Scaloni rejected Lazio job in 2024 to stay with Argentina
Edoardo Reja has revealed that he offered the Lazio managerial position to Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni in 2024, but Scaloni declined citing his commitment to the World Cup holders.
Napoli and Tottenham consider Milinkovic-Savic and Vicario swap
Napoli and Tottenham are considering a swap deal involving goalkeepers Vanja Milinkovic-Savic and Guglielmo Vicario. The exchange would allow both players to secure regular playing time while aiding Napoli’s Financial Fair Play compliance.
Klopp confirms Germany appointment imminent as Friday unveiling looms
Jürgen Klopp has confirmed talks to become Germany head coach are at an advanced stage, with the former Liverpool manager expected to sign his contract on Friday and succeed Julian Nagelsmann.
Inter Set for Tottenham Talks Over Djed Spence Transfer
Inter Milan are preparing to open negotiations with Tottenham Hotspur next week as they seek to fill the right wing-back position vacated by Denzel Dumfries.
FIFA Cuts Gazzetta’s World Cup Final Accreditations Over Space Claims
Italian daily loses three of five passes for the 2026 final in New York. The paper suspects retaliation for critical coverage of the tournament’s organisation.
England beat France 6-4 in World Cup thriller as Olise breaks Pelé record
Bukayo Saka scored a hat-trick as England defeated France 6-4 to claim third place at the World Cup. Michael Olise set a new tournament record with seven assists, while Kylian Mbappé became the competition’s all-time leading scorer.
Spain edge Argentina in extra time to win 2026 World Cup
Ferran Torres struck the decisive goal as Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time at MetLife Stadium to lift the 2026 FIFA World Cup and complete a historic double.
Atlanta displaces homeless population during World Cup preparations
Municipal workers cleared tents from Freedom Park without warning as part of a downtown “clean-up” campaign, leaving displaced residents with uncertain futures.
World Cup 2026: Spain face Argentina in final as England meet France in third-place playoff
Spain will contest the World Cup final against Argentina while England face France in the third-place match following the semi-finals. The fixtures complete the tournament lineup.
Rooney completes Hudson River forfeit after Norway World Cup prediction backfires
Wayne Rooney, Micah Richards and Joe Hart have completed a rowing forfeit on New York’s Hudson River after Rooney incorrectly predicted Norway would not reach the World Cup quarter-finals.