Neuer Ruled Out of Germany’s USA Clash as Nagelsmann Prioritises World Cup Fitness
Germany captain Manuel Neuer will miss Saturday’s friendly against the United States as Julian Nagelsmann refuses to risk his fitness ahead of the World Cup opener.
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Germany Suffer World Cup Blow as Lennart Karl Ruled Out with Torn Muscle
Teenage forward Lennart Karl will miss the 2026 World Cup after suffering a torn muscle during Germany’s final training session in Chicago. The Bayern Munich star’s tournament dream ends before kick-off.
Assan Ouédraogo Replaces Injured Lennart Karl in Germany’s 2026 World Cup Squad
RB Leipzig midfielder Assan Ouédraogo has received a late call-up to Germany’s World Cup squad after Lennart Karl was ruled out with a muscle injury. The 20-year-old will join Julian Nagelsmann’s side for the tournament in North America.
Inter Chief Marotta Dampens Palestra Speculation but Confirms Stankovic Return
Inter Milan President Beppe Marotta has revealed that talks to sign Atalanta wing-back Marco Palestra remain in early stages, while confirming the club has activated the buy-back clause for midfielder Aleksandar Stankovic from Club Brugge.
Serie A 2026-27: Juventus to Open and Close Campaign Against Frosinone
Juventus will begin and conclude their 2026-27 Serie A season against newly promoted Frosinone after Italian football authorities confirmed the full fixture calendar in Parma.
Montella Hails Italiano’s Generosity as New Besiktas Coach Arrives in Istanbul
Turkey national team manager Vincenzo Montella has praised new Besiktas coach Vincenzo Italiano, revealing that the Italian donated the largest sum to earthquake relief efforts in Adana.
AC Milan Ultras Threaten ‘Unprecedented’ Summer Protests Against Owner Gerry Cardinale
AC Milan’s hardcore supporters vow massive demonstrations against American owner Gerry Cardinale after a chaotic clear-out leaves key positions empty and delays transfer plans.
Como 1907 Face Tricky Serie A Start With Three Consecutive Away Matches
Como 1907 will begin their 2026-27 Serie A campaign with three consecutive away matches due to essential stadium upgrades required for their historic Champions League debut.
Noël Le Graët: France Never Considered Zinedine Zidane for Deschamps’ Job
Former French Football Federation president Noël Le Graët has clarified that replacing Didier Deschamps with Zinedine Zidane was never discussed during his tenure, despite widespread speculation linking the Real Madrid legend to the national team role.
Newcastle United Agree €28.5m Deal for French Goalkeeper Ewen Jaouen
Newcastle United have reached an agreement to sign top young French goalkeeper Ewen Jaouen from Stade de Reims in a deal worth €28.5 million.