World Cup quarter-finals: The stats defining the last eight
Opta data reveals contrasting strengths among the World Cup quarter-finalists, with France, Spain, Argentina and England leading the favourites while Morocco tops the intensity charts.
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Everton hold talks with Kofane agent as Arsenal maintain interest
Everton have held discussions with the representative of Bayer Leverkusen striker Christian Kofane at their training ground. Arsenal remain in regular contact regarding the 19-year-old.
World Cup quarter-finals: Messi and Haaland lead scoring charts as Morocco target France revenge
Lionel Messi has scored in all five of Argentina’s matches while Erling Haaland boasts the tournament’s best shot conversion rate. Morocco face France in a quarter-final repeat of their semi-final meeting four years ago.
PSG open bidding for Randal Kolo Muani as Juventus deal stalls
Paris Saint-Germain have opened the bidding process for Randal Kolo Muani after losing patience with Juventus’s financial constraints. The French striker had hoped to return to Turin following a successful loan spell.
Roma break club record with 11,000 season ticket renewals in single day
AS Roma have shattered their club record for season ticket sales, with 11,000 supporters securing seats for the 2026-27 campaign within 24 hours of the renewal window opening.
Tomori rejects Coventry City move as Milan push for summer sale
Fikayo Tomori has turned down a transfer to Premier League newcomers Coventry City, despite AC Milan making the defender available for €15-20 million.
Inter confirm Provedel signing from Lazio in €3m deal
Inter have completed the €3m signing of goalkeeper Ivan Provedel from Lazio on a contract until 2029, though the 32-year-old is recovering from shoulder surgery and expects to return in late August.
Morocco begin 2026 World Cup quest under new management
Morocco have replaced coach Walid Regragui with Mohamed Ouahbi as they prepare for the 2026 World Cup, facing the dual challenge of integrating new tactics while managing the psychological fallout from a controversial AFCON final.
White House defends Trump lobbying of FIFA over Balogun red card
Andrew Giuliani has defended Donald Trump’s intervention regarding Folarin Balogun’s red card, citing concerns over referee Raphael Claus’s history despite FIFA’s defence of the official’s integrity.
VfL Bochum sign Danish forward Christian Rasmussen on free transfer
The 23-year-old joins the German top-flight side on a deal until 2030 after Fortuna Düsseldorf’s relegation to the third tier triggered his release.