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… We're working with pushing everything that we can to make the best of it." Having spent last season on loan with Barcelona, Marcus Rashford is back at United this week after returning from the World Cup. …
Carrick urges Man Utd to push for more signings to boost title bidCitizen Digital
… ed Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Belgium's Youri Tielemans looks dejected after a soccer game between Spain and Belgian national team Red Devils, on Friday 10 July 2026 in Los Angeles, USA, in the 1/4 finals of the FIFA World Cup …
Tielemans apologises for offending Villa fans with Man Utd boastCitizen Digital
Manchester City's Anderson eager to repay record fee with silverware By Reuters August 13, 2026 08:31 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter FIFA World Cup 2026 - England Training - Swope Soccer Village, Kansas Ci …
Manchester City's Anderson eager to repay record fee with silverwareCitizen Digital
… Molina from Atletico Madrid By AFP August 13, 2026 12:56 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Spain’s #17 forward Nico Williams, under pressure from Argentina's #26 defender Nahuel Molina, during FIFA World Cup …
Roma signs Argentina's Molina from Atletico MadridCitizen Digital
… The Red Devils are home after a defeat in 1/8 Finals against Spain at the FIFA World Cup 2026, in the United States, Canada and Mexico. …
Lukaku joins Turkish side Fenerbahce from NapoliCitizen Digital
… Ronaldo, who played for Portugal at the World Cup this summer where they exited in the last 16, currently plays for Saudi club Al Nassr. …
Cristiano Ronaldo marries long-term partner Georgina RodriguezCitizen Digital
Somali referee denied World Cup 'proud' to oversee UEFA Super Cup By AFP August 11, 2026 03:41 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Referee Omar Artan who has made history as the first Somalian to be selected to …
Somali referee denied World Cup 'proud' to oversee UEFA Super CupCitizen Digital
… stake' to replace FIFA's Infantino By AFP August 11, 2026 11:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Gianni Infantino, president of FIFA, and Donald Trump, president of the United States, pose with the World Cup …
Trump says would be 'terrible mistake' to replace FIFA's InfantinoThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeSomalian referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan gestures during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 group D football match on January 23, 2024. [AFP] Somalian referee Omar Artan, who was denied the chance to referee at the World Cup after being refused entry to the Unite …
Somali referee denied World Cup 'proud' to oversee UEFA Super CupCitizen Digital
… By AFP August 10, 2026 04:14 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter FIFA president Gianni Infantino looks on during a meeting with the White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the Oval Office of the Wh …
What next for beleaguered FIFA president Infantino?Manchester United manager Michael Carrick praised midfielder Kobbie Mainoo as a "real joy" to work with after the England international's performance in the team's 4-0 victory over Sabah, completing 81 passes in 64 minutes on his first Champions League start and playing a major role in United's upturn since Carrick took charge in January.
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Manchester United manager Michael Carrick praised midfielder Kobbie Mainoo as a "real joy" to work with after the England international's performance in the team's 4-0 victory over Sabah, completing 81 passes in 64 minutes on his first Champions League start and playing a major role in United's upturn since Carrick took charge in January.
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Former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino says Chelsea should be stripped of their 2016-17 Premier League title for financial rule breaches and the honour awarded to Spurs, who finished seven points behind. Chelsea were fined £10 million and given a suspended two-window transfer ban in July for 74 breaches of FA regulations involving agents, intermediaries and third-party investment during the Roman Abramovich era.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone believes his team will improve after a slow start to the season, despite a 3-0 loss to Athletic Bilbao and falling five points behind La Liga leaders Barcelona after four games. Simeone remains confident as Atletico aim to reach the Champions League final at their Metropolitano Stadium.
9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca said it "was not easy" for World Cup players to find form early in the season, agreeing with striker Erling Haaland's observation that players started tired. Haaland noted he had no pre-season after Norway reached the World Cup quarterfinals.
8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Barcelona star Lamine Yamal said Tuesday he will not beg for the Ballon d'Or trophy after winning the World Cup with Spain and La Liga with Barcelona, telling reporters he is content to let others decide whether he deserves the prize.
8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe said it was natural for people to consider him as a potential Ballon d'Or winner after scoring 10 goals at the World Cup this summer to win the Golden Boot, with France finishing fourth. Mbappe, 27, has scored 22 goals in World Cup competitions during his career, making him the all-time top scorer.
7 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe said it is natural for people to consider him for the Ballon d'Or after scoring 10 goals at the World Cup this summer to win the Golden Boot, taking his career World Cup tally to 22 goals as the tournament's all-time top scorer.
7 September 2026 · The Standard →
PSG coach Luis Enrique said the sale of France winger Bradley Barcola to Liverpool on August 31, 2026 was a good deal for all parties, with Barcola wanting more playing time and the club respecting his wishes.
4 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA has accused UEFA of a "smear campaign" and "fishing expedition" after UEFA asked US judges to force FIFA to disclose documents related to its failed plan to secure private investment in World Cup tournaments. UEFA has threatened possible legal action against FIFA president Gianni Infantino for alleged "criminal mismanagement" over the scrapped investor plan.
