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Ronald Koeman resigns as Netherlands coach after penalty defeat to Morocco at World Cup 2026
Ronald Koeman has stepped down as Netherlands head coach following a first-round exit at World Cup 2026, where the Dutch were beaten on penalties by Morocco in Monterrey. Koeman also hinted at a possible retirement from coaching, citing family health concerns.
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Mbappe dedicates Sweden goal to Deschamps with embrace after manager's mother dies
Kylian Mbappe scored his fifth goal of the tournament against Sweden before running straight to Didier Deschamps for a hug, a gesture dedicated to the France manager who had just returned from his mother's funeral.
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Klopp dismisses Germany job talk but demands grassroots overhaul after World Cup exit
Jürgen Klopp has played down speculation linking him to the Germany manager role following Die Mannschaft's penalty shootout elimination by Paraguay, while delivering a sharp critique of the team's performance and calling for sweeping DFB reform from youth level upward.
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Klopp open to Germany job but demands Red Bull role stays intact after World Cup exit
Jurgen Klopp has been sounded out as a potential replacement for Julian Nagelsmann after Germany were knocked out of the World Cup by Paraguay on penalties. The former Liverpool manager is reportedly open to the role, but only if he can retain his position at Red Bull.
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Slavko Vincic to referee Mexico vs Ecuador in World Cup Round of 32
Slovenian official Slavko Vincic, who oversaw the 2024 Champions League final between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund, will take charge of Mexico vs Ecuador at the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 on Tuesday — his third match of the tournament.
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Ronald Koeman resigns as Netherlands head coach after World Cup penalty shootout exit
Ronald Koeman has stepped down as Netherlands head coach following a penalty shootout defeat to Morocco at the World Cup. The 63-year-old announced his resignation on Instagram, saying the manner of his exit 'hurts' despite feeling pride in his career.
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Tuchel forced into emergency right-back reshuffle as James and Quansah ruled out against DR Congo
Reece James and Jarell Quansah will both miss England's World Cup round-of-16 clash with DR Congo, leaving Thomas Tuchel to consider Djed Spence or a positional switch for Ezri Konsa at right-back.
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Inquest hears coach Jonathan Morgan 'played mind games' with Maddy Cusack before her death
An inquest at Chesterfield Coroner's Court heard that Sheffield United Women coach Jonathan Morgan made comments about Maddy Cusack's weight and repeatedly altered her starting status, leaving the 27-year-old increasingly anxious and wanting to leave football before her death in September 2023.
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Spurs seal £85m Mateus Fernandes deal as Sheringham tells Man Utd to chase elite talent
Tottenham have agreed an £85 million fee with West Ham for midfielder Mateus Fernandes, ending Manchester United's interest. Former United striker Teddy Sheringham says United should not be disappointed, insisting Fernandes is not good enough for the club.
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Galatasaray target Bruno Fernandes but United captain determined to stay for Champions League return
Turkish champions Galatasaray have identified Bruno Fernandes as a summer transfer target, according to reports in Turkey, but the Manchester United captain is said to be firmly opposed to leaving Old Trafford ahead of the club's return to the Champions League.
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Williams sports black eye as Wallabies sharpen intensity before Ireland Nations Championship opener
Wallabies lock Jeremy Williams has been left with a black eye and grazed face after a training collision with Rob Valetini, as Australia ramp up preparations for their Nations Championship opener against Ireland on Saturday.
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Ecuador file formal complaint after Mexico fans stage overnight hotel siege before World Cup clash
Dozens of Mexican supporters gathered outside Ecuador's hotel in Mexico City from midnight, using loudspeakers, horns and motorcycles to deprive the squad of sleep. The Ecuadorian federation has filed a formal complaint with tournament organisers, citing a breach of fair play principles.
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South Korea players booed home at Incheon Airport after World Cup group-stage exit
South Korea's World Cup squad was met with jeers and angry protests at Incheon Airport on Tuesday after crashing out of the tournament in the group stage, with fans demanding coach Hong Myung-bo resign.
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Arsenal's title defence threatened by mounting injury concerns heading into 2025-26
Arsenal begin their Premier League title defence in August carrying significant fitness concerns across their squad, with Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, William Saliba and others managing injuries or facing limited recovery time after the World Cup.
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Arsenal turn to PSG's Barcola after Aston Villa demand £130m for Morgan Rogers
Arsenal have added PSG winger Bradley Barcola to their shortlist after Aston Villa set a £130m asking price for Morgan Rogers — a fee that would surpass Liverpool's British-record signing of Alexander Isak.
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Haaland's 86th-minute winner sends Norway past Ivory Coast and into World Cup last 16
Erling Haaland netted his fifth goal of the tournament in the 86th minute to give Norway a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday, setting up a last-16 clash with Brazil in New York.
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Leeds admit Struijk sale to Brighton was necessary to avoid Premier League points deduction
Leeds United have confirmed that Pascal Struijk's £20m move to Brighton on 30 June was required to keep the club within Premier League Profit and Sustainability Rules, with the Yorkshire side now confident of avoiding a points penalty.
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Haaland's 86th-minute strike sends Norway to first-ever World Cup round of 16
Erling Haaland scored his fifth goal of the tournament in the 86th minute to seal a 2-1 win over Ivory Coast, sending Norway to the World Cup round of 16 for the first time in their history.
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Mexico fans blast horns outside Ecuador's hotel to disrupt World Cup sleep
Dozens of Mexican supporters gathered outside Ecuador's hotel in Mexico City from midnight, using loudspeakers, horns and motorcycles to deprive the visiting squad of sleep ahead of their round-of-32 clash. Ecuador's football federation has since filed a formal complaint with tournament organisers.
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Declan Rice backs England's penalty takers to outlast every rival at the World Cup
Declan Rice has declared England possess the finest collection of penalty takers at the World Cup, citing Harry Kane, Ivan Toney, Bukayo Saka, Jude Bellingham and Anthony Gordon — and insisting his own confidence from the Champions League final shoot-out means he will volunteer too.
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