Yosua Arya

The world’s biggest celebrity football match returns to the London Stadium on May 31 to celebrate a historic 20th anniversary. Manchester United icon Wayne Rooney will captain an England side hungry for redemption against a formidable World XI spearheaded by debutant Jordi Alba and legendary goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar. This star-studded encounter continues its vital mission of raising life-changing funds for Unicef’s global children's programmes.

In one of the most clinical dismissals in South American football history, Flamengo have parted ways with head coach Filipe Luis just hours after an 8-0 demolition of Madureira. Despite securing a spot in the Campeonato Carioca final with an 11-0 aggregate scoreline, the former Chelsea and Atletico Madrid defender fell victim to soaring expectations following a stuttering start to the 2026 campaign.

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has weighed in on the club's managerial search, identifying a "perfect" candidate to take over permanently this summer. While Michael Carrick has steadied the ship following Ruben Amorim’s exit, Scholes remains unconvinced by his former team-mate's long-term credentials. The iconic midfielder believes the Red Devils must prioritize a proven winner to restore the club to its former glory.

Diego Simeone has admitted he cannot offer certainties regarding Julian Alvarez’s long-term future at Atletico Madrid as Barcelona links intensify. While the Argentine forward has struggled for goals recently, his manager believes he is finally rediscovering his clinical edge. Despite a staggering €200 million valuation placed on the World Cup winner, the lure of a move to the Catalan giants continues to dominate the headlines in Spain.

Paris Saint-Germain head coach Luis Enrique has confirmed he will manage Ousmane Dembele’s fitness with extreme caution following a recent knock. The Spaniard expressed his growing frustration with a relentless injury crisis that has limited his ability to rotate the squad during a tense Ligue 1 title race.

Scott McTominay has addressed the growing speculation surrounding a potential return to the Premier League. The Scotland international remains fully committed to life in Naples despite reported interest from former club Manchester United.

Barcelona are wasting no time in securing the future of their latest La Masia gem. The Catalan giants are reportedly preparing fresh negotiations with Marc Bernal, despite the teenager signing a long-term agreement just five months ago. It is a clear signal of intent for a player viewed as a generational talent.

Barcelona midfielder Gavi has reached a significant milestone in his recovery by returning to group training for the first time in five months. The academy graduate was welcomed back with a traditional "tunnel of slaps" from his team-mates on Friday. His reintegration provides a massive psychological and tactical lift for Hansi Flick's side as they enter the business end of the season.

Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly facing further enforcement action from bailiffs as the legal dispute with Kylian Mbappe takes another bitter turn. Despite a court order demanding over €60 million, a multi-million euro discrepancy remains unpaid, Mbappe insists. The Real Madrid star's legal team is now prepared to seize the remaining funds as the club misses its final deadline.

Borussia Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl has confirmed he is working behind the scenes to secure the future of Felix Nmecha. The midfielder’s stellar form has attracted significant interest from Premier League giants Manchester United and Chelsea. Following a standout Champions League performance, BVB are eager to reward their "incredibly important" asset with improved terms to fend off English suitors.

Keylor Navas has played with the greatest players of the modern era, from Cristiano Ronaldo to Lionel Messi. However, the legendary Costa Rican goalkeeper has snubbed both icons when naming the most talented teammate he has ever witnessed. Reflecting on his career, the three-time Champions League winner explained why a Brazilian superstar left the biggest impression on him during their time together in Paris.

Real Madrid legend Keylor Navas has condemned the alleged racist abuse directed at Vinicius Jr during the midweek Champions League clash clash with Benfica. The veteran goalkeeper called for "strong punishment" against Gianluca Prestianni if the accusations prove to be correct to ensure such incidents never happen again.

Xabi Alonso has reportedly turned down an approach to become Marseille's new head coach, citing the "chaotic" nature of the Ligue 1 giants as his reason for dismissing the prospect. The former Real Madrid boss is seeking a more stable project after his short-lived stint at the Bernabeu, with a potential vacancy at his former club Liverpool appearing on the horizon as pressure builds on Arne Slot.

Michael Carrick has opened up on his decision to reintegrate Kobbie Mainoo into the Manchester United starting XI. The legendary midfielder revealed why he is refusing to highlight the youngster's weaknesses following a difficult period of exclusion under former manager Ruben Amorim.

Ruben Amorim has been seen in public for the first time since his departure from Manchester United last month. The Portuguese tactician was spotted in the stands at the Qatar Open in Doha, trading the pressure of the Premier League for a high-stakes tennis showdown involving young superstar Carlos Alcaraz.

Manchester United forward Matheus Cunha has jumped to the defence of Ruben Amorim, insisting the former head coach deserves credit for the club's recent turnaround. Despite Amorim’s January dismissal, the Brazilian believes the foundation for Michael Carrick’s unbeaten run was laid by the Portuguese tactician. Cunha praised Amorim’s character and his role in assembling the current squad at Old Trafford.

Barcelona’s search for Robert Lewandowski’s successor has hit a massive roadblock after Atletico Madrid slapped a record-breaking valuation on Julian Alvarez. The Argentine forward has become the primary target for the Catalan giants, but the financial demands from the capital could make this one of the most expensive deals in football history.

Inter have been left furious regarding the playing conditions at the Aspmyra Stadion following their 3-1 Champions League defeat to Bodo/Glimt. The Nerazzurri are incensed after club captain Lautaro Martinez sustained a calf injury on a surface they described as unfit for professional football, especially as they had complained to UEFA about the surface before the game.