The 61-year-old Mancini guided Italy to the European Championship title in 2021.

Switzerland forward Breel Embolo should not have been sent off during this month's World Cup quarterfinal against Argentina, according to a circular issued by soccer's law-making body IFAB on Tuesday.

French football icon Zinedine Zidane on Tuesday was tasked with delivering France the 2030 World Cup as coach, just as he did as a player in 1998.

Zinedine Zidane was appointed France coach on Tuesday, as widely expected, following the departure of Didier Deschamps, the French Football Federation (FFF) announced.

Brazilian superstar Neymar's future at Santos appears increasingly uncertain, with reports suggesting his contract is unlikely to be extended beyond its expiry in December 2026 amid mounting tensions within the club.

"We should congratulate the team that did better in that match and move on," Argentina national team video analyst Matias Manna said.

Cutting inside Alexis Mac Allister before curling a perfectly placed right-footed strike into the top corner beyond Emiliano Martinez, Cabral levelled the score at 2-2 and gave Cabo Verde supporters emotions they had never imagined they would experience against the FIFA World Cup defending champions.

Under the trial, if play is stopped for a goalkeeper injury, the manager or head coach must immediately nominate an outfield player to leave the pitch for at least one minute after play resumes. The new rule will take away the incentive for a team to gain a tactical advantage from the stoppage.

Paolo Maldini and Leonardo have decided to resign from their roles with the Italian Football Federation (FIGC), Sky Sport Italia reported on Monday.

It has been a remarkable rise for a boy who grew up sharing a home with 25 people in Abidjan.

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The full-back, who plays for Turkish club Trabzonspor, produced one of the tournament's most sublime moments in Miami on July 4 when, after gliding past Alexis Mac Allister, he curled a magnificent effort beyond Emiliano Martínez and into the top corner to level the match at 2-2 in extra time.

In a message shared on social media, the France captain reflected on the highs and lows of the tournament, describing it as "a month of excitement, overcoming challenges and pride in wearing the colours of France."

England midfielder Morgan Rogers is an ideal signing for Chelsea and could form an exciting partnership with midfielder Cole Palmer, new manager Xabi Alonso said on Monday.

FIFA faced criticism over a number of issues during the tournament, including debate over U.S. visa restrictions affecting supporters and officials from several countries and concerns involving teams from conflict-hit regions.

The history books will record Ferran Torres as Spain’s official Player of the Match for scoring the winner, but the most vivid act of heroism belonged to a teenager.

Pirlo's candidacy came under scrutiny because of his role as a global ambassador for Russian bookmaker Fonbet, prompting objections from Italian Football Federation (FIGC) officials and from Italian lawmakers.

The 48-year-old described the emotional aftermath of the final, saying: "Sadness and joy have intertwined, tears and smiles, anguish and tranquility."

Ayala was caught forcefully placing his hands near Olmo's neck in the aftermath of Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina during the scrap that followed after full time.

Speaking to Spanish newspaper AS following Spain's World Cup triumph, the 65-year-old coach reflected on the tactical identity that carried his side to a flawless tournament, while also reiterating the values that have shaped one of the most successful international teams in recent years.