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Chelsea drop Enzo Fernandez for two matches after public comments on future
Reuters · 2 months ago
Chelsea have dropped their record signing Enzo Fernandez for two matches after the midfielder publicly cast doubt over his future at Stamford Bridge, manager Liam Rosenior said on Friday.
Bayern boss Kompany reveals Kane to miss Freiburg match, should be fit for Real Madrid
AFP · 2 months ago
Harry Kane will miss Bayern Munich's Bundesliga match at Freiburg this weekend but should be fit for their Champions League clash with Real Madrid next week, coach Vincent Kompany said Friday.
Kenya boss Benni McCarthy remains adamant on 2027 AFCON target
Dennis Mabuka · 2 months ago
Kenya national team head coach Benni McCarthy has for the second time made it clear he wants to see Harambee Stars make it out of the group stage during the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in East Africa.
Ronaldo, Messi, Vinicius Junior and Mbappe join forces for World Cup LEGO promotion
Svend Bertil Fra · 2 months ago
With just a few months left before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, four of the biggest names in football, Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo, Argentina's Lionel Messi, and Real Madrid stars Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe, have joined forces for a LEGO promotion.
One stat from each team in the UWCL quarter-finals & UWEC semi-finals return legs
David Parkes · 2 months ago
Four teams from different countries advanced in the UEFA Women's Champions League this week, while the inaugural UEFA Women's Europa Cup final will feature sides from the same nation. Here is a stat for each team following their respective games.
Colombian star James Rodriguez in hospital due to 'severe dehydration'
AFP · 2 months ago
Colombian soccer captain James Rodriguez was hospitalized for three days with severe dehydration following a friendly match against France, Colombia's soccer federation said Thursday.
Soccer-Australia, Japan women say AFC ignoring pay inequality concerns
Reuters · 2 months ago
Women's Asian Cup finalists Australia and Japan said on Thursday the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) had ignored an invitation to address gender pay inequality before the record-breaking tournament.
Man United wait on Barcelona Rashford decision as they weigh up Diomande signing
Dean Jones · 2 months ago
Manchester United are navigating a summer rebuild, and Marcus Rashford’s future is closely tied to plans for a new exciting attacker.
OL Lyonnes topple Wolfsburg in extra time to advance in the Women's Champions League
AFP · 2 months ago
Lyon ran riot in extra-time to beat Wolfsburg 4-0 on Thursday to advance to the Women's Champions League semi-finals 4-1 on aggregate.
Putellas shines as Barcelona demolish Real Madrid to reach women's Champions League semis
AFP · 2 months ago
Barcelona demolished rivals Real Madrid 6-0 on Thursday to progress to the women's Champions League semi-finals 12-2 on aggregate.
Roberto De Zerbi plans Tottenham stay regardless of relegation fight outcome
AFP · 2 months ago
New Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi confirmed he will remain at the club next season even if they suffer relegation from the Premier League, as he welcomed the biggest challenge of his career.
Poland's Robert Lewandowski hints at international retirement after play-off heartbreak
Reuters · 2 months ago
Poland captain Robert Lewandowski has hinted at his international retirement following the country's failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, marking the potential end for the national team's all-time leading goalscorer.
Nigeria to face Portugal and Poland in June international friendlies
Shina Oludare · 2 months ago
The Nigeria Football Federation has confirmed that the Nigeria national team will face Portugal and Poland in high-profile international friendlies in June.
Mircea Lucescu leaves role as Romania coach after World Cup play-off defeat
Reuters · 2 months ago
Mircea Lucescu has left his position as head coach of Romania’s national team, the Romanian Football Federation (FRF) said on Thursday.
President of Italian FA resigns after nation miss out on World Cup again
Flashscore · 2 months ago
After seeing Italy fail to qualify for the World Cup for the third time in a row, FIGC president Gabriele Gravina faced unprecedented pressure, and he has now announced his resignation.
Gerrard reveals his plea to Salah over not leaving Liverpool 'under a cloud'
Zack Oaten / Tri · 2 months ago
Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has spoken about his talk with Mohamed Salah before he leaves the club.
AGF could try to qualify for the Champions League in the stadium of bitter rivals
Svend Bertil Fra · 2 months ago
Superliga league leaders AGF state that if they qualify for European football, they will play their home games at Cepheus Park in Randers.
Swedish Arsenal striker registers iconic goal mask celebration as trademark
Svend Bertil Fra · 2 months ago
Arsenal's Swedish international striker Viktor Gyokeres have registered his goal celebration as a trademark.
Corinthians' Allan shown red card for crotch gesture in match against Fluminense
Reuters · 2 months ago
Corinthians midfielder Allan Rodrigues de Souza was sent off for making an obscene gesture towards an opponent during a Brazilian Serie A match, as the VAR intervened after the referee did not see him grabbing his crotch.
Big names: Every coach to have lifted the Nedbank Cup since it was first played in 2008
Nick Said · 2 months ago
Whoever lifts the Nedbank Cup this season, there will be a new name to add to the list of coaches to have delivered the trophy.
