Adam Wharton believes Crystal Palace took a significant stride in reviving their campaign following a dominant 4-0 Europa League win over Lech Poznan. After struggling domestically under new manager Pierre Sage, the midfielder praised his team's clinical display at Selhurst Park, insisting the squad are beginning to click with new tactical demands.
Bournemouth head coach Marco Rose heaped praise on his players after marking the club's major European debut with a stunning 2-1 away victory against Real Sociedad. Early strikes set the foundation for a milestone night in the Basque country, with the German manager hailing the intensity displayed during an unforgettable Europa League performance.
Dusan Tadic has officially confirmed his decision to come out of international retirement, ending a two-year hiatus from the Serbian national team. The veteran playmaker revealed the news following NEC Nijmegen’s recent clash with Juventus, citing a renewed desire to represent his country after returning to European football.
Nick Woltemade has expressed his gratitude toward teammate Nico Gonzalez after the Argentine handed over penalty duties to help the striker secure his first goal for Juventus. The Bianconeri enjoyed a dominant evening in the Europa League, sweeping aside NEC Nijmegen in a 5-0 victory that showcased the growing chemistry within Thiago Motta's squad.
Luciano Spalletti was left delighted after his side secured a dominant 5-0 Europa League victory against NEC Nijmegen at the Allianz Stadium. The Italian manager heaped praise on debutant goalkeeper Kamil Grabara for his composure and highlighted the successful tactical changes made due to a depleted squad.
Juventus boss Luciano Spalletti has urged Randal Kolo Muani to show more physical resilience despite the Frenchman getting on the scoresheet during a dominant 5-0 win over NEC. The Bianconeri coach was largely full of praise for his side as they bounced back from a disappointing domestic defeat to Sassuolo with a ruthless performance in their Europa League opener.
The football world is in mourning following the sudden and unexpected passing of former Premier League goalkeeper Kevin Miller at the age of 57. A stalwart of the English game who made over 700 professional appearances, Miller's death has triggered a wave of tributes from the numerous clubs he represented during a distinguished career spanning four decades.
Juventus have received a significant fitness boost ahead of their Europa League opener against NEC Nijmegen with the return of Weston McKennie. Head coach Luciano Spalletti has confirmed that the USMNT international is set to be thrown straight back into the starting line-up for the continental clash at the Allianz Stadium.
Struggling Juventus face a tricky Europa League test against Dutch side NEC and their unique 'Dickie-taka' style. Italian media highlight the aggressive approach as a major test for under-fire boss Luciano Spalletti at the Allianz Stadium.
Ruben Amorim has admitted he is unsure if AC Milan are suffering from a "mental issue" after his side slumped to a disappointing 2-0 home defeat against Benfica. The Rossoneri’s Europa League campaign got off to the worst possible start at San Siro, leaving the Portuguese coach facing immediate questions over his tactical approach and team selection.
Sparta Prague kicked off their UEFA Europa League league phase campaign with a comfortable 4-1 victory away against Ararat-Armenia. The match marked one of two opening fixtures played simultaneously alongside Omonia Nicosia versus Celta Vigo.
Former Manchester United defender Henning Berg guided Omonia Nicosia to a famous 1-0 victory against Spanish side Celta Vigo in their opening match of the new UEFA Europa League season. Defender Jure Balkovec secured the historic win with a sensational long-range strike in the 88th minute.
Sunderland marked their highly anticipated return to European football with a historic 1-0 victory over AZ Alkmaar at a roaring Stadium of Light. Enzo Le Fee was the hero for the Black Cats, converting a second-half penalty to end a 53-year wait for a win in European competition.
Ruben Amorim is already facing intense scrutiny after a heavily rotated AC Milan side stumbled to a 2-0 Europa League defeat against Benfica at San Siro. The Rossoneri struggled to create meaningful chances as the Portuguese giants secured a historic first-ever victory over their Italian rivals.
