Soccer Sport

Iran cleared to enter U.S. two days prior to match vs. Egypt in Seattle

The Iran national team can enter the United States a day earlier than they were allowed to in previous World…

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June 24, 2026

Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo ends goal drought, first to score at 6 World Cups

Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first player to score a goal in six different World Cup tournaments. Ronaldo, 41, had…

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June 24, 2026

Donald Trump to present World Cup trophy at final, FIFA boss Gianni Infantino confirms

U.S. President Donald Trump will present the trophy to the winners of the World Cup final in New Jersey on…

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June 24, 2026

Sadio Mane admits Senegal have ‘a little chance’ of FIFA World Cup progression after Norway defeat

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Sadio Mané has given Senegal a ‘little chance’ of qualifying for the FIFA World Cup knockouts, after…

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June 24, 2026

Ipswich Town announce Gary O’Neil as new manager ahead of Premier League return

Ipswich Town have announced Gary O’Neil as their new manager ahead of their return to the Premier League. O’Neil replaces…

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June 23, 2026

Atlético Madrid furious with Barcelona over Julián Álvarez, may refuse transfer to Camp Nou – sources

Atlético Madrid have said they are furious with Barcelona, who they believe are behind Julián Álvarez‘s revelation that he wants…

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June 23, 2026

Erling Haaland ‘couldn’t care too much’ about Norway-France game: ‘They’ll probably beat us’

CHICAGO — Erling Haaland has played down the magnitude of Norway’s decisive Group I clash against Kylian Mbappé and France…

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June 23, 2026

Philipp Lahm: Gianni Infantino has ‘sold out’ the World Cup

World Cup winner Philipp Lahm has launched a scathing criticism of FIFA president Gianni Infantino. “The World Cup is being…

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June 23, 2026

Kylian Mbappé not thinking about Golden Boot race: ‘I’ve always scored goals in the World Cup’

Kylian Mbappé has said he is not thinking about the World Cup Golden Boot race after he scored twice in…

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June 23, 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar don’t ‘need to prove anything to anyone’ – João Cancelo

Portugal defender João Cancelo says neither Cristiano Ronaldo nor Neymar deserve the criticism they are receiving at this World Cup.…

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June 23, 2026

Socceroos, Sassuolo star Volpato fined for positive cocaine testSeptember 9, 2026
Cristian Volpato‘s immediate availability for the Socceroos rests in the hands of Football Australia after NSW Police confirmed the World Cup star had tested positive for cocaine on a secondary test. Volpato was pulled over by police on Sydney’s Anzac Bridge on July 24 and returned a positive roadside reading for cocaine. The 22-year-old then… Read more: Socceroos, Sassuolo star Volpato fined for positive cocaine test
Popovic comfortable with Socceroos penalty shootout choices at World CupSeptember 9, 2026
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic isn’t second-guessing the shootout that saw his side eliminated from the FIFA World Cup, saying that he would have sent out the same penalty takers and swapped out Patrick Beach for Mathew Ryan once again had the two sides come back the next day. Locked at 1-1 after 120 minutes in… Read more: Popovic comfortable with Socceroos penalty shootout choices at World Cup
Spanish refs stand by call not to retake Mbappé pen missSeptember 9, 2026
The decision not to allow Kylian Mbappé‘s missed penalty in Real Madrid‘s 1-0 defeat at Real Betis to be retaken was correct, the body in charge of Spain‘s referees said on Tuesday. Mbappé saw his 94th minute spot kick saved by goalkeeper Álvaro Valles in Friday’s LaLiga game, as Madrid slipped to their first defeat… Read more: Spanish refs stand by call not to retake Mbappé pen miss
Napoli’s Scott McTominay undergoes successful heart surgerySeptember 8, 2026
Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay has undergone successful corrective surgery for a minor heart issue. The Scotland international has been diagnosed with “a mild benign arrhythmia”, which is an abnormal or irregular heart rhythm deemed non-serious and posing no significant risk to overall health. The procedure took place in Manchester on Tuesday and McTominay will be… Read more: Napoli’s Scott McTominay undergoes successful heart surgery
Liverpool’s Alexis Mac Allister ‘very, very sad’ after not being offered new contractSeptember 8, 2026
Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has said he felt “very, very, sad” after he was not offered a new contract at the club. Speaking at a news conference before the Reds open their Champions League league phase campaign against Atlético Madrid, Mac Allister confirmed the decision was conveyed to him over summer. He was left… Read more: Liverpool’s Alexis Mac Allister ‘very, very sad’ after not being offered new contract
Cape Verde’s Vozinha nominated for Goalkeeper of the Year award at Ballon d’Or after World Cup heroicsSeptember 8, 2026
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has been nominated for the men’s Goalkeeper of the Year award at the 2026 Ballon d’Or. The 40-year-old was named in the 10-man shortlist after a World Cup campaign which saw him become of the most beloved players at the tournament. Arsenal‘s David Raya, Paris Saint-Germain‘s Matvei Safonov and Real Madrid‘s… Read more: Cape Verde’s Vozinha nominated for Goalkeeper of the Year award at Ballon d’Or after World Cup heroics
Man United fan group call for unified pre-derby protest amid season ticket ‘fiasco’September 8, 2026
A Manchester United fan group has called for a unified protest against the “season ticket ban fiasco” ahead of Sunday’s derby against Manchester City. The club’s summer crackdown on ticket touting has put noses out of joint due to a heavy-handed approach that has left many innocent fans facing the threat of sanction. The 1958… Read more: Man United fan group call for unified pre-derby protest amid season ticket ‘fiasco’
Lautaro Martínez reveals support for Julián Álvarez amid failed transfer from Atlético MadridSeptember 8, 2026
Lautaro Martínez hopes Argentina teammate Julián Álvarez can soon get over his failed attempt to leave Atlético Madrid this summer. Álvarez had made a public transfer request during the 2026 World Cup to try and force his way out of Atlético. The former Manchester City forward, who was a target of Barcelona and Arsenal, was… Read more: Lautaro Martínez reveals support for Julián Álvarez amid failed transfer from Atlético Madrid
Liverpool announce Turkish Airlines as main shirt sponsor from 2027September 8, 2026
Liverpool have confirmed that Turkish Airlines will become the club’s front-of-shirt sponsor from the 2027-28 season. Multiple reports have stated the deal is worth £300 million ($405m) over five years. The airline will replace Standard Chartered, which has been Liverpool’s main club partner since 2010. Turkish Airlines’ name and logo will appear on men’s, women’s… Read more: Liverpool announce Turkish Airlines as main shirt sponsor from 2027
Dominik Szoboszlai: Liverpool will be unstoppable if intensity is rediscoveredSeptember 8, 2026
Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai has warned the club’s rivals that “no one can stop us” should their intensity of old be rediscovered. The Reds got their first win of the season last Friday when they beat Ipswich Town 2-0 away, courtesy of an early brace from Alexander Isak. It was their first Premier League victory… Read more: Dominik Szoboszlai: Liverpool will be unstoppable if intensity is rediscovered