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AS Monaco: Paul Pogba heading towards a contract termination
The adventure of Paul Pogba at AS Monaco could already be coming to an end. Arriving as a free agent last summer, the French midfielder is said to be pushed towards the exit by the club from the Principality, which… -
Market: Alexis Sanchez joins CF Montreal
Free from any contract, Alexis Sanchez takes on a new challenge in Major League Soccer. The 37-year-old Chilean forward has signed with CF Montreal until 2027, with an option for the following season. CF Montreal officially announced Alexis Sanchez’s arrival… -
Yan Diomandé explains why he chose Real Madrid.
New signing for Real Madrid, Yan Diomandé explained the reasons for his choice to join the White House. At 19 years old, the Ivorian international assures that he did not hesitate when the Madrid club approached him, thus realizing a… -
Real Madrid: Mourinho reveals his squad to face Deportivo La Coruña
Real Madrid continues its summer preparation with a new friendly match against Deportivo La Coruña on Wednesday. José Mourinho has unveiled his squad for this match, including Vinicius Junior and Endrick among the selected forwards. José Mourinho has revealed the… -
Real Madrid: Michael Owen sets a condition for the arrival of Erling Haaland
As the name of Erling Haaland continues to circulate at Real Madrid, Michael Owen believes that the Norwegian’s arrival would be hardly compatible with the presence of Kylian Mbappé. For the former Madrid striker, the Spanish club would have to… -
FIFA: Donald Trump warns against Gianni Infantino’s departure
While Gianni Infantino is weakened by the criticism surrounding his abandoned plan to open FIFA’s capital, Donald Trump offers him unwavering support. The American president believes that replacing the Swiss leader would be “a terrible mistake” for the global body.… -
Super Cup of Europe: PSG’s squad to face Aston Villa
PSG faces Aston Villa this Wednesday in the UEFA Super Cup. Luis Enrique’s squad for this continental clash has been revealed. Paris Saint-Germain is getting down to business. After several weeks of preparation and a period of rest following a… -
Lionel Messi put his career on hold after the death of his father.
Deeply affected by the passing of his father Jorge Messi, Lionel Messi has decided to suspend his professional commitments for an indefinite period. At nearly 39 years old, the Argentine legend is now prioritizing his family, leaving doubts about the… -
Trabzonspor: John Obi Mikel warns Mohamed Salah about the expectations of the supporters.
As Mohamed Salah is about to experience the vibrant atmosphere of Trabzonspor, John Obi Mikel has warned him about what awaits in Turkey. The former Nigerian midfielder promises massive support from the fans, but also constant pressure on the Egyptian… -
Official: Liverpool signs Ronald Araujo
In search of defensive reinforcements after the departure of Ibrahima Konaté, Liverpool has secured the loan of Ronald Araújo from FC Barcelona. The Uruguayan international, accompanied by a purchase option of 55 million euros, will try to reboot his career… -
John Terry reveals Mourinho’s surprising method for spying on opposing teams.
John Terry shared a stunning story about José Mourinho’s methods during his first stint at Chelsea. The former Blues captain reveals how the Portuguese coach obtained footage of a Bolton training session in 2005, to identify the weaknesses of his… -
Market: Arsenal positions itself on Pedro Neto, Chelsea sets its demands.
On the lookout for an attacking reinforcement, Arsenal is said to have set its sights on Pedro Neto. The Gunners would have consulted the entourage of the Chelsea winger, whose price is reportedly set at around £70 million. Arsenal is… -
Real Madrid: the jersey numbers of the six new signings revealed
Real Madrid has revealed the jersey numbers of its six summer recruits. Yan Diomandé, Bernardo Silva, Ibrahima Konaté, Marc Cucurella, Denzel Dumfries, and Carlos Espí now know the numbers they will wear under the merengue colors. Real Madrid officially announced… -
CAN Women 2026: Cameroon knocks out Nigeria, Malawi overturns Ghana.
Cameroon and Malawi surprised everyone in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. The Indomitable Lionesses defeated Nigeria (1-0), while the Scorchers overturned Ghana (2-1), securing their first-ever qualification for a World Cup. Cameroon will face Morocco… -
Harry Kane wins the European Golden Shoe for the second time.
