Fulham sign teenager Kusi-Asare on permanent deal from Bayern
Fulham have announced the permanent signing of Jonah Kusi-Asare from Bayern Munich. The 18-year-old spent the 2025-26 season on loan with the Cottagers, but has now signed a five-year contract with the Premier League side, who also have the option…
Kessie backs himself as ‘great signing’ for Juventus
Franck Kessie believes he “would be a great signing” for any team this summer, after also admitting he saw rumours linking him to Juventus. The 29-year-old will be a free agent this summer as his contract with Al-Ahli expires at…
Salah ‘going to be okay’ despite hamstring problem, says Egypt boss Hassan
Mohamed Salah has assured Egypt boss Hossam Hassan “he’s going to be okay”, after he was substituted during the 1-1 draw with Iran. The Pharaohs have advanced from the World Cup group stages for the first time, following a second-place…
Garcia condemns ‘ugly’ Belgium criticism after statement New Zealand victory
Belgium head coach Rudi Garcia slammed the “ugly” criticism his players had been subjected to, insisting “all Belgians should be proud” following their progress to the World Cup knockout stages. Following a pair of underwhelming draws against Egypt and Iran,…
‘Nothing is impossible’ – Cape Verde coach Bubista revels after historic World Cup progress
Bubista proclaimed “nothing is impossible” after debutants Cape Verde secured qualification for the World Cup knockout stages. The Blue Sharks sealed second place behind Spain in Group H, following a goalless draw with Saudi Arabia at Houston Stadium. Cape Verde became…
‘Nobody could see that coming’ – Tuchel defends full-back selections after James injury
Thomas Tuchel has defended his squad selection despite Reece James’ injury depriving England of their first-choice right-back. James started England’s opening two Group L games, but the Chelsea man has now sustained a minor hamstring issue. The injury is set to…
Bielsa leaving ‘nothing’ for Uruguay after World Cup disappointment
Marcelo Bielsa sensationally claimed he is leaving “nothing” for Uruguay to build from, as their World Cup exit was confirmed. Uruguay went down to 10 men and lost 1-0 to Spain as they crashed out of Group H on Friday….
Messi to start on bench but Scaloni hoping for high Argentina levels
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni is hoping for more of the same from his team, even if Lionel Messi will be on the bench against Jordan. Messi has scored all five of Argentina’s goals so far at the World Cup, with…
Iraq must be proud of World Cup journey, says Arnold
Graham Arnold insists Iraq must look back at their World Cup campaign with pride, despite losing all of their matches. Iraq exited the tournament without a point to their name as they slumped to a thumping 5-0 defeat to Senegal…
England’s Toney: I bring more than just penalties
Ivan Toney wants to offer more to England at the World Cup than just being a penalty specialist. Toney was a surprise call-up to Thomas Tuchel’s squad, with the forward having not featured for the Three Lions since June 2025….