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Germany's preeminent footballing publication reports that matters are about to get legally messy in the case of RB Leipzig's rising Ivorian attacker Yan Diomande.

By: Isak Möller Eusebio Di Francesco provided a pretty funny yet necessary response to Francesco Camarda’s lack of playing time during a presser yesterday. Camarda joined the Via del Mare side on loan at the start of the season, a loan which includes both a buy-out and a buy-back. The idea was that Lecce would be more incentivised […] The post Lecce manager provides brilliant response to Camarda narrative: “It’s a lie” appeared first on SempreMilan.

Manchester United’s proposed new 100,000-seat stadium is undoubtedly one of the most ambitious projects in the history of football stadia. Costs to complete the project are expected to reach close to and potentially exceed the £2 billion mark, so the onus is on the club to source funding. While the prospect is daunting, there are […] The post How Manchester United Could Finance Their New Stadium appeared first on Stretty News.

Walking into the office with a named endowment—a constant reminder of Coach Bobby Clark's profound impact. It's a daily honor, fueling the drive to live up to his legacy as a player, teacher, and leader. #BobbyClark #MensSoccer #CoachingLegacy #Inspirational #DartmouthCollege #CollegeSoccer #WeAreSoccer #Honor

BRUNO FERNANDES has revealed that he coached a wonderkid who is now pushing for a spot in the Manchester United first team. The Red Devils captain has enjoyed a fantastic season, helping the club challenge for a spot in the Champions League next term. Fernandes, 31, has made a brilliant impact on the pitch with...

Scott McTominay might be excelling in the Napoli midfield, but their president believes he could also star on the big screen. The Scotland international has been a huge success in Naples since he c…

England midfielder Laura Blindkilde Brown says she "likes proving people wrong" after becoming a regular starter at Manchester City this season.

England internationals in David Seaman and Ray Parlour apparently fell for the trick - and then told their wives that they had procured the goods from Selfridges.

EUROPEAN CUP winner Tony Woodcock will finally receive his medal from Nottingham Forest's 1980 triumph after waiting 46 years. The former England and Arsenal striker, now 70, helped Forest lift the trophy in 1979 after starting in a famous 1-0 win over Malmo. He should have received a second medal when Forest retained the cup...

Jamal Musiala has responded to a wild claim from Bayern Munich legend Oliver Kahn that he should skip this summer’s World Cup. The 40-cap Germany international has endured an injury-plagued s…

LEWIS STEELE: Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has called on the Anfield hierarchy to find a solution with fans who are the 'heart and soul' of the club over protests over ticket prices.

Did he expect to be a head coach at 32? The journey from a childhood dream to leading an NCAA D1 program at Dartmouth. Discover the power of coaching and team. #CollegeSoccer #CoachingJourney #NCAA #DreamJob #SportsMotivation #WeAreSoccer #DartmouthCollege

The 17-year-old scored the opening goal in a sparkling display against Fulham to put Liverpool on course to reach next year’s Champions League.

Arsenal will sack Mikel Arteta if he fails to lead the Gunners to either the Premier League or Champions League trophy this season.

Marissa Sheva is in a very good place right now, shining for Sunderland and maturing into a key player for the Republic of Ireland.

Veteran striker avoids backing Neymar as Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti keeps door open ahead of 2026 selection Leer

With only two months left until the 2026 World Cup gets underway, all eyes will soon fall on North America. Watching England sign off their pre-tournament preparations with a downbeat 1-0 loss at home against Japan during March’s international break, Thomas Tuchel’s squad have plenty of expectations on their shoulders this summer. Although battles at […] The post The English duo who are keen to get their futures sorted before travelling to the World Cup this summer appeared first on Soccer News.

Bundesliga side Union Berlin have become the first men’s team in Europe’s top five leagues to appoint a female head coach. Marie-Louise Eta will take charge until the end of the season …

Rio Ngumoha took centre stage as he helped set Liverpool on their way to three points, with Andy Robertson getting a front-row seat to watch the teenager impress

Bruno Fernandes believes Manchester United were 'building something' under Ruben Amorim.

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Our no.18 gives a heartfelt response, as he answers more questions from Reds supporters across the globe.

New Spurs boss maps out route to Premier League survival

By: Isak Möller Rafael Leao was caught taking off his shin pads and leaving the pitch during Milan-Udinese, despite not actually being subbed off, before realising his mistake. Last night’s clash was a bad one for several Milan figures, such as Koni De Winter and Massimiliano Allegri. The one who has received the most criticism, however, is Rafael […] The post Watch: Leao takes off shin pads and leaves pitch after mistaking Udinese substitution appeared first on SempreMilan.

