+18 or +21, depending on state | Commercial Content | T&C's Apply | Play Responsibly | Publishing Principles

Serie A

Serie A news

Nottingham Forest v Liverpool - Premier League

Van Dijk admits Alisson exit would be 'big blow' for Liverpool

Virgil van Dijk has admitted that losing Alisson Becker would represent a "big blow" for Liverpool as speculation regarding a move to Italy continues to gather pace. The Brazilian goalkeeper has been heavily linked with a switch to Juventus, with it reported that there has been contact between the Serie A giants and the player's representatives.

FBL-FRA-LIGUE 1-MARSEILLE-AUXERRE

Marseille set Greenwood price tag amid Juventus transfer interest

Juventus are reportedly ready to accelerate their long-standing interest in Mason Greenwood as they look to overhaul their attacking options for next season, with Marseille having set their asking price for the ex-Manchester United forward. Greenwood has enjoyed another prolific season with the Ligue 1 giants, but his future depends on whether they qualify for the Champions League.

Advertisement
Genoa CFC v Como 1907 - Serie A

Como's Paz taken to hospital after suffering head injury

Como midfielder Nico Paz was taken to hospital for evaluation after sustaining a worrying head injury during his side's 2-0 Serie A victory over Genoa. The Argentina international suffered a clash of heads in the first half and complained of significant vision issues, prompting manager Cesc Fabregas to substitute him as a precaution.

Nico Paz Como Atalanta penalty missed 01022026

Revealed: Deadline for Madrid to activate Paz's buy-back clause

Real Madrid have reportedly informed Como of their decision to activate the buyback clause for Nico Paz, making the Argentine international their first official signing for the 2026-27 campaign. The young playmaker has enjoyed a sensational breakout season in Italy, prompting the Spanish giants to move rapidly to secure his return to Santiago Bernabeu.

Napoli v Empoli - Serie A

Conte slams Lukaku over Napoli training ground 'snub'

Antonio Conte has expressed his "disappointment" with Romelu Lukaku after the striker allegedly visited Napoli’s training ground without greeting his manager. Despite their historically close bond, Conte hit out at the Belgian's silence during his injury rehabilitation, claiming that while he tries to understand his players, "no one makes the effort to understand the coach."

Rafael Leao Milan

Are Man Utd one of them? Two PL clubsask about Milan's Leao

Manchester United and Liverpool have reportedly initiated contact with AC Milan to explore a summer move for Portuguese superstar Rafael Leao. With a reported valuation of £60 million ($81m), both Premier League giants are eager to secure the 26-year-old’s signature before his price potentially skyrockets following the 2026 World Cup in North America.

Frequently asked questions

Columbus Crew, Cruz Azul, Leon, and Inter Miami are the most successful sides in the Leagues Cup, having won one title each.

As of 2024, there are 45 teams in the Leagues Cup, from both the MLS and the Liga MX. They are divided into 15 groups of three teams each. The inaugural edition in 2019, in contrast, featured just 16 teams.

Andre Blake, Jack Elliott, Jacob Glesnes, Kai Wagner, and Mikael Uhre – all of them players of Philadelphia Union – share the record for most appearances in Leagues Cup, making 14 appearances each.

Gabonese forward Denis Bouanga is the all-time topscorer in Leagues Cup history, scoring 12 goals in 10 games for Los Angeles FC. Lionel Messi is close in second place with 10 goals.

Tijuana goalkeeper Jesus Corona is the oldest player to ever feature in a Leagues Cup game. Corona was 43 years and 191 days old when he played against Vancouver Whitecaps in August 2024.

Axel Kei is the youngest player to feature in Leagues Cup. Kei was just 14 years and 267 days when he achieved the feat during Real Salt Lake City's 2-1 loss against Atlas Guadalajara in 2022.

Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba, Sergio Busquets, Andre-Pierre Gignac, and Hector Herrera are among the most famous players to have featured in the Leagues Cup.

Caleb Porter, Tata Martino, Phil Neville, Martin Demichelis, and Fernando Gago are among the most famous managers in Leagues Cup history.