Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has backed new £75m signing Bruno Guimarães to ignite the Premier League champions, following the midfielder's move from Newcastle. Meanwhile, Manchester City concluded their pre-season tour of Asia with a 3-1 victory against Atlético Madrid.
Morgan Rogers transferred to Chelsea from Aston Villa for a record £117m, becoming the most expensive British player ever. The move raises questions about his tactical fit under new manager Xabi Alonso, whose possession-heavy style may not suit Rogers' pace-dependent game, despite his individual strengths.
England secured a World Cup semi-final spot after a tense extra-time victory over Norway in Miami. Despite defensive challenges and midfield issues, key performances from John Stones and Djed Spence, alongside Jude Bellingham's brilliance, saw England through.
Arsenal teammates Declan Rice (England) and Martin Ødegaard (Norway) face off in a World Cup quarter-final. Both leaders in their prime, born just 28 days apart, will put their mutual respect aside for the crucial match in Miami.
挪威隊長厄德高表示，儘管世界排名與英格蘭差距甚大，但球隊在擊敗巴西後信心大增，相信在與英格蘭的比賽中一切皆有可能。挪威隊已提前抵達邁阿密適應炎熱氣候，而英格蘭隊則仍在堪薩斯城訓練。
Norway's World Cup quarter-final victory over Brazil highlights a unique sports development system prioritizing child enjoyment and multi-sport participation over early specialization, contrasting with traditional prodigy-focused models.
Jogadores da Noruega comemoraram vitória sobre Senegal simulando remada viking, tradição que virou marca registrada da torcida na Copa do Mundo de 2026. A celebração remete à história e herança marítima do povo viking.
Erling Haaland scored a first-half brace to lead Norway to a 3-1 victory over Iraq in their World Cup qualifier. Despite Iraq's spirited performance, Norway's star striker proved decisive, with an own goal sealing the win.
Martin Ødegaard has acknowledged Arsenal must win trophies to shed their 'nearly-men' reputation, insisting the club are primed to make history this season. The captain spoke on the eve of Wednesday's Champions League semi-final first leg at Atlético Madrid, referencing last season's Champions League exit against PSG and three consecutive Premier League runners-up finishes. Arsenal top the league and chase a first title since 2004. Manager Mikel Arteta promised his squad would adapt to any context amid weather warnings and pitch concerns at the Metropolitano Stadium.
