Passport theft delays Abdulhamid as Saudis head to U.S.

Saudi Arabia defender Saud Abdulhamid will arrive late to the national team's camp ahead of the World Cup after his passport was stolen during a break-in in Amsterdam, the Saudi Arabian Football Federation said on Monday.
26 May 2026

Messi diagnosed with left hamstring fatigue, return plan uncertain

Lionel Messi remained at the heart of an injury scare only weeks before the World Cup after medical tests diagnosed him with muscle fatigue in his left hamstring, Inter Miami announced on Monday.
26 May 2026

Brazil hope Ancelotti is the man to deliver their sixth World Cup

Brazil's quest to regain World Cup supremacy from their European rivals has led to them handing the reins to a European, with Italian Carlo Ancelotti charged with the task of ending the nation's wait to win their sixth title.
26 May 2026

FIFA reveals 48 World Cup team base training sites

Defending champions Argentina and England will have their World Cup teams based in Kansas City under a list of training sites announced by FIFA on Monday.
26 May 2026

Man Utd's Fernandes hits back at Keane over 'lie'

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has accused Roy Keane of lying about his successful bid to break the Premier League record for most assists in a single season.
26 May 2026

AC Milan sack coach Allegri after Champions League failure

AC Milan announced on Monday they had sacked coach Massimiliano Allegri and a host of senior club management after missing out on next season's Champions League.
26 May 2026

Iran to commute to World Cup games from Mexico after US refusal, Sheinbaum says

Iran's national soccer team will sleep in Mexico and travel to the U.S. on the days of its three World Cup matches after Washington declined to host the squad for the tournament, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Monday.
25 May 2026

Iranian VP urges striker Azmoun's return to national team

An Iranian vice president called Monday for striker Sardar Azmoun, who faced allegations of treason from Iran's state media, to be reinstated to the national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
25 May 2026

Jonathan David, Canada's 'Iceman' aiming to light up World Cup

Quiet and unassuming off the pitch, Jonathan David is already one of Canada's greatest footballers at just 26. Now, as the co‑hosts prepare for the World Cup, the forward hopes to make plenty of noise on the global stage.
25 May 2026

Yamal headlines Spain World Cup squad, Merino recalled

Lamine Yamal is the star name in Spain's squad for the 2026 World Cup named by coach Luis de la Fuente on Monday, which also included Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino after his recent return from injury.
25 May 2026

New coach, new energy: Jamal eyes fresh start under Dooley

Joining the camp at Kings Arena, Jamal expressed optimism over the squad and the opportunity awaiting the team.
25 May 2026

Bournemouth's European dream a 'perfect ending', says departing manager Iraola

Bournemouth were in the third tier of English football 13 years ago
25 May 2026

Zico returns, Shadhin the new face for San Marino fixture

Bangladesh Football Federation has released a 30-man preliminary squad for the June 5 international friendly against San Marino, with PWD Sporting Club forward Minhazul Karim Shadin emerging as the only new face in the setup.
25 May 2026

The silence of Belo Horizonte

Inside the stadium, tens of thousands of people were crying, yet there was almost no sound. That silence hurt more than any scream ever could. Supporters in yellow jerseys sat with their faces buried in their hands. Some stared blankly at the pitch, unable to process what had just unfolded before their eyes. Just six minutes. In the span of six devastating minutes, a nation’s dream, a generation’s wait, an entire country’s footballing identity turned to dust.
25 May 2026

Arteta urges Arsenal to make history in Champions League final

Arteta's side finally got their hands on the Premier League silverware in an emotional scene following Sunday's 2-1 win against Crystal Palace.
25 May 2026

Argentina superstar Messi exits MLS game in injury scare ahead of World Cup

Argentina superstar Messi was substituted in the 73rd minute at a rain-soaked Nu Stadium in Miami after clutching the back of his left leg and requesting to come off.
25 May 2026

'Sad' Nuno apologises to fans after West Ham relegation

West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo could not hide his "sadness" after the club were relegated from the Premier League on Sunday's final day of the season despite a 3-0 win at home to Leeds.
25 May 2026

Arsenal lift Premier League trophy after beating Palace

Arsenal lifted the Premier League trophy after celebrating their first game as champions with a 2-1 win against Crystal Palace on Sunday.
25 May 2026

King Salah signs off with assist in emotional Liverpool swansong

Mohamed Salah may not have got the goal he wanted to end his nine-year spell at Liverpool, but the Egyptian did manage an assist before making an emotional departure as his side secured a 1-1 Premier League draw at home to Brentford and a fifth-place finish that ensured Champions League football next season.
25 May 2026

Tottenham survive as Palhinha seals victory over Everton

Tottenham secured Premier League survival on a dramatic final day of the season on Sunday as West Ham's 14-year stay in the top division came to an end.
24 May 2026