Como secure Barcelona defender Cuenca in €500k deal
Serie A side Como have completed the signing of Barcelona youth product Andres Cuenca for €500,000 plus future sell-on terms, while midfielder Yannik Engelhardt departs for SC Freiburg.
Deschamps defends Olise after World Cup semi-final criticism
France head coach Didier Deschamps has defended Michael Olise following criticism of the Bayern Munich winger’s display in the 2-0 defeat to Spain.
Spain Beat Argentina to Win World Cup and Break Italy’s Unbeaten Record
Ferran Torres struck in extra time as Spain defeated Argentina to win the 2026 World Cup, breaking Italy’s 37-game unbeaten streak and preserving the Azzurri’s record of four titles.
Niederlechner signs 1860 Munich extension despite Salzburg interest
Veteran striker Florian Niederlechner has committed to TSV 1860 Munich for another year, rejecting interest from SV Austria Salzburg to help the club’s rebuild in the Regionalliga Bayern.
World Cup ‘bronze match’ debate resurfaces ahead of 2026 tournament
Historical context from Sweden’s 4-0 victory over Bulgaria in 1994 illustrates the contrasting attitudes teams hold towards the FIFA World Cup third-place fixture.
Roma lodge €46m Summerville bid amid wage structure concerns
AS Roma have tabled a €46 million offer for Crysencio Summerville, though the Dutchman’s wage demands continue to challenge the club’s self-imposed salary ceiling.
Trump to Present World Cup Trophy at Spain-Argentina Final in New Jersey
United States president Donald Trump will attend Sunday’s World Cup final between Spain and Argentina in New Jersey, where he is scheduled to present the trophy alongside FIFA president Gianni Infantino.
Deschamps Bows Out Against England as Spain and Argentina Prepare for Unbeaten Final Showdown
Didier Deschamps will take charge of France for the final time against England in Miami, while Spain and Argentina bring historic unbeaten runs to the World Cup final in New Jersey.
Nagelsmann facing backlash from Germany squad over World Cup handling
Germany’s early 2026 World Cup exit has sparked criticism of Julian Nagelsmann’s management, with players claiming they felt ignored and misled about their selection status.
Starmer backs FIFA probe into Argentina’s Falklands banner
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has supported calls for FIFA to investigate Argentina players who displayed a banner claiming sovereignty over the Falkland Islands after defeating England in the World Cup semi-final.