U21 international striker Nicolo Tresoldi could play for as many as three major footballing nations and is reportedly looking to move clubs again this summer. Which national team manager will be the first to call him? And what’s the situation with BVB?
Arsenal academy graduates Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri provided a timely reminder of their precocious talent during England Under-21s' commanding 4-1 victory over Moldova, earning special praise from manager Lee Carsley. Despite enduring contrasting seasons at club level, the Hale End duo combined spectacularly at Carrow Road as the Young Lions picked up another three points in their U21s European Championship qualifying campaign.
Turkiye Under-21s manager Egemen Korkmaz was rushed to hospital after a distressing incident during a UEFA European Championship qualifier against Croatia on March 31. The coach suffered a frightening fall on the touchline, temporarily losing consciousness, which led to the match being suspended as medical staff rushed onto the pitch to provide immediate emergency treatment.
The tug-of-war between Spain and Morocco for one of the world's brightest dual-national talents has reached a new chapter. Real Madrid's rising star Thiago Pitarch has seemingly ended the speculation surrounding his international allegiance, sending a definitive message to both federations.
Since the Conference League's inception in 2021, three teams have lifted the trophy: Roma, West Ham United, and the current champions, Olympiacos.
How many teams are in the Conference League?
The newest format, introduced ahead of the 2024-25 season, features 36 teams, four more than in the previous format.
Who has made the most Conference League appearances ever?
Mainz 05 midfielder Hong Hyun-seok and Gent captain Sven Kums have made 39 appearances each in the Conference League, making them the players with the most appearances in the competition.
Who is the all-time top scorer of the Conference League?
As for top goalscorers, Arthur Cabral leads the list with 21 goals to his name, including those scored in the qualifying phase. However, without taking into account goals scored in the qualifying phase, three players have scored the joint-most goals in Conference League with 12 each to their names: Arthur Cabral, Eran Zahavi, and Vangelis Pavlidis.
Who has the most assists in the history of the Conference League?
Darian Males, Gavriel Kanichowsky, and Cristiano Biraghi have the most assists in Conference League history, registering eight assists each.
Who is the oldest player ever in the Conference League and how old was he?
Veteran Spanish goalkeeper Pepe Reina, while playing for Villarreal in 2023, became the oldest player to feature in the Conference League at 40 years and 175 days.
Who is the youngest player ever in the Conference League and how old was he?
Lille wonderkid Ayyoub Bouaddi holds the record as the Conference League's youngest-ever player at the tender age of 16 years and 3 days.
Which famous players have played in the Conference League?
Stars such as Paulo Dybala, Lorenzo Pellegrini, Tammy Abraham, Declan Rice, Harry Kane, Ollie Watkins,Co Mario Gotze, Kasper Schmeichel, Cody Gakpo, Stephan El Shaarawy, James Maddison, Jonathan David, and Edin Dzeko have played in the Conference League.
Which famous managers have managed in the Conference League?
Manuel Pellegrini, Jose Mourinho, Unai Emery, David Moyes, and Ange Postecoglou are among the most famous managers to have managed in the Conference League.