[(Spain) Strength]: 1. Spain have shown strong performances in this World Cup qualification, achieving a perfect winning record in their first three matches and currently holding a firm lead in Group E. The team's goal is to secure first place in the group for direct qualification to the World Cup. Playing at home against the bottom team of the group, Bulgaria, the entire squad is highly motiva...Full Story »

[(Italy) Strength]: 1. Italy won 3-1 over Estonia in the last World Cup qualifier on the road, securing a 4-game winning streak, showcasing hot form.2. Italy scored 15 goals in their 5 qualifiers, averaging 3 goals per game, boasting full attack.3. Italy recorded 6 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses in the last 10 home games, including 2 qualifiers, which demonstrates reliable home strength.4. Italy w...Full Story »

[(Portugal) Strength]: 1. In their previous match, Portugal secured a dramatic 1-0 victory over Ireland with a stoppage-time header by Ruben Neves, capitalizing on a brilliant cross from Francisco Trincao, marking their third consecutive win in the group stage.2. Portugal have scored a total of 13 goals in their last 5 matches, averaging more than 2 goals per game. The team's offensive performa...Full Story »

Legendary striker Robert Lewandowski could be set to leave Barcelona when his contract expires next summer, as the Catalan giants are not expected to offer a new contract to the 37-year-old ahead of the expiry of his current deal in June 2026. Lewandowski has struck four times in seven La Liga appearances so far this season, but has often been limited to substitute appearances and the club repo...Full Story »

Tottenham manager Martin Ho has revealed that Atletico Madrid’s Diego Simeone and basketball legend Michael Jordan have been two of the biggest influences on his growing coaching career...Full Story »

Toni Fruk’s first international goal for Croatia helped them on their way to a 3-0 victory over Gibraltar in Varazdin, extending their lead at the top of UEFA Group L in the 2026 FIFA World Cup (WC) qualifiers and putting them within a point of qualification with two games - against Faroe Islands and Montenegro - to spare...Full Story »

Former Gers boss Steven Gerrard informed the club's heirarchy on Saturday that he0 was pulling out of the interview process...Full Story »

[(Slovakia) Strength]: 1. Slovakia are currently ranked 42nd in the FIFA World Rankings, while their upcoming opponents Luxembourg hold the 96th position.2. Slovakia have still performed well at home, remaining unbeaten in their last 7 home matches, with a total of 5 wins and 2 draws.3. Slovakia have kept five clean sheets in their last seven official home games.4. In Slovakia's last seven offi...Full Story »

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Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish says talks have begun with manager Oliver Parish about a new deal...Full Story »

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca says he has no regrets about being sent off for his passionate celebration after his side’s thrilling 2-1 win over Liverpool, admitting the moment was “worth it.”...Full Story »

Christian Pulisic has been told why he is world-class, with USMNT colleague Tyler Adams claiming that "an American is the best player in Serie A". Pulisic has earned that billing at AC Milan, with personal bests being posted in Italy while becoming a talismanic presence at San Siro. There is the promise of even more to come, with the hard-working forward considered to form part of the global elite...Full Story »

Accusations of Harry Kane stat-padding for England by filling his boots against lesser opposition have been rubbished by former Three Lions striker Chris Sutton. Bayern Munich frontman Kane, who continues to captain his country, has taken his historic tally of international goals to 74. He will be looking to join Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in an exclusive club by reaching 100...Full Story »

Zinedine Zidane has outlined his plan to become the next manager of the France national team as the former Real Madrid boss opened up on how his 'life changed' after retirement. Zidane has managed Los Blancos over two stints and enjoyed overwhelming success, which includes winning the Champions League three times and La Liga twice at Santiago Bernabeu...Full Story »

Tottenham manager Martin Ho has credited Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone and basketball legend Michael Jordan as being two of the greatest influences on his burgeoning coaching career. Widely regarded as one of the most promising coaches in women’s football, the 35-year-old has opened up on the figures who have helped shape him, with several other sporting greats making his list...Full Story »

Former Manchester United star Michael Carrick is in frame to take over as Rangers manager after Liverpool icon Steven Gerrard decided to step away from the race to replace Russell Martin at the Scottish club. After a poor start to the 2025-26 campaign, which saw fans protesting against Martin and demanding his removal, the head coach was finally sacked from his position earlier this month...Full Story »

Manchester United were mocked over social media as Rasmus Hojlund continued his fine goalscoring form since leaving the club in the summer. The striker found the back of the net once again in Denmark’s World Cup-qualifying clash with Greece on Sunday evening, having also made a brilliant start to life with Serie A champions Napoli following his departure from Old Trafford in September...Full Story »