Bruno Fernandes has been an outstanding performer throughout his time at Manchester United - but knows they can offer him no guarantees of Premier League success

Even Real Madrid’s most legendary, longest-serving players enjoy life away from the intense spotlight

Arsenal icon and former England captain Tony Adams' incredible football confessional made us all think when he originally laid bare his demons - now his new "celebration" is just as powerful

BEDWETTING, blackouts and vomiting were once the norm for Tony Adams. Gripped by his addiction to alcohol, the Arsenal and England legend was “literally drinking myself to death” before turning sober 30 years ago. Adams, 59, was even contemplating suicide and, in truth, it is remarkable that he is here today to tell the tale....

LIVING in Norway, former striker Trevor Morley has recently passed on his business setting up shelters and working with recovering drug addicts. Now 65, the former Manchester City and West Ham frontman said: “I had been running the shelters for 25 years. “It’s been great and very rewarding but it was 24/7. You never knew if...

Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi will encounter a former player of his new club during his first game in charge against Sunderland

Carlo Ancelotti has refused to rule out a fairytale return to the Brazil national team for veteran defender Thiago Silva ahead of the upcoming World Cup.

Virgil van Dijk calls on his Liverpool teammates to give "absolutely everything" in the final weeks of the season as the battle for Champions League qualification intensifies.

From Atletico Madrid to Manchester City, The Athletic looks back at the most shocking relegations in the history of football

As he remains sidelined by San Diego FC in MLS, Hirving Lozano now appears set to be left out of representing Mexico at the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a conversation with Javier Aguirre. A meeting between head coach Javier Aguirre and Hirving Lozano appears to have been decisive in leaving the Mexico forward all but out of contention for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, amid his ongoing conflict with San Diego FC in MLS. “There was a conversation between Javier Aguirre and Chucky Lozano a few months ago because of this whole situation he had in San Diego,” journalist Gibran Araige said this week on TUDN’s Insider. “Vasco told him: ‘Look, I’m interested in you, I have you on my radar for the World Cup, but I need you to play,’” the reporter continued, outlining the Mexico head coach’s stance. However, Lozano’s response was not encouraging: “Chucky said no.” Aguirre’s position appears reasonable. Hirving Lozano is a player with proven quality and experience at the European level, as well as a long track record with the Mexico national team. However, arriving at a World Cup after more than six months without playing time is difficult to justify. Hirving Lozano played 34 games for San Diego FC. That is why the coach’s intention was for Lozano to do everything possible to leave San Diego FC and find another club where he could secure playing time during this stretch. However, the player chose to prioritize honoring his contract, continue earning his high MLS salary, and potentially give up the chance to play in the World Cup with Mexico. What happened with Lozano at San Diego FC? Earlier this year, San Diego FC announced that Hirving Lozano would not be part of head coach Mikey Varas’ plans for the 2026 MLS season, citing issues related to “style of play” and “environment” as reasons behind the decision. The problems had begun months earlier during a match against Houston Dynamo, when Lozano was substituted at halftime and, according to The Athletic, had a verbal altercation with Varas that led to him being sidelined for a couple of matches. Although Hirving Lozano was later reinstated and played four more matches for San Diego FC during the MLS playoffs, at the start of the new season the coaching staff and club executives opted to leave the forward out of their plans moving forward. Mexico lose a key piece Hirving Lozano has been one of Mexico’s standout players in recent years. Alongside his European career with PSV Eindhoven and Napoli, he has been a regular presence in the national team over the past decade. The forward has appeared in two World Cups. At Russia 2018, he started all four matches for Mexico and scored the winning goal in a 1-0 victory over Germany, one of the most significant results in the history of the national team. At Qatar 2022, he also started all three matches, underscoring his importance over time. Now, with his participation in the 2026 World Cup nearly ruled out, Lozano leaves a significant void in the Mexico national team, even if his recent involvement has already been limited due to injuries and coaching decisions.

Brazil got eliminated by Croatia on penalties, and Neymar was unable to take a penalty kick. What came after was shocking. Leer

After helping Bayern Munich achieve a historic Bundesliga feat on Saturday evening, Jamal Musiala directly responded to former Bayern CEO Oliver Kahn's advice about skipping the World Cup.

