The disciplinary case involving Argentine forward Gianluca Prestianni has escalated after FIFA expanded a UEFA suspension to worldwide effect, raising serious questions about his availability for the 2026 World Cup. The Benfica attacker was originally banned for six matches, with part of the penalty suspended under probation, following an incident during a Champions League fixture against Real ...Full Story »

• World Cup
• Gianluca Prestianni
• Vinicius Jose Paixao de Oliveira Junior

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente revealed that Lamine Yamal is training up to three hours each day as he works toward fitness for the FIFA World Cup. The Barcelona winger suffered a hamstring injury during a match against Celta Vigo in April, ruling him out for the remainder of the club season. However, Spain remain hopeful he will be available for the tournament...Full Story »

• World Cup
• Luis de la Fuente
• Lamine Yamal Nasraoui Ebana
• Spain

Crystal Palace forward Jean-Philippe Mateta is determined to earn a spot on France's roster for the FIFA World Cup next month, describing the opportunity as a lifelong ambition. The 28-year-old striker, who holds three senior caps for Didier Deschamps' squad, missed the most recent selection because of a knee issue...Full Story »

• World Cup
• Crystal Palace F.C.
• Jean-Philippe Mateta
• France

The 1986 FIFA World Cup in Mexico showcased what many consider the most commanding individual performance in tournament history. Diego Maradona arrived as Argentina's key player under coach Carlos Bilardo, though the squad faced skepticism after losses to France and Norway during preparation. A shift occurred in the final friendly against Israel, where Maradona scored twice, signaling the emerg...Full Story »

• World Cup
• Mexico
• Argentina

Speaking to Movistar+, Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique praised his team's defensive display after eliminating Bayern Munich and reaching the UEFA Champions League final. He said, "We are not used to defending, but we defended like angels," adding that it was difficult to play in Germany and that PSG handled the pressure well. He also pointed to injuries and a tough path through the compe...Full Story »

• Interview
• Paris Saint-Germain FC
• Luis Enrique Martinez Garcia
• Mikel Arteta Amatriain

Paris Saint-Germain became the first French club to reach three UEFA Champions League (UCL) finals with a 1-1 semi-final second-leg draw against Bayern Munich, helping the holders prevail 6-4 on aggregate...Full Story »

• Review
• FC Bayern Munich
• Paris Saint-Germain FC

While Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer has played down rumors of a move to Manchester United, there is still a belief that he would consider the transfer if an offer arrived...Full Story »

• Transfer
• Chelsea F.C.
• Cole Palmer
• Kylian Mbappe Lottin

Manchester City and Arsenal are two of the European powerhouses tracking Bournemouth teenager Junior Kroupi ahead of the summer transfer window...Full Story »

• Transfer
• Manchester City F.C.
• Eli Junior Kroupi

Manchester City's James Trafford and Brighton & Hove Albion's Bart Verbruggen form a shortlist of goalkeepers Newcastle United want to sign...Full Story »

• Transfer
• Manchester City F.C.
• James Trafford

Josko Gvardiol is closing in on a new Manchester City contract as Pep Guardiola begins his plans for the new season...Full Story »

• Transfer
• Josko Gvardiol
• Manchester City F.C.