Kane beats Mbappe for 2026 Ballon d'Or by 28 points, one of closest votes ever
The narrow margin underscores how tight the race was between Kane and Mbappe, with full voting results also showing Yamal in the mix.
ESPN · +14 outlets
Real Madrid and La Liga apologize to China over Mbappe's Mao comment
The episode highlights the commercial and political pressures European clubs face in the Chinese market.
Daily Tribune · +14 outlets
Pulisic signs new AC Milan contract through 2031
The USMNT star commits his prime years to the Serie A club, a key signal for American soccer's global profile.
ESPN · +14 outlets
La Liga referees to give televised post-match interviews in league first
The move is a notable step toward transparency and accountability in Spanish top-flight officiating.
The New York Times · +4 outlets
USWNT availability dispute pits NWSL clubs against U.S. Soccer
The standoff over player release and control could reshape the domestic league and national team relationship.
ESPN · +1 outlets
Ronaldo scores 67th career hat-trick, closes in on 1,000 goals
The Al-Nassr striker's latest feat keeps him on pace for the 1,000-goal mark, though one goal faces an own-goal review.
BBC · +13 outlets
Caf U-turns, Afcon to remain on two-year cycle
The reversal restores the tournament's traditional schedule after a review of last December's four-year decision.
BBC · +13 outlets
Mbappe reaches 100 Real Madrid goals, faster to century than Ronaldo
The milestone places Mbappe among the club's most prolific forwards in its history.
ESPN · +14 outlets
Carrick says 'hard truths' shared as Man United's winless run hits eight games
Pressure mounts on the manager as the club hierarchy, staff and players confront the slump.
ESPN · +4 outlets
Arteta warns Dowman 'we are not in Disneyland' after red card appeal rejected
The teenager will miss three matches after Arsenal's appeal was dismissed, with Arteta stressing first-team standards.
BBC · +14 outlets
What Howe could bring to Man Utd - and what are the challenges?
BBC · +7 outlets
La Liga's U.S. viewership soars as El Clasico sets all-time ESPN record
The ratings mark a high point for Spanish league soccer's American audience growth.
Awful Announcing · +1 outlets
Barcelona suspends own fan groups from Camp Nou after Clasico incidents
The club acts after disturbances during the match against Real Madrid.
The New York Times · +2 outlets
Luis Enrique becomes PSG's winningest coach as Hakimi hits first hat-trick
The record win over Le Havre cements the coach's place in the club's history.
ESPN · +7 outlets
Kompany to miss Dortmund clash after hospitalization
The Bayern coach's absence puts a spotlight on the physical toll of top-level management.
ESPN · +14 outlets
Grealish dropped by Everton over 'breach of club discipline'
The omission raises fresh questions about the winger's career trajectory.
BBC · +14 outlets
Scottish football takes first steps toward ending 3pm TV blackout
Seeking offers for its next broadcast cycle, Scottish football could pave the way for change across the UK.
BBC
Chelsea's Lacroix feared out until January with serious hamstring injury
The defender's lengthy layoff is a setback for Chelsea's squad depth.
BBC