Soccer Sport

Gianni Infantino backed by Argentina FA, praised for owning up to mistakes

Argentina‘s Football Association has thrown its full support behind Gianni Infantino while praising FIFA for owning up to the mistakes…

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August 7, 2026

Vinícius Jr. agrees new 6-year deal to stay at Real Madrid

Vinícius Júnior has accepted Real Madrid‘s latest contract offer, ending months of speculation by agreeing a new deal at the…

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August 7, 2026

FIFPRO accuses Gianni Infantino of ‘profound abuse of power’ over World Cup plan

FIFA chief Gianni Infantino has been accused of a “profound abuse of presidential power” by the world players’ union over…

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August 7, 2026

UEFA stands by World Cup boycott plans despite FIFA, Gianni Infantino apology

UEFA has said its participating members could still boycott FIFA competitions including the World Cup despite Gianni Infantino’s apology statement.…

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August 6, 2026

English FA maintains that Gianni Infantino wrong president despite FIFA support – report

The Football Association continues to believe Gianni Infantino is no longer the right man to lead FIFA despite his own…

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August 6, 2026

Yan Diomande leaves RB Leipzig camp to complete Real Madrid move – sources

Yan Diomande left RB Leipzig’s preseason camp on Thursday to undergo a medical in Spain ahead of his move to…

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August 6, 2026

Barcelona considering Rodri move as Real Madrid transfer talks stall – sources

Talks between Real Madrid and Rodri have stalled in recent days, multiple sources have told ESPN, with Barcelona monitoring the…

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August 6, 2026

Spain’s sports minister says country ‘deserves’ to host 2030 World Cup final, not Morocco

Spain “deserves” to host the 2030 World Cup final, according to the country’s sports minister Milagros Tolón. FIFA has yet…

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August 6, 2026

Argentina announce commemorative day to celebrate World Cup win over England

Argentina‘s Football Association unanimously approved for July 15 to be ‘National Football Teams Day’ in commemoration of the Albiceleste‘s victory…

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August 6, 2026

‘Rock star’ Matthias Jaissle the perfect man for ‘Newcastle 2.0’ – club CEO

Newcastle United CEO David Hopkinson has called new head coach Matthias Jaissle a “rock star” with “no ceiling on where…

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August 6, 2026

Enzo Maresca: Man City need to find a ‘new Rodri’August 23, 2026
Manchester City coach Enzo Maresca said the club need to find a “new Rodri” following the departure of their midfield linchpin. The World Cup and Ballon d’Or winner this week joined Barcelona after seven highly influential seasons at the Etihad Stadium, during which his successes included four Premier League titles and the Champions League. –… Read more: Enzo Maresca: Man City need to find a ‘new Rodri’
Juventus boss ‘very calm’ over Arsenal links to Kenan YildizAugust 23, 2026
Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti has brushed off reported interest from Arsenal in Türkiye winger Kenan Yildiz, saying no amount of money could prize him away from the Turin club this summer. Yildiz, 21, has been linked with a transfer to the Premiere League champions in recent days as a potential replacement for Gabriel Martinelli amid… Read more: Juventus boss ‘very calm’ over Arsenal links to Kenan Yildiz
Herrington’s dream start to life in Premier LeagueAugust 23, 2026
Teenage Socceroos star Lucas Herrington has made a dream start to life in the Premier League, coming on as a second-half substitute in Hull City‘s boilover 2-0 victory over giants Manchester United. The 18-year-old defender didn’t put a foot wrong in promoted Hull’s return to the big-time when he came on to help them protect… Read more: Herrington’s dream start to life in Premier League
Real Madrid’s José Mourinho defends Vinícius Júnior from ‘bullying’August 23, 2026
José Mourinho has defended Vinícius Júnior, saying the star is “bullied” after he clashed with Espanyol players and the crowd during Real Madrid‘s 2-1 LaLiga win on Saturday. Jude Bellingham‘s header put Madrid ahead in the ninth minute at the RCDE Stadium, but Álex Calatrava levelled for the hosts before half time. Visitors Madrid pushed… Read more: Real Madrid’s José Mourinho defends Vinícius Júnior from ‘bullying’
Real Madrid strike late to give José Mourinho winning returnAugust 23, 2026
José Mourinho’s second spell in charge of Real Madrid just about got off to a winning start, thanks to new signing Carlos Espí‘s 90th-minute goal to claim a 2-1 victory at Espanyol. The Portuguese coach, taking charge of Madrid for the first time in 13 years after being reappointed for a second spell this summer,… Read more: Real Madrid strike late to give José Mourinho winning return
Roberto De Zerbi: Tottenham ‘not a team yet’ and lacking fight after Brentford defeatAugust 23, 2026
Roberto De Zerbi has said that Tottenham are undercooked and lacking fight after they slumped to a 3-0 defeat at Brentford. Spurs’ expensive summer rebuild was shaken to its foundations by rampant Brentford on an alarming opening day for De Zerbi. The new-look side showed the same old flaws as goals from Keane Lewis-Potter, Vitaly… Read more: Roberto De Zerbi: Tottenham ‘not a team yet’ and lacking fight after Brentford defeat
Return to Sender: Ex-Sunderland man Jack Clarke ruins Elvis Presley kit debutAugust 23, 2026
Sunderland’s debut outing in their Elvis Presley-inspired pink kit ended in a case of ‘Heartbreak Hotel’ after they conceded in the 90th minute to lose 2-1 at Ipswich. The Black Cats unveiled a kit collaboration with musical great Presley in June due to a lengthy association with the late American singer which charts back to… Read more: Return to Sender: Ex-Sunderland man Jack Clarke ruins Elvis Presley kit debut
Bruno Fernandes: ‘Same mistakes, every away game’ to blame for Man United loss to HullAugust 23, 2026
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes said the “same mistakes” were responsible for his side’s shock 2-0 defeat to newly-promoted Hull City in their opening game of the Premier League season on Saturday. First-half goals from Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy were enough to give Hull their first league win over United for 52 years. “Same… Read more: Bruno Fernandes: ‘Same mistakes, every away game’ to blame for Man United loss to Hull
Michael Carrick: Man United should not panic after humbling Hull defeatAugust 22, 2026
HULL, England — Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick insisted it was not the time to panic despite watching his team fall to a humbling 2-0 defeat to newly-promoted Hull City on Saturday. United conceded twice from set-pieces in the first half as Hull recorded their first league win over United since 1974. Carrick said… Read more: Michael Carrick: Man United should not panic after humbling Hull defeat
Andy Burnham unable to sit in usual Everton seat after becoming Prime MinisterAugust 22, 2026
Prime Minister Andy Burnham took an afternoon off from running the country to watch his beloved Everton play Crystal Palace at Hill Dickinson Stadium. However, due to his recently-elevated status, the Toffees season ticket-holder was not able to sit in his usual seat — as he had previously stated he intended to do — in… Read more: Andy Burnham unable to sit in usual Everton seat after becoming Prime Minister