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Lionel Messi receives prestigious Princess of Asturias Award in Oviedo

Lionel Messi arrived in Oviedo alongside his wife Antonela Roccuzzo to receive the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports. The Inter Miami forward reflected on the values instilled by FC Barcelona and dedicated the prestigious honour to his late father.

So it is happening after all? Dramatic U-turn involving world champion coach

Lionel Scaloni now looks set to remain Argentina head coach for the long term after all.

Ex-Fulham star named permanent Costa Rica boss

The Costa Rican Football Federation (FCRF) has officially appointed legendary former captain Bryan Ruiz as the permanent manager of the men's national team following an impressive interim spell in the dugout. The 41-year-old ex-Fulham playmaker has been tasked with guiding his country back to the World Cup finals in 2030.

Argentina v Egypt: Round of 16 - FIFA World Cup 2026

Hossam Hassan responds to FIFA suspension with striking remark

The Pharaohs' coach breaks his silence

Demichelis recalls close Messi bond after Argentina retirement

RB Leipzig head coach Martin Demichelis has paid an emotional tribute to former Argentina team-mate Lionel Messi following his international retirement. Speaking ahead of his side's Champions League clash with Real Madrid, the manager reflected fondly on their shared history with the national team.

Egypt hit with FIFA sanctions after World Cup clash

FIFA has officially handed down significant disciplinary sanctions to Egypt’s head coach Hossam Hassan, team manager Ibrahim Hassan, and forward Mostafa Zico. The punishments stem from a series of controversial events and heated statements following the Pharaohs' dramatic exit from the 2026 World Cup at the hands of Argentina.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
8	Freiburg	7	3	1	3	8	10	-2	10	L W L W L
9	Union Berlin	7	3	0	4	10	12	-2	9	W W W L L
10	VfB Stuttgart	7	2	2	3	8	17	-9	8	L L D L D
11	TSG 1899 Hoffenheim	6	2	0	4	8	11	-3	6	W W L L L
12	Hamburger SV	7	1	2	4	10	11	-1	5	L L W L D

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