Interim Italy coach Silvio Baldini has called on his youthful squad to express themselves without fear when they face Greece in a friendly match in Heraklion on Sunday evening.
AC Milan remains in turmoil with no new management appointments two weeks after mass sackings, as target Ralf Rangnick considers a lucrative Austria national team extension and furious fans demand Zlatan Ibrahimovic be fired over an insensitive video post.
Sassuolo have moved quickly to secure Alberto Aquilani as their new manager, leaving Torino FC to pursue former AC Milan defender Ignazio Abate for their vacant coaching position.
AC Milan winger Rafael Leao was dismissed during Portugal’s friendly against Chile after punching Ivan Roman, damaging his hopes of a high-profile transfer.
Macclesfield FC have suspended co-owner Robert Smethurst after he was arrested on suspicion of coercive control. The 48-year-old denies the allegations and has been bailed pending further police enquiries.
St Mirren have appointed Craig McLeish as their permanent manager on a three-year deal, making the 36-year-old the youngest boss in the Scottish top flight.
Severe thunderstorms forced officials to halt Saudi Arabia’s World Cup warm-up match against Puerto Rico in Texas for nearly two hours, highlighting safety concerns for the upcoming tournament.
David Sullivan has stepped down as West Ham United chairman with immediate effect following serious historical allegations. The 77-year-old denies all claims and plans to take legal action against the BBC.
Teenage winger Lennart Karl faces months on the sidelines after suffering a devastating muscle tear during Germany training, forcing him to miss the upcoming World Cup.