Tuchel Confirms Rice as England Vice-Captain for World Cup Campaign
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice will serve as England’s deputy captain during the World Cup, manager Thomas Tuchel has confirmed ahead of the tournament in the United States.
Werder Bremen Target Florian Kastenmeier as Goalkeeper Competition for Karl Hein
Werder Bremen are targeting free agent goalkeeper Florian Kastenmeier from Fortuna Düsseldorf to provide competition for Karl Hein in the Bundesliga next season.
Italy End Season with Resilient Display Against Greece Despite Early Red Card
Italy concluded their 2025-26 campaign with a hard-fought friendly against Greece, showcasing young talent and defensive resilience despite playing over an hour with ten men in Heraklion.
Dembélé Urges Mbappé to Increase Defensive Work for France World Cup Campaign
Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembélé has reportedly spoken to France captain Kylian Mbappé about the need for greater defensive commitment as the squad prepares for the upcoming World Cup.
Bajaber and Okoth Braces Inspire Harambee Stars to 4-0 Rout of Lesotho
Mohammed Bajaber and Lawrence Okoth both netted braces as Harambee Stars thrashed Lesotho 4-0 in their second international friendly in Pretoria, marking a dramatic improvement from their 1-1 draw earlier in the week.
Iran World Cup Team Relocates to Mexico Amid Bitter US Visa Dispute
Iran’s national squad has moved their training base to Mexico after American officials denied entry visas to 15 senior federation members, forcing players to fly in and out of the US on match days only.
Northern Ireland Face France Ten Years After Euro 2016 Magic
Josh Magennis reflects on Northern Ireland’s famous Euro 2016 campaign a decade later, as Michael O’Neill’s young squad prepare to test themselves against world champions France.
Iran National Team Relocates to Mexico Base Amid US Visa Dispute Ahead of World Cup 2026
Iran’s national football team has relocated to Tijuana, Mexico, after the United States denied visas to 15 officials and restricted player access ahead of the 2026 World Cup, creating unprecedented diplomatic tension at the tournament.
Bayern Agree Terms with Nathaniel Brown but Frankfurt Demand €60m Fee
Bayern Munich have reached a verbal agreement with Eintracht Frankfurt defender Nathaniel Brown, but the Bundesliga giants must meet a €60 million asking price to secure his signature this summer.
FIFA Rules Explained: Rafael Leão’s Red Card and World Cup Suspension Risk
AC Milan star Rafael Leão faces a potential ban after receiving a red card for violent conduct during Portugal’s friendly clash with Chile, but FIFA regulations suggest he will not miss the World Cup opener.