Maldini appointed Italy technical director to lead Azzurri rebuild
Paolo Maldini will serve as Italy’s technical director alongside advisor Leonardo as the federation searches for a new coach following a third consecutive World Cup absence.
NEWS
Saliba suffers back injury in France semi-final defeat
Arsenal defender William Saliba was forced off with a back injury during France’s semi-final defeat to Spain. The centre-back had been managing the problem since the closing stages of the domestic season.
Asllani Rules Out Dortmund to Choose Between Barcelona and Leipzig
TSG Hoffenheim striker Fisnik Asllani has narrowed his summer transfer options to FC Barcelona and RB Leipzig, effectively ending interest from Borussia Dortmund.
2023 World Cup Sets Record for Strongest Semi-Final Line-Up
The 2023 tournament featured the highest-quality semi-finalists in FIFA ranking history with a combined total of 10, marking a significant shift from previous editions.
Deschamps’ attacking gamble backfires as Spain end 14-year France reign
Didier Deschamps abandoned his cautious tactics for an attacking approach in his final France tournament, only to see Spain exploit the midfield gaps in a semi-final defeat that ended his 14-year reign.
Mbappé Targets Historic Second Golden Boot Despite France Exit
Kylian Mbappé remains in contention for a second successive World Cup Golden Boot despite France’s semi-final defeat to Spain. The France captain holds a narrow advantage over Lionel Messi in the tiebreakers ahead of the tournament’s concluding fixtures.
Konaté admits Spain were superior as France crash out of World Cup semi-finals
France defender Ibrahima Konaté has admitted Spain were the better side after Les Bleus crashed out of the World Cup semi-finals with a 2-0 defeat in Dallas.
Tottenham demand €50m for Romero as Inter consider withdrawal
Inter Milan are unlikely to pursue Cristian Romero after Tottenham Hotspur set a €50 million asking price for the Argentina defender.
Sturm Graz eye loan move for Fiorentina’s Venezuelan left-back Balbo
Sturm Graz have submitted a strong proposal to sign Fiorentina left-back Luis Balbo on loan with an option to buy. The 20-year-old Venezuela international has made ten senior appearances since arriving in Florence in January 2024.
Juventus eye Lucumi discount after €28m release clause expires
Juventus hope to secure Colombia defender Jhon Lucumí for less than his expired buy-out fee after netting €20m from Tarik Muharemovic’s transfer to Leeds United.