UEFA opens investigation into heated Ireland-Israel clash

UEFA has launched an investigation into possible misconduct involving the Republic of Ireland and Israel following their tense Nations League encounter in Serbia. The European governing body confirmed on Tuesday that it had appointed an ethics and disciplinary inspector after official reports raised an allegation concerning an incident around the tunnel at half-time. UEFA did […]
Manchester City challenge sponsorship funding findings in appeal

Manchester City are preparing to challenge one of the central findings in the Premier League’s ruling against them, arguing that key sponsorship payments came from the Abu Dhabi government rather than the club’s owner. The argument is expected to be a major part of City’s appeal against the commission’s findings on the charges brought against […]
Scaloni reveals Argentina’s future after Lionel Messi’s final farewell

Argentina are preparing for an emotional night as Lionel Messi gets set to wear the national team shirt for the final time. The 39-year-old captain will make his farewell appearance against Benin at the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires on Tuesday, bringing the curtain down on an extraordinary international career that has shaped an entire […]
England’s Pickford admits careless driving after Lamborghini incident

England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford is facing a court hearing after admitting to careless driving following an incident involving his £200,000 Lamborghini in Cheshire. The Everton goalkeeper, 32, was stopped by police in Knutsford on April 14 after allegedly ignoring a give-way sign and forcing two other vehicles to brake suddenly to avoid a collision. Pickford, […]
France crush Belgium with four late goals under Zinedine Zidane

France produced a stunning late comeback to beat Belgium 4-1 in the Nations League, with four goals in 14 minutes giving Zinedine Zidane his first home victory as national team coach. Les Bleus looked set for a frustrating night at the Stade de France after falling behind to Dodi Lukébakio’s first-half strike. But France’s substitutes […]
Otamendi says emotional goodbye to Argentina after final training

Nicolas Otamendi has brought an emotional chapter of his Argentina career to an end after completing his final training session with the national team. The veteran defender confirmed his farewell in a heartfelt message, reflecting on the journey that took him from his first steps with Argentina to the biggest triumphs and most difficult moments […]