[(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 »