4 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international football on August 31, 2026, ending a 21-year career with Argentina during which the team won three major titles including the 2022 World Cup. Argentina now faces a transition period with questions surrounding coach Lionel Scaloni and other ageing players.
2 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The FIFA national team ranking indicates each country's standing in world football and influences World Cup draw seeding and competition structures. Spain leads the ranking after winning the World Cup, and FIFA now provides live provisional ranking updates during matches.
2 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Lionel Messi, 39, has announced his retirement from international football after 21 years with Argentina. His decision came roughly six weeks after Argentina lost the 2026 FIFA World Cup final 1–0 to Spain, and three weeks after the death of his father and longtime manager.
1 September 2026 · The Standard →
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho said Kylian Mbappe deserves to win this year's Ballon d'Or, arguing the award should go to "the best player in the world" rather than be decided by World Cup or Champions League success. Mbappe became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history during the 2026 tournament and was the top scorer in La Liga and the Champions League last season.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane confirmed negotiations have started on extending his deal beyond 2027. The 33-year-old said the first meeting occurred last week and expressed hope to continue at the club while noting details still need to be discussed.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Two Argentine sports marketing executives, Hugo and Mariano Jinkis, admitted to bribing international soccer officials to secure lucrative media rights in a scheme that defrauded FIFA, CONCACAF, and CONMEBOL. Under a deferred prosecution agreement with US prosecutors, they agreed to forfeit $50 million and avoid trial.
28 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
UEFA is preparing to file a criminal complaint in Switzerland against FIFA president Gianni Infantino for "criminal mismanagement" over his shelved plan to bring private financing into the World Cup, according to a legal document seen by AFP.
28 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ayyoub Bouaddi, an 18-year-old signed by Manchester City from Lille for an initial 100 million euros, is set to make his Premier League debut at Crystal Palace on Friday. Manager Enzo Maresca said the midfielder is "ready to go" but called for patience with the most expensive teenager in Premier League history.
27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Saudi Arabia's Football Federation expressed support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino and welcomed his joint statement with Secretary General Mattias Grafstrom acknowledging mistakes and abandoning a plan to bring private financing into the World Cup, which had triggered global opposition.
27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
World Cup-winning players Fabio Cannavaro and Cafu have joined other former footballers in publicly supporting FIFA President Gianni Infantino on social media, despite his scrapped plan to open the World Cup to private investment and calls from another group of former players for leadership change at FIFA.
27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
UEFA, which had threatened to boycott FIFA competitions over plans to allow private investment in the World Cup and Club World Cup through a new commercial subsidiary, is expected to drop the boycott threat. The dispute arose after FIFA proposed creating a FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) to attract private investors, which UEFA had criticized as a "shady, opaque backroom deal."
27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
UEFA is "likely" to withdraw its threat to boycott FIFA tournaments after the two conditions it sought from FIFA following president Gianni Infantino's failed attempt to secure private investment in the World Cup have been met, according to a source.
26 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ayyoub Bouaddi has become the most expensive teenager in Premier League history after joining Manchester City from Lille in a five-year deal worth 100 million euros (£85.6 million), surpassing Manchester United's 2024 signing of Leny Yoro from the same club.
26 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Xavi Hernández, newly appointed head coach of the Netherlands national team, vowed to restore the attacking football style the Oranje are known for. He said playing offensive, dominating football will bring better results after the team's disappointing recent World Cup campaign.
26 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former footballer Emmanuel Petit and others have called for "change" in FIFA's leadership following the failed plan to open the World Cup to private investors, saying "power has blurred the current leadership's ability to distinguish between its own interests and what is best for football."
24 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Cameroon star Samuel Eto'o has backed FIFA president Gianni Infantino, saying he "hasn't done anything wrong" despite intense scrutiny over a failed private investment proposal for FIFA tournaments including the World Cup. UEFA and other federations have withdrawn support and threatened boycotts over the controversial plan.
24 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane received his second European Golden Shoe after scoring the most goals in Europe's top divisions last season. The 33-year-old said he hopes to win the Ballon d'Or after what he calls his "best season ever," during which he scored 73 goals for club and country.
20 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
English football's chief refereeing officer Howard Webb has warned Premier League clubs to expect stricter officiating on grappling and holding during set-pieces next season, citing too many unpunished instances last season. Arsenal drew particular attention for their set-piece expertise, with rival managers and fans complaining about their wrestling tactics.
20 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Dutch midfielder Tijjani Reijnders completed a move from Manchester City to Saudi Pro League side Al Qadsiah on Wednesday in a deal reportedly worth 61 million euros. Reijnders, who represented the Netherlands at the recent World Cup, has signed a contract until 2031.
19 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Barcelona announced the signing of Spain's World Cup-winning captain Rodri from Manchester City on a deal running until 2030, reportedly for around 75 million euros. The 30-year-old midfielder, a 2024 Ballon d'Or winner, joined Barcelona after seven years at Manchester City.
18 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA President Gianni Infantino's chief operating officer Kevin Lamour has departed after breaking ranks with senior FIFA directors and criticizing Infantino's plan to bring private investment into FIFA competitions, including World Cups. Lamour had refused to sign off on the deal and described it as "the project of one person."
18 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →