing FIFA's refusal to answer 'critical questions' regarding its abandoned proposal to sell commercial stakes in tournaments.
The defining topic of Saturday’s football action was definitely the major crisis and nightmare start of Borussia Mönchengladbach, which was completed in brutal fashion this afternoon with a 0–5 t...
1 Manchester United completed their much-hyped midfield rebuild in the summer, bringing in three new faces to the club.Youri Tielemans has slowly started to hit his stride, while Andrey Santos impress...
A new global transfer spending study has placed Al-Hilal above some of Europe’s biggest clubs, underlining just how aggressively Saudi Arabia’s leading clubs have invested since the league entered a new era. Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr has established itsel…
Kylian Mbappé scored twice in a jittery Real Madrid victory in La Liga while Christian Pulisic played his first game since the World Cup and helped AC Milan rally for a draw in Serie A on Saturday. Liverpool and Chelsea dropped more points in the Premier Leag…
Celtic boss Martin O'Neill admits VAR will always be a problem in Scottish football unless clubs are willing to stump up the cash for more cameras.
A furious Mikel Arteta hit out at a penalty given against Arsenal in the Premier League champion's 2-0 win against Sunderland on Saturday, saying such decisions could change the course of the season. Sunderland was awarded a spot kick in the second half at th…
Zidane's expansive squad selection signals a strategic overhaul, potentially reshaping France's football dynamics for upcoming tournaments. The post Zinedine Zidane names 50 players in preliminary squad for France appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Kylian Mbappe has once again endorsed himself for the Ballon d’Or, stating that nobody enjoyed a better individual season than him, while also offering high praise for Barcelona sensation Lamine Yam...
Real Madrid are preparing to face Rayo Vallecano in La Liga, and Kylian Mbappe will be hoping to continue his good start to the season.The Frenchman has scored five goals in five games across all comp...
1Former Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata has made a significant decision in his career.United careerThe Spaniard enjoyed great success in his career before joining Manchester United, winning the...
A Spanish midfielder could be the next midfielder walking through the doors at Liverpool. Andoni Iraola hasn't ignited a Spanish revolution at Anfield just yet. It's not been quite like Rafa Benitez, ...
We look at Enzo Maresca’s takeover in Guardiola’s shadow, shifting dynamics in women’s soccer and Raphinha’s incredible form at Barcelona
The FC Bayern star could bring home the trophy.
Atlético Madrid’s refusal to let Julián Álvarez leave for Barcelona has apparently pushed FIFA into rewriting one of its core transfer regulations. MARCA report that FIFA will modify Article 17 o...
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NATHAN SALT: While Martinez accepts that confidence has shot up as a result of exploits in Europe, hosting City on Sunday is not a task anyone can take lightly.
Christian Pulisic hasn't played for AC Milan yet, and is not happy about that fact.
Fiorentina sporting director Fabio Paratici has explained why the club took the decision to part ways with head coach Fabio Grosso after just three league
Unflappable midfielder takes centre stage after World Cup heartache as Red Devils prepare for derby showdown
Christian Pulisic has yet to play a competitive minute under new AC Milan manager Ruben Amorim this season leading to frustration for the U.S. Men’s National Team star. Pulisic got a delayed start to Rossoneri preseason training after suffering a microfractur…
Eberl believes talks should not take too long…but is that quantifiable for fans?
The brass at La Liga giants Real Madrid are ready to offer a significant salary increase to midfield standout Jude Bellingham. This comes as Florentino Pérez and co. prepare to ramp up efforts to tie...
Cruzeiro announced this Friday (11) the arrival of left-back Matías Viña.Flamengo have loaned the Uruguayan until the end of the current season.According to ge and journalist Venê Casagrande, the d...
Joao Pedro was named Premier League player of the month for August after a superb start to the season for Chelsea; Xabi Alonso compared him to Karim Benzema and Erling Haaland ahead of Saturday's meeting with Hull at Stamford Bridge
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso says striker Joao Pedro is similar stylistically to his former Real Madrid team-mate Karim Benzema and is at a comparable level to Manchester City's Erling Haaland.
