Mohamed Saeed

Spain captain Rodri believes his side has what it takes to overcome France in their blockbuster World Cup semi-final clash in Dallas. The Manchester City midfielder is drawing confidence from recent victories over Les Bleus as La Roja aim to reach their first global final since 2010.

Barcelona have officially announced the signing of Ecuadorian starlet Josue Caicedo, securing the highly-rated teenager on an initial loan deal. The 18-year-old arrives from LDU Quito and is set to join the ranks of the club's development squad as they continue to scout the South American market for elite young talent.

Bayern Munich have reportedly stepped up their interest in Barcelona defender Jules Kounde as they look to bolster their backline ahead of the new campaign. The Bundesliga giants have made formal enquiries following the Frenchman's standout performances on the international stage this summer.

Ibrahima Konate has hit back at Lamine Yamal’s claims that France should be "afraid" of Spain ahead of their blockbuster World Cup semi-final tie. Speaking from the French camp in Boston, the Real Madrid defender insisted Les Bleus are remaining humble and blocking out external noise.

Morgan Rogers has hit back at the "ridiculous" pre-World Cup narrative that suggested Jude Bellingham should be dropped from the England starting XI. The Real Madrid superstar has been the standout performer for the Three Lions in North America, silencing critics with a series of match-winning displays under Thomas Tuchel.

Former Tottenham and Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou has officially begun his tenure at Al-Nassr, arriving in Riyadh to lead the reigning Saudi Pro League champions. The Australian tactician, who succeeded Jorge Jesus, has already started preparing a star-studded squad headlined by Cristiano Ronaldo for their upcoming title defence.

Aston Villa are close to completing a stunning move to sign Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi, effectively hijacking a deal that Newcastle appeared to have sewn up at one stage. The Switzerland international is reportedly favouring a switch to Villa Park, and the deal is now being finalised ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.

England’s dramatic World Cup quarter-final victory over Norway has sparked a war of words off the pitch, with Alf-Inge Haaland left fuming at the officiating in Miami. The father of Manchester City superstar Erling took to social media to suggest the Three Lions were "saved" by the referee, prompting a blunt response from pundits Roy Keane, Ian Wright and Gary Neville.

Brazil legend Neymar has been spotted taking a weight off his feet in surprising fashion just days after his nation’s shock 2026 World Cup exit. The 34-year-old was filmed navigating the crowds at Universal Orlando on a mobility scooter, sparking fresh debate regarding his physical condition during the tournament.

Jordan Henderson has light-heartedly described the freak accident that left him with a broken arm as "not my finest hour" after re-joining the England camp at the 2026 World Cup. The veteran midfielder suffered the injury in bizarre circumstances during the celebrations following the Three Lions' dramatic last-16 victory over Mexico.

Alejandro Garnacho has been absent for the start of Chelsea's pre-season training. The Argentine winger is reportedly pushing for a permanent move away from Stamford Bridge just one year after his high-profile arrival from Manchester United.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed that world football's governing body will officially explore expanding the World Cup to a massive 64-team format. Looking ahead to the 2030 tournament, which is set to be primarily hosted in Morocco, Portugal and Spain, Infantino suggested that another 16 nations could be added to the field.

Jude Bellingham has invoked the spirit of Ted Lasso after carrying England into the final four of the 2026 World Cup. The Real Madrid superstar was once again the hero, netting a brace to secure a gritty 2-1 quarter-final victory over Norway and set up a mouth-watering clash against Argentina.

The long wait for more AFC Richmond magic is almost over as Hannah Waddingham has offered a tantalising glimpse into the future of Ted Lasso. With the beloved football comedy set to return to screens shortly, fans are bracing for a major shift in dynamic at Nelson Road.

Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan has sensationally claimed his side were victims of an "injustice" following their dramatic 3-2 World Cup round-of-16 defeat to Argentina. The Pharaohs surrendered a two-goal lead in Atlanta as the reigning champions mounted a late comeback, but the match was defined by a series of contentious officiating decisions that left the African giants fuming.

Former England striker Peter Crouch has jokingly compared himself to viral personality Salt Bae after being caught up in the emotional aftermath of the Three Lions’ dramatic World Cup victory over Mexico. The retired forward admitted he felt like a "full kit w*nker" during his enthusiastic celebrations with captain Harry Kane at the Azteca Stadium.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s storied relationship with the World Cup has come to a somber conclusion, defined as much by a peculiar lack of individual flair as by Portugal’s early exit. While the legendary forward found the net three times during the 2026 edition in North America, his overall impact on the pitch has been laid bare by a staggering new statistic.

Manchester United are ready to break the bank to secure their top midfield target as INEOS look to overhaul the squad under interim manager Michael Carrick. Having missed out on primary targets earlier in the window, the Red Devils are now refocusing their efforts on a statement signing from Real Madrid.