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Sports Interactive has lifted the curtain on the next entry in its iconic series with Football Manager 2026 promising to push the franchise into new territory, offering fans a fresh and immersive managerial experience that builds on more than two decades of simulation expertise. One of the headline features of FM26 is the long-anticipated move to the Unity engine. This overhaul is expected to deliver smoother 3D animations, lifelike ball physics, and more natural player movements.

Didier Deschamps admits giving up on certain aspects as he lifts off the ban on phones in locker rooms claiming the methods have lost their efficacy.

Rangers have been deemed "too small" for Jose Mourinho as the ex-Chelsea & Manchester United boss has been urged to return to England and chase a fourth Premier League title. Mourinho is once again at a crossroads in his storied career after being dismissed by Fenerbahce just 14 months into the role. The Turkish giants pulled the trigger following a crushing 1-0 Champions League play-off defeat to Benfica, a result that ended their hopes of dining at Europe’s top table this season.

Julian Nagelsmann told Bayern Munich and Bundesliga clubs to stop moaning about Premier League riches and embrace the underdog fight in transfers.

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David Alaba says he's ready for a full 90 minutes of football as he awaits a chance to prove himself to new boss Xabi Alonso at Real Madrid.

Eintracht Frankfurt were set to lose a key player to the financial might of Saudi Arabia, but a mother's intervention resulted in the player staying.

Liverpool maestro Mo Salah has heaped praise on Harvey Elliott, calling him a 'champion' and stated his new club Aston Villa are lucky to have him.

Monaco's star summer signings Paul Pogba and Ansu Fati have been named in Monaco's Champions League squad, although they could miss the initial games.

Vitinha reflected on his “dream season” at PSG and set his sights on climbing high in the Ballon d’Or race alongside Lamine Yamal and Ousmane Dembele.

Harry Kane has been told how he could become an NFL kicker, with American football superstar DeAndre Hopkins offering useful advice.

Chelsea new boy Joao Pedro has revealed his dream of one day winning the Ballon d’Or, while explaining why he turned down a move to Newcastle. The 23-year-old has scored five goals in his first five starts for Chelsea to quickly become a key figure under Enzo Maresca.

Marc Guiu does not regret leaving Barcelona as he says Enzo Maresca and his "Pep Guardiola influence" swayed him to join Chelsea.

France have been hit with a blow as Paris Saint-Germain star Ousmane Dembele is set to miss their opening World Cup qualifier against Ukraine.

Check out our soccer expert’s Bulgaria vs Spain predictions and betting tips, prior to Thursday’s 2:45pm ET World Cup Qualifiers clash (09/04).

Alexis Sanchez hit back at doubts over his age and fitness as he pulled on Sevilla’s No.10 shirt, vowing to bring joy and silverware to Nervion.

The natural ability of Chelsea wonderkid Estevao Willian has left Joao Pedro stunned, with the youngster billed as being “like Vinicius Jr”.

Cody Gakpo has claimed that Bayern Munich tried to sign him in the summer transfer window before settling on Liverpool team-mate Luis Diaz. The Netherlands international, however, says he never considered leaving Liverpool, where he has just signed a long-term contract extension..

Bayern Munich's transfer policy is facing fresh criticism after a broken promise forced Johan Kusi-Asare into a last-minute Premier League move.

Explore our soccer expert’s Argentina vs Venezuela predictions and betting tips, pre Thursday’s 7:30pm ET World Cup Qualifiers clash (09/04).

Lauryn Goodman is open to getting married as she wants a "consistent father figure” for her children - with Kyle Walker absent after two affairs.

Ashley Young and his son Tyler could write Championship history after the 19-year-old signed with Ipswich Town’s U21s, raising the possibility of the pair playing together. The 40-year-old ex-Man Utd star joined the Tractor Boys earlier this summer, and now his son is following in his footsteps after securing a deal with the development squad.

Thomas Muller says he is getting "goosebumps" from the "football fever" sweeping Vancouver as the Whitecaps star adjusts to his life outside Germany.

Brighton’s Bart Verbruggen says he has heard nothing about rumours linking him to a move to Bayern Munich rumours.

Joao Pedro has explained why he was “scared” to meet Cole Palmer after completing a £60 million ($81m) transfer to Chelsea.

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The 2025 summer transfer window has smashed records across global football, with Premier League clubs driving unprecedented spending. FIFA has revealed that men’s football reached an all-time high of $9.76 billion in transfer fees, while women’s football also hit a new record of $12.3m. More than 13,000 players sealed moves, underlining a frenzied market.

Fenerbahce wanted to appoint Sebastian Hoeness, but the Stuttgart head coach has turned down the opportunity to become Jose Mourinho's successor.

Inter have turned their interest to Lyon's Malick Fofana after failing to land Ademola Lookman this summer despite their personal agreement.