Slaven Bilić is reportedly set to return as the head coach of the Croatia national team, taking over from Zlatko Dalić with a lower base salary supplemented by major performance bonuses. The Croatian Football Federation is reportedly finalizing an agreement to appoint Slaven Bilić as the new head coach of the national team. Bilić will…
Aston Villa are attempting to hijack Newcastle United’s stalling £51.5 million move for Freiburg and Switzerland midfielder Johan Manzambi. Newcastle United face potential heartbreak in the transfer market as Premier League rivals Aston Villa move to intercept their pursuit of Swiss midfielder Johan Manzambi. The Magpies had previously negotiated a £51.5 million package with Bundesliga…
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has fiercely rebuked former Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy for questioning the French national football team’s identity, demanding that racism loses on the pitch. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has launched a stinging critique against his predecessor, Mariano Rajoy, over xenophobic remarks targeting the French national football team. Before the highly…
Former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy has triggered an international backlash after claiming the French national football team plays without any Frenchmen. Former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy has sparked a massive political backlash. Writing in an op-ed for El Debate, Rajoy remarked that France possesses a “very high-level squad,” but added it was “without…
Nigeria’s first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has officially rejoined South African Premier Soccer League team Chippa United after spending nearly five months as a free agent following his contract termination in February. Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has completed a dramatic return to South African top-flight side Chippa United, effectively ending his stint as a free…
Jude Bellingham scored twice to guide England to a 2-1 comeback victory over Norway in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals, earning glowing praise from former teammate Erling Haaland who defended the midfielder against persistent media criticisms. Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham silenced his critics with an extraordinary performance on Saturday, netting two crucial goals to…
Switzerland players and management have strongly condemned the refereeing following a controversial 3-1 extra-time World Cup quarter-final defeat against Argentina. A furious refereeing row erupted at the 2026 World Cup after Argentina defeated ten-man Switzerland 3-1 in extra time on Saturday. The Swiss squad and manager Murat Yakin vented intense frustration over Portuguese official Joao…
FIFA president Gianni Infantino says football’s governing body will formally examine expanding the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams, despite growing opposition from several confederations. FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed the governing body will examine a proposal to expand the men’s World Cup from 48 to 64 teams for the 2030 tournament. Speaking during…
Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni has downplayed the historical and political rivalries between Argentina and England, urging fans and media to view their upcoming 2026 World Cup semifinal purely as a football match. Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni has dismissed geopolitical and historical tensions ahead of his team’s highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinal clash against…