Queiroz leaves Ghana role after World Cup elimination
Carlos Queiroz has left his role as Ghana’s head coach following their round-of-32 exit from the World Cup. Queiroz was only appointed by the Black Stars in April, becoming just the second coach – after Bora Milutinovic – to appear…
‘He will do better than me’ – Aguirre backs Marquez after Mexico reign ends with England defeat
Javier Aguirre backed Rafael Marquez to build on his achievements after seeing his reign as Mexico head coach ended by a dramatic 3-2 defeat to England at the World Cup. El Tri’s wait for a first quarter-final appearance since 1986…
‘Heroic’ Azteca success felt like winning a final, says England boss Tuchel
Thomas Tuchel said England’s “heroic” victory over World Cup co-hosts Mexico at the Estadio Azteca felt like winning the final of a tournament, rather than a last-16 tie. The Three Lions produced arguably their greatest World Cup win on foreign…
Ronaldo confirms 2026 World Cup will be his ‘last one’, but not retiring
Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed the 2026 World Cup will be his last for Portugal but insisted he is not retiring from international football. Ronaldo is playing in a record-breaking sixth World Cup, with only Lionel Messi matching that feat, though…
‘Now it’s over’ – Neymar announces Brazil retirement after World Cup exit
Neymar has announced his retirement from international football following Brazil’s exit from the World Cup. Erling Haaland’s brace was enough to send Norway through to the quarter-finals of a World Cup for the first time, as they beat Brazil 2-1….
FIFA’s decision to overturn Balogun ban like ‘April Fool’s Day’, says Belgium boss Garcia
Rudi Garcia referred to FIFA’s decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s one-game ban as something seen on “April Fool’s Day” ahead of their last-16 tie at the World Cup. Belgium face the United States at Seattle Stadium for a spot in the…
Sule joins German amateur side SV Tiefenbach following retirement
Niklas Sule has joined amateur club SV Tiefenbach, having announced his retirement from professional football in May. The 30-year-old finished his professional career at Borussia Dortmund, whom he had played for since 2022 following his move from Bayern Munich. He…
De Vrij wants to feel ‘important’ after swapping Inter for Panathinaikos
Stefan de Vrij is hoping he can return to being an “important player” with Panathinaikos after calling time on his career with Inter at the end of last season. De Vrij ended his eight-year association with Serie A giants Inter…
‘He stays here’ – Bayern’s Upamecano shuts down rumours of Olise exit
Dayot Upamecano is certain his Bayern Munich and France team-mate Michael Olise will not be joining Real Madrid this summer. Olise enjoyed a phenomenal campaign with Bayern as they won a Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal double in 2025-26. He ended the…
Newcastle announce arrival of Hoffenheim forward Toure
Bazoumana Toure has realised his dream of being able to play in the Premier League after completing his reported £42m switch to Newcastle United on Sunday. Toure, who has put pen to paper on a long-term contract with Newcastle, arrives…