Manchester City and Chelsea are close to a financial settlement over Enzo Maresca's move. Chelsea claims Maresca breached his contract and seeks over £10m compensation.
The Premier League fixtures for the 2026-27 season have been announced. Reigning champions Arsenal will begin their title defence against promoted Coventry City on August 21. Manchester City start their post-Pep Guardiola era at home to Bournemouth, while Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola faces Newcastle United.
La Premier League 2026-27 inizierà il 21 agosto con Arsenal-Coventry. La stagione, posticipata per i Mondiali, vedrà debutti per Maresca (Man City), Iraola (Liverpool) e Alonso (Chelsea). Novità regolamentari su falli di mano, trattenute e perdite di tempo.
Coventry City begins their first Premier League season in 25 years at Arsenal on Aug 21. Promoted Hull hosts Man Utd, Ipswich faces Sunderland. Other opening weekend clashes include Newcastle vs Liverpool and Man City vs Bournemouth.
The 2026-27 Premier League season kicks off on August 21 with newly promoted Coventry City facing champions Arsenal. The schedule accommodates the World Cup, with later start and end dates, and includes changes to international breaks and refereeing interpretations on hair-pulling and holding.
England started their World Cup campaign with a resounding 4-0 victory over Croatia. The article also highlights individual player statistics and reflections from other sporting events like Nadal's Wimbledon win.
Declan Rice showed signs of fatigue and discomfort in England's win over Croatia, raising concerns about his fitness for future matches. Thomas Tuchel substituted him as a precaution, but the lack of a like-for-like replacement and Reece James's own injury history complicate England's midfield options.
Jonathan David and Johan Manzambi, who impressed with hat-tricks at the World Cup, are reportedly attracting interest from Premier League clubs. David's prolific scoring for Lille and Juventus, and Manzambi's emergence as a creative midfielder, have put them on the radar for potential transfers.
The Premier League has announced that the fixtures for the 2026-27 season will be released on Friday at 10:00 BST. The season starts later than usual on August 22, 2026, due to the World Cup, and will conclude on May 30, 2027.
The Premier League 2026-27 season fixtures will be released on Friday at 10:00 BST. The season starts later on August 22, 2026, and ends May 30, 2027, due to the World Cup 2026. The schedule aims to avoid clashes with UEFA competitions and ensure adequate rest during the Christmas period.
Johan Manzambi erzielte zwei Tore nach seiner Einwechslung und verhalf der Schweiz zu einem 4:1-Sieg gegen Bosnien-Herzegowina. Der 20-jährige Stürmer des SC Freiburg träumt nun von einem Wechsel in die Premier League, während TV-Experte Thomas Müller ihn für den FC Bayern empfiehlt.
Tottenham Hotspur has completed its third summer signing, securing Dutch international centre-back Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton for £52m. The 26-year-old reunites with former coach Roberto De Zerbi, who sees Van Hecke as key to rebuilding the team after two consecutive 17th-place finishes.
Tottenham have completed the signing of Netherlands defender Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton for £52m. The 26-year-old has signed a long-term deal and expressed his excitement about joining a big club and working with head coach Roberto De Zerbi again.
Scott McTominay's success in Serie A highlights a debate on Italian football's reliance on foreign talent. As Scotland's World Cup hopes rest on him, his journey from underappreciation at Man Utd to Serie A MVP and iconic Scottish player is examined.
Hull City must sell players before July 1st to avoid a potential points deduction in the Premier League due to a £6m overspend on profit and sustainability rules, triggered by promotion bonuses.
Erling Haaland scored two goals on his World Cup debut, inspiring Norway to a 4-1 victory over Iraq. The striker's performance drew praise from coaches and commentators, who highlighted his strength, speed, and lethal finishing.
Indian cricket vice-captain Smriti Mandhana is the only Indian on TIME magazine's 2026 list of 100 Most Influential People in Sports. The list recognizes global sports figures, including LeBron James, Lionel Messi, and Cristiano Ronaldo. Mandhana is honored for her record-breaking achievements and leadership in women's cricket.
Leicester City have appointed Russell Martin as their new manager, aiming for an immediate return to the Championship after relegation. Simultaneously, Wolves have named César Peixoto as their head coach, replacing Rob Edwards, with the task of restoring their Premier League status.
Pierre Sage, l'entraîneur qui a mené Lens à la deuxième place de Ligue 1 et à la victoire en Coupe de France, quitte le club pour rejoindre Crystal Palace à Londres. Le technicien de 47 ans, révélé à Lyon, s'engage avec le club anglais pour un nouveau défi en Premier League.
England will hand Test debuts to Jordan Cox and Sonny Baker for the second match against New Zealand at the Oval. Matthew Fisher returns, and Jofra Archer is back after a break. Joe Root will captain the side in Ben Stokes's absence due to a team curfew breach.
Sweden, despite a poor qualifying campaign and individual struggles, has secured three consecutive wins at the Geopolitics World Cup under manager Graham Potter, showcasing a remarkable underdog story and providing hope for underperforming entities.
The 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) achieved record viewership, with over 1.2 billion people watching across TV and digital platforms. The season finale also set new records, and Connected TV saw significant growth, with regional language content gaining popularity.
England coach Thomas Tuchel is adopting Arsenal's successful set-piece strategies for the World Cup, focusing on dead-ball situations. Players like Declan Rice and Reece James are key to this approach, despite concerns over Bukayo Saka's tendonitis.
Norway's 2026 World Cup squad, featuring technically gifted players like Ødegaard and Haaland, draws parallels to the 1994 team that underperformed despite a strong qualifying campaign. Lessons from the past highlight issues with direct play, overtraining, and energy expenditure, which the current setup aims to avoid.
