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Serie A icon Immobile announces retirement

One of Italy's greatest modern goalscorers has officially called time on his playing days. Ciro Immobile, the legendary forward who dominated Serie A scoring charts for over a decade, has announced his retirement from professional football. The news marks the end of a prolific era for both Italian football and the various clubs he represented across Europe.

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Xavi takes over Netherlands helm

The Netherlands have turned to a Barcelona icon to lead their national team into a bold new era, officially appointing Xavi Hernandez as their new head coach. Replacing Ronald Koeman after a lengthy search, the legendary midfielder has committed to a long-term project that will see him lead Oranje through the next two major tournament cycles.

‘Honeymoon period of one game’ - No special treatment for Klopp

Jurgen Klopp has been warned that he will get no special treatment as head coach of Germany, with Dietmar Hamann telling GOAL that the former Liverpool manager’s “honeymoon period” will last “one game”. The enigmatic 59-year-old has returned to the dugout for the first time since bidding an emotional farewell to Anfield in the summer of 2024.

UEFA maintain World Cup boycott despite Infantino apology

UEFA has refused to back down in its explosive stand-off with FIFA, despite a public apology from Gianni Infantino. European football's governing body maintains that its member nations could still boycott the World Cup and other major tournaments following the controversial FIFA Forward Enterprises privatisation plot.

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Ex-Arsenal academy chief explains motivation for new Germany role

Former Arsenal academy director Per Mertesacker has spoken out about his new challenge after being confirmed as the incoming sporting managing director of the German Football Association (DFB). The 2014 World Cup winner is set to play a pivotal role in the nation's footballing future, joining the setup at the same time as legendary manager Jurgen Klopp.

Klopp sparks 'incredible euphoria' but Hamann warns of DFB challenges

The arrival of Jurgen Klopp as Germany’s new national team head coach has sparked a wave of optimism across the country not seen in many years. Former Liverpool and Germany midfielder Dietmar Hamann believes the presence of the charismatic coach alone is enough to transform the national mood, though he insists significant tactical hurdles still lie ahead for the squad.