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Man United vs Leeds Makes History as Croke Park Hosts First Club Football Match Ahead of New Season

Manchester United and Leeds United played the first club football match at Croke Park, ending 1-1 before United won 5-4 on penalties, marking a historic event for the Dublin venue.

International Business Times UK · Aug 13

'This was my World Cup' says Somali ref after UEFA Super Cup

Somali referee Omar Artan officiated the UEFA Super Cup after missing the World Cup. He was denied entry to the United States due to alleged terrorist ties. UEFA offered him the Super Cup match after the Miami incident. Artan expressed gratitude to UEFA and the Confederation of African Football. This…

The Economic Times · Aug 13

Brian Madjo and the tendency to lump expectations on young shoulders

In today’s Football Daily: Leo mourns and star is born

The Guardian - UK · Aug 13

Republic of Ireland FA withdraws support for Gianni Infantino as Fifa crisis rages on

The Football Association of Ireland are yet to be joined by neighbours Northern Ireland in pulling their endorsement

The Independent UK · Aug 13

Predicting a Winner in College Football’s 10 Biggest Quarterback Battles

As quarterback battles rage around the country, let’s make a prediction of the winner for the biggest competitions.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 13

One Number That Sums Up Every Big 12 Team in 2026

Who will emerge from the Power 4’s least predictable league?

Sports Illustrated · Aug 13

FIFA chief Infantino receives support from 6 Arab federations amid revolt over World Cup plan

Six Arab soccer federations have voiced strong support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino. This backing comes after his private investment plan for the World Cup faced significant opposition. European body UEFA and other confederations called the plan a breach of trust. Infantino's supporters highlighted his commitment to global football development.…

The Economic Times · Aug 13

Pat Forde: The 25 Most Intriguing College Football Quarterbacks for 2026

A controversial in-conference move, a famous name looking to take a leap and a signal-caller with another year of eligibility top our list.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 13

That’s Drake Maye ‘Playing the Best Position in the World’

After finishing second in last year’s MVP voting, the Patriots QB is just tapping into the athletic potential he’s flashed for a long time.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 13

Infantino's future at FIFA should be decided by election, African football chief says

Confederation of African Football head Patrice Motsepe on Thursday said that the future of FIFA's embattled president Gianni Infantino should be decided via election. Multiple world football federations have recently withdrawn their support for his leadership of football's governing body over his aborted plan to sell stakes in the World…

France 24 · Aug 13