Roberto Mancini issued an apology in his first public comments Wednesday after being rehired to coach an Italy squad in crisis three years after he abandoned the same job for a lucrative contract with Saudi Arabia. “I’m very sorry,” Mancini said. “It was like losing the woman of your life. And it means you did … Read more
Lionel Messi and Argentina reached the 2026 World Cup final but a 1-0 defeat to Spain dashed any hopes of consecutive titles. But the GOAT delivered plenty of moments for the Albiceleste even if it fell short of becoming just the third nation to win back-to-back titles. Argentina’s Best Moments 2026 FIFA World Cupâ„¢ 🇦🇷 … Read more
Vozinha is cashing in on his newfound fame by promoting the new Spider-Man film. The 40-year-old World Cup star’s arrival to his new club in Chile, however, was caught up in old-fashioned paperwork. The Cape Verde goalkeeper was scheduled to be with Colo Colo by Wednesday, but Chile’s biggest and most successful club says Vozinha’s … Read more
England fell short of winning its first World Cup title since 1966 but did finish in third place in 2026 – its highest finish since its sole title. With Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham leading the way, the Three Lions were able to reach the semifinals for only the fourth time at the tournament. This … Read more
France entered the 2026 World Cup as one of the favorites to lift the trophy after two consecutive appearances in the final (including the 2018 victory). The quest fell short of Kylian Mbappé and Co. as Les Bleus reached the semifinals where it lost to eventual champions Spain. In the bronze final, it lost once … Read more
United States midfielder Sebastian Berhalter has transferred to English Championship side Middlesbrough from the Vancouver Whitecaps for an undisclosed fee, both clubs announced Tuesday. Vancouver will retain a percentage of any future transfer fee for Berhalter, whose contract was set to expire at the end of 2026. “This is where I want to be,” Berhalter … Read more
Manchester City have confirmed that midfielder Rodri has undergone successful minor surgery to address an ongoing back issue following Spain’s World Cup triumph. The club have also stated that Rodri is only facing a “short” recovery process, allaying any fears he could be sidelined for a significant period. City Confirm Rodri Surgery The Etihad Stadium … Read more
More than three weeks have passed since the U.S. men’s national team crashed out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a resounding 4-1 loss to Belgium in the round of 16, and for USA greats Clint Dempsey and Jozy Altidore, the lopsided defeat still stings. “I haven’t even watched the game back,” Altidore, the … Read more
Soccer’s law-making panel clarified its guidance to referees which confirmed Switzerland forward Breel Embolo should not have been sent off in the World Cup quarterfinals against Argentina. Embolo’s second yellow card, after a video review for simulating being fouled, changed the momentum of the game in the 72nd minute soon after Switzerland tied the score … Read more
Moments after being announced as France’s new coach on Tuesday, Zinedine Zidane clenched his fists and his usually measured voice trembled a little. “I’m excited,” he said. “The France team makes you dream. We have extraordinary players, an extraordinary team.” Zidane coached Real Madrid until leaving in 2021. He replaces Didier Deschamps at the helm … Read more