Rodri joins football’s most exclusive club with historic quadruple triumph
The Spain midfielder has become only the sixth player in history to win the World Cup, Champions League, European Championship and Ballon d’Or.
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FIFA pushes for 2038 US World Cup return after record $15bn revenue haul
FIFA is actively encouraging a United States bid for the 2038 World Cup after ticketing and hospitality revenue from the 2026 tournament exceeded $5 billion, surpassing television rights value for the first time.
Anthony Taylor retires from elite refereeing after distinguished 20-year career
Veteran English referee Anthony Taylor has announced his retirement at age 47, concluding a career that included 432 Premier League matches, two World Cups and every major domestic cup final.
Amadou Onana Set for Nine-Month Layoff Following Knee Surgery
Aston Villa midfielder Amadou Onana has undergone surgery in Lyon after suffering an ACL tear during Belgium’s World Cup victory over the USA. The Belgium international is expected to miss at least nine months of action.
Barella eyes World Cup redemption after ‘incomplete’ Italy career
Nicolò Barella admits his international career feels “incomplete” after Italy failed to qualify for the 2022 and 2026 World Cups, despite winning Euro 2021. The Inter midfielder is now targeting a World Cup appearance while mentoring club teammate Francesco Pio Esposito.
Aliadière: Zidane’s aura makes him ideal Deschamps successor for France
Jérémie Aliadière has backed Zinedine Zidane to succeed Didier Deschamps as France coach, arguing that the Real Madrid legend’s presence alone commands the respect required to manage the national team’s galaxy of stars.
Neuer leads post-World Cup retirements alongside Mahrez and Otamendi
Manuel Neuer has retired from international football for the second time after Germany’s 2026 World Cup exit, joining Riyad Mahrez, Nicolás Otamendi and numerous other veterans in calling time on their careers.
Gaza Celebrates Spain’s World Cup Triumph Amid Political Solidarity
Palestinians in Gaza celebrated Spain’s World Cup victory, drawn to the team’s stance on Palestinian rights and Lamine Yamal’s show of support for the flag.
Trump podium storm overshadows Spain’s World Cup triumph amid Argentina final shame
Spain lifted the trophy as the expanded 48-team tournament concluded, but the victory was overshadowed by Donald Trump’s bizarre podium appearance and Argentina’s ill-disciplined, shot-shy final defeat.
FIFA investigates post-match brawl as Spain win World Cup
FIFA has opened an investigation into violent scenes that marred Spain’s World Cup final victory over Argentina, after Leandro Paredes was sent off for attacking Spanish players.