Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has cracked down on a major human trafficking racket, arresting 22 men who posed as professional footballers to illegally enter Japan on forged documents.

“The second penalty is disgraceful, it wasn’t a penalty, I would have said so even if it had been in my team’s favour. It was never a penalty,” De Zerbi told reporters.

The goal was Messi's 20th in MLS play, one behind league leader Sam Surridge of Nashville SC.

The initiative marks an increase of close to 70% from the $209 million paid out after the 2022 tournament in Qatar.

After Paris Saint-Germain’s historic 5-0 demolition of Inter Milan in May, the tournament that introduced a radical new format last season is set for its second run.

The Champions League is back on Tuesday, promising drama, upsets and nights to remember under Europe’s brightest lights.

Arteta's side lost to eventual winners Paris St Germain, ending their hopes of winning European club soccer's biggest prize for the first time.

Erling Haaland capped a remarkable week with two goals in Manchester City's 3-0 drubbing of Manchester United on Sunday but the sight of Phil Foden opening the scoring was perhaps the most significant aspect of the derby win.

The sale surpasses the $1.33 million paid for a 1958 Alifabolaget Pele card in 2022, making it the most expensive soccer card on record.

"I hope next time someone won't remind me of my age anymore!" joked 40-year-old Modric.

"What can I say, it's a dream to play and score such a hugely important goal for Juve," said Adzic.

Xabi Alonso's side top the table on 12 points from four games, three ahead of second-placed Athletic Bilbao after they fell 1-0 against Alaves to tarnish their own perfect start.

Spain midfielder Zubimendi's first Arsenal goal, a stunning volley in the 32nd minute, capped a dominant first half for the hosts.

Dozens of people were injured after violence broke out during the final match of the Cox’s Bazar Deputy Commissioner Gold Cup Football Tournament at Birshreshtha Ruhul Amin Stadium yesterday.

Manchester City's new goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma is ready to prove himself in the "best league in the world" after leaving Paris Saint-Germain.

The 2027 Champions League final will be played at the Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid, European football's governing body UEFA announced on Thursday.

The Bangladesh team was originally scheduled to return on Wednesday, but the second and final FIFA friendly match against Nepal was called off following Monday’s violence

"I was surprised because I didn't know I was the first, so it's a blessing," London-born Spence said.

Liverpool striker Hugo Ekitike has welcomed the arrival of British record signing Alexander Isak and says he is excited about the challenge of competing for a place in the line-up with the Swedish forward.

France forward Kylian Mbappe said equalling Thierry Henry's tally of 51 international goals was an honour, but added that surpassing Olivier Giroud's all-time record was not something he dwells on, as his focus stays on winning titles with Les Bleus.