Jurgen Klopp has been warned that he will get no special treatment as head coach of Germany, with Dietmar Hamann telling GOAL that the former Liverpool manager’s “honeymoon period” will last “one game”. The enigmatic 59-year-old has returned to the dugout for the first time since bidding an emotional farewell to Anfield in the summer of 2024.
The increasingly dirty power struggle in world football is entering the next round: UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin and his allies have stepped up their dispute with Gianni Infantino and increased the pressure on the FIFA president still further.
Barcelona have stunned Paris Saint-Germain by slapping a hefty price tag on Ferran Torres after the forward requested a move to the Parc des Princes, according to reports. The Spanish international, fresh from a triumphant World Cup campaign, has reportedly set his sights on a reunion with his former national team coach Luis Enrique in the French capital.
La Liga president Javier Tebas has intensified his long-running feud with FIFA, sensationally declaring that the tenure of Gianni Infantino must come to an immediate end. The outspoken Spanish chief believes the current leadership is fundamentally damaging the sport's ecosystem by prioritizing elite interests over national leagues.
Paolo Maldini has provided a fascinating insight into the FIGC’s ambitious pursuit of Pep Guardiola, revealing the Catalan icon was on the verge of taking the Italy reigns. Despite the legendary defender's best efforts to lure the former Manchester City boss to the Coverciano training base, the deal ultimately collapsed at the final hurdle.
Harry Kane being snubbed in the 2026 Ballon d’Or vote would be “bizarre”, Chris Waddle has told GOAL, with the Bayern Munich and England superstar considered to be the logical pick for Golden Ball recognition. World Cup glory with Spain on North American soil has put the likes of Lamine Yamal and Rodri in the hunt for ‘best player on the planet’ honours.
The French Football Federation (FFF) has confirmed that Les Bleues will participate in the upcoming Under-20 Women's World Cup, standing firm despite a looming standoff between UEFA and FIFA. While other European nations remain silent on their involvement, France has taken a definitive step toward competing in Poland next month.
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