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In the end, Manchester United probably didn't have much other choice; after leading the club back into the Champions League during a remarkable interim tenure, Michael Carrick has been appointed head coach on a permanent basis. However, having already played down the achievement of returning to European football's top table, he will know the real work starts now.

Barcelona prodigy Marc Bernal has expressed profound gratitude towards manager Hansi Flick for protecting his development following a lengthy spell on the sidelines. The 18-year-old midfielder also revealed he is intentionally refraining from making any summer holiday plans as he anxiously awaits a potential senior international call-up for Spain.

Former Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta has announced his retirement from professional football. The veteran defender shared an emotional farewell message after bringing the curtain down on a career that spanned 20 seasons across Europe.

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Liverpool defender Andrew Robertson has defended record signings Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz after difficult first seasons at Anfield. The departing left-back insists both players will become major successes despite criticism surrounding their huge transfer fees.

England manager Thomas Tuchel has named his 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, with Jude Bellingham and Noni Madueke among those to get the nod as Phil Foden and Cole Palmer miss out. Harry Kane captains the Three Lions in their bid to bring 60 years of international trophy heartache to a close, with Ivan Toney, Ollie Watkins and Marcus Rashford providing support and competition in the attacking department.

The 32-man extended South African FIFA World Cup squad was released by SAFA and it is fair to say there were mixed reactions to the list. Both inclusions and omissions caused a stir amongst fans who took to social media to express their hopes, dreams and criticisms of the assembled players who will carry the nations expectations into the global tournament.

Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has addressed a sensational squad selection storm after confirming defender Antonio Silva accidentally leaked a full starting line-up during a major tournament. The manager fiercely defended the Benfica centre-back’s integrity, clarifying that his omission from the upcoming 2026 World Cup was purely tactical.

Jorge Jesus has confirmed his departure from Al-Nassr after winning the Saudi Pro League title and insisted Pep Guardiola should be “proud” to replace him amid rumours linking the Manchester City boss with the club. The Portuguese coach also opened up on Cristiano Ronaldo’s role in his move to Saudi Arabia.

Manuel Neuer's rollercoaster week has taken another dramatic turn as Bayern Munich confirmed the veteran goalkeeper will miss the German Cup final against Stuttgart through injury. The news comes less than 24 hours after the 40-year-old was sensationally named as Germany's first-choice shot-stopper for the upcoming 2026 World Cup.

The wait is over. Cristiano Ronaldo has finally done it. He's won the Saudi Pro League with Al-Nassr. The news will doubtless provoke nothing more than a shrug of the shoulders from an awful lot of people. Others will actually be quite bitter about it. What's interesting, though, is how much lifting a first major trophy with Al-Nassr clearly meant to Ronaldo.

Former England international Mark Hateley has lauded Harry Kane's foresight, claiming the prolific striker used his elite footballing intelligence to anticipate Tottenham Hotspur's dramatic downfall before completing his big-money move to Bayern Munich. The 32-year-old forward has found silverware and stability in Germany while his former side have fallen into a relegation battle.

The future of South African football broadcasting has been handed a major boost following high-level discussions between the top flight league and the French media powerhouse who bought out DSTV. Concerns over the impact the takeover would have on the PSL's lucrative television rights have been widespread after the global broadcaster embarked on aggressive cost-cutting measures.

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Barcelona have identified Cristian Romero as their leading defensive target this summer. Tottenham are demanding at least €60 million for the Argentina international, but Barca are hoping the defender’s desire to leave could reduce the fee.

The expanded squad will be whittled down to just 26 players when the South Africa coach announces his final list on May 27. Until then, the following players will attend a preparatory camp in Johannesburg, minus the Mamelodi Sundowns picks as they are playing in the CAF Champions League final second leg on Sunday.

Manchester City captain Bernardo Silva has broken his silence regarding his future as he prepares to leave the Etihad Stadium at the end of the season. The decorated Portuguese midfielder admitted he has a specific plan in mind for his next career move, heavily fuelling transfer speculation while confirming he would not be returning to Benfica.

Al-Nassr forward Joao Felix has revealed the immense emotional burden Cristiano Ronaldo carried during their gruelling pursuit of domestic silverware in the Middle East. Following a dramatic final-day victory that ended the club's painful seven-year top-flight title drought, the Portuguese playmaker detailed his international teammate's internal suffering and unrelenting desire to capture the championship.

As the 2025-26 Premier League season draws to a close, it's time to look back on what has been a campaign full of twists and turns. Arsenal eventually saw off the challenge of Manchester City to secure the title, but European places and the final berth in the relegation zone are still to be decided into the final day.

Southampton manager Tonda Eckert admitted authorising a spying operation that led to the club’s expulsion from the Championship play-offs. An independent commission also condemned the club’s treatment of junior staff members and handed Saints a four-point deduction for next season.

England supporters have been advised, by former Manchester United and France star Patrice Evra, to end their ‘It’s Coming Home’ chants as the infamous song has become a “curse”. Three Lions fans have dared to dream of witnessing that musical prediction come true since 1996 but, despite several near misses, have seen an agonising wait for major international honours hit the 60-year mark.

Arsenal have received a significant fitness boost at the perfect time as Mikel Merino has officially returned to training. The Spanish midfielder has been sidelined since February, but his recovery provides Mikel Arteta with a major selection lift ahead of the new Premier League champions' final game of the domestic season and Champions League final clash with Paris Saint-Germain.

Cristiano Ronaldo couldn't hide his emotions as he finally secured his first Saudi Pro League title with Al-Nassr on a dramatic final day of the season. The Portuguese icon was seen breaking down in tears on the pitch in the closing moments of a 4-1 win over Damac before leading a raucous drum celebration with the Al-Nassr ultras at Al-Awwal Park.

New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani has negotiated a deal to offer 1,000 $50 tickets to World Cup games at MetLife Stadium this summer, he announced Thursday morning. The seats will cover five group games, as well as two knockout fixtures, and include free transportation to stadiums. They are available only to New York residents and cannot be resold or transferred.

Brazil have been hit with a significant injury scare regarding Neymar just weeks before the World Cup is set to kick off in North America. The Santos star is struggling with a calf problem that could see him sidelined for the team’s final preparatory fixtures.

Loris Karius is reportedly set to reject interest from Italy in order to extend his stay with Schalke following their successful Bundesliga promotion campaign. The former Liverpool goalkeeper has revitalised his career in Gelsenkirchen, emerging as a pivotal figure in the club's return to the German top flight.

Mexico international and Al-Qadsiah star Julian Quinones has pulled off a stunning upset by claiming the Saudi Pro League Golden Boot. The forward surged to the top of the leader-board in a dramatic final-day push, beating out Al-Nassr superstar Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Ahli's Ivan Toney in a thrilling race for the award.

Paris Saint-Germain winger Ousmane Dembele has outlined his ambitious collective and personal objectives ahead of a defining summer on both the European and international stages. The French star made it clear that his appetite for success remains far from satisfied, as he targets a second Champions League title, World Cup glory with France again, and potentially another Ballon d'Or triumph.