Manchester City picked up a huge 2-1 victory over Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday to move within three points of Mikel Arteta’s side at the top of the Premier League table. Pep Guardiola’s side do have a game in hand on the Gunners and have built up real momentum for the run-in in […] The post A major injury concern emerged for Manchester City during their win over Arsenal appeared first on Esteemed Kompany.

After missing out on the 2024 European Championship, Atletico Madrid defender Marcos Llorente is gearing up to represent Spain at the 2026 World Cup. The 31-year-old should be on the plane to North America with the rest of Luis de la Fuente’s squad as La Roja look to claim their second World Cup title. While […] The post Analysis: Marcos Llorente is crucial to Spain’s World Cup ambitions appeared first on Football España.

After winning his second Laureus award, FC Barcelona star Lamine Yamal hailed Lionel Messi among the greatest athletes in history. Lamine Yamal‘s performances at the earliest stages of his professional career continue to capture the attention of the sporting world and its most prestigious award ceremonies. Now a two-time Laureus Award winner, the 18-year-old Barcelona star used the occasion to place Lionel Messi among the greatest athletes in the history of sport. The Laureus World Sports Awards, which honor individuals and teams across a wide range of disciplines, held its 2026 edition with Yamal once again among the most prominent names on the night. This time, he was recognized with the Laureus World Young Sportsperson of the Year Award, presented by the Laureus Academy. “I am very happy to be the first to receive this award for best young athlete. It is a source of pride,” Yamal said upon collecting the trophy, taking a moment to thank the Academy, the legends who voted for him, and his family and inner circle. He then turned his attention to the only soccer figure to have claimed the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year award. “When you realize an athlete isn’t just a legend of their sport but of all sports — Messi, who for me is the best player in history, and if he isn’t the greatest athlete ever, he’s definitely in that conversation with all of them,” Yamal said. The Argentine icon first claimed the World Sportsman of the Year in 2020, sharing the honor with Lewis Hamilton, before claiming it again in 2023 following Argentina’s World Cup triumph. Barcelona Player, Lamine Yamal poses with the Laureus World Young Sportsperson of the Year Award. Yamal also spoke to Messi’s status as a figure who transcends soccer altogether. “He’s more than an idol. I think everyone respects him for everything he’s done. He’s been part of the childhood of every kid when we played in the park or at school, and I hope I’ll be able to follow in his footsteps,” the teenager said. Yamal’s second Laureus Award After helping Barcelona claim La Liga, the Spanish Super Cup and the Copa del Rey in 2025 while playing a pivotal role in the club’s UEFA Champions League run, Lamine Yamal earned another nod from the Laureus Academy. It was not his first time on that stage, however, as the Spanish teenager had already made history at the ceremony the year prior. For his starring role in leading Spain to victory at Euro 2024, Yamal was named Laureus World Breakthrough of the Year, an award that reflected the immediacy and magnitude of his impact on soccer and the broader sporting landscape. Since the award’s first edition in 2000, only Jude Bellingham had previously claimed it as a soccer player, in 2024, with Yamal following in his footsteps just one year later. With two Laureus Awards now in his collection, Yamal closed with a forward-looking message about what the recognition means to him. “I am grateful that my contributions to our team in 2025 are being recognized with this Laureus. I believe that sport has the power to change the world. This statuette represents a new generation of athletes who can bring about that change. I am proud to be the first to receive this Laureus,” he concluded.

A reported 100,000 fans lined the streets to greet Real Sociedad’s victorious players on Monday evening, who paraded the Copa del Rey trophy through the streets of Donostia-San Sebastian. The Txuri-Urdin are celebrating their fourth ever Copa del Rey trophy after beating Atletico Madrid on penalties on Saturday night in Seville, following a 2-2 draw. […] The post 100,000 fans line the streets to greet Real Sociedad as Copa del Rey champions appeared first on Football España.

Real Sociedad manager Pellegrino Matarazzo has further endeared himself to fans in Donostia-San Sebastian after giving a speech in Basque. The American coach helped deliver a fourth Copa del Rey to Anoeta on Saturday night, and was one of the stars of the show during their celebrations. Matarazzo became the first manager from the United […] The post VIDEO: Pellegrino Matarazzo gives speech in Basque during Real Sociedad Copa del Rey celebrations appeared first on Football España.

A round-up of some of La Liga’s most intriguing storylines across the week, traversing through the good, the bad and something beautiful. The Good: Pellegrino Matarazzo’s stubborn Real Sociedad In Pellegrino Matarazzo’s first game in charge, Real Sociedad were performing well when Atletico Madrid struck against the run of play through Alexander Sorloth. Five minutes later, […] The post The Good, the Bad and the Beautiful: Simeone’s vindication undone by unblinking Real Sociedad appeared first on Football España.

In a recent post on X, journalist Graeme Bailey revealed that Arsenal are keeping a keen eye on Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams. It has been mentioned that the Gunners are eyeing a move to secure the services of the Spanish wide player this off-season. Williams’ Impressive Form In La Liga Williams has enjoyed a […] The post Arsenal Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This La Liga Winger: What Will He Add To Arteta’s Side? appeared first on The 4th Official - A view from the sideline.

The Gunners' sporting director is a huge fan of a winger, who could be brought in as a replacement for Gabriel Martinelli this summer.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the largest of its kind as it will be hosted over three countries for the first time in history, featuring 48 teams from the six football federations, an increase of 16 countries from the regular format of 32 nations that has been in place since 1998. The… The post Newcomers and Second Appearances: What to Expect in the 2026 World Cup first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

Man City boss Pep Guardiola has revealed that Rodri will undergo scans on a groin injury he picked up during the 2-1 win over Arsenal at the weekend. When asked to give a timescale on when the Spanish international could be back in action, Guardiola replied: “I don’t know how long Rodri will be out. […] The post “I Don’t Know How Long…” – Guardiola Confirms Major Injury Setback For Key Man City Star After Arsenal Win first appeared on Man City News.