World Cup news

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has thrown his weight behind Zinedine Zidane to take the reins of the French national team following their exit from the World Cup. The legendary Swede believes the Bleus require a specific type of leadership to move forward after their 2-0 defeat to Spain in the semi-finals.

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Christophe Dugarry has fiercely criticised Didier Deschamps and the France national team following their semi-final defeat to Spain. The former Barcelona forward expressed extreme frustration over the terrible performance, feeling utterly deceived by the team's lack of attacking threat and fighting spirit during the deeply disappointing 2026 World Cup exit.

Zidane has a verbal agreement to succeed Deschamps after the World Cup. We assess why the change boosts France's Nations League prospects.

Thomas Tuchel threw away England's best chance of reaching their first World Cup final since 1966 as the Three Lions allowed Argentina to come from behind to triumph 2-1 in Atlanta on Wednesday. Tuchel's team selection initially looked set to pay off, as surprise selection Morgan Rogers crossed for Anthony Gordon to break the deadlock 10 minutes into the second half.

Every time Lionel Messi got near the ball, the crowd in Atlanta held its breath. It wouldn't take much to feel the room shift during the first hour or so of Argentina's clash with England, just a brief moment where the Argentinian icon drifted into enough space to maybe, perhaps, do something. As the game wore on, those moments became more tense. Down a goal late, the moments where the air left the crowd were less about anticipating magic and more about a potential reality setting in.

The German Football Association has refused to sign a letter supporting the re-election of FIFA president Gianni Infantino. This decision highlights growing tensions between European football governing bodies and the global organisation, exacerbated by recent controversial disciplinary decisions and external political interventions during international tournaments.

Joe Hart has defended Jude Bellingham after the England midfielder appeared to hit back at manager Thomas Tuchel following the Three Lions' World Cup quarter-final victory. The former England goalkeeper suggested that the Real Madrid star was unfairly targeted by "naughty" questioning in the immediate aftermath of the win over Norway.

Barcelona have been left reeling after Frenkie de Jong returned to the club early with a severe knee injury that could sideline him for up to six months. The Catalan giants are reportedly furious with Netherlands head coach Ronald Koeman and the Oranje medical staff, feeling they were misled regarding the player's physical condition during the recent international break.

Thierry Henry has admitted that Spain are vastly superior to France following their dominant 2-0 victory in the World Cup semi-final on Tuesday. The former striker praised La Roja's possession-based system and long-term football identity, explaining exactly why Kylian Mbappe and his teammates struggled against their bitter rivals on the biggest stage.

FIFA's refereeing chief Pierluigi Collina has issued a firm rebuttal to Didier Deschamps after the France manager questioned the quality of officiating in their World Cup semi-final defeat to Spain. The Les Bleus boss was visibly frustrated following the 2-0 loss, suggesting that the standards in the crucial clash were not what he expected.

Nottingham Forest are closing in on a significant coup with the addition of experienced midfielder Xaver Schlager on a free transfer. The 28-year-old Austrian international is set to arrive at the City Ground to bolster a midfield that recently lost a key figure to a Premier League giant.

Luka Modric is reportedly ready to extend his stay at San Siro by committing to a new one-year contract with AC Milan. The veteran midfielder has rapidly weighed up his options following Croatia’s disappointing early departure from the 2026 World Cup just a few days ago.

Inter have emerged as shock suitors for Tottenham full-back Djed Spence as they look to defend their Serie A title. The England international is reportedly open to the move after revitalising his career in north London and on the international stage.

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Crystal Palace have moved to secure the long-term future of Jean-Philippe Mateta by offering the striker a new contract extension. The south London club are determined to tie down their star forward to prevent any risk of a cut-price departure or a future free transfer.

Emiliano Martinez is reportedly ready to wage war with Aston Villa in order to secure a dream move to Juventus this summer. The Argentina international has grown increasingly frustrated with life in the West Midlands and has identified the Serie A giants as his preferred destination.