Xaver Schlager undergoes Nottingham Forest medical ahead of free transfer
The Austrian midfielder is set to join the Premier League club on a two-year deal with an option for a third year after his RB Leipzig contract expired.
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Coventry City confirm Aurèle Amenda signing from Eintracht Frankfurt
Coventry City have completed the signing of Swiss centre-back Aurèle Amenda from Eintracht Frankfurt. The newly-promoted Premier League side confirmed the transfer on Thursday evening.
Hamburger SV hope to sign Fábio Vieira despite fee dispute with Arsenal
Hamburger SV remain interested in signing Fábio Vieira permanently from Arsenal, but negotiations have stalled over the transfer fee. The German club are seeking a deal below €10 million while the Gunners demand significantly more.
Spain equal Italy’s 37-match unbeaten record to reach World Cup final
Spain reached the 2026 World Cup final by defeating France 2-0, equalling Italy’s record of 37 consecutive unbeaten matches in the process.
Conte Hails Kane and Lautaro Ahead of World Cup Semifinal but Dodges Italy Job Questions
Antonio Conte has praised former strikers Harry Kane and Lautaro Martinez ahead of their World Cup semifinal clash, while refusing to discuss speculation linking him with the Italy national team job.
Venezia unveil Drake’s NOCTA kit for Serie A return
Serie A returnees Venezia have unveiled their 2026/27 home shirt designed by Drake’s NOCTA label, featuring the club’s iconic orange and green bands.
World Cup 2026: Tournament engulfed by political interference and diaspora tensions
The 2026 World Cup has become heavily politicised, with Donald Trump’s alleged interference, a disallowed Egypt goal against Argentina and complex identity politics dominating fan experience.
Palhinha rejects Saudi offer with Benfica move in balance
João Palhinha has reportedly rejected a lucrative approach from Saudi Arabia to prioritise family proximity and European competition, though his potential return to Benfica hinges on Bayern Munich lowering their €25 million valuation.
Heidenheim sign goalkeeper Thomas Dähne on free transfer until 2028
Thomas Dähne has joined Heidenheim on a free transfer, with the 32-year-old signing a contract until June 2028 following the expiry of his deal with TSV 1860 Munich.
German FA refuses to back Infantino for third FIFA term after Balogun controversy
The DFB has declined to endorse Gianni Infantino’s re-election following the controversial overturning of Folarin Balogun’s red card, which prompted reported intervention by Donald Trump.