Rio Ferdinand makes heartbreaking career admission to Liverpool icon Thiago Alcantara

Rio Ferdinand's reaction to FIFA rescinding Folarin Balogun's red card was nauseating. The one-time Man United legend has reduced himself to a Gianni Infantino shill - and this should be the nail in the coffin for his punditry career

Rio Ferdinand's reaction to FIFA rescinding Folarin Balogun's red card was nauseating. The one-time Man United legend has reduced himself to a Gianni Infantino shill - and this should be the nail in the coffin for his punditry career

FIFA World Cup 2026: Ronaldinho backs Brazil's WC dream, Ancelotti hails team after Japan win

Texas [US], July 1 (ANI): Former Brazil great Ronaldinho recalled Brazil's 2002 World Cup triumph, describing it as one of football's greatest moments, and expressed confidence that the current team can emulate that success. He urged the squad on, saying the dream of becoming world champions is still alive and that the entire nation is behind them.Brazil, after a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Japan, secure

As nauseating Rio Ferdinand breaks his silence on furious backlash to one-time Man United legend's FIFA shilling, this should be the final nail in the coffin for his punditry career

As nauseating Rio Ferdinand breaks his silence on furious backlash to one-time Man United legend's FIFA shilling, this should be the final nail in the coffin for his punditry career

¡Suena la samba en Houston! Los fans brasileños viven una fiesta tras el gol de Casemiro

Brasil reacciona e iguala el marcador con anotación de Casemiro. La afición brasileña celebra con furor el empate y ponen a bailar a todo Houston.

Transfer: ‘You can’t play for Barcelona’ – Dursun tells Osimhen

Former Fenerbahçe striker, Serdar Dursun, has raised doubts regarding whether Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen possesses the technical skills necessary to play for the prestigious Spanish club Barcelona, although he commended the Nigerian’s overall talent. Osimhen had another remarkable season with Galatasaray, where he played a crucial role in the team’s successful defense of the [] Transfer: ‘You can’t play for Barcelona’ – Dursun tells Osimhen

Arsenal readying tempting deal to sign £85m star with 29 G/A last season - report

Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez has been the talk of the town in recent weeks, especially amidst Barcelona’s interest in him and supposed agreement on personal terms after the player asked to leave Los Rojiblancos prior to the start of next season. Barca have seen a formal complain file against them to FIFA by Atletico, [] The post Arsenal readying tempting deal to sign £85m star with 29 G/A last season - report first appeared on Football Talk | Premier League News.

London City Lionesses confirm signing of Spanish superstar Alexia Putellas

Two-time Ballon d’Or winner joins on a free transferMary Earps and Nicole Anyomi also new recruitsLondon City Lionesses have announced the signing of Alexia Putellas at an event in New York, confirming the arrival in the Women’s Super League of one of the women’s game’s all-time greats.The two-time Ballon d’Or winner was available on a free transfer after leaving Barcelona at the end of the season, ending a 14-year stay during which she helped them to win four Champions League titles. Continue reading...

Spain through after 2-1 win over Belgium

Inglewood, July 12: Mikel Merino is Spain's World Cup hero once again, and even he finds it hard to believe.A mere four...

Anderson cipta rekod baharu City

MANCHESTER: Pemain tengah England, Elliot Anderson dilaporkan bakal menyertai Manchester City dari Nottingham Forest selepas kedua-dua kelab Liga Perdana Inggeris (EPL) itu mencapai persetujuan perpindahan bernilai sekitar 116 juta pound (RM630 juta). Perpindahan itu dijangka menjadi rekod kelab baharu City dan dianggap sebagai langkah besar dalam era baharu di bawah pengurusan Enzo Maresca, selepas Pep ... Read more The post Anderson cipta rekod baharu City appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

TWO WORLD CUPS, ANOTHER GOAL

In Houston, against Uzbekistan, Rafael Leão made the most of the few minutes he was brought on for at the end of Portugal's match by doing what matters most - scoring. It is his second World Cup, an...

Report: Everton are in the race to sign 26-year-old midfielder

Everton Join Richard Rios Transfer Race as Benfica Hold Firm on £87m MidfielderEverton are the latest club to be pulled into the Richard Rios transfer chatter, and that matters up to a point. Accordi...

“My prayers weren’t answered”: IShowSpeed abruptly bursts into tears after Spain eliminate Portugal from FIFA World Cup

IShowSpeed was left heartbroken after Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16. Mikel Merino scored in stoppage time to send Spain through and end Cristiano Ronaldo’s final World Cup campaign. Speed became emotional during his reaction, saying he believed Portugal would win the tournament before later thanking Ronaldo for everything.