Rennes and Sevilla maintained their promising starts in Ligue 1 and La Liga, Fiorentina got its first win in Serie A, and Schalke beat Union Berlin 3-1 in a Bundesliga match where the referee was replaced on Friday. Both teams had just one point after their f…
Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé has this week revealed his appreciation for the talents of Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal.Attackers Mbappé and Lamine have of course continued to dominate the headli...
Arsenal have reportedly hired a consultancy firm to conduct a cost review of the club's non-footballing operations, with CEO Richard Garlick believed to be playing a key role
Kylian Mbappé ended last season without any titles.But the Real Madrid French forward still finished as top scorer in three competitions: the World Cup, the Champions League, and the Spanish league.H...
Sept 11 : Kylian Mbappe said he still believed he was worthy of the Ballon d'Or award despite failing to win any silverware with Real Madrid during the season, while France's World Cup campaign ended with a semi-final defeat by Spain.In an interview with Fran…
The teenager is the ‘most impressive talent there is at the moment.’
He spoke before playing Rayo Vallecano
An in-depth look at Chicago Fire FC's recent roster moves, including the signing of Philip Zinckernagel and the promotion of academy players to Chicago Fire FC II.
Explore the vibrant soccer fan culture in Chicago, from local watch parties to supporters' groups, and discover where to catch the next big match.
Harry Kane left the Premier League in a blockbuster move in 2023 when he departed Tottenham Hotspur for Bayern Munich in a €95 million transfer. Since then, the 33-year-old has continued making history in European soccer.In his first season with Bayern Munich…
The sports newspaper front pages this September 11 are packed with big names, continental surprises, and tensions handled in global boardrooms. Barcelona’s takeoff, Como’s European debut, and the ...
LaLiga’s economic developments and the geopolitical race to host the 2030 World Cup final headline a day packed with football news.While Real Madrid is smashing spending records and FC Barcelona is ...
According to information provided exclusively to Barça Universal by journalist Adrian Sanchez, Hansi Flick is planning to keep Rodri and Pedri together in Barcelona’s midfield this season, even aft...
Liverpool had a lot of decisions to make over the summer. The Anfield outfit knew that they need to make many changes to their ranks after their below-par performances last term.Indeed, a lot of this ...
2Manchester United convincingly beat Sabah 4-0 in their return to the Champions League last night at Old Trafford.Impressive resultThe match started a little slowly for the Red Devils, but they found ...
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher believes there is something uniquely special about Barcelona winning the Champions League while staying true to the footballing identity that has defined the club for ...
UEFA urges US court to deny FIFA subsidiaries' bid to join Gianni Infantino discovery fight as president battle rumbles.
Barcelona’s interest in Julian Alvarez created plenty of tension with Atletico Madrid, with the Spanish club convinced that Barça had played a role in the Argentine making his desire to leave publi...
Newcastle United defender Lewis Hall signs a new contract with the club that runs until 2031.
Spanish World Cup winner Juan Mata has opted against playing another season with Melbourne Victory but will remain at the club in an ownership role. Read More: https://punchng.com/world-cup-winner-juan-mata-hangs-up-boots-at-melbourne-victory/
1Manchester United spent over £150 million to refurbish their midfield this summer after securing qualification for the Champions League. The Red Devils parted ways with Casemiro over the summer and ...
The Asturian midfielder Juan Mata has officially confirmed that he will no longer wear the Melbourne Victory shirt. After a single but spectacular season in Australia’s A-League, the veteran footbal...
Throughout last season and the summer transfer window, Liverpool had a lot of decisions to make about their squad. Andoni Iraola was appointed as the Reds' new boss and, while people were excited to s...
It’s matchday three in the Bundesliga, and the table is still in the brilliant early stages where the current top four are Augsburg, Freiburg, Borussia Dortmund, and Elversberg – what a fantastic ...
FC Barcelona is ready to offer a new number nine a contract, as indicated by Sporting Director Deco while speaking on the RAC1 radio station.
Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala celebrated his comeback to the starting line-up with a goal following a difficult period. "I haven't felt the way I did today in quite a while," the player said after the 5-0 win against Bodø/Glimt in their Champions Lea…
Sept 11 : Colombia midfielder James Rodriguez has returned to play in his homeland for the first time since leaving as a teenager, joining Atletico Nacional on a free transfer, the club said.The 35-year-old, who most recently played for Minnesota United in Ma…
Brazilian forward Endrick has yet to make an appearance for Real Madrid this season, which is already stirring movement behind the scenes at the Spanish club.According to The Athletic, the player's fu...
