Rangers goalkeeper Liam Kelly heads to the World Cup as Scotland’s third-choice shot-stopper, but his real value lies in boosting team morale and uniting the dressing room.
Discover how Desmond Armstrong overcame racial stereotypes and a collapsed professional league to become the first US-born black player at a World Cup, producing a legendary defensive masterclass against Italy’s stars.
Harry Kane enters the World Cup as England’s indispensable captain, carrying the hopes of a nation after a record-breaking season with Bayern Munich that puts him in contention for the Ballon d’Or.
Germany have unveiled a retro-styled home kit for the 2026 World Cup featuring a diamond pattern that honours their 1994 USA tournament strip. The Adidas jersey ranges from €75 to €150 and debuts against the United States this weekend.
FC Köln have revealed they turned down a €50 million bid from Brentford for Said El Mala after the player rejected a move to the Premier League, opening the door for Borussia Dortmund to make their move.
Germany’s women’s team have sealed automatic qualification for next summer’s tournament in Brazil after defeating Norway 2-0 in Köln. Goals from Marie Müller and Carlotta Wamser secured top spot in Group A4 with one match remaining.
Spanish wing-back Alejandro Grimaldo has been voted Bayer Leverkusen’s Player of the Season after an outstanding campaign that saw him lead the team in assists and score 14 goals across all competitions.
Bayern Munich defender Jonathan Tah has revealed why he turned down Ivory Coast at age 17, as he prepares to face his father’s homeland with Germany at the World Cup.
Mason Greenwood appears set to join Turkish giants Fenerbahce after agreeing personal terms with the club’s presidential candidate, dealing a major blow to AS Roma’s transfer plans.