'My time has passed': Neymar doubles down on Brazil retirement

Neymar appeared to confirm his retirement from international soccer, saying he no longer wanted to play for Brazil, weeks after suggesting his international career had ended following their World Cup last-16 loss to Norway.
29 July 2026

FIFA issues deadline to members over plan to sell $4 bn stake

FIFA has told member associations they will each receive $40 million if they back a plan to sell stakes in major competitions -- but they must sign up by September 19.
29 July 2026

'Hands off our game': FIFA's plans to sell $4.2bn stake in its tournaments widely criticised

World football's governing body said Tuesday it would retain a majority share in FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) but hoped to raise $4.2 billion later this year by "carefully selecting long-term investors who will purchase minority, non-controlling interests".
29 July 2026

Brazil, Mexico and US Democrats financed anti-Argentina campaign, alleges Milei

Argentine President Javier Milei has alleged that the governments of Brazil and Mexico, along with the US Democratic Party, helped finance an "anti-Argentina" campaign following the country's World Cup final defeat to Spain.
29 July 2026

FIFA defends VAR decision in Argentina-Switzerland World Cup match, signals rule clarification

According to FIFA, a player should not face disciplinary consequences because of an opponent's simulation.
29 July 2026

'I don't want a team that plays like Argentina': Rudi Voeller criticises Albiceleste's style

Voeller has a long history with Argentina, having scored in West Germany's 3-2 defeat to the Albiceleste in the 1986 World Cup final before gaining revenge four years later, when the Germans beat Argentina 1-0 to lift the trophy.
29 July 2026

Diaz and Olise set to stay at Bayern, says CEO

Bayern Munich CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen said Tuesday it would be "foolish" to let Luis Diaz leave while confirming Michael Olise would stay with the Bundesliga champions next season.
29 July 2026

Cucurella keeps De la Fuente tattoo pledge after Spain World Cup win

Spain international Marc Cucurella revealed a new tattoo of coach Luis de la Fuente on his arm on Tuesday, keeping a promise he made before the country's World Cup win.
29 July 2026

FIFA says it hopes to sell $4.2bn stake in its tournaments

FIFA said Tuesday it plans to sell a stake in the business operations of the World Cup and its other competitions through the creation of a semi-private subsidiary.
29 July 2026

Joao Pedro hits hattrick as Alonso's Chelsea reign begins with victory

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso got his reign off to a winning start on Tuesday in a dramatic 6-4 victory over Western Sydney Wanderers, with Brazilian striker Joao Pedro scoring a late nine-minute hat-trick to ensure victory.
28 July 2026

World Cup errors shake faith in VAR

Technology is supposed to make life easier, not the other way around. Yet when it comes to football, it often seems to have made the game more complicated, raising more questions than it answers.
28 July 2026

Real Madrid generate record €1.2b revenue despite struggles

Spanish giants Real Madrid said Tuesday they generated a record 1.221 billion euros ($1.39 billion) in revenue in the 2025/2026 season, despite failing to win a trophy.
28 July 2026

Zidane's managerial career at a glance

Here is a look at Zidane's coaching journey and the remarkable achievements that shaped his reputation:
28 July 2026

Zidane's long road leads back to France helm

France's favourite son, Zinedine Zidane, begins the latest chapter in his love affair with the national team after he was announced as Les Bleus' new coach on Tuesday.
28 July 2026

Rodri sidelined for 'short period' following back surgery

Spain's World Cup-winning captain Rodri will be sidelined for a short period following minor back surgery, Manchester City said on Tuesday.
28 July 2026

Mancini returns as Italy coach, Ranieri made technical director

The 61-year-old Mancini guided Italy to the European Championship title in 2021.
28 July 2026

Embolo's sending-off in World Cup quarterfinal against Argentina was wrong, IFAB says

Switzerland forward Breel Embolo should not have been sent off during this month's World Cup quarterfinal against Argentina, according to a circular issued by soccer's law-making body IFAB on Tuesday.
28 July 2026

Zinedine Zidane: The good, the bad and the ugly

French football icon Zinedine Zidane on Tuesday was tasked with delivering France the 2030 World Cup as coach, just as he did as a player in 1998.
28 July 2026

'The only job I wanted': Zidane named France coach

Zinedine Zidane was appointed France coach on Tuesday, as widely expected, following the departure of Didier Deschamps, the French Football Federation (FFF) announced.
28 July 2026

Neymar's Santos future in doubt amid growing tensions

Brazilian superstar Neymar's future at Santos appears increasingly uncertain, with reports suggesting his contract is unlikely to be extended beyond its expiry in December 2026 amid mounting tensions within the club.
28 July 2026