Arsenal confirm William Saliba facing extended spell out with back injury
Arsenal defender William Saliba has been ruled out for an extended period after sustaining a back injury during France’s World Cup semi-final defeat by Spain.
Rangers manager Derek McInnes handed four-match SFA ban for VAR comments
Derek McInnes will begin his Rangers tenure from the stands after receiving a four-match ban for describing a Celtic penalty decision as “disgusting”.
Napoli stunned by Arezzo in Allegri’s first match as Lucca suffers injury
Napoli suffered a 3-1 defeat to Arezzo in Massimiliano Allegri’s first match in charge, while striker Lorenzo Lucca suffered a sprained ankle. Fiorentina began pre-season with a 1-0 victory over Gubbio.
Bayern Munich submit inquiry for Charles De Ketelaere as Atalanta seek sale
Bayern Munich have submitted an inquiry for Atalanta forward Charles De Ketelaere as the Italian club looks to generate transfer revenue. The 25-year-old Belgian is also attracting interest from Paris Saint-Germain and Premier League sides.
Barcelona Femení squad decimated by exodus as financial fair play bites
European champions Barcelona begin pre-season with just 17 senior players after losing seven stars including Alexia Putellas to English clubs, as the club’s financial crisis forces key departures.
Black Americans Back Spain Over Argentina in World Cup Final Amid Racism Concerns
Many Black Americans supported Spain against Argentina in the World Cup final, citing racist incidents involving Albiceleste fans and Lionel Messi’s public silence on the issue. Political stances by Argentina’s president also influenced sentiment.
Rodri joins football’s most exclusive club with historic quadruple triumph
The Spain midfielder has become only the sixth player in history to win the World Cup, Champions League, European Championship and Ballon d’Or.
Roma fans mock retiring referee Anthony Taylor over 2023 Europa League final row
English referee Anthony Taylor has retired after 16 years in the Premier League, prompting bitter celebrations from Roma supporters who still blame him for their 2023 Europa League final defeat.
FIFA pushes for 2038 US World Cup return after record $15bn revenue haul
FIFA is actively encouraging a United States bid for the 2038 World Cup after ticketing and hospitality revenue from the 2026 tournament exceeded $5 billion, surpassing television rights value for the first time.
AZ Alkmaar set to sign Italian defender Natali from Bayer Leverkusen
AZ Alkmaar are set to sign Italy U19 international Andrea Natali permanently from Bayer Leverkusen in a deal worth up to €3 million.