Crystal Palace could be boosted by the returns of Ismaila Sarr and Eddie Nketiah for their maiden UEFA Europa League fixture against Lech Poznan. Manager Pierre Sage confirmed that both attackers have resumed training and are in contention for Thursday's clash at Selhurst Park.
Juventus captain Gleison Bremer expressed his ambition to leave a lasting mark on the club ahead of their UEFA Europa League opener against NEC Nijmegen. Speaking to UEFA.com, the Brazilian defender praised manager Luciano Spalletti and targeted going all the way in Europe.
Ruben Amorim has insisted that intense scrutiny is simply part of the job at a club of AC Milan's stature as he prepares for a high-stakes Europa League opener. The Portuguese tactician faces a sentimental reunion with his former side, Benfica, while looking to kickstart the Rossoneri's continental campaign.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has made a high-profile return to AC Milan's training headquarters, ending a six-month absence from the club's daily operations. The legendary Swede was spotted at Milanello on Monday morning, marking his first appearance at the facility since a period of significant internal upheaval.
France Football has officially revealed the shortlist for the 2026 Men's and Women's Coach of the Year awards, highlighting the tactical masterminds who defined the last season. The nominations for the Johan Cruyff Trophy are heavily dominated by Spanish talent, reflecting a golden era for the nation’s coaching exports across Europe’s top leagues.
Mohamed Salah’s new life in Turkey has been plunged into uncertainty following the sudden departure of head coach Fatih Tekke. The former Liverpool icon now finds himself in the middle of a managerial search just five games into his tenure at the Super Lig club.
Mohamed Salah's start to life in Turkey has taken a disastrous turn after Trabzonspor crashed out of the Europa League in humiliating fashion. The Turkish outfit suffered a 5-0 aggregate defeat to Ferencvaros, prompting manager Fatih Tekke to resign on live television immediately following the final whistle.
This season, Bayer Leverkusen are competing in three competitions. SPOX tells you where you can watch their matches in the Bundesliga, Europa League and DFB Cup live.
Legendary former Sunderland boss Peter Reid has admitted to GOAL that he did not give the Black Cats “a prayer” of securing European qualification at the end of their first season back in the Premier League, but he is now backing them to find more “ammo” in the summer transfer window. Regis Le Bris and his board are ready to spend again after upsetting the odds with a seventh-place finish.
José Mourinho has, while speaking exclusively on the Beast Mode On Podcast, identified the one game from his coaching career that he would like to be replayed. Unsurprisingly, the contest in question saw major silverware come up for grabs, with the Portuguese reluctant to forgive and forget when it comes to his Europa League final beef with English referee Anthony Taylor.
Michel Platini has filed a criminal complaint in Paris against FIFA president Gianni Infantino, accusing him of active influence peddling and spreading false accusations linked to the events that ended his FIFA presidency bid in 2015. The former UEFA chief is also targeting two former FIFA officials as he seeks to clear his name and pursue accountability.
The 2025-26 European season is over, and it ended just as the 2024-25 did 12 months earlier, with Paris Saint-Germain lifting the European Cup at the end of the Champions League final. Saturday's win over Arsenal in Budapest was a much tighter affair than their thrashing of Inter in Munich, but was greeted with no less joy by the French giants and their supporters as they clinched a double having already won Ligue 1.
Emiliano Martinez has confirmed he played through a broken finger during Aston Villa’s Europa League final win over Freiburg. The Argentina international goalkeeper is now racing against time to be fully fit for the World Cup after avoiding surgery.
VfB Stuttgart are competing in both domestic and international competitions this season. Here you can find out where to watch VfB's matches in the Bundesliga, the Europa League and the DFB-Pokal live on TV and via livestream.
Morgan Rogers has helped Aston Villa back into the Champions League, but would offers of £100 million-plus ($134m) for the England international be listened to in the next transfer window? Alan Hutton admits that nine-figure fees for the talented playmaker may prove difficult to turn down, with the Villans able to reinvest those funds in a bid to become regulars at European football’s top table.
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