After the FIFA World Cup 2026, football returns quickly with WAFCON 2026, the UEFA Super Cup, domestic league openers and new qualification cycles across continents.
Jürgen Klopp has been appointed head coach of the Germany men’s national team until 2030, replacing Julian Nagelsmann after their World Cup exit. The 59-year-old, who previously managed Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund, expressed his honor at the role, with his first game against the Netherlands on September 24.
Der deutsche Fußballtorwart Loris Karius hat offen über seine mentalen Schwierigkeiten und Suizidgedanken nach dem Champions-League-Finale 2018 gesprochen. Er fühlte sich leer, dachte über ein Karriereende nach und kämpfte sich schließlich allein aus dem Tief heraus, um nun bei Schalke 04 neues Glück zu finden.
Andoni Iraola says the success of Basque and Spanish coaches comes from collective thinking and putting the team first. He also says Liverpool must restore togetherness and fan connection after a difficult season.
Aston Villa face a major summer rebuild after key departures, but Unai Emery is still expected to push for another top-four finish. The article examines whether he can repeat last season’s overperformance.
Italian Football Federation (FIGC) president Giovanni Malagò stated that financial exceptions are in place to potentially allow Pep Guardiola to become Italy's next head coach. Guardiola, who left Manchester City, is a leading candidate alongside Roberto Mancini and Andrea Pirlo, as Italy seeks to rebuild after failing to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup.
Barcelona Femení, despite winning four trophies, faces a significant player exodus for the second consecutive summer, including stars like Alexia Putellas, due to the club's financial fair play issues. This leaves the squad dangerously thin as pre-season training begins, raising concerns about their ability to defend titles.
Rodri has joined the small group of players to win the World Cup, European Championship, Champions League and Ballon d'Or. The article also answers reader questions on World Cup assists, Ballon d'Or caps and football records.
Mjällby besegrade Lincoln Red Imps med 3–0 i Champions League-kvalet, där Aki Samuelsen gjorde två mål, varav ett efter ett mönsteranfall. Segern ger Mjällby ett starkt utgångsläge inför returen i Gibraltar.
Rodrigo Hernández, conocido como Rodri, se convierte en el séptimo futbolista de la historia en ganar el Balón de Oro, un torneo continental de selecciones, la Copa del Mundo y la Champions League, tras la victoria de España en el Mundial 2026 en Nueva Jersey.
La 26ª edición de la Champions League femenina inicia su fase previa con 19 equipos. El torneo destaca la participación de la española Marta Llopis en el PAOK Salónica y la situación de Júlia Aguado del Ludogorets Razgrad, ambas compartiendo sus experiencias en ligas extranjeras.
Australian water polo star Abby Andrews, fresh from winning the European Champions League MVP with Olympiacos, discusses her success and the upcoming World Aquatics Water Polo World Cup in Sydney, where the Stingers aim for gold and to inspire a new generation.
Mjällby AIF, svenska mästare, inleder sitt Champions League-kval mot Lincoln Red Imps från Gibraltar. Supportergruppen planerar ett Europa-tema tifo trots lagets svaga form inför matchen som spelas ikväll på Strandvallen.
MasOrange ha renovado sus acuerdos mayoristas con Telefónica y Dazn, asegurando la emisión de todo el fútbol nacional e internacional para Orange TV hasta la temporada 2026/2027. La operadora pagará más de 300 millones de euros anuales, mientras los principales operadores lanzan ofertas promocionales de verano para captar abonados.
La UEFA anuncia el calendario de la Champions League, afectada por el Mundial de Qatar, con la fase de grupos en menos de dos meses y un largo parón invernal.
La nuova Champions League a 36 squadre dal 2024/25 garantisce ricavi enormi, creando una sfida economica per i club europei nel conciliare sostenibilità finanziaria e modello dei campionati aperti con promozioni e retrocessioni.
Jürgen Klopp disclosed Liverpool's extensive efforts to recruit Kylian Mbappé from Monaco, including a private jet trip with the player's family. Despite the elaborate approach, Mbappé ultimately joined Paris Saint-Germain.
Ex-jogador Juary Jorge dos Santos Filho, campeão da Champions League e ídolo do Santos, agora trabalha como motorista de aplicativo aos 67 anos após lutar contra a depressão. Ele encontra ânimo na nova rotina e nas conversas com os passageiros.
Jude Bellingham and Erling Haaland, set to face off in the World Cup, share an unlikely friendship forged at Borussia Dortmund. Their burgeoning rivalry could define the future of football, contrasting with the Messi-Ronaldo era.
Former Romania midfielder Gabriel Muresan died at 44 after drowning in a lake near Apold, where he was mayor. Muresan, who played for Romania nine times and won three league titles with Cluj, was remembered for his football career and community service.
Two-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas has joined London City Lionesses after leaving Barcelona. The Spanish midfielder, one of the women's game's all-time greats, was unveiled in New York by owner Michele Kang, who aims to build a trophy-winning team.
Sandro Tonali has moved from Newcastle to Tottenham for an initial £92.5m, a club record for Spurs. The Italian midfielder cited Roberto De Zerbi's "magic" sales pitch and a desire to relocate to London as key factors in his decision.
Bélgica logra una épica remontada contra Senegal en la prórroga del Mundial, ganando 3-2 tras ir perdiendo por dos goles. Tielemans marcó un doblete, incluyendo el penalti decisivo.
Tottenham have agreed to sign Italy midfielder Sandro Tonali from Newcastle for an initial £92.5m, potentially rising to £100m. The deal represents a club record for Spurs, who also agreed a £85m deal for West Ham's Mateus Fernandes. Tonali, 26, has agreed a six-year contract.
