Koni De Winter has turned down a call-up to the Belgium squad for this month's Nations League games against Turkey and Italy, and Mark van Bommel has warned the AC Milan defender that the decision will have long-term consequences. De Winter did not play a single minute in Belgium's four group games so far, despite being a regular starter for his club.
Cesc Fabregas has warned his Como side not to let their historic 9-1 Champions League victory over Lens go to their heads. The head coach insisted that while the record-breaking night was unforgettable, his players must quickly refocus for their upcoming Serie A clash against Inter.
Franco Mastantuono has opened up about his time in the Spanish capital, describing his experience with Real Madrid as nothing short of extraordinary. The Argentine playmaker, currently continuing his development away from the Santiago Bernabeu, also singled out one specific star as his favorite player in the current squad.
Christian Pulisic endured a testing 2026 World Cup with the USMNT, leading to “a lot of criticism” coming his way for “the first time in his career”, but Brad Friedel has told GOAL that the American superstar made the right career call in signing a new contract at AC Milan and retaining stability in his club career. The talented forward is now tied to terms at San Siro through to 2031.
Juventus head coach Luciano Spalletti has confirmed that teenage forward Kerim Alajbegovic is in line for increased playing time during Thursday night's Europa League trip to AZ. The 19-year-old Bosnian talent earned his manager's trust after opening his Serie A account in Sunday's 2-0 home triumph over Napoli.
