Spain lifts 2026 FIFA World Cup, shatters US television records
Spain won the 2026 World Cup final in a historic victory that also set multiple viewership records in North America, demonstrating massive mainstream appeal for
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Norway considers FIFA ethics complaint over Trump's involvement in Balogun red card ruling
Norway's football federation is pursuing a formal ethics complaint against FIFA after the suspension of a red card ban appeared to be influenced by former presi
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Germany names Jürgen Klopp as next national team coach
The German federation is expected to announce Jürgen Klopp as the next coach of the national team after the World Cup.
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Argentina fans petition FIFA to replay World Cup final, tops 82,000 signatures
An Argentina petition calling for the World Cup final to be replayed has garnered over 80,000 signatures, reflecting widespread dispute over refereeing decision
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Andoni Iraola named Liverpool manager after leaving Athletic Club
Spanish coach Andoni Iraola takes over as Liverpool manager after holding initial talks with other clubs.
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Manchester City signs Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for club record fee
England's Elliot Anderson, a key part of the World Cup squad, completes move to Manchester City in a record transfer deal for the club.
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Italy held talks with Carlo Ancelotti before approaching Pep Guardiola about head coach role
Italy explored options with both Ancelotti and Guardiola before the World Cup, seeking a new national team manager.
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Real Madrid retains interest in Manchester City's Rodri as transfer possibility
Real Madrid continues to explore the possibility of signing Spain's World Cup-winning captain Rodri from Manchester City despite initial denials.
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Barcelona sign forward Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund
Barcelona complete the signing of German forward Karim Adeyemi as part of their summer transfer activity.
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USMNT's Sebastian Berhalter transfers to Middlesbrough from Vancouver Whitecaps
The American midfielder completes his move from Major League Soccer to English club Middlesbrough following the World Cup.
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Frenkie de Jong sidelined with MCL tear, could miss months for Barcelona
Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong sustains a right-knee ligament injury that will keep him sidelined for several weeks into the new season.
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Cristian Volpato tests positive for cocaine after speeding incident in Sydney
Socceroos World Cup player Cristian Volpato faces serious allegations following a traffic incident and drug test.
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Arsenal set to make £70m bid for Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes
Arsenal are preparing a significant offer to bring Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes to the club.
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Luka Modric extends AC Milan contract through 2027 at age 40
Croatia midfielder Luka Modric signs a one-year extension with AC Milan despite approaching his 41st birthday.
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Alejandro Garnacho joins Aston Villa on loan from Chelsea
Chelsea winger Alejandro Garnacho moves to Aston Villa on a loan deal that could become permanent based on performance.
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Arsenal sign Greek winger Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge for £34m
Arsenal complete the signing of versatile attacking player Christos Tzolis as part of their summer recruitment.
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Houston hosts World Cup final, bids to host Women's World Cup in 2031
Houston, which hosted the World Cup final, is now bidding to become a host city for the 2031 Women's World Cup.
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Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer partnership praised ahead of 2026-27 Chelsea season
Analysts project that Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer will thrive together in Xabi Alonso's Chelsea attacking setup.
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