Excelsior (A) Overview

De la Fuente wins Coach of the Year

Luis de la Fuente has cemented his legacy as one of the modern greats after being named the best coach in world football. The Spanish tactician accepted the prestigious award following a historic campaign that saw his national team reach the summit of the sport.

Spain appeal FIFA sanctions at CAS after Egypt friendly chants

The Spanish football federation (RFEF) has confirmed it will escalate its legal battle to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) following a FIFA ruling. The governing body recently dismissed an appeal against sanctions imposed for Islamophobic chanting during an international friendly earlier this year.

Ipswich Town v Arsenal - Carabao Cup Third Round

'Doesn't get the credit he deserves' - MLS names the 'most underrated' Arsenal star

Arsenal academy graduate Myles Lewis-Skelly has identified the teammate he believes does not get the recognition he deserves at the Emirates Stadium. Despite being a vital cog in Mikel Arteta’s tactical machine, the young midfielder feels one senior figure is consistently flying under the radar.

'Very POOR'! Argentina Star Admits Spain Outplayed Them in World Cup Final

Nicolas Tagliafico has delivered a candid assessment of Argentina’s shortcomings following their World Cup final defeat against Spain. The veteran defender admitted that the Albiceleste failed to replicate the form that saw them crowned world champions in 2022, suggesting that the team was tactically second-best throughout the contest.

Way-too-early Euro 2028 Power Rankings

The tournament might not kick-off for the best part of two years, but the extended international break offered some early clues as to how the challengers are shaping up

'They punish you!' – Mateo Kovacic and Kristijan Jakic detail heartbreak against world champions

Croatian midfielders Mateo Kovacic and Kristijan Jakic shared their frustration after Spain snatched a late 2-1 victory in Split. The duo insisted Croatia showed crucial character following their heavy defeat to England.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
8	Erzurumspor FK	9	4	2	3	8	12	-4	14	W W D W L
9	Corum FK	9	4	1	4	18	15	3	13	L W W L W
10	Goztepe	9	3	3	3	19	16	3	12	W W W D D
11	Alanyaspor	9	3	3	3	9	11	-2	12	L L D W D
12	Istanbul Basaksehir	9	3	2	4	12	14	-2	11	L W D W L

De la Fuente wins Coach of the Year

Spain appeal FIFA sanctions at CAS after Egypt friendly chants

'Doesn't get the credit he deserves' - MLS names the 'most underrated' Arsenal star

'Very POOR'! Argentina Star Admits Spain Outplayed Them in World Cup Final

Way-too-early Euro 2028 Power Rankings

'They punish you!' – Mateo Kovacic and Kristijan Jakic detail heartbreak against world champions

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