Xhaka: Switzerland have to get back down to earth and face reality
Granit Xhaka has urged Switzerland to “get back down to earth and face reality” after a poor start to their 2026 World Cup. Switzerland were held to a 1-1 draw by Qatar on Saturday after conceding a 94th-minute equaliser in…
Aquilani honoured to coach former team-mate Berardi at Sassuolo
Alberto Aquilani called it an honour to be able to coach former Sassuolo team-mate Domenico Berardi after being named head coach at the club. The 41-year-old was announced as Sassuolo head coach on Friday, taking on his first Serie A…
Rangnick extends Austria deal to 2028 amid AC Milan interest
Austria have announced Ralf Rangnick has signed a new contract to remain as head coach until at least Euro 2028. Rangnick took over in April 2022, signing a two-year deal at the time following Austria’s failure to qualify for the…
Timber determined to ‘grow as a person and player’ during injury recovery
Jurrien Timber is determined to “grow as a player” and come back stronger from his latest injury setback. Timber suffered a groin injury in April that ruled him out for the end of Arsenal’s Premier League-winning season. He did return for…
Endrick aims to follow Ronaldo’s example at Real Madrid
Endrick believes it is “the law of football” that things will be tough in his career, but the teenager is determined to overcome adversity like his idol, Cristiano Ronaldo. After struggling for minutes under Xabi Alonso at Real Madrid earlier…
Yaya Toure lands first managerial job at Slovan Bratislava
Yaya Toure has landed his first managerial role, taking over Slovakian champions Slovan Bratislava. Toure was most recently Saudi Arabia’s assistant coach, where he started in November 2023 under his former Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini. The former midfielder’s playing…
Rooney would love to see McTominay back at Man Utd
Wayne Rooney would love to see Scott McTominay return to Manchester United after being left bemused by their decision to let the Scotsman go. After progressing through the academy and breaking into the United first team in 2017-18, McTominay made the…
Neuer return has strengthened Germany, says Undav
Deniz Undav believes Manuel Neuer has already made a strong impact on the Germany squad ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Germany begin their campaign on Sunday as they face Group E opponents Curacao, with Neuer set to start in…
Courtois relishing Mourinho reunion at Real Madrid
Thibaut Courtois is relishing a reunion with Jose Mourinho at Real Madrid. Mourinho was confirmed as Madrid’s new coach earlier this week, replacing Alvaro Arbeloa. The 63-year-old previously coached Madrid between 2010 and 2013, leading Los Blancos to one LaLiga title…
Dybala fuels transfer rumours amid doubt over Roma renewal
Paulo Dybala has fuelled rumours of a possible exit from Roma this summer as his contract with the club is set to expire. The 32-year-old’s current deal runs out at the end of this month, and despite rumours of a…