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The Amakhosi youth player has provided an insight into the club’s recent pre-season excursion to Europe, highlighting the intensity of their preparations. The 19-year-old was part of the squad that travelled to Spain to lay the groundwork for the upcoming campaign under the guidance of Fernando Da Cruz. For the left-back, the tour represented a vital bridge between the DStv Diski Challenge and the demands of senior professional football.

Aston Villa have reportedly held surprise discussions regarding a move for Chelsea winger Alejandro Garnacho after sanctioning Morgan Rogers' departure. Unai Emery's side are set to receive a windfall from Rogers' record-breaking £117 million switch to Stamford Bridge, and have immediately started searching for high-profile attacking reinforcements.

Bayern drop 2026-27 home shirt ahead of PSG clash as Kane fronts launch

Emi Martinez has hinted he could bring his Argentina career to an end after the Albiceleste lost the World Cup final to Spain. The Aston Villa goalkeeper admitted his heartbreak in an emotional message, leaving his international future uncertain.

Mourinho's System

Tottenham Hotspur Women have completed the marquee signing of France international defender Alice Sombath from Lyon for an undisclosed club-record fee. The highly-rated centre-back arrives in north London following a trophy-laden spell in France, providing a significant defensive boost to head coach Martin Ho's evolving squad ahead of the new campaign.

The Cairo-based club's assistant coach Mohamed Nagy, famously known as Gedo, has shed light on the club's decision to hand the managerial reins to the South African tactician. Following his recent departure from Libyan outfit Al Ittihad Tripoli, the former Mamelodi Sundowns boss has quickly found a new home with the ambitious Egyptian club.

New PSG 2026-27 home kit revealed.

Rodrigo De Paul has defended Argentina following their World Cup final defeat to Spain, accusing critics of spreading "baseless conspiracy theories" throughout the tournament. The midfielder insists the backlash only strengthened the bond within Lionel Scaloni's squad despite their painful loss.

GOAL brings you all the available details on the pre-season friendly between The Tigers and the Buccaneers at the Banus Football Centre, Spain. This will be the Soweto club's third match of their Spanish camp and Abdeslam Ouaddou will be keen to get more minutes into his squad's legs and test the match readiness of his new recruits.

CONMEBOL president Alejandro Dominguez has claimed on social media that the 2030 World Cup will expand to an unprecedented 64-team tournament. The bold declaration follows confirmation from Gianni Infantino that FIFA plans to evaluate further expansion after the groundbreaking 48-team 2026 edition in North America.

Lionel Messi and Argentina were left heartbroken after losing the World Cup final to Spain, but the Argentine captain quickly received an emotional show of support from his wife, Antonela Roccuzzo. Her heartfelt tribute praised his resilience, character and enduring legacy despite the painful defeat.

Chelsea home kit revealed with lion rampant crest.

Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul have been granted a mandatory recovery hiatus following their intense World Cup run with Argentina. Inter Miami's star duo will reportedly sit out upcoming league encounters and the MLS All-Star Game, ensuring they receive crucial rest after starring on the global stage.

The South African football legend has broken his silence on the upcoming SAFA presidential elections, providing a candid assessment of the battle between the incumbent and the challenger. The iconic former Bafana Bafana coach offered his unique perspective on the leadership race while making his own intentions for the future clear.

Topps is celebrating one of football's most memorable images by turning Lionel Messi's famous photo with baby Lamine Yamal into a unique trading card. The announcement comes just a day after the pair faced each other in the World Cup final.

Footage from the New Jersey New York Stadium has exposed intense dressing room tunnel speeches delivered by Lionel Messi and Emiliano Martinez during Argentina's World Cup final defeat. The reigning champions were outplayed by Spain as they suffered a 1-0 loss after extra time, with a red card for Enzo Fernandez compounding their misery.

Legend Itumeleng Khune has sent a clear message to the Amakhosi board, insisting the club must not let inflated transfer fees prevent them from building a squad capable of continental success. As the Glamour Boys prepare for the demands of the CAF Confederation Cup and hopefully a league title challenge, the club’s former captain believes significant investment is the only way to restore the team to its former glory.

Benfica have completed the signing of Jhon Duran from Al-Nassr on a season-long loan, with the financial details of the deal now confirmed. The former Aston Villa striker has outlined his ambitions after sealing a return to European football, but how much will the Portuguese giants actually pay?

Unbelievable fun and unbearable chaos

Cristiano Ronaldo's Instagram account appeared to like an explosive social media post alleging FIFA corruption and claiming officials attempted to hand the 2026 World Cup to Lionel Messi. The viral interaction surfaced before Argentina's final loss to Spain, after a tournament filled with fierce officiating disputes.

Enzo Fernandez has addressed Argentina supporters after their World Cup final defeat to Spain, having been sent off late in the dramatic showdown. The Chelsea midfielder reflected on the team's journey while FIFA also opened an investigation into the chaotic scenes after full-time.

There is a sense that we are awaiting the inevitable after Argentina were downed by Spain in the 2026 World Cup final. The tears rolling down Lionel Messi's face after the full-time whistle in New Jersey suggested he may well be about to call time on his glittering international career, having powered his country through the tournament in North America at the age of 39.

And just like that, it's over. After five-and-a-half weeks of breathless action, the 2026 World Cup is beginning to appear in the rearview mirror, the biggest international tournament in football history leaving behind a lifetime of memories while champions Spain continue their own celebrations.

Unai Simon won the Golden Glove at the 2026 World Cup after keeping seven clean sheets in eight appearances - a truly historic achievement, and yet it would be difficult to argue that the goalkeeper played a particularly important role in Spain's success because he barely had anything to do.

What an explosive women's transfer window it has been so far! Alexia Putellas, Beth Mead, Sam Kerr, Georgia Stanway and Mary Earps are just some of those who have been on the move in the first few weeks, but while a lot of business has already been done, there are still several big names worth keeping an eye on before windows start to slam shut in September.

Newly-appointed Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus has insisted he will refrain from making wholesale changes to the squad following their premature World Cup exit. The former Al-Nassr manager confirmed that his upcoming selection will closely resemble the previous group, keeping the door firmly open for veteran captain Cristiano Ronaldo.

Spain celebrated their World Cup triumph with a lively open-top bus parade through Madrid, where Lamine Yamal entertained supporters by singing Bad Bunny songs alongside team-mates. Ferran Torres also caught the eye with a Donald Trump-inspired cap before the celebrations turned emotional during the team's ceremony at Cibeles Square.

Tottenham could be set for a surprise goalkeeper swap with Napoli, with reports in Italy suggesting a potential deal involving Guglielmo Vicario and Vanja Milinkovic-Savic as both clubs reassess their options between the posts this summer.