Manchester City, Chelsea, and Tottenham have made significant summer signings, while Liverpool focuses on player retention under new management. Chelsea faces financial scrutiny after reporting a substantial loss amidst heavy spending, as clubs prepare for pre-season tours and cup qualifiers.
New Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola is determined to retain Alexis Mac Allister and Alisson for his first season, despite transfer links. Speaking from the US pre-season tour, Iraola also addressed several key player injuries, including Hugo Ekitiké and Conor Bradley, and the team's defensive depth.
The article offers a retrospective on a fictional "Geopolitics World Cup," highlighting memorable moments and player performances, alongside a heartfelt obituary for legendary English footballer and manager Kevin Keegan, who passed away at 75.
New Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola begins his tenure with players returning July 14 for pre-season. Focus is on an aggressive style, with revamped staff. Challenges include integrating new signings and managing Champions League alongside Premier League.
Erling Haaland's success with Norway at the Fifa World Cup may prevent him from participating in Manchester City's pre-season trip to Hong Kong next month, potentially disappointing fans.
Alejandro Balde faces a critical pre-season at Barcelona after a diminished role in the final stretch of the season. Despite a conversation with coach Hansi Flick, Balde is determined to succeed at the club and is not considering a move.
Madrid's Circuito de Madrid Jarama-RACE will host the official pre-season tests for Formula E's new GEN4 car from November 16-20, 2026. This marks the public track debut of the fastest and most advanced electric single-seater ever built, capable of speeds over 335 km/h and 0-200 km/h in 4.4 seconds.
Arsenal lost the Champions League final to PSG on penalties after a season of immense effort, including a Premier League title win. Key players like Declan Rice and Gabriel Magalhães faced challenges, while manager Mikel Arteta ponders future tactical and medical improvements.
Régis Le Bris transformed Sunderland from a club he joined alone to a European contender by strategically building relationships and attracting talent. Key moves included securing Enzo Le Fée on loan, followed by Florent Ghisolfi as football director, and then Granit Xhaka, who helped recruit further players like Nordi Mukiele. This investment and strategic leadership led to promotion and a seventh-place finish, with the club now poised for European football.
Arsenal secured their first Premier League title in 22 years, while Liverpool endured a disastrous campaign despite a massive summer spend. Pep Guardiola departs Manchester City after a decade of success.
Arsenal won their first Premier League title in 22 years, while Tottenham narrowly avoided relegation. The season saw surprises like Liverpool's struggles despite heavy spending and Sunderland's European qualification.
Teenager Kimi Antonelli aims for a fourth straight win at the Canadian Grand Prix, leading teammate George Russell by 20 points. Russell, seeking to re-establish his authority, expects a strong challenge from Antonelli.
Mikel Arteta watched Arsenal's title win confirmation from his garden, barbecuing while Manchester City's match unfolded. He expressed relief and pride in the team's perseverance after years of near misses.
Rugby league player Jai Arrow has retired from the NRL after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND). The 30-year-old Souths player, who represented Queensland, will step away from the sport to focus on his health and treatment.
Edgar Davids believes Juventus’s long-haul summer pre-season represents a “double-edged sword”, with the Italian club gaining exposure in valuable markets but players taking the strain before a frantic nine-month campaign. Currently clinging to Serie A’s fourth and final Champions League spot for next season, Juventus are poised to face Chelsea at Kai Tak Stadium on August 5 as part of the Hong Kong Football Festival. They will then transfer to Australia for games in Perth against Inter Milan on...
Manchester United's youth players could get rare pre-season opportunities against Wrexham on July 18 and Rosenborg on July 24, as the World Cup year means senior internationals will be unavailable due to the three-week minimum break rule. Several first-team players including Luke Shaw, Mason Mount and Leny Yoro won't be picked, potentially opening doors for academy graduates like Shea Lacey, JJ Gabriel and the Fletcher twins.
Arsenal have surrendered their Premier League lead to Manchester City after a damaging defeat at the Etihad Stadium. Manager Mikel Arteta, who has used various unconventional methods including lighting fires and hiring pickpockets to inspire his team, has failed to win a major trophy since the FA Cup in his first season in 2019. The Gunners have been top for 539 nights under Arteta, surpassing Kevin Keegan's record, but face finishing as runners-up for the fourth successive season with five matches remaining.
Manchester United are waiting until the end of the season to decide whether to appoint Michael Carrick permanently as manager, despite his excellent interim record of 26 points from 36 in the Premier League - the best in the division over that period. Carrick has lifted United from seventh to third place since replacing Ruben Amorim in January. Director of football Jason Wilcox is leading the decision, with Carrick interested in the role and being consulted on summer transfer targets including Real Madrid's Aurelian Tchouameni (£70m), Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson, Brighton's Carlos Baleba, and Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton.