Lamine Yamal reached 100 La Liga matches in record time, leaving Lionel Messi far behind. Lamine Yamal’s meteoric rise to global soccer stardom continues to gather momentum. This time, the Barcelona winger set another record by becoming the youngest player to reach 100 La Liga appearances, posting numbers that surpass those of Lionel Messi by a wide margin. Yamal was in the starting lineup on Saturday as Barcelona earned a 4-1 win over Espanyol in the Catalonia derby. He scored once and provided two assists for Ferran Torres, while also marking his 100th La Liga appearance at just 18 years and 272 days old. With that, the Spain star moved to the top of the all-time list for this milestone, surpassing Real Madrid legend Raul Gonzalez, who had held the record since 1997, when he reached 100 league appearances at 19 years and 284 days. Iker Muniain ranks third on the list, having reached that mark at 19 years and 293 days with Athletic Club. The Basque side also produced another name on the list, shared with Real Sociedad, Joseba Etxeberria, who achieved the milestone at 20 years and 177 days. Interestingly, another current Barcelona player also appears in the top 10: Gavi sits sixth on the list, having reached 100 La Liga matches at 20 years and 243 days. Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona How long did it take Messi to reach 100 La Liga matches? Although Lionel Messi had an early start to his professional career, breaking into Barcelona’s first team at 17 in 2004, he faced more challenges than Lamine Yamal when it came to establishing himself at the top level. The internal competition within that squad and his physical profile at the time are important factors when comparing the two players. Messi reached his first 100 La Liga appearances during the 2008-09 season. By then, he had already spent five seasons playing professionally with Barcelona. The milestone came in a 4-3 loss to Atletico Madrid on March 1, 2009. At that point, the Argentine forward was 21 years and 250 days old. Goal comparison between Yamal and Messi The difference in how quickly Messi and Yamal reached 100 La Liga matches is clear. However, when it comes to their goal contributions over that span, the gap becomes much narrower. At the time of his 100th La Liga appearance with Barcelona, Lionel Messi had recorded 48 goals and 29 assists, totaling 77 goal contributions. In the same number of matches, Lamine Yamal has posted 29 goals and 34 assists, for a total of 63 goal contributions.

LAFC will face Cruz Azul on Tuesday in the Concacaf Champions Cup, a matchup that could serve as a valuable test for Son Heung-min ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Son Heung-min will have a useful opportunity ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as he travels to Mexico on Tuesday with LAFC to face Cruz Azul in the Concacaf Champions Cup, under conditions similar to those he will encounter this summer with South Korea. The clash between Cruz Azul and LAFC will be played at Estadio Cuauhtemoc in Puebla, a city located 7,005 feet above sea level. That makes for unusual match conditions, with differences in climate and oxygen levels that often impact players who are not accustomed to that environment. This will represent an additional challenge for LAFC, considering they drew 0-0 at home in the first leg of the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinal series. They will now need to find a goal to gain an advantage and advance to the semifinals, though the task will not be easy. However, for Son, there is also an opportunity to gain experience that could prove crucial ahead of the World Cup set to take place this summer in North America. South Korea are in Group A and will play all three of their group-stage matches on Mexican soil, where altitude will be a key factor to consider. Son playing for LAFC. South Korea’s altitude challenges at the World Cup Of South Korea’s three group-stage matches at the World Cup, one will be played against South Africa at Estadio BBVA in Guadalupe. At just 1,600 feet above sea level, altitude should not pose a major issue for Son and his teammates. However, the other two matches will present a very different scenario. Both South Korea’s opener against the Czech Republic and their following match against Mexico will be played at Estadio Akron in Zapopan, Guadalajara, where altitude becomes a significant factor at 5,154 feet. The match against the Czech Republic will be relatively even in that regard, as both teams will be dealing with unfamiliar conditions. But the real challenge will come in the second match, when they face the hosts, who are naturally far more accustomed to the environment. That is why Son Heung-min’s prior opportunity to play at altitude — and at an even higher elevation like Puebla — could be invaluable preparation for the World Cup.

Arne Slot hopes Liverpool can carry the momentum from their 2-0 win over Fulham into next week’s rematch with Paris Saint-Germain, but he knows one victory is not enough to completely change the mood at Anfield. Liverpool approached Saturday’s game in dismal form, having been dumped out of the FA Cup by Manchester City before […] The post Slot says Fulham win can provide momentum for Liverpool´s Champions League rescue act appeared first on Soccer News.

Ollie Watkins described the 2025-26 season with Aston Villa as the “toughest” of his career, but he remains optimistic of making England’s squad for the 2026 World Cup. Watkins has struggled to hit form since scoring a dramatic winner in the semi-finals of Euro 2024, where the Three Lions defeated the Netherlands under Gareth Southgate. […] The post Watkins aiming for World Cup spot after ´toughest´ season of career appeared first on Soccer News.

Cesc Fabregas acknowledged Como are “only at the beginning of their journey” as they look to push for Champions League qualification. Como have been the story of the season in Serie A as the underdogs have eclipsed some of the biggest names in Italian football to put themselves in the running for a top-four finish. […] The post ´We are still at the beginning of our journey´ – Fabregas tempers expectations ahead of Inter clash appeared first on Soccer News.

