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Málaga refuses to host the 2030 World Cup: 'We choose the club and the fans'
Málaga has withdrawn from hosting the 2030 FIFA World Cup, prioritizing the needs of local club Málaga CF and its fans. Mayor Francisco de la Torre announced plans for a new stadium, reaffirming the city's commitment to sustainable football over global spectacle.
Chelsea heads into Club World Cup final against PSG with chest out: 'We are going to win'
Reece James is certain: Chelsea will win the Club World Cup final against Paris Saint-Germain. The Blues captain acknowledges that the Champions League winners are seen as the favorites by the outside world, but that doesn’t bother him at all.
Textor lashes out after Lyon's relegation reversal: 'It's a subjective process'
Olympique Lyon were saved from relegation to Ligue 2 last week, and that moment has prompted John Textor to speak out. The former president and current shareholder of Les Gones has criticized the 'subjective' process of the DNCG, the body that oversees club finances in France.
Beşiktaş announces arrival of Kökçü with photo in kit on private jet
Beşiktaş has announced the arrival of Orkun Kökçü. The former Feyenoord midfielder already posed in the shirt of the Black Eagles during his private jet flight to Istanbul.
Onana injury presents Manchester United with a dilemma
According to English media, André Onana is set to miss Manchester United's pre-season. The Cameroonian goalkeeper has suffered a hamstring injury, which will keep him out of action during the team's preparations in Sweden and the United States.
Vinícius Júnior slammed in Spain: 'He's been unrecognisable for months'
Vinícius Júnior is under heavy fire in Spain following Real Madrid’s 4-0 defeat to PSG. Once crowned FIFA’s best, the Brazilian now faces sharp criticism over his form, focus, and effort, with pundits calling him “unrecognisable” and questioning his role in the team.
Frimpong and Kerkez make their debuts, Gakpo scores: Liverpool wins emotional friendly match
On Sunday, Liverpool began their preparations for the new season with a friendly win away against Preston North End. In the first (unofficial) match since the passing of player Diogo Jota, the game ended in a 1-3 victory.
Cameroonian revelation set to become Ten Hag’s next signing at Leverkusen
Bayer Leverkusen completed the signing of Christian Kofane on Friday. Erik ten Hag’s side is acquiring the talented Cameroonian striker for five million euros from Albacete, where he caught the eye of several clubs with his performances last season.
Stefano Pioli has a new challenge after leaving his role as head coach of Al Nassr
Stefano Pioli returns to Fiorentina on a deal until 2028 after a brief spell at Al Nassr. The former Milan coach is tasked with leading the club back into contention in Serie A and Europe, reconnecting with a team and city he knows intimately.
FIFA innovations prove their worth at the Club World Cup: 'That was one hundred percent successful'
The Club World Cup has been a great success in terms of refereeing innovation, according to Pierluigi Collina, chairman of the FIFA Referees Committee. For the first time, referees wore bodycams, a new eight-second rule for goalkeepers was introduced, and an advanced version of the semi-automated offside technology was applied.