Manchester United have taken the lead in the race to sign West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes, though they face stiff competition from Arsenal and Real Madrid.
Nestory Irankunda became Australia’s youngest World Cup scorer after leaving Bayern Munich for Watford to secure regular playing time, capping a remarkable journey from a Tanzanian refugee camp.
Daniel Kretinsky is set to become West Ham United’s largest shareholder after David Sullivan stepped down as director amid serious misconduct allegations. The Czech billionaire plans to increase his stake to 43% to help the relegated club return to the Premier League.
Derek McInnes has agreed a deal to become the new Rangers manager, replacing Danny Röhl who is set to join RB Salzburg. The former Rangers player will leave Heart of Midlothian after leading them to second place in the Scottish Premiership last season.
The Geopolitics World Cup has kicked off in the United States with early matches revealing empty seat controversies, tactical innovations, and stunning displays from the host nation’s star striker.
Vinícius Júnior scored a crucial equaliser to save Brazil from defeat against Morocco in their World Cup 2026 opener. Carlo Ancelotti’s side struggled badly in the first half but secured a 1-1 draw in New Jersey.
Qatar secured their maiden World Cup point in dramatic fashion as a last-minute own goal by Miro Muheim salvaged a 1-1 draw against Switzerland in Group B.
Ghana’s government has launched urgent diplomatic protests against Canada’s decision to bar midfielder Thomas Partey from entering the country for the World Cup, citing the legal principle of presumption of innocence.
Folarin Balogun scored twice as the USA began their World Cup campaign with a 4-1 victory over Paraguay, cementing his status as the host nation’s attacking hero after switching from England and leaving Arsenal for Monaco.
Ousmane Dembele has launched a strong defence of France captain Kylian Mbappe, claiming critics have gone “too far” in their attacks on the Real Madrid star ahead of the World Cup.