Chelsea forward Joao Pedro opens up on first football shirt memories

Chelsea forward Joao Pedro has shared the personal story behind the first football shirt he ever owned, revealing how his early connection to the game was shaped by family, hometown pride, and childhood dreams. The Brazilian attacker was among the Chelsea stars involved in unveiling the club’s new home kit and took the opportunity to […]

Bournemouth’s Gannon-Doak ready to seize Scotland World Cup chance

Scotland winger Ben Gannon-Doak believes the disappointment of missing Euro 2024 has ultimately helped prepare him for the biggest opportunity of his young career. The Bournemouth star is part of Steve Clarke’s 26-man squad for the FIFA World Cup and arrives at the tournament feeling stronger, fitter and more ready than ever to contribute on […]

Manchester United’s Mainoo backs England for World Cup glory

England midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has declared that the Three Lions are fully capable of winning the FIFA World Cup, insisting belief is growing within Thomas Tuchel’s squad as preparations intensify in Florida. The Manchester United star was among the players involved in England’s latest training session at their pre-tournament base camp as attention turns towards […]

Watkins hails Ivan Toney’s value to England squad

England striker Ollie Watkins has praised fellow forward Ivan Toney, insisting the healthy competition between them can only benefit the national team as they prepare for the FIFA World Cup. With Harry Kane expected to lead the line for Thomas Tuchel’s side, Watkins and Toney are likely to compete for opportunities as impact substitutes and […]

Mexico loses FIFA appeal days before World Cup

Mexico’s football federation has suffered a significant setback just days before the start of the FIFA World Cup after losing its latest appeal against sanctions imposed by FIFA over discriminatory chants from supporters. The ruling was delivered by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), marking the latest chapter in a long-running dispute between Mexican […]

Former Arsenal star Walcott backs Tuchel’s bold World Cup squad calls

Former England winger Theo Walcott has backed Thomas Tuchel’s decision-making after the Three Lions boss omitted several high-profile stars from his squad for this summer’s FIFA World Cup. Tuchel raised eyebrows with the exclusion of notable names such as Cole Palmer, Phil Foden and Morgan Gibbs-White, opting instead for a squad he believes is best […]

Kane sets clear England goal ahead of World Cup

England captain Harry Kane has made it clear that winning the FIFA World Cup remains the ultimate objective for the Three Lions as preparations intensify ahead of the tournament. The Bayern Munich striker arrives at the World Cup in outstanding form after another prolific season in Germany, where he played a pivotal role in the […]