Rafael Ortega
Enzo Maresca says it’s a ‘privilege’ to follow Pep Guardiola as Man City manager
New manager Enzo Maresca has officially taken charge at Manchester City, aiming to maintain tactical continuity following the departure of Pep Guardiola.
Luis de la Fuente slams Argentina player conduct as FIFA opens probe
Following Spain's victory in the 2026 World Cup final, FIFA has opened an investigation into reports of aggressive behavior involving Argentina's delegation.
Luis de la Fuente blasts Argentina's 'intolerable and unacceptable' behaviour
Luis de la Fuente condemned the chaotic scenes following Spain's World Cup victory over Argentina, which has prompted a formal FIFA disciplinary investigation.
King and Queen open Glasgow Commonwealth Games with surprise Tardis entrance
The 2026 Commonwealth Games officially began in Glasgow with a Doctor Who-themed royal arrival. The Games operate on a reduced budget with no public funding.
3-time Stanley Cup champion Patrick Kane returns to Blackhawks on 2-year contract
Future Hall of Famer Patrick Kane has signed a two-year contract to rejoin the Chicago Blackhawks, reuniting with the franchise where he spent 16 seasons.
Arsenal Sign Christos Tzolis: Gunners Complete £34m Transfer From Club Brugge
Arsenal have completed the £34 million transfer of winger Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge to replace the departing Leandro Trossard.
Karim Adeyemi joins FC Barcelona from Borussia Dortmund on a seven-year deal
FC Barcelona has completed the permanent transfer of forward Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund in a deal that runs until 2031. The signing is part of a project led by head coach Hansi Flick to add depth to the team's front line.
Italy FA confirms talks with Pep Guardiola for head coach role
FIGC president Giovanni Malagò confirmed that the federation is in discussions with Pep Guardiola to potentially lead the Italian national team.
Jeff Bezos approached to join consortium seeking Liverpool stake
A consortium led by Amit Bhatia and supported by the Mittal family has approached Jeff Bezos regarding a potential minority stake in Liverpool Football Club. The discussions remain at an early stage, with the club's owners, Fenway Sports Group, confirming interest in the strategic investment.
Chelsea sign Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for record £117 million fee
Chelsea have secured England international Morgan Rogers on a six-year contract, setting a new British transfer record of £117 million. The move reunites the forward with his former Manchester City academy teammate Cole Palmer at Stamford Bridge.
Premier League referee Taylor retires, bemoans 'constant scrutiny
Anthony Taylor has announced his immediate retirement from refereeing, ending a career that included 16 seasons in the Premier League.
La Liga boss Javier Tebas calls for Gianni Infantino to resign from FIFA
La Liga president Javier Tebas is calling for Gianni Infantino's resignation, alleging that FIFA prioritizes commercial interests and political influence over sporting integrity.
Fake football shirt fire warning after £18m of counterfeit kits seized
Authorities seized over 220,000 pieces of counterfeit merchandise following the recent World Cup, warning that the items pose fire risks and health dangers.
Spain defeats Argentina in extra time to win FIFA World Cup title
Substitute Ferran Torres scored the winning goal in the 106th minute to secure Spain's second World Cup title. The match also marked the final international appearance for Argentina's Lionel Messi.
Argentina and Spain World Cup final halftime show exceeds planned duration
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final featured a 27-minute and 27-second halftime break caused by a complex musical production held at MetLife Stadium.
Lionel Messi and Argentina locked in scoreless World Cup final with Spain
The 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium remains scoreless at halftime, with Spain controlling possession and Argentina losing defender Lisandro Martinez to injury.
England beat France 6-4 as Saka scores hat-trick in World Cup bronze match
England secured a bronze medal in the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a 6-4 victory over France. The match included a hat-trick from Bukayo Saka and Kylian Mbappe becoming the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history.
Kylian Mbappe becomes the all-time leading World Cup goalscorer
Kylian Mbappe became the all-time leading goalscorer in World Cup history by scoring his 22nd career goal during a third-place playoff against England.
Josh Kerr breaks men's mile world record at London Diamond League
Josh Kerr set a new men's mile world record of 3:42.66 at the Novuna London Athletics Meet, surpassing the previous mark held by Hicham El Guerrouj.
World Cup faces major climate risks as extreme weather threatens match play
Extreme weather and hazardous air quality disrupted final preparations for Spain and Argentina, highlighting concerns over the viability of summer tournaments.