Real Madrid’s Summer Signings Under Jose Mourinho So Far—Ranked The 15-time European champions desperately needed new blood at the Bernabéu. Sports Illustrated · Aug 13
Jude Bellingham Highlights ‘Tough’ Change Jose Mourinho Is Bringing to Real Madrid The England international is hoping to get back to his best form under the new manager. Sports Illustrated · Aug 13
The Curious Case of Paul Pogba—How the World Cup Winner’s Career Spiraled Out of Control The French superstar was once the most expensive soccer player in the world. Sports Illustrated · Aug 13
The FIFA World Cup should belong to fans, not super-rich investors FIFA President Gianni Infantino recently cancelled plans to sell a 20 per cent stake in a company that would run the association’s tournaments, including the World Cup, to private investors. The Conversation · Aug 13
Five USMNT Players to Follow in Europe in 2026–27 Both established and up-and-coming stars will take center stage in Europe next season. Sports Illustrated · 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
USMNT Star Folarin Balogun Linked With Controversial Premier League Return The American striker upped his stock after an impressive World Cup campaign this summer. Sports Illustrated · Aug 13
Celtic 'looking into terms' of deal for £6m-rated World Cup wonderkid Celtic 'looking into terms' of deal for £6m-rated World Cup wonderkid The National (Scotland) · Aug 13
Source: Wrexham Consider Club-Record Transfer for World Cup International The Red Dragons have already broken their transfer record once this summer. Sports Illustrated · Aug 13
Wallabies search for pieces to fit playmaker puzzle as Kiss swings changes Australia head coach called in Carter Gordon to face Japan in Townsville but will keep investigating his flyhalf options before next year’s World Cup The Guardian - AU · Aug 13
La Liga launches big European domestic leagues without Barcelona and Real Madrid La Liga begins its new season this weekend with some matches postponed. Defending champions Barcelona and Real Madrid will start their campaigns later. Atletico Madrid faces uncertainty regarding a key forward's potential departure. The league will introduce new "connected ball" technology for enhanced data. Three teams have been promoted to… The Economic Times · Aug 13
African football boss says only an election can decide Gianni Infantino’s future African football boss Motsepe says the position of embattled president Gianni Infantino can only be decided by FIFA elections. The National (Scotland) · Aug 13
Gianni Infantino Responds to World Cup Hosts Funding Controversy With Unpopular Message Cracks have emerged in one of Infantino’s strongest support bases. Sports Illustrated · Aug 13
Anthony Taylor takes aim at ex-referee pundits for adding to ‘culture of fear’ Ex-Premier League official Taylor retired from refereeing after officiating at the 2026 World Cup The Independent UK · Aug 13
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Evening Standard · Aug 13 Economy gets World Cup and hot weather boost but fears grow over Iran war hit Official figures showed gross domestic product (GDP) rose by 0.4% between April and June, with better-than-forecast growth of 0.3% in June.
The Economic Times · 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 Guardian - UK · Aug 13 Premier League 2026-27 preview No 8: Crystal Palace Palace have gambled on new manager Pierre Sage, who is tasked with building on Oliver Glasner’s unprecedented success
France 24 · 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…
The Economic Times · Aug 13 If Messi can, why can't Kohli and Rohit? Harbhajan Singh backs veterans for 2027 World Cup Harbhajan Singh believes Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma can play in the next ODI World Cup. He stated that performance and fitness should determine player selection, not age. Messi's continued dominance at 39 serves as an example for the Indian veterans. Kohli's impact on team fitness and winning mentality is…
The Economic Times · Aug 13 From 2011 cricket triumph to hockey World Cup: Paddy Upton wants India to 'arrive as champions' Mental conditioning coach Paddy Upton stresses the need for a champion mindset before the World Cup. He highlights team dynamics and preparation for all potential obstacles. Upton drew lessons from the Paris Olympics quarterfinal against Great Britain. He also discussed the use of technology for player support and guidance. The…
The National (Scotland) · Aug 13 Tartan Army hailed by Boston chiefs as astounding drinking figures emerge Boston have released their official figures as World Cup hosts and showed the Tartan Army helped drive a 179 per cent increase in bar takings from…
Evening Standard · Aug 13 Ladbrokes owner Entain says new gambling taxes to have ‘massive impact’ It comes as the FTSE 100 firm revealed strong recent trading, particularly in the UK, amid a boost from the World Cup.
France 24 · Aug 13 Fabien Barthez to coach France's goalkeepers under former teammate Zidane Former France international Fabien Barthez was put in charge of the national team's goalkeepers on Thursday under newly appointed head coach Zinedine Zidane, reuniting two legends of French football who carried Les Bleus to World Cup and Euro titles in 1998 and 2000.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 13 Chelsea set Friday deadline for Fernández suitors as City reject new £51m Barça bid for Rodri Manchester City have rejected Barcelona’s second bid of around €60m for Rodri, while Chelsea have set a 5pm Friday deadline for the club to bid for Enzo Fernández