Author of 36 goals in the Bundesliga this season, Harry Kane wins the European Golden Shoe 2025-2026. The Bayern Munich forward joins a very exclusive group, where only Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have done better than him. Harry Kane… -
Barça: three internationals have already resumed training
After their participation in the World Cup, Joan Garcia, Eric Garcia, and Anthony Gordon have already returned to training with FC Barcelona. The three internationals held their first individual session this weekend, while the rest of the group enjoyed a… -
CAN Women 2026: the semi-final posters
The final four of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations is now known. Cameroon and Malawi, who defeated Nigeria and Ghana respectively, have joined Morocco and Algeria in the semi-finals. The matchups for the semi-finals of the 2026 Women’s… -
Jorge Messi, Lionel Messi’s father, has passed away at the age of 68.
Lionel Messi is in mourning. His father, Jorge Messi, passed away at the age of 68 in Rosario, Argentina, according to several Argentine and Spanish media outlets. A central figure in the career of the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner, he… -
FIFA: Gianni Infantino denies accusations related to a former UEFA employee
The FIFA president, Gianni Infantino, has firmly rejected accusations reported by the British press regarding a payment made by UEFA to a former employee with whom he allegedly had a relationship. The European body confirms the existence of a payment,… -
Real Madrid: José Mourinho imposes new rules in the locker room
Back on the bench at Real Madrid, José Mourinho has reportedly decided to strengthen discipline within the Madrid group. According to the Spanish press, the Portuguese coach has implemented several new guidelines, particularly regarding diet, punctuality, and medical follow-up. José… -
World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi targeted by several death threats
According to a survey published by the Spanish daily Marca, Lionel Messi has reportedly received more death threats than any other player during the 2026 World Cup. Particularly concerning incidents are said to have been recorded in an extensive report… -
Friendly: the PSG squad to face Manchester United
After a first outing that was largely missed in Majorca, Paris Saint-Germain continues its summer preparation with a prestigious match against Manchester United this Saturday in Gothenburg. A final test before the UEFA Super Cup against Aston Villa next Wednesday.… -
Transfer: Franco Mastantuono leaves Real Madrid and joins Fiorentina on loan.
Arriving last summer from River Plate, the young Argentine international, Franco Mastantuono, will continue his development in Serie A. Real Madrid has confirmed his loan to Fiorentina for one season, with no option to buy. Franco Mastantuono will experience a… -
Friendly: the Real Madrid squad to face Ferencvarosi
Real Madrid faces Ferencvarosi this Saturday in a friendly match. The list of players called up by José Mourinho for this encounter has been released. Real Madrid is gradually picking up pace. With two weeks to go until their La… -
FIFA: Norway calls for Gianni Infantino’s resignation, CAF maintains its support.
The Norwegian Football Federation announced on Friday, August 7, its intention to call for the resignation of Gianni Infantino, just a few months before the FIFA presidential election scheduled for March 2027. In contrast, the African Football Confederation (CAF) unanimously… -
Ivory Coast: Yan Diomandé officially joins Real Madrid
One year after his arrival at RB Leipzig from Leganés, Yan Diomandé joins Real Madrid. The Spanish club and their German counterpart have reached an agreement for the transfer of the Ivorian international, estimated around 140 million euros, including bonuses,… -
FIFA: CAF maintains its support for Gianni Infantino
The African Football Confederation has reiterated its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino after the abandonment of his controversial World Cup privatization project. This position contrasts with the criticisms expressed by several other confederations, notably UEFA and CONCACAF. The FIFA… -
FIFA: Argentina shows support for Gianni Infantino despite the controversy
As Gianni Infantino faces challenges due to the controversy surrounding the project to open FIFA’s capital to private investors, the Argentine Football Association (AFA) has publicly chosen to support the president of the global body. The AFA believes that his… -
Market: Vinicius Junior extends at Real Madrid until 2032
After several months of negotiations, Real Madrid and Vinicius Junior have finally reached an agreement. The Spanish club officially announced on Thursday the extension of the Brazilian forward’s contract until 2032, with an estimated annual salary of 24 million euros.… -
Gianni Infantino accused of promising the 2030 World Cup final to Morocco.
The FIFA president, Gianni Infantino, gathered several high-ranking officials from the world governing body of football on Wednesday in Morocco. The meeting, held behind closed doors near Rabat, took place away from the media as the leader faces growing dissent.…
