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World Cup 2026 (Qualifiers): France’s squad for the matches against Azerbaijan and Iceland
Eight months before the 2026 World Cup, France’s coach, Didier Deschamps, revealed his squad to face Azerbaijan and Iceland in qualification. A group marked by the return of William Saliba and the first call-up of Jean-Philippe Mateta. A little over… -
Champions League: Barça’s squad for the clash with PSG
Barça takes on PSG this Wednesday night in the Champions League. The blaugrana squad for this clash of titans has been announced. The Champions League is in the spotlight this Wednesday night with a high-profile clash between Barça and PSG.… -
Real Madrid: Mbappé matches a Cristiano Ronaldo record
Having scored 13 goals in just 9 matches, Kylian Mbappé is already carrying Real Madrid and is edging closer to Cristiano Ronaldo’s record standards in the merengue shirt. Kylian Mbappé is having a sensational start to the season with Real… -
Champions League: Mourinho laments the lack of training after Benfica’s defeat to Chelsea
José Mourinho regretted the lack of training time with his players after Benfica’s defeat to Chelsea in the Champions League, while seeing encouraging signs in his team’s performance. Benfica coach José Mourinho regretted on Tuesday night the lack of tactical… -
Champions League: Victor Osimhen makes history
Victor Osimhen became on Tuesday the first Nigerian to score ten goals in the Champions League after his decisive penalty in Galatasaray’s victory over Liverpool. Galatasaray’s Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen, scored his 10th Champions League goal on Tuesday night in… -
Champions League: Real Madrid earn a 5-0 win over Kairat Almaty
With a hat-trick from Kylian Mbappé, Real Madrid comfortably beat Kairat Almaty (5-0) this Tuesday in the Champions League. A victory that allows the Merengues to take the top spot in the league phase. Mission accomplished for Real Madrid! Traveling… -
Champions League: official lineups for Kaïrat Almaty vs Real Madrid
Real Madrid faces Kaïrat Almaty this Tuesday (17h45, GMT+1) in the second matchday of the first round of the Champions League. The official lineups of both teams have been released. Lineups Kaïrat Almaty : Kalmurza – Tapalov, Martynovich, Sorokin, Mata… -
U20 World Cup 2025: a sluggish start for African teams
At the U20 World Cup in Chile, African teams had a tough start: Egypt, South Africa and Nigeria were defeated, leaving only Morocco to save face with a prestigious win over Spain. The kickoff of the U20 World Cup in… -
Champions League: PSG squad to face Barça
PSG coach Luis Enrique has revealed the list of players selected to face Barça this Wednesday in the Champions League. Several key players are missing. PSG take on Barça this Wednesday in the Champions League. A tough opponent for the… -
La Liga : Real Madrid thrashed by Atlético in a crazy derby
Despite goals from Kylian Mbappé and Arda Guler, Real Madrid suffered a heavy defeat to Atlético (2-5) this Saturday in La Liga. A loss that could play into Barça’s hands, who host Real Sociedad tomorrow night. -
Champions League: With Salah, Liverpool’s squad to face Galatasaray
Liverpool has named 21 players for their trip to Istanbul in the Champions League this Tuesday against Galatasaray. Salah, Alisson and Van Dijk will be on the trip. Liverpool has selected a squad of 21 players for their trip to… -
2025 U20 World Cup: Nigeria caught out in opener by Norway, France tames South Africa
Nigeria began its 2025 U20 World Cup campaign with a defeat (0-1) against Norway. Meanwhile, South Africa lost to France (1-2). In their opening match in Group F of the 2025 U20 World Cup, Nigeria went down (0-1) to Norway.… -
Mourinho: “I remain the greatest manager in Chelsea’s history”
In a press conference before the showdown with the Blues, Benfica coach José Mourinho insisted that he remains “the greatest manager in Chelsea’s history,” pointing to his three Premier League titles. On the eve of the Champions League clash between… -
Barça – Athletic Bilbao, Real Madrid – Atlético, the matchups of the Spanish Super Cup
The matchups for the Spanish Super Cup have been announced. The competition will take place next January in Saudi Arabia. The Spanish Football Federation has unveiled the Final Four matchups for this season’s Spanish Super Cup. The tournament will be… -
Manchester United: Xavi already sees himself on the Red Devils’ bench
Under pressure after Manchester United’s catastrophic start to the season, Ruben Amorim already sees his job being eyed by Xavi, who is ready to pounce on the opportunity. According to the BBC, Xavi Hernandez is reportedly aiming to succeed Ruben… -
