Neymar bows out with rare MetLife Stadium bookend record
Brazil forward Neymar has retired from international duty after scoring his first and 80th goals for his country at the same stadium, a feat that appears unique in football history.
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USA eliminated from 2026 World Cup after defeat to Belgium in Seattle
The United States have been eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a defeat to Belgium in Seattle, as Switzerland progressed via a penalty shootout and Egypt battled Argentina in a thriller.
Premier League clubs post record £948m pre-tax losses amid spending surge
Combined pre-tax losses across England’s top flight surged from £135m to £948m in 2024-25, driven by heavy transfer spending and a lack of major player sales, according to Deloitte’s annual review.
Newcastle open talks for Manzambi as Swiss star suffers World Cup injury
Switzerland midfielder Johan Manzambi is set to miss the Round of 16 clash with Colombia through injury, as Newcastle United open negotiations with SC Freiburg over a potential €60 million transfer.
World Cup Final to Feature First-Ever Halftime Show as Betting Markets Open
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final will introduce a halftime show for the first time, with Madonna, Shakira and BTS headlining and bookmakers offering odds on song choices and guest appearances.
Como close to securing Yan Couto loan with purchase option from Dortmund
Italian side Como are closing in on a loan deal for Borussia Dortmund right-back Yan Couto that includes a €20 million option to buy. The Serie A club had previously considered the transfer unlikely.
Fenerbahçe Nearing Agreement for Mason Greenwood Transfer
Fenerbahçe are closing in on the signing of Mason Greenwood from Olympique de Marseille after meeting the Ligue 1 club’s valuation. The forward has already approved the move following two seasons in France.
FIFA Denies Corruption Claims as Trump Admits Balogun Intervention
FIFA has rejected allegations of attempted sporting corruption after Donald Trump claimed he orchestrated the reversal of Folarin Balogun’s red card. The United States still suffered defeat to Belgium.
Augsburg confirm Dong loan to Bolton as Meiser nears Düsseldorf exit
FC Augsburg have confirmed Kyliane Dong’s season-long loan move to Bolton Wanderers, while defender Felix Meiser is expected to join Fortuna Düsseldorf with a buy-back clause attached.
Köln confirm €20m Kaminski sale to Benfica after release clause triggered
1.FC Köln have confirmed the transfer of Jakub Kaminski to Benfica Lisbon for €20 million. The Polish midfielder departs just one year after joining from VfL Wolfsburg.