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Republic of Ireland vs Israel moved behind closed doors at neutral venue amid protest pressure
The FAI has confirmed that its Nations League fixture against Israel, originally scheduled for Dublin's Aviva Stadium on 4 October, will be relocated to a neutral venue and played behind closed doors following protests. Israel's home match in the same group will also be held at a neutral location.
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Manchester United scouts watch Kim Min-jae as Bayern defender stars at World Cup
Manchester United have been sending scouts to watch Bayern Munich centre-back Kim Min-jae, according to German outlet TZ. The 29-year-old underlined his quality by playing the full 90 minutes as South Korea beat Czechia 2-1 in their World Cup Group A opener.
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Empty seats at Estadio Akron deepen FIFA ticket policy crisis on World Cup's opening day
South Korea's 2-1 comeback win over the Czech Republic at Guadalajara's Estadio Akron was overshadowed by swathes of vacant seats, despite FIFA claiming an attendance of 44,985 — just hundreds below the 45,664 tournament capacity.
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Kenny Jackett, who guided Wolves to League One title glory, dies aged 64
Kenny Jackett, one of English football's most respected EFL managers, has died at the age of 64. The former Wolves, Millwall and Swansea boss spent nearly 30 years in management, taking charge of more than 900 games across four decades.
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England and Palace Skateboards launch limited World Cup 2026 collection with Nike
England have unveiled a collaboration with Palace Skateboards and Nike ahead of the 2026 World Cup, releasing a limited-edition range of shirts, jackets, tracksuits and retro-inspired football boots exclusively through the England Official Store before a wider launch on 16 June.
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Zaire-Emery faces bar ban at France's Boston hotel due to US drinking age law
Warren Zaire-Emery, 20, cannot enter the Aujourd'hui Bar at France's Four Seasons base in Boston because Massachusetts law bars under-21s from alcohol-only venues — even without drinking. His PSG team-mate Desire Doue, who turned 21 on June 3, is unaffected.
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Kenny Jackett, former Millwall and Wolves manager, dies at 64
Kenny Jackett, who managed six clubs across a 25-year career in English football, has died at the age of 64. The League Managers Association announced his passing on Friday, with Millwall paying tribute to a manager who led them to promotion and an FA Cup semi-final.
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Manchester City ready to walk away from £120m Elliot Anderson deal over add-ons dispute
Nottingham Forest have rejected two bids from Manchester City for Elliot Anderson, with the latest worth up to £120m. Owner Evangelos Marinakis is holding out for the full fee upfront, and City's chairman is reportedly willing to let the deal collapse rather than meet those terms.
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Ophélie Meunier criticized on her first night as 2026 World Cup presenter
The M6 journalist, chosen to host the pre- and post-match magazines for the 2026 World Cup, faced harsh criticism on social media as soon as the first episode aired Thursday evening, with viewers questioning her football credentials.
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Mbappé calls Deschamps "the guy" and divides observers ahead of World Cup
In an interview marking the launch of the 2026 World Cup, Kylian Mbappé described Didier Deschamps as "the guy", a phrasing deemed too casual by several journalists.
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Chelsea willing to take Rashford on loan as Barcelona balk at £26m clause fee
Chelsea are open to signing Marcus Rashford this summer, but only on a loan basis. Barcelona, who had until June 15 to trigger a £26m buy clause, are reportedly prepared to offer just £13m — a figure Manchester United are unlikely to accept.
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Ibrahimovic reveals OM supporters threw knives at him at the Vélodrome
On Jimmy Kimmel's show, Zlatan Ibrahimovic recounted a striking anecdote: during an away match in Marseille with PSG, sharp objects were allegedly thrown onto the pitch, prompting him to change how he celebrated goals.
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Toney nets hat-trick as England thrash Miami United 6-0 in secret friendly
Ivan Toney scored a hat-trick, including a stunning long-range strike, as England beat Miami United FC 6-0 in a behind-closed-doors warm-up at their West Palm Beach training camp. Teenagers Rio Ngumoha and Ethan Nwaneri also scored, despite missing out on the final 26-man World Cup squad.
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Dino Toppmöller close to joining Lens to replace Pierre Sage
RC Lens has identified its next manager: Dino Toppmöller, free since leaving Eintracht Frankfurt, visited the club's facilities and received a contract offer on Friday.
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Lineker reveals he always ignored BBC's on-air swearing rule during his 26-year tenure
Gary Lineker has admitted he routinely defied the BBC's protocol of apologising for on-air foul language, a revelation that comes as he takes fresh swipes at his former employers while fronting Netflix's World Cup 2026 coverage.
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Ex-FIFA referee Hackett insists Zwane red card failed serious foul play criteria in Mexico's World Cup opener
Former FIFA and Premier League referee Keith Hackett has argued that South Africa's Themba Zwane did not deserve his red card in Mexico's 2-0 opening World Cup victory, saying the incident was reckless at most and warranted only a yellow card.
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Rodri insists Man City future is unresolved but declares himself in best shape of his career
Manchester City midfielder Rodri says he has given no thought to his future beyond his final year of contract, while confirming he is in the best physical condition of his career ahead of Spain's World Cup campaign.
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Newcastle smash Osasuna's 18-year transfer record with £30m bid for Víctor Muñoz
Newcastle United have submitted a formal bid worth €30-35 million plus add-ons for Osasuna winger Víctor Muñoz, according to Fabrizio Romano. The deal would shatter Osasuna's record sale, though Real Madrid hold a 50 per cent sell-on clause that complicates the finances.
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Lineker finally apologises to Lampard two years after viral balding jibe on live TV
Gary Lineker has publicly apologised to Frank Lampard for an inadvertent on-air comment about the former Chelsea midfielder's receding hairline, made during BBC's Euro 2024 coverage in Berlin — with the awkward exchange having gone viral at the time.
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McTominay a doubt for Scotland's World Cup opener against Haiti with stomach illness
Scott McTominay missed training in Charlotte on Thursday and travelled separately from the Scotland squad to Boston after falling ill with an upset stomach, casting doubt over his availability for Saturday's World Cup opener against Haiti.
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