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In 2026 the autumn international breaks will undergo fundamental changes
The international breaks in September, October and November will take place in this format for the last time this year. What exactly will change from 2026 onwards – and which crucial question still remains unanswered.
Fit Mbappé grabs at Giroud's record: 'Maybe already tomorrow'
If everything goes according to plan, Kylian Mbappé will be available on Friday for France’s World Cup qualifier against Azerbaijan. The Real Madrid star forward then hopes to take another step toward Olivier Giroud’s record as all-time top scorer for Les Bleus, with 57 goals.
Sérgio Conceição: 'Together we will write a new story'
Portuguese coach Sérgio Conceição, 50, has been announced as the new manager of Al Ittihad. After successful spells at FC Porto and AC Milan, where he won multiple titles, he now takes on a new challenge in Saudi Arabia, aiming to bring his trademark ambition and passion to the reigning league champions.
Ter Stegen? I was in the same situation and decided to retire
Barcelona’s Wojciech Szczesny spoke about Marc-André ter Stegen’s situation after the signing of Joan García, recalling his own Juventus experience.
Real Oviedo sacks coach of historic promotion
Real Oviedo has sidelined coach Veljko Paunovic (48). The Serbian, who was chiefly responsible for the historic promotion to La Liga, now has to leave due to poor sporting results.
He is at the end of his contract with United, but a renewal seems to be on the horizon
Harry Maguire is close to extending his stay at Manchester United, with talks already underway for a new deal as the 32-year-old defender remains a key leader on and off the pitch.
Ronaldo on the future: 'The few years I still have, I will cherish'
Cristiano Ronaldo has no plans to hang up his boots anytime soon. Portugal’s all-time top scorer is sometimes asked by his family about the moment to retire, but the five-time Ballon d'Or winner is postponing his farewell for now.
Union loses its successful coach: Pocognoli on his way to AS Monaco
Union Saint-Gilloise loses Sébastien Pocognoli to AS Monaco. According to both French and Belgian media, the coach’s move is all but finalized.
Hardung is not concerned with the question of formation
Eintracht are conceding too many goals. Recently, a debate has also flared up about the right basic formation. Sporting director Timmo Hardung has spoken out, calling for more hunger in defensive play.
Milan and Como are reportedly pocketing this amount from the controversial match in Australia
UEFA has given AC Milan the green light to play their home match against Como in Australia. The move is expected to generate several million for both clubs.