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Former Kaizer Chiefs coaches in high demand as Naturena post remains open
Nick Said · 2 days ago
Former Kaizer Chiefs co-coaches Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef helped guide the club to third place in the Betway Premiership this past season, but could be on opposing benches in the coming campaign.
Sacked Liverpool boss Slot reportedly turns down Fulham job as other links persist
Zack Oaten / Tri · 2 days ago
Former Liverpool boss Arne Slot has reportedly turned down the Fulham role this week.
Germany's Karl ruled out of World Cup with injury, Ouedraogo called up
Reuters · 2 days ago
Germany's attacking midfielder Lennart Karl will miss the World Cup after sustaining a muscle tear in training before Saturday's friendly international against the United States, coach Julian Nagelsmann said.
Flashscore sources: Bayern not concerned about Real Madrid's €150m interest in Olise
Dean Jones · 2 days ago
Michael Olise has been revealed as Real Madrid's dream €150million transfer target - but Bayern Munich sources have told Flashscore that there is no amount of money that would be enough to prise him away from the German giants.
Wasteful Canada unable to beat Ireland in final pre-World Cup friendly at home
Matthew Rhodes · 2 days ago
Canada finished their preparations for the FIFA World Cup (WC) with a 1-1 draw against the Republic of Ireland at the Saputo Stadium, stretching Les Rouges’ unbeaten run to eight matches.
Iran players granted visas from US to partake in World Cup
AFP · 2 days ago
Iran's football squad have been granted visas to enter the United Sates so they can play in the World Cup, US Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack confirmed Friday.
Messi doing 'much better' in recovery as Argentina prepares for friendlies
AFP · 2 days ago
Lionel Messi has taken a step forward in his injury recovery and could play a few minutes in Argentina's upcoming friendlies before their World Cup opener, coach Lionel Scaloni said Friday.
Spain crush England while Germany book spot at Women's World Cup finals
Reuters · 2 days ago
Spain thrashed England 4-0 to move a step closer to automatic qualification for next year's Women's World Cup finals, with Germany booking their spot thanks to a comfortable home win over Norway in the penultimate round of European qualifiers on Friday.
White House official confirms Iran players granted visas to enter the US for World Cup
Reuters · 2 days ago
Iran's World Cup football players have been granted visas to enter the United States, a White House official told Reuters on Friday, just 10 days before their first match in Los Angeles amid a conflict between the two countries.
Jordan forward Ibrahim Sabra out of World Cup with torn ankle ligament
Reuters · 2 days ago
Jordan's 20-year-old forward Ibrahim Sabra has been ruled out of the World Cup in North America after suffering a torn ankle ligament in training, the country's football association (JFA) said on Friday.
England boss Tuchel shrugs off poor conditions ahead of warm-up game against New Zealand
Reuters · 3 days ago
England's World Cup preparations have been hit by concerns over a potentially poor pitch for Saturday's friendly against New Zealand as well as unexpectedly wet weather in Florida, though manager Thomas Tuchel said he would stick to his plans.
Lionel Messi named in line-up for MLS All-Star game next month
AFP · 3 days ago
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi of Argentina was among the first 11 players named on Friday to the MLS squad for next month's MLS All-Star Game at Charlotte, North Carolina.
Fenerbahce presidential candidate Hakan Safi says agreement reached to sign Mason Greenwood
Shina Oludare / · 3 days ago
Fenerbahce presidential candidate Hakan Safi has revealed that the club have reached a verbal agreement with Marseille forward Mason Greenwood.
Super-sub Harder puts Denmark on the brink of World Cup with crucial win against Sweden
Svend Bertil Fra · 3 days ago
Pernille Harder who had struggled with a muscle injury leading up to the crucial World Cup qualifier against Sweden, scored four minutes after replacing Amailie Vangsgaard with 30 minutes to go when Denmark took a vital step towards qualifying for the prestigious tournament with a 2-1 win against their Scandinavian rivals on Friday night.
'Does not look good': Lennart Karl suffers injury in Germany training before World Cup
Reuters · 3 days ago
Germany teenager Lennart Karl suffered an unspecified injury in training on Friday and is on the way to hospital, coach Julian Nagelsmann said as his team prepare for Saturday's final warm-up against the US ahead of the World Cup.
Football Spirit: The return of Spain's empire and Ronaldo’s Last Dance with Portugal
Jan Denemark · 3 days ago
An era of absolute dominance followed by years of deep disappointment on one side, and the historic farewell of one of the greatest players of all time on the other. The opening episode of Flashscore's new four-part series called Football Spirit, featuring the eight main favourites of the World Cup, takes us to the Iberian Peninsula. Both Spain and Portugal arrive at the tournament with immense strength and a clear desire to prove that they deserve to sit on football’s throne.
Egypt's Hossam Abdelmaguid ready to fulfil 'childhood dream' at FIFA World Cup
Reuters · 3 days ago
Egypt defender Hossam Abdelmaguid said his "childhood dream" of playing at the World Cup has come sooner than expected, as the 25‑year‑old targets a deep run at the finals in North America.
Thomas Frank won't return to management this summer, to focus on World Cup coverage
Reuters · 3 days ago
Thomas Frank is trading management headaches for microphones and mountain stages, revealing on Friday that he has rejected job offers to spend his summer covering the World Cup and experiencing the Tour de France after a disappointing spell at Tottenham Hotspur.
Mbekezeli Mbokazi to play in same team as Lionel Messi after MLS recognition
Nick Said · 3 days ago
Chicago Fire’s Mbekezeli Mbokazi has become the second South African after the great Doctor Khumalo to be named in Major League Soccer’s All-Star team after winning the most votes of any player, including Lionel Messi and Son Heung-min, in 2026.
Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal wins LaLiga Player of the Season for 2025/26
Reuters · 3 days ago
Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal has been named LaLiga Player of the season, the Spanish league announced on Friday.