Bayern Munich: Harry Kane dethrones Ronaldo and Haaland
By scoring his 100th goal for Bayern in just 104 matches, Harry Kane edges ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo and Erling Haaland, setting a new record for the fastest to reach that mark in Europe’s top leagues. Having scored a brace… -
Friendly: a Nigeria – Colombia clash in November
Nigeria will face Colombia on November 18 at Citi Field in New York, as part of preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Nigeria’s Super Eagles will take on Colombia in an international friendly scheduled for Citi… -
Inter Miami: Sergio Busquets announces his retirement from the sport
Spanish midfielder for Inter Miami, 2010 World Cup winner, Sergio Busquets, announced his retirement at the end of the 2025 MLS season. Spanish midfielder for Inter Miami, Sergio Busquets, announced he would hang up his boots at the end of… -
The Ballon d’Or Isn’t Made of Gold: The Manufacturing Secrets of the Highly Coveted Trophy
Neither solid gold nor a simple trophy, the most prestigious prize in football is the result of a craftsman’s work of about a hundred hours. Contrary to what its name might suggest, the Ballon d’Or is not made of solid… -
U-17 Women’s World Cup: Morocco vs. Brazil, Ivory Coast vs. Spain, the full draw
The group-stage draw for the U17 Women’s World Cup has been carried out by FIFA. A draw that was not kind to the African teams. The African teams participating in the final tournament of the 2025 U17 Women’s World Cup… -
“An incredible striker, but not authoritative enough,” Rooney on Haaland
Wayne Rooney, a Manchester United legend, expressed his reservations about Erling Haaland’s game. Admirative of the Norwegian’s efficiency, he nonetheless regrets a lack of authority and urges him to make greater use of his physical power and to take on… -
Rooney praises Cristiano Ronaldo’s extraordinary mentality
Rooney paid tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo, saying the Portuguese’s mentality and determination are unmatched in football. Wayne Rooney, a Manchester United legend, praised the exceptional mindset of his former teammate Cristiano Ronaldo, whom he considers unique in the world of… -
Rooney: “Cristiano Ronaldo is a killer, but I love Messi”
Wayne Rooney says he feels no animosity toward Cristiano Ronaldo, while reaffirming his admiration for Lionel Messi’s talent. Wayne Rooney sought to clarify his position regarding Cristiano Ronaldo. The former Manchester United striker said he harbored no animosity toward the… -
Ballon d’Or 2025 : Yamal was left out because of his age, according to Javier Tebas
The president of La Liga, Javier Tebas, believes that Lamine Yamal was denied the 2025 Ballon d’Or because of his age, despite his outstanding season with FC Barcelona. La Liga president Javier Tebas believes Lamine Yamal did not win the… -
Ballon d’Or 2025: upstaged by Dembélé, Lamine Yamal comforted by his 25-year-old girlfriend
Having failed to win the 2025 Ballon d’Or, claimed by Ousmane Dembélé, Lamine Yamal can console himself in the arms of his girlfriend, singer Nicki Nicole, who sent him a sweet message. A heavy favorite for the title, Lamine Yamal… -
U-20 World Cup 2025: Morocco’s squad for the final tournament
Head coach Mohamed Ouahbi has unveiled Morocco’s squad for the 2026 U-20 World Cup. The tournament will take place in Chile from September 27 to October 19. In just a few days the football world will be buzzing with the… -
Ballon d’Or 2025 : France joins Argentina at the top of the all-time winners list
With Ousmane Dembélé’s coronation, France joins Argentina at the top of the list of nations with the most Ballon d’Or titles (8 trophies each). Ousmane Dembélé’s triumph, crowned Monday night at the Théâtre du Châtelet in front of Lamine Yamal… -
Ballon d’Or 2025: Neymar outraged by Raphinha’s 5th-place finish
In a social media post, Neymar criticized the overall Ballon d’Or 2025 ranking, with Raphinha landing in 5th place. And the winner of the 2025 Ballon d’Or is Ousmane Dembélé. A heavy favorite for the prestigious individual award, the French… -
Ballon d’Or 2025: Lionel Messi savors Ousmane Dembélé’s triumph
Lionel Messi also reacted to Ousmane Dembélé’s triumph, the winner of the 2025 Ballon d’Or. The Inter Miami captain congratulated his former PSG teammate on this well-deserved title. The 2025 Ballon d’Or winner was announced this Monday at the Théâtre… -
Ballon d’Or 2025: Mbappé 7th, Salah 4th, the overall standings
Discover the overall ranking of the 2025 Ballon d’Or. The title went to Ousmane Dembélé, who lifted the trophy ahead of Yamal and Vitinha. The winner of the 2025 Ballon d’Or was announced this Monday at the Théâtre du Châtelet…