France’s slow starts cannot stop Belgium dominance under Zidane
France maintained their perfect start under Zinedine Zidane with a 1-0 victory over Belgium in the second round of Group...
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France v Turkey: Ticket prices, Bordeaux venue guide and Nations League details
France will host Turkey in their final home international of 2026 when the sides meet at Matmut Atlantique in Bordeaux...
Schweinsteiger calls for a new Germany identity after difficult Klopp start
Germany’s opening two matches under Jurgen Klopp have failed to produce a win, prompting former international Bastian Schweinsteiger to question...
Jorge Jesus sets new standard for Cristiano Ronaldo after Norway win
Cristiano Ronaldo’s unused substitute appearance in Portugal’s 2-1 victory over Norway marked a rare moment in his international career and...
Messi moves within two free-kick goals of historic record after Inter Miami strike
Lionel Messi is now two goals away from matching Marcelino Carioca’s record for the most free-kick goals in football history...
Xavi demands width and faster football before Netherlands Nations League tests
Xavi Hernandez says his first week as Netherlands manager has been encouraging but insufficient, with the former Barcelona and Spain...
Manchester City verdict puts fresh pressure on Nasser Al-Khelaifi ahead of EFC meeting
The decision to find Manchester City in breach of Premier League financial rules has reignited tensions in European football, just...
Messi closes in on historic free-kick record as Ronaldo sits ninth
Lionel Messi has moved to within two goals of the all-time record for direct free-kick goals, with the Argentina forward...
Roberto Mancini rejects Manchester City financial-case concerns
Roberto Mancini says he is not concerned by the financial-rule case involving his former club Manchester City, despite the Premier...
Mohamed Salah’s artificial-turf decision faces a European comparison
The decision to leave Mohamed Salah out of Egypt’s match against South Sudan because of concerns over artificial turf could...
Pedrerol puts forward Oyarzabal as his Ballon d’Or choice after Wembley winner
Josep Pedrerol has named Mikel Oyarzabal as his choice to win the Ballon d’Or, despite the Real Sociedad forward not...
‘I was really surprised’: Fermin Lopez on Barcelona team-mate Anthony Gordon
Fermin Lopez says Anthony Gordon was the Barcelona signing who surprised him most during the summer transfer window. The Spain...
Mourinho’s Real Madrid rebuild begins with Vinicius decision looming
Real Madrid return to training on Monday with only seven first-team players available, as Jose Mourinho begins preparing for a...
Bahrain Football Association to pursue legal options after Assim Madibo appeal rejected
The Bahrain Football Association says it will continue to defend its legal rights over the participation of Qatar player Assim...
Abdelhak Nouri’s smile brings fresh hope nine years after Ajax collapse
The family of former Ajax midfielder Abdelhak Nouri says his health is now stable and significantly better than it was...
Real Madrid great Michel Salgado begins first full managerial role in Brazil
Michel Salgado will take charge of Brazilian fourth-tier side North Esporte from the start of the 2027 season, the club...
Ireland’s Gaza tribute draws fury from Israeli foreign minister before 3-0 win
Israel’s Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar criticised Ireland after the Republic of Ireland players wore black armbands in solidarity with victims...
Zinedine Zidane predicted Michael Olise would score in France win over Belgium
Zinedine Zidane said he believed Michael Olise would find the net as soon as he saw the France forward run...
Mancini praises Italy’s possession after 4-1 win over Turkey
Roberto Mancini praised Italy’s control of possession after they secured a dominant 4-1 victory over Turkey in the second round...
Italy end 1,198-day wait for Mancini victory with emphatic Nations League win over Turkey
Italy ended a 1,198-day wait for a victory with Roberto Mancini by beating Turkey 4-1 in their UEFA Nations League...