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Alvaro Morata has lifted the lid on Cristiano Ronaldo's lesser-known side, praising the Portuguese icon's generosity during their time together at Real Madrid. The AC Milan striker recalled the gifts CR7 gave younger team-mates and explained why, after playing alongside him at two clubs, he considers him the greatest player of all time.

Paris Saint-Germain have established contact with West Ham United over a potential double transfer for midfielder Mateus Fernandes and winger Crysencio Summerville. The French giants are determined to build squad depth to maintain their domestic dominance and challenge on multiple fronts. Luis Campos is now leading the pursuit to secure both highly-rated assets.

Real Madrid centre-back Eder Militao has offered his thoughts on the sensational return of Jose Mourinho to the Bernabeu on a three-year contract. The Brazilian defender, currently sidelined with a long-term injury that cost him his place at the World Cup, expressed immense optimism about working under the veteran Portuguese manager next season.

Kieran Trippier is considering his future at Wolves just days after agreeing to join the Championship club. The veteran full-back was stunned by the dismissal of Rob Edwards, whose presence played a major role in convincing him to move to Molineux. The sudden managerial change has left the club facing fresh uncertainty.

Atletico Madrid have identified PSG midfielder Lee Kang-in as a key summer target as Diego Simeone looks to add more creativity to his squad. The South Korea international is reportedly keen on a return to Spain, while PSG are prepared to listen to offers if their €35 million (£30m/$40m) valuation is met.

Tottenham-bound defender Marcos Senesi has been officially drafted into Argentina's final 26-man World Cup squad as a late replacement for the injured Leonardo Balerdi. The versatile centre-back is heading to the United States to join Lionel Messi and the rest of the squad at their base camp, marking the end of a whirlwind week for the player.

Violent clashes erupted outside the Estadio Azteca on Thursday night, marring the opening match of the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City. Riot police deployed tear gas after coming under attack from projectiles, overshadowing co-hosts Mexico's subsequent victory on the pitch as long-standing local political tensions spilled over into the tournament's security perimeter.

Kylian Mbappe has urged Didier Deschamps to bow out of international football on a high rather than take charge of another national team after the 2026 World Cup. The France captain admitted he is trying to influence his manager's future plans and described a potential move to Italy as "awful" as Les Bleus prepare for one final campaign under their long-serving coach.

For England, the time for talk is almost over. Soon, all that will matter is the task at hand: Winning the 2026 World Cup. The Football Association (FA) and manager Thomas Tuchel have spoken forthrightly about that being their only objective in North America, and as the days tick down to the Three Lions getting their campaign underway, there is no reason to believe that they can't achieve their ultimate goal.

There were just seconds to go in Liverpool's 1-0 win over Manchester City at Anfield on October 16, 2022 when Diogo Jota pulled up with a muscular problem that left the Portuguese in agony. Jurgen Klopp feared the worst right away: "If Diogo stays down it is never good." And it wasn't. Jota had sustained a calf injury that would sideline him for months, rather than weeks, thus ruling him out of Portugal's 2022 World Cup campaign.

Bernardo Silva is set to join Real Madrid after the Spanish giants moved swiftly to complete a deal for the Manchester City star. Reports claim that an agreement has been reached for a two-year contract with the option of a third, with Jose Mourinho playing a key role in the transfer.

Mexico made history in their World Cup opener, but Cesar Montes’ red card left a sour note. GOAL breaks down the winners and losers from El Tri’s 2-0 win.

Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker has hailed the impact of Carlo Ancelotti since his arrival as Brazil head coach, claiming the Italian has completely "transformed" the atmosphere in the dressing room. Ahead of their World Cup opener, the Selecao No.1 admitted the squad had endured a testing time before the former Real Madrid boss took the reins.

It's actually happening! After repeatedly threatening to bring Jose Mourinho back to the Bernabeu, Florentino Perez has only gone and done it. On Thursday, it was confirmed that Real Madrid had agreed a three-year contract with Mourinho for him to return for a second spell as coach, 13 years after his first ended in acrimony.

England boss Thomas Tuchel has urged Elliot Anderson to "stay humble" as the Nottingham Forest star continues to be linked with a British record move to Manchester City. The 23-year-old is expected to be a cornerstone of the Three Lions' midfield when they begin their World Cup campaign against Croatia next week, and Tuchel doesn't want him to be distracted by transfer noise.

Mexico made the perfect start to their 2026 World Cup campaign as the co-hosts ran out 2-0 winners over South Africa in the opening game of the tournament on Thursday. Goals from Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez ensured a routine victory for the Group A favourites in a game that featured three red cards in the second half.

Prince Cisse, the son of former Liverpool striker and Champions League winner Djibril Cisse, has officially signed his first professional contract with the club. The 17-year-old has been rewarded for a breakthrough 2025-26 campaign that saw him establish himself as a key figure in the Reds' youth setup.

From youth soccer in Croatia to Canada's World Cup roster, Promise David's rapid rise and calm mindset could be key as Les Rouges open on home soil.

Bayern Munich have stepped up their pursuit of PSV star Ismael Saibari by submitting an improved offer worth a total of €53 million. The Morocco international has emerged as a priority target for the Bundesliga giants, who are looking to bolster their midfield options ahead of the new campaign.

Spain have received a significant fitness boost ahead of their 2026 World Cup opener, with Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams returning to full training. The dynamic duo had been major doubts for the group clash with Cape Verde, but their presence at the team's base camp suggests they are ready for the big stage.

Canada's World Cup opener is here. Can Jonathan David, Promise David and Jesse Marsch's deep squad overcome injuries and start strong vs. Bosnia?

The wait is over. Christian Pulisic and the USMNT open their home World Cup vs Paraguay on Friday, with Chris Richards' fitness and key decisions in focus.

South Korea 2026 kits revealed - from evoking the mighty tiger to floral patterns.

German football icon Lothar Matthaus has mapped out two distinct paths that could see national team manager Julian Nagelsmann exit his post early despite holding a contract until 2028. Speaking ahead of the 2026 World Cup, the 1990 World Cup winner insisted that the 38-year-old's future hinges entirely on performance, outlining both an immediate dismissal in the event of a group-stage disaster and a voluntary departure to club football should Germany lift the trophy.

Jurgen Klopp, head of global soccer at Red Bull, has reportedly set his sights on Rangers manager Danny Rohl to lead a new era at Red Bull Salzburg. The former Liverpool boss has been impressed by the job Rohl has done at Ibrox, and a formal approach from Salzburg could be on the horizon.

Argentina have reclaimed the number one spot in the FIFA Men’s World Rankings. The update comes at the perfect time for Lionel Scaloni’s side, with the 2026 World Cup now officially underway as Argentina seek to defend their crown.

Newcastle United have reportedly opened negotiations with Osasuna to sign Spain World Cup star Victor Munoz as they look to fill the void left by Anthony Gordon. The Magpies are moving aggressively in the early stages of the summer window to secure the 22-year-old before his stock rises further on the international stage.

Japan captain Wataru Endo has been forced to withdraw from the 2026 World Cup squad due to a persistent injury, bringing a premature end to his international career. The Liverpool midfielder confirmed he is stepping away from the national team entirely after failing to recover in time for the tournament in North America.

Real Madrid have confirmed the appointment of Jose Mourinho for a second spell in charge, handing the veteran Portuguese tactician a three-year contract to lead the club into a new era. Having triumphed in the recent presidential elections, Florentino Perez has wasted no time in delivering on his headline campaign promise to bring the 63-year-old back to the Spanish capital.