France held by Italy as Opta statistic highlights recurring Nations League problem
France were unable to turn an early lead into victory as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Italy...
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Robert Lewandowski emulates Lamine Yamal celebration after Poland hat-trick
Robert Lewandowski marked a historic night for Poland by copying former Barcelona team-mate Lamine Yamal’s trademark celebration after scoring a...
Lionel Messi celebrates first win as CD Eldense owner after 4-1 victory
Lionel Messi has recorded his first victory in Spain as the owner of a club other than former side Barcelona,...
Upamecano red card revives Zidane’s infamous Italy World Cup memory
Dayot Upamecano was sent off as France drew 1-1 with Italy in the third round of the UEFA Nations League...
De Bruyne reaches 201 career goals with Belgium double against Turkey
Kevin De Bruyne scored twice as Belgium hosted Turkey at the Maurice Dufrasne Stadium on Friday, with the Napoli midfielder...
Spain boss Luis de la Fuente hints at Lamine Yamal rest against Czech Republic
Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has suggested Lamine Yamal could start on the bench against the Czech Republic in...
Argentina v Burkina Faso friendly in doubt as African side remain stranded in Morocco
Argentina’s friendly against Burkina Faso on Saturday is in doubt after the visiting team was delayed in reaching Buenos Aires....
Michael Olise scores landmark free-kick as France honour Zinedine Zidane
Michael Olise marked Zinedine Zidane’s emotional return to the Stade de France by scoring a superb free-kick in France’s meeting...
Hassan Tambakti returns to boost Saudi Arabia ahead of Qatar semi-final
Saudi Arabia have received a major defensive boost before Saturday’s Gulf Cup 27 semi-final against Qatar, with Hassan Tambakti declared...
De la Fuente declines to say what he would have done in Ronaldo dispute
Luis de la Fuente has refused to be drawn into the controversy involving Cristiano Ronaldo and the Portugal national team,...
French courts dismiss Kylian Mbappe’s harassment case against Paris Saint-Germain
French courts have rejected Kylian Mbappe’s complaint against Paris Saint-Germain over alleged “moral harassment”, bringing an end to the legal...
Al-Ahli face Zakaria Hawsawi absence for crucial Al-Nassr derby
Al-Ahli could be without left-back Zakaria Hawsawi for their Saudi Pro League meeting with Al-Nassr after the defender suffered an...
Cucurella says Spain’s stability contrasts with Real Madrid’s new beginning
Marc Cucurella says the settled nature of Spain’s squad is in marked contrast to the early stages of his time...
France fans give Zinedine Zidane a hero’s welcome on return to Stade de France
Zinedine Zidane received a rapturous reception from France supporters as he returned to Stade de France for the first time...
Raphinha named La Liga’s September player of the month after beating Mbappe
Raphinha has been named La Liga’s player of the month for September after making nine goal contributions for Barcelona during...
De la Fuente refuses to comment on Ronaldo situation before Spain face Czech Republic
Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has declined to comment on Cristiano Ronaldo’s situation after the Portugal forward left his...
David Davis names Al Ahly squad for African Champions League title defence
David Davis has announced the Al Ahly men’s handball squad for the African Clubs Champions League, which will be held...
Cucurella jokes he will get a Ballon d’Or gift from winning team-mate
Spain defender Marc Cucurella says he would vote for himself in the Ballon d’Or award if he had the choice,...
Sevilla used entire remaining wage budget to sign Youssouf Fofana, says Luis Garcia Plaza
Sevilla manager Luis Garcia Plaza says the club committed all of its remaining wage budget to complete the loan signing...
Salem Al-Dawsari returns to Al Hilal training after knee surgery
Al Hilal captain Salem Al-Dawsari has returned to team training after recovering from the injury that kept him out of...