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Pep Guardiola has officially called time on his legendary stay at Manchester City, leaving a legacy of 20 trophies after a decade of dominance at the Etihad Stadium. While the Catalan tactician is set for a temporary sabbatical, speculation is already mounting regarding his next destination in the dugout. Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez believes that after conquering the club game in Spain, Germany, and England, his former mentor is destined for the international stage.

Paris Saint-Germain have done it again! A club once derided as the biggest bottlers in the Champions League showed their mettle by edging out Arsenal 4-3 on penalties, after a 1-1 draw in Budapest, to deservedly retain their European crown on Saturday. Unlike last year's rout of Inter, PSG had to dig deep to defeat the Gunners, who proved an unsurprisingly tough nut to crack after taking an early lead through Kai Havertz following a fortuitous break of the ball.

The Champions League final. It's the biggest match on the club calendar in football, always featuring historic clubs and so often the best players on the planet at that moment. Sometimes, it lives up to expectation in the most extraordinary fashion. Sometimes, sadly, it just doesn't. Either way, there is usually drama, as was the case in Saturday's final as Paris Saint-Germain beat Arsenal on penalties.

With the Lionel Messi-Cristiano Ronaldo duopoly presumably disappearing into the rearview mirror, the battle for the Ballon d'Or hasn't felt so open for the best part of 20 years, with countless players now beginning each campaign believing they have a chance of claiming the most prestigious individual prize football has to offer. Ousmane Dembele emerged from a career plagued by injuries and inconsistencies to win the Golden Ball in 2025, and he is among a crowded field of contenders again in 2026.

Mikel Arteta has called on the Arsenal board to be "very ambitious" in the upcoming transfer window as the Gunners look to move past the heartbreak of their Champions League final defeat. Despite securing a historic Premier League title this season, the north London side fell just short in Budapest, losing 4-3 on penalties to Paris Saint-Germain - a team the Arsenal boss conceded are the "best in the world."

Johan Vazquez scored and delivered Mexico's best performance as El Tri edged Australia 1-0 at the Rose Bowl. GOAL rates every player after an uneven display that offered Javier Aguirre valuable World Cup roster clues ahead of his final squad announcement.

A new study reveals the average Airbnb cost in all 16 host cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Kansas City ranks as the most expensive destination for fans, while Guadalajara offers the best value. Here's how accommodation prices compare across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and what supporters can expect to pay during the tournament.

Former Arsenal midfielder Samir Nasri has claimed that the match officials "punished" the Gunners during their heartbreaking Champions League final defeat to Paris Saint-Germain. The Frenchman suggested that the referee’s second-half performance was a direct response to Arsenal’s game management earlier in the contest.

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has lauded Paris Saint-Germain skipper Marquinhos for his class and sportsmanship following the Champions League final. Moments after Gabriel Magalhaes missed a crucial penalty in the shootout to hand PSG the trophy, Marquinhos immediately bypassed his team's wild celebrations to comfort his visibly devastated international teammate, a gesture the Gunners' midfielder hailed as the mark of a true gentleman.

Mikel Arteta has hit out at the officiating in Arsenal's heartbreaking Champions League final defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, suggesting his side were denied a clear penalty. The Gunners saw their European dreams crushed in a shootout after a tense 1-1 draw, leaving the north London side to reflect on what might have been.

Paris Saint-Germain have cemented their status as the new kings of European football after defeating Arsenal in a tense Champions League final to retain their crown. In the aftermath of the historic victory, midfielder Joao Neves aimed for the Gunners' approach to the showpiece event.

Declan Rice has thrown his support behind Gabriel Magalhaes and Eberechi Eze after the duo suffered penalty heartbreak in Arsenal’s Champions League final defeat to Paris Saint-Germain. Despite the crushing nature of the loss in Budapest, the midfielder insists the pair remain vital to the club's future success.

Chelsea wasted no time in reminding Arsenal of the hierarchy in the capital following the Gunners' devastating Champions League final defeat on Saturday. As Mikel Arteta’s side fell at the final hurdle against Paris Saint-Germain, the Blues took to social media to deliver a cold-blooded reminder of their own European pedigree.

Paris Saint-Germain have cemented their place in the pantheon of footballing greats after successfully defending their European crown against Arsenal. The French giants have achieved a feat of dominance rarely seen in the history of the sport, matching a record that has stood for over half a century.

Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique and captain Marquinhos basked in the glory of retaining their Champions League crown after overcoming a gruelling final against newly crowned Premier League champions Arsenal. Amidst wild post-match celebrations in Budapest, the Spanish tactician labelled the triumph even more impressive than the previous year's, while his Brazilian skipper lauded the squad’s elite depth and mentality.

The legendary Francesco Totti is nearing a sensational return to Roma as the club prepares to reopen negotiations with their greatest-ever player. While a comeback once seemed certain before stalling in recent months, manager Gian Piero Gasperini is now personally driving the push to see 'Er Pupone' back at the capital club.

Arsenal suffered penalty shootout heartbreak at the hands of Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final, as Gabriel Magalhaes skied the all-important spot-kick to hand the holders a second-consecutive European crown in Budapest. Kai Havertz had given the Gunners an early lead before Ousmane Dembele's second-half equaliser, and a staunch Arsenal defence took the showpiece to extra-time.

Paris Saint-Germain successfully defended their Champions League crown as they ran out 4-3 winners on penalties over Arsenal following a 1-1 draw in Saturday's final. Ousmane Dembele had scored from the spot to pull the Ligue 1 winners level in the second half, and despite Nuno Mendes missing in the shootout, the Gunners twice fired off target to hand the European Cup back to PSG.

Scotland's World Cup preparations have been dealt a massive blow with the news that Billy Gilmour has been ruled out of the tournament. The Napoli midfielder suffered a serious knee injury during the national team's final send-off victory over Curacao on Saturday.

Kevin De Bruyne has spoken candidly about his difficult debut season at Napoli, admitting that he is glad to see the departure of manager Antonio Conte. The Belgian superstar struggled to find his best form under the Italian tactician's rigid system and has now opened up on the stylistic clashes that defined their short time together at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.

David de Gea could be set for a sensational high-profile move as Juventus reportedly step up their interest in the Spanish goalkeeper. The former Manchester United star is being increasingly viewed as a viable option in Turin after the club hit a stalemate in their pursuit of Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson.

Former Liverpool and Real Madrid manager Rafa Benitez has emerged as a surprise candidate for the vacant Italy job after expressing a strong desire to lead the Azzurri. The Spanish tactician, who is currently a free agent, has publicly flirted with the idea of taking over the national team as they look to rebuild following a catastrophic period on the international stage.

Harry Maguire’s long and often turbulent association with Manchester United could be reaching its conclusion following reports that the veteran defender has been offered to Serie A champions Inter. Despite recently putting pen to paper on a contract extension at Old Trafford, the 33-year-old’s future remains the subject of intense speculation as the Nerazzurri look to rebuild their backline.

Luis Enrique has long been known as one of the most demanding tactical minds in world football, but former Barcelona midfielder Rafinha has now lifted the lid on the sheer intensity of the Spaniard's regime. The Brazilian-born playmaker, who worked under Enrique at both Celta Vigo and Camp Nou, admits that the manager's approach to fitness was nothing short of extreme during his early coaching days.

Kai Havertz made Champions League history with his early goal for Arsenal in the final against Paris Saint-Germain.

Arsenal’s quest for their first-ever Champions League title got off to a dream start in Budapest as Kai Havertz found the net early against Paris Saint-Germain. The German international, who famously scored the winner for Chelsea in the 2021 final, has now etched his name into the history books of European football once again.

Anthony Gordon has wasted no time in making his lofty ambitions known after completing his move to Barcelona, insisting the club must secure its sixth European crown. The England international expressed his excitement at joining the Catalan giants, describing the move as a dream come true following his arrival from Newcastle United.

Manchester United loanee Marcus Rashford is fully prioritising a permanent stay at Barcelona, remaining unfazed by the blockbuster arrival of international teammate Anthony Gordon. The 29-year-old forward is holding onto direct assurances from manager Hansi Flick despite the Spanish champions' reluctance to trigger their option to buy him outright.

Carlo Ancelotti has delivered a blunt assessment of his current Brazil squad, suggesting the Selecao no longer boast the individual icons of years gone by. The Italian tactician claims that the five-time world champions must now lean on a collective effort rather than expecting a single superstar to carry the nation to glory.