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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Spanish Super Cup: Barça pockets the jackpot after beating Real Madrid
Winner of the Clásico in Jeddah, FC Barcelona will receive a prize of 2 million euros, compared with 1.4 million for Real Madrid, now focused on La Liga.… -
Real Madrid: Bellingham calls on Vinícius and Rodrygo to raise their level.
On the eve of the Spanish Super Cup against Atlético Madrid, Jude Bellingham urged several Real Madrid senior players to raise their level to compensate for Kylian Mbappé’s… -
AFCON 2025: Osimhen threatens to quit the Super Eagles and return to Galatasaray
Despite the massive win by the Super Eagles against Mozambique (4-0) in the round of 16, Victor Osimhen expressed his frustration after an altercation with Ademola Lookman, before… -
Fabio Capello: “Ronaldo Nazario, the best player I have ever coached.”
Former Real Madrid coach, Fabio Capello, paid a strong tribute to Ronaldo Nazário, whom he considers the greatest talent he has ever coached, despite a sometimes turbulent collaboration… -
Spanish Super Cup: Kylian Mbappé ruled out for the Madrid derby Real Madrid – Atlético
Suffering a left knee sprain, Kylian Mbappé will miss the showdown against Atletico Madrid next Thursday in the Spanish Super Cup semi-final, according to AS. “Following today’s examinations… -
Venezuela: Switzerland freezes Nicolás Maduro’s assets after his arrest
Bern announced the immediate freezing of all assets held in Switzerland linked to former Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro and to his close associates, following his arrest and transfer… -
Manchester United: Ruben Amorim sacked
Having been in the job for fourteen months, Manchester United’s manager, Ruben Amorim, was sacked by the Red Devils the day after the draw with Leeds, amid tensions… -
Kylian Mbappé reacts to the death of Jean-Louis Gasset.
Like his compatriots, Kylian Mbappé also reacted to the death of Jean-Louis Gasset. And the Real Madrid forward paid a heartfelt tribute to the French coach. At 72,… -
FIFA The Best 2025: Messi’s vote sparks controversy in Spain
Lionel Messi’s choice, which placed Kylian Mbappé ahead of Lamine Yamal at the FIFA Best Awards, sparked a heated controversy, notably from Catalan pundit Jota Jordi, who was… -
Transfer market: Thiago Silva turns the page on Fluminense and is eyeing a return to Europe
At 41, former PSG captain Thiago Silva has terminated his contract with Fluminense and is preparing to return to Europe as a free agent at the winter transfer… -
Copa del Rey: Real and Atlético make it to the Round of 16
After the Round of 32 matches played on Wednesday, twelve clubs, including Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid, have already secured their places in the Copa del Rey… -
Copa del Rey: Barça and four other clubs already through to the round of 16
After the opening round of round-of-32 matches played on Tuesday, FC Barcelona, Deportivo, Elche, Real Sociedad and Valencia secured their place in the next round of the Copa… -
FIFA The Best 2025: Ousmane Dembélé crowned Player of the Year, full list of winners
After an outstanding season with Paris Saint-Germain, punctuated by major trophies and 35 goals in all competitions, Ousmane Dembélé was fittingly crowned the Best FIFA Men’s Player at… -
FIFA The Best 2025: Dembélé widely favored by captains around the world
Crowned FIFA Best Player, Ousmane Dembélé received numerous votes from iconic captains such as Messi, Modrić and Kane, confirming his status on the world stage. The captains of… -
PSG – Mbappé case: Paris club heavily sanctioned
French justice on Tuesday ordered PSG to pay nearly €61 million to its former forward, Kylian Mbappé, after a long legal battle. The legal saga between Paris Saint-Germain… -
Manchester United shuts the door on Sergio Ramos’s return.
Once reportedly in the Red Devils’ sights, Sergio Ramos will not join Manchester United this winter,. Manchester United has put an end to speculation about a possible arrival… -
Portugal: Cristiano Ronaldo reacts to Rui Patrício’s retirement
Cristiano Ronaldo paid a heartfelt tribute to Rui Patricio after the announcement of the sporting retirement of the legendary Portuguese goalkeeper. Al Nassr forward Cristiano Ronaldo welcomed the… -
Victor Osimhen named Athlete of the Year at the GQ Türkiye Awards 2025
Victor Osimhen was honored Wednesday evening at the GQ Türkiye Men of the Year Awards 2025. The Galatasaray forward, who produced an exceptional season capped by a domestic… -
Champions League: Haaland joins Osimhen, Mbappé still untouchable, top scorers table
Thanks to his goal at the Bernabéu, Erling Haaland has drawn level with Victor Osimhen in the top scorer standings, but remains far behind an irresistible Kylian Mbappé… -
Real Madrid 1 – 2 Man City: Guardiola hails Rodrygo
Pep Guardiola revealed that he warmly congratulated the Madrid forward, Rodrygo, whom he called “incredible”, after Manchester City’s Champions League victory. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola revealed the… -
Paul Pogba is getting into camel racing.
In the midst of a sporting comeback after his suspension, Paul Pogba has taken on a new business venture. The AS M midfielder has entered the world of… -
UCL: “Florentino Pérez would have sacked me within six months,” Guardiola ahead of Man City – Real Madrid
Before facing the Merengues in the Champions League, Pep Guardiola said the pressure at Real Madrid is such that he wouldn’t have survived six months on the bench… -
Champions League: Lamine Yamal dethrones Kylian Mbappé
At 17, FC Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal has become the player involved in the most Champions League goals before turning 18, thanks to a new assist in the… -
Real Madrid: Zinedine Zidane tipped to succeed Xabi Alonso
Under pressure after another defeat, Xabi Alonso has a lot riding on the match against Manchester City. Real Madrid is already studying alternatives, including Zinédine Zidane and Jürgen… -
“The Bernabéu is never an easy place,” Guardiola warns Man City ahead of the showdown against Real Madrid
Before the Champions League showdown against Real Madrid, Pep Guardiola reminded everyone how difficult it is to play at the Santiago-Bernabéu, despite Manchester City’s good momentum. The Catalan… -
Barça : Raphinha denies rumors of leaving
Reportedly set to leave for Saudi Arabia, the Brazilian winger denounced « absurdités » and « false information ». Raphinha says he has no intention of leaving Barça… -
Real Madrid 0-2 Celta Vigo: Xabi Alonso dismisses rumors of being sacked
Beaten 2-0 by Celta Vigo at the Bernabéu, the Madrid coach faces fresh speculation over his future. Xabi Alonso nonetheless says he remains fully focused on the Champions… -
“He thought he was untouchable like Messi and Ronaldo,” a Liverpool legend rips into Mo Salah
The former Liverpool striker, now a pundit, did not mince his words about Mohamed Salah, who has been relegated to the bench for several matches. For Stan Collymore,… -
Illegal betting scandal in Turkey: 29 players arrested
The Istanbul prosecutor’s office launched a major anti-corruption operation that led to the arrest of 46 people, while the Turkish federation faces an unprecedented scandal that is shaking… -
Liga: another blow for Real Madrid ahead of the clash with Celta Vigo
After suffering a quadriceps injury against Athletic Club, English defender Trent Alexander-Arnold is expected to be sidelined for nearly two months and will miss the trip to Vigo.…
