Country: Europe
All the latest political, economic, social, cultural, and diplomatic news from European countries. A regional section tracking major European affairs and the continent's relations with Africa and the world.
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Champions League: Top scorers table ahead of the Round of 16
With 13 goals in eight matches, Real Madrid’s striker Kylian Mbappé is leading the UEFA Champions League top scorers’ list ahead of the Round of 16. Real Madrid’s… -
UCL: the official lineups for Atalanta vs. Borussia Dortmund
Trailing 2-0 from the first leg, the Dea must overturn Borussia Dortmund this Wednesday in Bergamo to hope to continue their Champions League adventure. The lineups for both… -
World Cup 2026: Ghana unveils its bold ambitions
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, the Black Stars’ assistant coach, John Paintsil, says that the experience gained and the rigorous preparation should allow Ghana to aim… -
Champions League: PSG’s squad without Ousmane Dembélé faces Monaco
The PSG squad for this 100% French showdown has been named. PSG host Monaco this Wednesday evening at the Parc des Princes. A match in the return leg… -
Lionel Messi could have played for Spain
Despite an offer from the Spanish federation, Lionel Messi has always chosen to defend the colors of Argentina but confirmed that he could have played for Spain. Having… -
Messi reveals one of his biggest regrets
Asked about his personal journey, the Argentine star of Inter Miami, Lionel Messi, admitted regretting not having learned English sooner despite a career crowned with all the successes.… -
Courtois reprimands Mourinho after the Vinícius controversy.
Disappointed by José Mourinho’s remarks, Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois believes that no celebration can justify racist acts. Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois did not hide his discomfort… -
Pedri dreams of Mbappé joining Barça.
Asked to choose a Real Madrid player he would like to recruit, the Catalan midfielder Pedri named Kylian Mbappé, who has had a dazzling season with Real Madrid.… -
Champions League: Victor Osimhen reassures ahead of Juventus – Galatasaray
Victor Osimhen, Galatasaray’s Nigerian striker, says he has recovered from a knee injury he suffered last weekend and is ready for the UEFA Champions League playoff return against… -
Champions League: Four teams have qualified for the Round of 16.
The Champions League play-offs have delivered their first verdicts with the qualifications of Atlético, Newcastle, Bodø/Glimt and Leverkusen, while Inter Milan are already out of the competition. The… -
Real Madrid closes the door on José Mourinho’s return.
Despite his expected presence for the clash against Benfica and the recent controversy surrounding his remarks about Vinícius Júnior, José Mourinho is not among the options being considered… -
Real Madrid: Alvaro Arbeloa comes to Mbappé’s aid.
Critiqué pour son positionnement après deux matches sans but, l’attaquant du Real Madrid Kylian Mbappé a reçu le soutien appuyé d’Álvaro Arbeloa, qui loue son intelligence de jeu… -
Barça: Joan Laporta’s revelations about Lionel Messi’s aborted return
Joan Laporta revealed that he had sent a contract offer to Lionel Messi before his departure to Inter Miami, but the Argentine ultimately chose a new challenge in… -
Premier League: Agüero sees Arsenal crowned champions
Former Manchester City legend Sergio Aguero believes Arsenal, buoyed by the maturity of their squad and Mikel Arteta’s work, now have the weapons to end their long title… -
Barça rejected PSG’s €250 million offer for Lamine Yamal.
Joan Laporta revealed that he rejected a record bid from Paris Saint-Germain for Lamine Yamal, preferring to keep his prodigy despite the 250 million euros offered. The secret… -
Racism: John Obi Mikel rebukes José Mourinho after the Vinícius controversy
The former captain of the Super Eagles, John Obi Mikel, deemed José Mourinho’s remarks about the Vinícius Júnior affair “ill-judged,” saying the Portuguese coach should have taken a… -
Gianluca Prestianni suspended after accusations targeting Vinícius Júnior
Accused of making racist remarks towards Vinícius Júnior during the first leg in Lisbon, Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni has received a provisional one-match ban handed down by UEFA,… -
Barça: Hansi Flick defends Lamine Yamal after his substitution against Levante.
Annoyed at leaving the pitch against Levante, FC Barcelona’s young prodigy Lamine Yamal has received support from his coach Hansi Flick, who praises his mentality while urging that… -
“He refused to greet me,” says Joan Laporta, describing tense relations with Messi.
Former Barça president Joan Laporta revealed that a chilly exchange at the Ballon d’Or ceremony confirmed that his relationship with Lionel Messi would never be the same since… -
Arsenal: ‘Nobody will hand us the Premier League title,’ Declan Rice sounds the revolt
After the frustrating draw with Wolverhampton, Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice said that the Gunners had a frank, internal explanation and that they would have to go after the… -
“Don’t come to the Santiago Bernabéu,” Kylian Mbappé tells Prestianni ahead of Real Madrid vs Benfica
On the eve of the return leg of the Champions League play-offs, Kylian Mbappé strongly condemned the announced presence of Gianluca Prestianni at the Bernabéu, amid UEFA’s investigation… -
Cristiano Ronaldo, King of European Nights
With 197 appearances in UEFA club competitions, Cristiano Ronaldo tops the all-time list of the continent’s most-capped players. The captain of Al-Nassr continues to rack up records. At… -
«When the moment comes, my body will tell me», André Ayew on his retirement from football
At 36, the Ghanaian international, André Ayew, isn’t thinking about hanging up his boots yet and intends to continue the adventure as long as his body allows. Free… -
Champions League: Vinicius sets Kaka’s record
Decisive goalscorer against Benfica, Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior has become the second-best Brazilian goalscorer in Champions League history. Vinicius Junior continues to write his legend in Real… -
Benfica–Real incident: UEFA opens the door to disciplinary proceedings.
UEFA has issued an official response after the tensions that arose during the Champions League play-off first leg between Benfica and Real Madrid, Tuesday night in Lisbon. In… -
Benfica 0 – 1 Real: Mbappé denounces racist remarks aimed at Vinicius
The European clash between Real Madrid and Benfica tipped into controversy after accusations of racist remarks aimed at Vinicius Junior, publicly denounced by Kylian Mbappé. The European evening… -
The Vatican lists two ‘ethical’ ETFs on the stock exchange.
The Holy See has taken an unprecedented step by launching two ETFs aligned with the Church’s social doctrine, blending moral requirements with financial ambitions in international markets. The… -
Lamine Yamal reaches 100 dribbles in La Liga.
Despite FC Barcelona’s defeat to Girona (2-1) on Monday night, Lamine Yamal made his mark by setting a new league record. The night was frustrating for Barça, beaten… -
Jurgen Klopp said no to Manchester United and Chelsea
The former Liverpool manager, now an executive within the Red Bull group, Jurgen Klopp, would have declined several prestigious approaches after leaving Anfield, according to his agent. Jürgen… -
Mourinho: “Can we say no to Real Madrid? Yes.”
On the eve of the European clash between Benfica and Real Madrid, José Mourinho kept his future unclear, insisting that he would be able to turn down any…