Tottenham Hotspur Women have completed the marquee signing of France international defender Alice Sombath from Lyon for an undisclosed club-record fee. The highly-rated centre-back arrives in north London following a trophy-laden spell in France, providing a significant defensive boost to head coach Martin Ho's evolving squad ahead of the new campaign.
Rodrigo De Paul has defended Argentina following their World Cup final defeat to Spain, accusing critics of spreading "baseless conspiracy theories" throughout the tournament. The midfielder insists the backlash only strengthened the bond within Lionel Scaloni's squad despite their painful loss.
CONMEBOL president Alejandro Dominguez has claimed on social media that the 2030 World Cup will expand to an unprecedented 64-team tournament. The bold declaration follows confirmation from Gianni Infantino that FIFA plans to evaluate further expansion after the groundbreaking 48-team 2026 edition in North America.
Lionel Messi and Argentina were left heartbroken after losing the World Cup final to Spain, but the Argentine captain quickly received an emotional show of support from his wife, Antonela Roccuzzo. Her heartfelt tribute praised his resilience, character and enduring legacy despite the painful defeat.
Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul have been granted a mandatory recovery hiatus following their intense World Cup run with Argentina. Inter Miami's star duo will reportedly sit out upcoming league encounters and the MLS All-Star Game, ensuring they receive crucial rest after starring on the global stage.
Topps is celebrating one of football's most memorable images by turning Lionel Messi's famous photo with baby Lamine Yamal into a unique trading card. The announcement comes just a day after the pair faced each other in the World Cup final.
Footage from the New Jersey New York Stadium has exposed intense dressing room tunnel speeches delivered by Lionel Messi and Emiliano Martinez during Argentina's World Cup final defeat. The reigning champions were outplayed by Spain as they suffered a 1-0 loss after extra time, with a red card for Enzo Fernandez compounding their misery.
Benfica have completed the signing of Jhon Duran from Al-Nassr on a season-long loan, with the financial details of the deal now confirmed. The former Aston Villa striker has outlined his ambitions after sealing a return to European football, but how much will the Portuguese giants actually pay?
Cristiano Ronaldo's Instagram account appeared to like an explosive social media post alleging FIFA corruption and claiming officials attempted to hand the 2026 World Cup to Lionel Messi. The viral interaction surfaced before Argentina's final loss to Spain, after a tournament filled with fierce officiating disputes.
Enzo Fernandez has addressed Argentina supporters after their World Cup final defeat to Spain, having been sent off late in the dramatic showdown. The Chelsea midfielder reflected on the team's journey while FIFA also opened an investigation into the chaotic scenes after full-time.
What an explosive women's transfer window it has been so far! Alexia Putellas, Beth Mead, Sam Kerr, Georgia Stanway and Mary Earps are just some of those who have been on the move in the first few weeks, but while a lot of business has already been done, there are still several big names worth keeping an eye on before windows start to slam shut in September.
And just like that, it's over. After five-and-a-half weeks of breathless action, the 2026 World Cup is beginning to appear in the rearview mirror, the biggest international tournament in football history leaving behind a lifetime of memories while champions Spain continue their own celebrations.
Unai Simon won the Golden Glove at the 2026 World Cup after keeping seven clean sheets in eight appearances - a truly historic achievement, and yet it would be difficult to argue that the goalkeeper played a particularly important role in Spain's success because he barely had anything to do.
There is a sense that we are awaiting the inevitable after Argentina were downed by Spain in the 2026 World Cup final. The tears rolling down Lionel Messi's face after the full-time whistle in New Jersey suggested he may well be about to call time on his glittering international career, having powered his country through the tournament in North America at the age of 39.
Newly-appointed Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus has insisted he will refrain from making wholesale changes to the squad following their premature World Cup exit. The former Al-Nassr manager confirmed that his upcoming selection will closely resemble the previous group, keeping the door firmly open for veteran captain Cristiano Ronaldo.
Spain celebrated their World Cup triumph with a lively open-top bus parade through Madrid, where Lamine Yamal entertained supporters by singing Bad Bunny songs alongside team-mates. Ferran Torres also caught the eye with a Donald Trump-inspired cap before the celebrations turned emotional during the team's ceremony at Cibeles Square.
Tottenham could be set for a surprise goalkeeper swap with Napoli, with reports in Italy suggesting a potential deal involving Guglielmo Vicario and Vanja Milinkovic-Savic as both clubs reassess their options between the posts this summer.
Inaki Williams has led the tributes to his brother Nico following Spain's historic victory in the World Cup final against Argentina. The Athletic Club forward took to social media to express his immense pride in his younger sibling's achievement on the world's biggest stage.
Tributes are flowing in for former England captain and manager Kevin Keegan following the announcement of his passing at the age of 75. Alan Shearer and Jamie Carragher were among those paying homage to a legend of the game.
Manchester United appear to hold an early advantage over Arsenal in the race to sign Manu Kone, with the Roma and France midfielder eyeing a step up and eager to test himself in the Premier League following an emotional World Cup exit.
Paris Saint-Germain have halted their pursuit of Lille’s 18-year-old sensation Ayyoub Bouaddi, cooling interest in the highly coveted midfielder. The French champions are opting to look within their current squad, effectively clearing the path for La Liga giants Real Madrid and Barcelona to lead the race for Europe's most promising Moroccan starlet.
Manchester City have announced a unique online auction featuring the personal contents of Pep Guardiola’s office following his emotional departure from the Etihad Stadium. Fans now have the rare opportunity to bid on everything from the legendary manager's tactical whistle to his private collection of ornaments and training apparel.
The relationship between Memphis Depay and Corinthians has hit a breaking point following the conclusion of the World Cup. As negotiations for a contract renewal stall, the Brazilian club has taken the drastic step of advising the Dutch international not to report for scheduled training sessions to avoid triggering complex financial clauses.
German football legend Lothar Matthaus has delivered a scathing assessment of Argentina's conduct following their World Cup final defeat to Spain. The former Ballon d'Or winner hit out at the Albiceleste for their lack of sportsmanship and tactical approach during the showpiece event.
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