Football
Turkish Football Federation licenses 40 clubs, penalizes 3 for 2026-27
The TFF granted national licenses to 19 clubs in two rounds, raising the total to 40, while three teams received point deductions.
Galatasaray to Face Rennes in Istanbul Friendly on August 2
The host the French Ligue 1 side at RAMS Park in their fourth pre-season match under manager Okan Buruk.
Red Bull appoints Roger Schmidt as head of global soccer
The German coach will take charge of Red Bull's global soccer portfolio from October 1, replacing Jürgen Klopp.
UEFA says Infantino lost confidence after FIFA scraps World Cup investment plan
FIFA president withdrew proposal for private investment.
FIFA scraps plan to seek private investment for World Cup
The move ends discussions regarding various investment figures and a potential share sale.
Tottenham defeats Chelsea 2-1 in Sydney friendly
Richarlison scored a stoppage-time winner during the Sydney Super Cup tournament.
Chelsea's Mudryk available to play after appeal against doping ban
The Court of Arbitration for Sport partially upheld the appeal, allowing the winger to return immediately.
Santi Denia appointed Czech Republic men's national football team head coach
The former Spain youth coach becomes the first foreign manager for the team since the dissolution of Czechoslovakia.
Tallinna FC Flora advances to Conference League third qualifying round
Flora wins penalty shootout against The New Saints F.C. as Levadia and Nõmme Kalju exit
AC Milan legend Franco Baresi dies at 66
The former Italy captain and lifelong AC Milan defender passed away, according to club announcements.
Galatasaray President Denies Interest in Musiala
Dursun Özbek dismisses transfer rumors and cites league regulations while promising future signings.
Fenerbahçe to open talks for AC Milan’s Rafael Leao
Turkish club prepares offer amid rival interest from Galatasaray and a €50 million demand by the Italian side.
Saltburn player suspended after finger-clicking claim goes viral
North Yorkshire and South Durham Cricket League launches investigation as video of alleged cheating attracts millions of views online.
Infantino sets Sept. 19 deadline for $20M FIFA investor offer
UEFA and lawmakers oppose the plan to sell a stake in World Cup rights to Joshua Kushner’s Thrive Capital.
John Stones joins Inter Milan on free transfer
The 32-year-old England defender signs a two-year deal with the Serie A champions after leaving Manchester City.
Chelsea sign defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace for £52m
The 26-year-old French international joins on a contract until 2032 as the club adds experience to its squad under new manager Xabi Alonso.
Inter Turku stun Istanbul Basaksehir 2-0 to advance in UEFA Conference League
Goals from Tuominen and Jephta, and a late sending-off, end Basaksehir's European run for the season.
Beşiktaş Beat Midtjylland 2-0 to Advance in Europa League
Beşiktaş secured a 3-0 aggregate victory over Midtjylland in the UEFA Europa League second qualifying round, setting up a third-round tie with Hradec Kralove.
Brighton's Danny Welbeck set for Chelsea medical ahead of move
Veteran striker, 35, would become part of Xabi Alonso's plan to add experience after Chelsea finished 10th last season.
UEFA threatens boycott of FIFA competitions over private investment plan
European football body calls emergency meeting of 55 associations, warns no team will play until FIFA withdraws or guarantees no private control.
FA introduces minimum 10-match ban for discrimination
The Football Association's new sanctions apply to players, managers, and technical area staff from the upcoming season.
German Bundesliga Sets All-Time Ticket Sales Record
A total of 21.4 million tickets were sold across the top two divisions in the 2025-2026 season.
Cucurella Gets Tattoo of Spain Coach After World Cup Win
The defender fulfilled his promise by inking Luis de la Fuente's portrait on his arm.
Brescia Calcio Bankrupt After 114 Years, Liquidation Begins
Italian club with debts of €20 million loses Serie C license and is dissolved by court order.
FIFA opens disciplinary case against Argentina over Falklands banner and brawl
The Argentine FA faces charges including political demonstration, assault, and discriminatory chants following the 2026 World Cup.
Champions League: Six Teams Advance After Goal-Filled Second Legs
Sabah, Mjallby, Sturm Graz, Celje, Dinamo Zagreb, and Ararat-Armenia progress to the third qualifying round.
Roberto Mancini Returns as Italy Coach for Second Spell
The 61-year-old replaces Gennaro Gattuso, with the FIGC confirming the appointment amid a turbulent period for Italian football.
Zidane Named France Head Coach, Replaces Deschamps
The 54-year-old legend signs a four-year contract until 2030, returning to lead the national team he won the World Cup with as a player.
Mayo ends 75-year All-Ireland drought with victory over Kerry
Reactions pour in from Joe Biden, Mark Carney and Noel Gallagher after Mayo's first title since 1951.
Tottenham Spending Shows New Ambition, Says Van de Ven
Spurs invested £237 million in the summer transfer window after a turbulent season.