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Germany were sensationally dumped out of the 2026 World Cup on Monday evening after losing 4-3 on penalties to Paraguay after a 1-1 draw in Foxborough. Julian Nagelsmann's side had 75 percent possession and three times as many shots as their South American opponents (21-7), while they also thought they'd won a bad-tampered round-of-32 tie when Jonathan Tah headed home Nathaniel Brown's corner in extra-time.

France head coach Didier Deschamps has spoken candidly about the emotional toll of his mother’s passing during the World Cup. The legendary tactician took a brief leave of absence from the squad to be with his family before making a quick return to lead Les Bleus into the knockout stages.

Arsenal have seen an opening enquiry for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott firmly rejected as Mikel Arteta looks to bolster his engine room. Despite the player's soaring reputation, the Cherries have no intention of sanctioning a deal for one of their most prized assets this summer.

Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti has revealed exactly why Neymar remained an unused substitute during the Selecao's dramatic 2-1 comeback victory against Japan. Despite the Santos superstar warming up in front of a captivated Houston crowd, he was sent back to the bench as the game reached its climax.

Gabriel Martinelli was left speechless after his dramatic stoppage-time strike completed a tense comeback for Brazil against Japan. The Arsenal forward kept his cool in the dying embers of the game to ensure the Selecao avoided a monumental World Cup upset in Texas.

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Como have secured the services of Nico Paz for another season following a formal agreement with Real Madrid. The Argentine creative spark has blossomed into one of Serie A's most exciting talents since moving to the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, and his development will continue under the watchful eye of Cesc Fabregas.

Japan midfielder Kaishu Sano has delivered a sobering assessment of the Samurai Blue's World Cup exit, insisting that performing well is no substitute for winning after a dramatic knockout defeat to Brazil. Despite a valiant effort that saw them push the South American giants to the limit, the 2026 World Cup journey ended in heartbreak for Hajime Moriyasu's side.

Aston Villa have slapped a staggering £130 million price tag on star man Morgan Rogers as interest from Premier League giants Arsenal and Chelsea continues to intensify. The Villans are determined to keep hold of their talisman, setting a valuation that would shatter the British transfer record for the England international.

France head coach Didier Deschamps has launched a passionate defence of Kylian Mbappe, insisting the forward is currently on a single-minded mission to lead Les Bleus to further glory. The Real Madrid star has been the focal point of the French national team as they prepare for the high-stakes knockout rounds of the World Cup.

Enzo Maresca’s tenure at Manchester City has been hit by a significant setback before he has even overseen a competitive fixture, with midfield lynchpin Rodri set to undergo surgery. The Spanish international is carrying a mystery injury and is expected to miss the opening weeks of the 2026-27 campaign.

Casemiro and Gabriel Martinelli got the goals as Brazil came from behind to beat Japan 2-1 in Houston to progress to the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup. The five-time champions appeared to be heading for an embarrassingly early exit after falling behind to a terrific first-half strike from Kaishu Sano, who found the bottom corner of Alisson Becker's net with a low shot after pouncing on a misplaced pass from Danilo.

Michael Olise has emerged as one of the standout performers of the World Cup, cementing his status as one of global football's elite talents. Following an exceptional domestic campaign with Bayern Munich, the French international is now seeking clarity regarding his role at the Allianz Arena as heavyweight interest continues to mount.

RB Leipzig sport chief Marcel Schafer has issued a firm hands-off warning to Paris Saint-Germain regarding Yan Diomande, insisting the breakout star is going nowhere this summer. Despite heavy speculation linking the Ivory Coast international with a move to the Parc des Princes, the Bundesliga outfit are determined to retain their prized asset for at least one more season.

England captain Harry Kane is set to commit his long-term future to Bayern Munich after deciding to reject interest from Barcelona. The prolific striker has informed the Catalan giants that he is settled in Germany and has no intention of seeking a move away from the Allianz Arena.

Enzo Maresca has expressed his immense excitement after being officially unveiled as the new Manchester City manager, succeeding the legendary Pep Guardiola at the Etihad Stadium. Having signed a three-year deal, the Italian coach is returning for his third stint with the Citizens as he looks to uphold the club's unprecedented era of dominance.

Arsenal are set to see a significant departure from Mikel Arteta's inner circle as the club continue to overhaul the performance department. Tom Allen, the long-serving head of sports science and performance, is the latest senior figure to leave the Emirates Stadium following an extensive internal review into the squad's fitness protocols.

Gary Lineker has named France as the outright favourites to win the World Cup, insisting that there is no manager in international football better suited to lifting the trophy than Didier Deschamps. The former England striker praised the leadership of the Les Bleus boss while simultaneously hitting out at FIFA for a controversial decision regarding the French national team.

Gotham FC signed Sam Kerr through the 2030 season, as the deal marks a return to Gotham for Kerr, who previously played three seasons with Sky Blue FC and ends her six-year career with Chelsea FC.

Liverpool have been forced to pivot in their search for a new marquee winger after top target Yan Diomande indicated his preference to join Paris Saint-Germain. The Reds are now exploring a move for PSG’s own Bradley Barcola as they look to fill the void left by Mohamed Salah’s departure.

Netherlands 2026 kits revealed - from a new version of the iconic orange to a sleek new away strip.

Julian Nagelsmann has delivered a blunt assessment of the pressure surrounding the German national team as they prepare for a high-stakes World Cup knockout clash against Paraguay. Following a disappointing group-stage finale against Ecuador, the head coach is refusing to let external noise distract from the task at hand in Boston.

Just three games into the 2026 World Cup, England find themselves shorn of all three of their named options at right-back, making what was once an abundant area of the pitch for the Three Lions a real problem position at the worst possible time. Reece James, Tino Livramento and Jarell Quansah are all out injured, and Thomas Tuchel is now under significant scrutiny for some bizarre selection calls.

Mason Greenwood has reportedly issued a blunt "let me go" plea to Marseille as the race for his signature intensifies between European heavyweights. While the forward has long been linked with a move to Serie A's Roma, a lucrative alternative from Fenerbahçe has emerged that could completely derail the plans of his primary suitors in Italy.

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Manchester United are ready to kickstart their summer transfer business with the impending arrival of Cristian Orozco. The Red Devils have reportedly scheduled a medical for the Colombian wonderkid as they look to finalise a deal that has been months in the making.

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Liam Rosenior is on the verge of a return to the technical area as he prepares to take over the reins at Ligue 1 outfit Paris FC. The former Chelsea head coach has been out of work since his brief and difficult tenure at Stamford Bridge came to a disappointing end earlier this year.