Real Madrid have been told that they can re-sign their youth player Nico Paz 'whenever they want' as Como president reveals their transfer plan. Madrid sold Paz to Como in 2024 but they have the option in the deal to re-sign the wonderkid for €9m in 2026 or €10m in 2027, a fraction of his current market value. Since moving to Italy last year, Paz has thrived under Cesc Fabregas...Full Story »

Endrick could make a shock move to the Serie A as Juventus are reportedly keen on signing the out-of-favour Real Madrid youngster. After a difficult debut campaign at Santiago Bernabeu, which saw the teenager struggle for game time under Carlo Ancelotti, things have worsened under Xabi Alonso as the Selecao star has yet to feature in a La Liga or Champions League in the new season...Full Story »

The USMNT boss largely stacked his lineup against Ecuador, and got a glimpse into what a successful World Cup run could look like...Full Story »

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Kylian Mbappe has opened up on what it was like to play with Lionel Messi at Paris Saint-Germain and also revealed why he 'wants to thank' the Inter Miami star. Mbappe played alongside Messi for two seasons in the French capital after the Argentina captain moved to the Ligue 1 giants on a free transfer after leaving boyhood club Barcelona in the summer of 2021...Full Story »

The Barcelona and Spain star, 18, has been sidelined by a groin injury but has taken the chance to spend some quality time with his singer Wag...Full Story »

Cristiano Ronaldo is “the biggest brand in the world”, according to the vice president of his former employers at Sporting, with the Portuguese GOAT becoming a “one-man show”. CR7 has become football’s first billionaire, allowing him to emulate the achievements of legendary figures such as Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods, LeBron James and Tiger Woods. There is no sign ...Full Story »

The world's sexiest hockey star shared the snaps in which she was almost spilling out of her bra on Instagram...Full Story »

Former Manchester United star Michael Carrick is in frame to take over as Rangers manager after Liverpool icon Steven Gerrard decided to step away from the race to replace Russell Martin at the Scottish club...Full Story »

🔈 Can the "Green and White Army" avenge themselves in the upcoming clash against the "Bundesteam"? This coming Monday, Windsor Park in Belfast will host the national teams of Northern Ireland and Germany. Qualifying Group A is marked by an intriguing standings situation, and it's currently unclear how the table will shape up. Despite the home-field advantage, bookmakers are not expecting succe...Full Story »

🔊 Can Iceland put up a fight against France? In the fourth round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, Iceland will face off against France in Reykjavik. The hosts will aim to challenge the Group D leaders, but their chances seem slim. Despite putting up a commendable performance in Paris last month and losing by just a narrow margin, the odds are stacked against them. France are riding a confiden...Full Story »

🔊 What are the odds of Belgium slipping up for a second consecutive time? The "Red Devils," who were tipped as favorites in their World Cup qualifying group, are currently sitting in second place. However, they have a game in hand, with an upcoming fixture against Wales. This clash is set for October 13 at Cardiff City Stadium. Bookmakers aren't backing the Welsh side, even though in their las...Full Story »

[(Sweden) Strength]: 1. Sweden have scored 8 goals in the last 5 games, averaging nearly 2 goals per game, with a full offense.2. Sweden have scored 17 goals in the last 5 home games, while Kosovo have scored 6 goals in the last 5 away games. There is a certain gap in offensive performance between the home and away games of both teams.3. Sweden have got 3 wins and 1 loss in their 4 encounters, ...Full Story »

[(Honduras) Strength]: 1. Honduras are currently ranked 2nd in the World Cup qualification (CONCACAF) Group C with 1 win and 2 draws, gaining 5 points. They need to secure points at home in order to solidify their advancing chances. Therefore, they will surely give their all in this game, and their determination is beyond doubt.2. Honduras forward scored 2 goals in the last 3 home games of the ...Full Story »

[(Estonia) Strength]: 1. Estonia are 4th in the group with only 3 points, failing to qualify for the World Cup. However, they will play at home in this match, indicating a certain motivation to win.2. Estonia lost 3-1 to Italy in the last qualifier, with only Rauno Sappinen scoring a goal.3. Estonia are 129th in the world, while Moldova are 156th, showing the former's superior overall strength....Full Story »

[(Northern Ireland) Strength]: 1. Northern Ireland currently have 6 points, tying with Germany and Slovakia, placing them in a crucial stage for qualification. They hope to rely on the support of their home fans, go all out, and try to snatch points from Germany, thereby keeping their hopes of reaching the playoffs alive.2. Northern Ireland midfielder Justin Devenny contributed 1 goal and 1 ass...Full Story »