China's senior men's football team will not participate in the Fifa Asean Cup in September, opting instead for warm-up matches against Palestine and North Korea in Chongqing as part of their preparation for next year's Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia. The women's and U23 men's teams will compete in the Asian Games in Japan.
Hartley Wareham, 2, brother of Exeter City footballer Jayden Wareham, died on July 3 after being pulled unresponsive from a swimming pool during a family holiday in Spain. An inquest is underway, and the family has launched a fundraiser for a memorial.
Over 120 wealthy Britons, including Gary Lineker and Brian Eno, have written an open letter to new Prime Minister Andy Burnham, urging for higher taxes on the richest to foster a more equal society and fund public investment. The group, organized by Patriotic Millionaires, supports a 2% tax on wealth over £10m.
Several renowned international footballers, including Manuel Neuer, Patrik Schick, Guillermo Ochoa, Riyad Mahrez, Enner Valencia, Nicolás Otamendi, Marko Arnautovic, Sadio Mané, Craig Gordon, and Jean Michaël Seri, have announced their retirement from national team duty following their participation in the recent World Cup.
Teenage footballer Erica Meg Parkinson, recently signed by North Carolina Courage, made her debut in the US. Known for her mental training with coach Martin Fairn since age 12, Parkinson aims to secure a regular spot in the England Lionesses squad, having already been called up by Sarina Wiegman.
Argentinian footballer Benjamin Garre, who recently joined Russia's Krylia Sovetov club, has declared his intention to apply for Russian citizenship, citing a desire to spend many years in the country. His agent is assisting with the necessary documentation.
Spain's teenage forward Lamine Yamal contrasted the pressure of professional football with his parents' past struggles, citing his mother having him at 16 and his father's efforts to provide. He called his parents' experiences "real pressure," making his comments before Spain won the 2026 World Cup.
Kevin Keegan, a double Ballon d'Or winner and former Liverpool, Hamburg, and England player and manager, has died at the age of 75 after battling cancer. His family announced his passing, highlighting his decorated career and significant impact on football.
Former England and Newcastle manager Kevin Keegan, twice European Footballer of the Year, has died at 75 after a battle with stage four cancer. Tributes poured in from his family, former players like Alan Shearer and Faustino Asprilla, clubs Liverpool and Newcastle, and Prince William, honoring his legacy as a player and manager.
Football legend Kevin Keegan, a double Ballon d'Or winner and former player for Liverpool, Hamburg, and Newcastle, has died at 75 after battling cancer. His family announced his passing on Monday, highlighting his immense contributions to the sport as both a player and manager.
Nolan Wells, a Mississippi teen and footballer, had his memorial service livestreamed as investigations continue into his mysterious death during a Fourth of July outing to Horn Island. His body was found July 6; while drowning is suspected, his family hired an attorney for an independent autopsy due to discrepancies and the fact he was the only Black person in his friend group to not return.
Nico Williams, after Spain's Euro 2024 victory, dedicated his medal to his mother, stating her journey across the Sahara from Ghana to Spain was a greater feat than his speed on the pitch. He emphasized her sacrifice enabled his success.
New research reveals former professional footballers experience higher levels of clinical depression (33% vs 9%), anxiety (42% vs 25%), and self-reported cognitive issues than non-players, with MRI scans showing reduced brain volume.
Christian Atsu, 31, ex-Newcastle and Chelsea footballer, confirmed dead after his body was found in rubble of Hatay apartment block hit by Türkiye earthquakes.
Footballers are modifying their cleats by cutting off the heel section to alleviate pain and discomfort, often caused by Haglund's syndrome, a bony growth on the back of the heel.
Denise and Mark Bellingham, parents of football star Jude Bellingham, have significantly supported his career, including Denise moving to Germany with him. Mark, a former non-league footballer and police sergeant, now manages their sons' careers alongside Denise, who has an HR background. Reports of their separation remain unconfirmed.
A new study reveals former professional footballers aged 30-60 are significantly more prone to depression, anxiety, and cognitive difficulties in mid-life compared to the general population, with brain imaging showing reduced grey matter volume.
An 18-year-old Scottish footballer, Taylor Coulter, was spiked with a needle containing GHB and an antidepressant in a Magaluf nightclub. She is now on antiviral medication and struggling with fitness, impacting her upcoming US football scholarship.
Elite footballers are extending their careers well into their mid-thirties and beyond due to scientific, medical, and technological advancements. Improved training, recovery, and personalized monitoring help athletes maintain peak physical condition, incentivized by lucrative contracts and sponsorships.
Jayèma, a London-based hair stylist, has had a unique World Cup experience, working with diverse international footballers and meeting stars like Lamine Yamal, all while admitting to a lack of prior football knowledge. Despite missing games due to overwhelming atmospheres, she expresses pride in her work and the joy it brings to players.
An inquest into the death of former Sheffield United footballer Maddy Cusack, 27, has been adjourned until December 7. The hearing was delayed to allow Sheffield United to search for documents related to her medical records, following concerns raised by her family about her working relationship with coach Jonathan Morgan.
Kylian Mbappé has emerged as the dominant cultural and sporting figure of the World Cup, transforming from a footballing prodigy into a global icon. His on-field brilliance is matched by his off-field personality, embracing memes and political stances.
لاعبو المنتخب الفرنسي يعربون عن ارتياحهم لتعيين حكم أرجنتيني لمباراتهم ضد المغرب، بينما يتألق كيليان مبابي كقائد مؤثر في كأس العالم 2026. في سياق منفصل، تم تعيين ألفارو أربيلوا مدرباً جديداً لفولهام الإنجليزي.
Neymar retires as Brazil's all-time leading scorer with 80 goals, surpassing Pelé. Despite individual brilliance and numerous club trophies, his international career is marked by unfulfilled World Cup potential due to injuries and immense expectations. His legacy is debated between extraordinary numbers and the elusive World Cup title.