Rio Ferdinand urges Man Utd to sign £70m World Cup star after Elliot Anderson agreement with Man City

Rio Ferdinand urges Man Utd to sign £70m World Cup star after Elliot Anderson agreement with Man City

Roberto Martinez grows a pair while Portugal renew The Ronaldo Show

Roberto Martinez was brave enough to substitute Cristiano Ronaldo – will he have the balls to drop the Portugal superstar against Spain?

Barcelona forward’s camp responds to injury fears, personal problems and Saudi Arabia rumours

Barcelona and Brazil have received a major boost after fresh information emerged regarding Raphinha’s injury situation and long-term future at the Catalan club.The Brazilian winger has been the subj...

Sport : Super-sub Merino Does It Again, Sends Spain To Semis After 16 Years

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- Midfielder Mikel Merino once again proved Spain's saviour as his second-half winner fired the 2010 champions into the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals with a 2-1 victory over Belgium at Los Angeles Stadium, California, on Friday.

Spain boss: Yamal ready for Portugal

ARLINGTON (United States) — Spain’s coach backed Lamine Yamal to showcase his precocious talents in Monday’s World Cup last-16 showdown with Portugal, saying: “He loves these kinds of games.” The 18-year-old Barcelona attacker did not score but turned in an eye-catching display in the European champions’ statement 3-0 win over Austria in the last 32. [] The post Spain boss: Yamal ready for Portugal appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

Spain beat Portugal 1-0 to reach World Cup quarter-finals

ARLINGTON, United States (AFP) — Mikel Merino scored an injury-time winner as Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 to reach the World Cup quarter-finals on Monday.Merino broke the deadlock in the first minute of time added on at the ATT Stadium outside Dallas to send the Spaniards into a last-eight clash against either Belgium or the United States in Los Angeles on Friday.

What's top of Alonso's agenda? Could Palmer & Enzo both stay?

A look at Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso's plans with both Cole Palmer and Enzo Fernandez, and who will they target in the transfer window?

Ex-Man United captain Rio Ferdinand backs Red Devils to complete stunning signing after missing out on Mateus Fernandes

Former Manchester United captain Rio Ferdinand backs the Red Devils to complete the signing of Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni this summer.

Have Manchester City settled on their next midfield target?

With Elliot Anderson now a Manchester City player, the FA Cup and Carabao Cup holders remain in the market for another midfielder. City signed Anderson from Nottingham Forest to fill a serious hole in...

Elliot Anderson Breaks British Transfer Record With £116m Manchester City Move

Manchester City have signed Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for up to £116 million, making the 23-year-old England midfielder the most expensive British player in football history. The deal breaks the record set by Jude Bellingham's move to Real Madrid in 2023 and was confirmed while Anderson completes a medical in Kansas during the World Cup.

'Toughest Opponent Ever': Lamine Yamal Picks Portugal Star Ahead Of WC Clash

In a recent interview, Spain sensation Yamal named the Portugal full-back as the toughest opponent he has faced in his career so far, adding another layer of intrigue to a blockbuster knockout...

Spain Break 16-Year Quarterfinal Absence With Late Win Over Portugal

Spain became the third team to book a spot in the World Cup quarterfinals after a dramatic 1-0 victory over Portugal this Monday, with Mikel Merino scoring the decisive goal in stoppage time at the ATT Stadium. Spain secured a dramatic ticket to the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time in 16 years, defeating []

Top 5 News of the Week | Josué Caicedo, Alvarez Saga Continues, Salinas Link

On episode 826, the Julián Alvarez saga continues and Barça Atlétic are bringing in an exciting young Ecuadorian Josué Caicedo. Jorge Salinas and Racing Santander may play ball, Alexia Putellas chooses her new home, and Deco does some business in the first team. New Store! – HERE Watchalongs – HERE Join the Discord server! The post Top 5 News of the Week | Josué Caicedo, Alvarez Saga Continues, Salinas Link appeared first on BarcaBlog.

Anderson off the Geordie production line

Elliot Anderson was the schoolboy footballer so good his teachers discussed placing a bet on him playing for England. The bet was never made - but Thomas Tuchel is backing him to be a winner at the World Cup and Manchester City are doing the same after agreeing a club record £116m to sign him from Nottingham Forest. The midfielder is the one that painfully got away from Newcastle United, but he is still revered and respected in his home city as the quiet and self-effacing local boy made good.

Two-time Ballon d’Or winner Putellas joins London City

The Spain women's national football team star, who lifted the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, is also among the favourites to claim a third Ballon d'Or later this year. The post Two-time Ballon d’Or winner Putellas joins London City appeared first on Vanguard News.