UEFA is seeking evidence in a US court for a potential Swiss criminal case against FIFA President Gianni Infantino concerning his abandoned World Cup commercial-rights plan.
Van Dijk awaits Netherlands call as Xavi weighs up captain’s roleVirgil van Dijk remains central to the conversation as the Netherlands prepare for their first squad announcement under Xavi. For Liv...
NATHAN SALT AT OLD TRAFFORD: While Martinez accepts that confidence has shot up as a result of exploits in Europe, hosting City on Sunday is not a task anyone can take lightly.
The Bernabéu should host the grand final of the 2030 World Cup. That is how emphatic José Mourinho was when asked which venue should stage the decisive match of the tournament to be jointly hosted b...
Barcelona's investment in Abdelkarim highlights their commitment to nurturing young talent, potentially reshaping their future attacking strategy. The post FC Barcelona signs striker Hamza Abdelkarim on permanent deal until 2029 appeared first on Crypto Brief…
Explore the unique playing style, role, and fan connection of Xherdan Shaqiri, a key player for the Chicago Fire, in this in-depth profile aimed at local soccer enthusiasts.
Martin Zubimendi has still not made his first start of the season for Arsenal, despite the Gunners having already played in the Champions League, the Community Shield and the Premier League. The midfielder was one of the first names on the team sheet last sea…
Another Alexander Isak is destined to join Liverpool. The Swede is just getting started at Anfield. Isak arrived with so much expectation but it has taken him a while to get going.The truth is he came...
Como marked its Champions League debut with a gesture of respect by inviting its older fans to the game against Leipzig on Thursday. President Mirwan Suwarso and some directors made the magnanimous decision of giving away their own seats, allowing supporters …
West Ham midfielder Edson Alvarez has categorically denied allegations linking him to a kidnapping plot in Mexico, saying he has instructed his legal team to pursue action against those making or spreading false claims. The post West Ham’s Alvarez denies kidn…
Barcelona star João Cancelo has revealed his opinion that young teammate Lamine Yamal is the sole player deserving of winning this year’s Ballon d’Or.The subject of the 2026 ‘Golden Ball’ has...
The French Football Federation has dealt FIFA President Gianni Infantino a major blow in his hopes for reelection, withdrawing its support for the embattled boss ahead of the impending election
Barcelona Chose Anthony Gordon Over Marcus Rashford for One Simple ReasonMarcus Rashford looked set for a permanent move to Barcelona. The outline was there, the numbers were manageable and his loan s...
Two-time defending champions PSG are looking for an historic three-peat, but they have exceptional competition from a number of massive clubs, including last year's finalists Arsenal plus La Liga giants Real Madrid and Barcelona.
Walter Samuel is reportedly set to leave Lionel Scaloni's Argentina coaching staff after 2026 to pursue his own head coaching career in Europe. Lionel Scaloni is set to lose one of his longest-serving assistants, as Walter Samuel has already decided to step …
After his stints at the Liga MX and MLS, James Rodriguez has rejected Europe to reportedly return to Colombia and continue his career at 35. James Rodriguez has emerged as one of the most intriguing free agents following the 2026 World Cup, coming off consec…
After struggling with seizures on the field, Jamal Musiala celebrated his first goal of the season by pointing to his head. Musiala scored the opening goal for Bayern Munich against Bodø/Glimt in the Champions League on Thursday, reacting fast to pounce on a …
Manchester United cruised to a 4-0 win on their return to the Champions League for the first time in three seasons as Azerbaijani champions Sabah were taught a lesson on their debut among Europe's elite on Thursday.For coach Valdas Dambrauskas it was a return…
CHRIS WHEELER AT OLD TRAFFORD: With respect to the visitors from Azerbaijan, it was a fixture and a night of the week more familiar with the Conference League.
The board at La Liga giants Real Madrid have kickstarted efforts to lock midfield star Jude Bellingham down for the long term.This comes amid the understanding that negotiations over the terms of a ne...
Diego Simeone was blunt in his assessment of Atlético Madrid's performance at Anfield on Wednesday, where his side was beaten 2-1 by Liverpool in their UEFA Champions League opener
