Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly interested in signing Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali. Manager Roberto de Zerbi is a long-time admirer, and Spurs have explored the financials of a deal for the 26-year-old Italian. Manchester City and Arsenal have also shown interest, but no formal approach has been made.
Derek McInnes has been appointed as the new manager of Rangers on a three-year contract, replacing Danny Röhl who has moved to RB Salzburg. McInnes, a former Rangers player and lifelong supporter, joins from Hearts and expressed his conviction that it's the right time for the prestigious role.
The US Open returns to Shinnecock Hills, a challenging coastal course known for its difficulty and punishing nature. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler aims to complete a career grand slam, facing strong competition from players like Rory McIlroy and Matt Fitzpatrick amidst forecasts of high winds.
El Manchester United ha decidido no volver a ceder a Marcus Rashford, pero aún no ha decidido si lo mantendrá en su plantilla o lo venderá. Su gran temporada en el Barcelona lo ha revalorizado, y varios clubes, especialmente ingleses y alemanes, han mostrado interés en ficharlo. Se estima su valor en unos 46 millones de euros.
Rangers have confirmed the departure of head coach Danny Röhl to RB Salzburg by mutual agreement. Performance manager Sascha Lense and first-team analyst Tristan Steiner will also leave Ibrox. Röhl's departure follows a disappointing end to the season for Rangers.
Tottenham Hotspur have agreed a £52m deal with Brighton for Dutch defender Jan Paul van Hecke. The 26-year-old, who has one year left on his contract and showed no inclination to extend, is set to reunite with former boss Roberto de Zerbi.
Die Staatsanwaltschaft Gera hat Anklage gegen elf mutmaßliche Mitglieder eines Motorradclubs wegen Drogenhandels, räuberischer Erpressung und erpresserischen Menschenraubs erhoben. Drei Mitglieder, darunter der Ex-Präsident, sind in U-Haft. Die Ermittlungen begannen 2025 nach einem Rauswurf eines Mitglieds, dem Vermögen entzogen wurde.
Avant le Mondial 2026, les joueurs de l'équipe de France ont posé avec les maillots de leurs premiers clubs amateurs. Ce cliché, pris à Boston, rend hommage au football amateur et vise à souder le groupe.
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.
Le mercato d'été en France, ouvert depuis le 15 juin, voit plusieurs joueurs de Ligue 1 envisager de nouveaux horizons après la Coupe du Monde. Des noms comme Bradley Barcola, Ayyoub Bouaddi, Lucas Chevalier, Mason Greenwood et Maghnes Akliouche sont évoqués, avec des situations variées entre temps de jeu, clauses libératoires et contraintes financières.
Alors que la Coupe du monde bat son plein, plusieurs joueurs de Ligue 1, dont Bradley Barcola, Ayyoub Bouaddi, Lucas Chevalier, Mason Greenwood et Maghnes Akliouche, pourraient changer de club. Le mercato d'été en France a ouvert le 15 juin et se terminera le 1er septembre.
Northampton and Exeter, who finished second and third bottom last season, have reached the Prem final. Exeter's resilience secured a 27-26 win over Bath, while Northampton scored seven tries against Leicester. Both teams highlight the importance of tactical bravery and collective desire.
The UK government is investing £132.5m in after-school clubs to offer alternatives to social media for under-16s, as new restrictions on platform use are anticipated. The funding aims to boost mental health and reduce loneliness among young people.
Scotland celebrates its first World Cup qualification in 28 years with unique traditions, including new tartans, whisky collaborations, and fanzones. Despite past disappointments, fans embrace the moment with a mix of hope and self-deprecating fatalism, with the First Minister attending the opening match against Haiti.
Haiti's national football team is returning to the World Cup after 52 years, challenging stereotypes of a nation often defined by turmoil. Representing a diaspora of players, many born abroad, the team aims to showcase Haiti's resilience and a different narrative beyond its struggles.
NRW Interior Minister Herbert Reul wants to hold football clubs more accountable for combating violence in stadiums. He criticized clubs for being too hesitant due to fear of their own ultras and suggested legal measures with penalties for clubs if legal proceedings are too lengthy. Reul rejected the idea of clubs financially contributing to security costs, stating it's a state responsibility.
Leading rugby coaches argue that the responsibility for resting top players should be shared between clubs and the national team. They emphasize a long-term view on player workload, citing England captain Maro Itoje as an example.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the largest ever with 48 teams, 104 matches, and 3 host nations (US, Canada, Mexico). It features a record 1,248 players, with legends like Ronaldo and Messi chasing new milestones.
An alliance of 52 Women's National League clubs has written to the FA opposing plans to add Women's Super League academy sides to the third tier, demanding a vote on the matter due to concerns over the consultation process and potential impact on established teams.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature a record $871 million prize pool for national federations and $355 million for clubs, reflecting its expanded scale across the US, Canada, and Mexico. Funds are distributed based on team performance, qualification, and preparation grants, with clubs compensated for player release.
An Irish company, Cannabis Club Systems (CCS), exposed over 985,000 photo IDs, including passports and driver's licenses, from Spanish cannabis clubs due to severe security flaws in its PuffPal app and APIs. Data included personal details like phone numbers and addresses. CCS is now shutting down the system and working with Ireland's Data Protection Authority.
Burnley have won a landmark legal case against Everton, securing nearly £40m in compensation for financial rule breaches. The ruling, the largest financial penalty ever imposed on a Premier League club, stems from Everton's relegation advantage in the 2021-22 season.
The women's football transfer window is set to widen the financial gap between top clubs and the rest, with spending on fees and agent commissions soaring. While elite players command multi-million pound contracts, lower-tier clubs struggle for investment.
UEFA confirms Russian football clubs will not participate in 2026/27 European cup tournaments due to ongoing suspension since 2022.