Eddie Howe conceded if some of Newcastle United’s key players leave the club this summer, expectations around St. James’ Park must be lowered. Newcastle are 13th in the Premier League and seven points adrift of the top five, putting them at serious risk of failing to qualify for any European competition next season. The Magpies […] The post Newcastle´s expectations must be tempered if key players leave, says Howe appeared first on Soccer News.

Giovani Lo Celso, a key teammate of Lionel Messi with Argentina, is back from a lengthy injury just two months ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In recent weeks, the news has not been positive for Argentina, with several players sidelined by injuries in the lead-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. However, Giovani Lo Celso is the exception, returning after an extended spell on the sidelines with the goal of joining Lionel Messi in North America this summer. Lo Celso was included in the 24-man squad selected by head coach Manuel Pellegrini for Real Betis’ match on Sunday against Osasuna in Pamplona. The call-up marks the midfielder’s return following a prolonged absence due to a muscle injury. Gio’s last appearance came on January 22, when he played just six minutes in a UEFA Europa League clash against PAOK before suffering a significant tear in the rectus femoris of his right thigh that forced him to leave the match. If he sees minutes against Osasuna this Sunday, Lo Celso will end an 80-day stretch without official match action. In total, he missed 15 matches at club level across La Liga, Copa del Rey, and the UEFA Europa League. Our squad list for #OsasunaRealBetis 📋#LALIGARETRO pic.twitter.com/Dbq4hMULvR — Real Betis Balompié (@RealBetis_en) April 11, 2026 Lo Celso aims to regain ground with Argentina The muscle injury sustained at Betis also kept Giovani Lo Celso out of Argentina’s plans at the start of the year. He was left off Lionel Scaloni’s roster for the friendlies against Mauritania and Zambia in Buenos Aires during the March FIFA break. With just two months until the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Lo Celso’s situation remains uncertain. For years, he has been a key piece of the squad and Lionel Messi’s primary creative partner. However, recurring injuries over the past few seasons have caused him to lose ground, while other players have risen in the manager’s pecking order. At the moment, reports indicate that Scaloni is set on bringing several midfielders to the World Cup, including Enzo Fernandez, Alexis Mac Allister, Rodrigo De Paul, Leandro Paredes, Exequiel Palacios, and Nicolas Paz. Lo Celso is not currently part of that group and will need to deliver strong performances — and, above all, maintain his fitness — in the coming months with Betis to compete for one of the final roster spots. Lo Celso has unfinished business at the World Cup Despite being a regular part of the Argentina setup for most of the past decade, Giovani Lo Celso has yet to play in a World Cup. He was included in the squad for Russia 2018, but then-head coach Jorge Sampaoli surprisingly did not give him a single minute across Argentina’s four matches. Four years later, Lo Celso was a clear starter in Lionel Scaloni’s plans heading into Qatar 2022, but an untimely muscle injury suffered weeks before the tournament while playing for Villarreal ruled him out of the squad. Now, he faces the challenge of earning a spot on Argentina’s roster for North America 2026 and finally settling that unfinished business.

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis hailed Scott McTominay’s impact and personality, both on and off the field, ahead of the Partenopei’s match against Parma at the Stadio Ennio Tardini. McTominay, who joined from Manchester United in 2024, has become a key figure under Antonio Conte, starting 24 of Napoli’s 31 Serie A matches this season. […] The post ´He´s like an actor, very elegant, very serious´ – De Laurentiis heaps praise on McTominay appeared first on Soccer News.

The Portuguese scored his 969th goal against Al Okhdood and put his team five points behind Al Hilal Leer

Viktor Gyokeres has encouraged his Arsenal team-mates to move on from their defeat to Bournemouth and embrace their final matches of the season. The Gunners fell to a 2-1 defeat to Bournemouth on Saturday, allowing Manchester City the chance to close the gap at the Premier League summit. In the loss, Gyokeres scored his 18th […] The post Gyokeres: Arsenal have to embrace important games appeared first on Soccer News.

Errol was full of praise for Rio Ngumoha after his MOTM performance against Fulham!

Andy Robertson intends to savour every moment of his long Liverpool farewell, which began with the Scot getting a rare start in Saturday’s 2-0 victory over Fulham at Anfield. Robertson confirmed on Friday that he will leave Liverpool at the end of the season, with fellow club legend Mohamed Salah having already announced his impending […] The post ´I´ve become a man here´ – Robertson savouring long Liverpool farewell appeared first on Soccer News.

There are very few, if any, instances when Chelsea superfan Rory Jennings would willingly want his beloved team to lose. But on Sunday, when the Blues welcome Manchester City to Stamford Bridge, Je…