South Korea's football federation announces four host cities (Suwon, Seoul, Ulsan, Yongin) for September-October men's friendlies against Ecuador, Uruguay, Venezuela, and Uzbekistan, with a caretaker manager overseeing the matches amid the search for an interim head coach.
Fifa's Chief Operating Officer Kevin Lamour was fired after opposing Gianni Infantino's plan to sell part of the World Cup to private investors, calling it 'the project of one person' and stating the administration was 'deceived'. Despite his reservations leading to the plan's shelving, Lamour was sacked on August 17, 2026, sparking criticism from Lise Klavness, head of the Norwegian Football Association, who termed it 'management by fear'.
Fifa chief operating officer Kevin Lamour has been dismissed after publicly criticising president Gianni Infantino's plan to sell World Cup rights to private investors. Lamour, who previously worked with Infantino at Uefa, stated he was prepared to lose his job.
European football playoffs feature high-profile matches including Fenerbahce vs Lyon, Celtic vs LASK, and Trabzonspor vs Ferencvaros. Teams navigate squad changes, injuries, and tactical challenges in pursuit of continental qualification.
Manchester City suffered a 3-0 defeat to Arsenal in the Community Shield, marking a difficult start for new manager Enzo Maresca. The match exposed significant defensive lapses, midfield instability, and concerns over squad depth following Pep Guardiola's departure.
Fifa chief operating officer Kevin Lamour has left his role after two years following his opposition to president Gianni Infantino’s proposal to sell stakes in major football competitions to private investors.
Kevin Lamour, directeur des opérations de la FIFA, a été licencié après avoir critiqué le président Gianni Infantino. Opposé au projet d'ouverture de la FIFA aux investisseurs privés, Lamour, connu pour ses principes, quitte l'instance après un bras de fer interne.
A new three-part Netflix series directed by Joe Pearlman explores the complex personality, career, and worldview of football manager José Mourinho, highlighting his relentless drive, ego, and the personal costs of his obsession with winning.
South Korea's Pro Footballers Association is urging the K League to transition to a Fall-Spring schedule to protect players from record-breaking summer heat and climate change.
Former AFLW player Kate McCarthy has criticized media and football figures for focusing on finals prospects rather than the seriousness of a police investigation involving Sydney Swans players Isaac Heeney, Chad Warner, James Jordon, and Riley Bice.
Fifa chief operating officer Kevin Lamour has been sacked, less than three weeks after criticising president Gianni Infantino's aborted plans to sell competition stakes to private investors.
La selección femenil mexicana de flag football fue recibida en el AICM tras obtener el boleto a los Juegos Olímpicos Los Ángeles 2028 y el tercer lugar en el Mundial de Alemania.
Wolverhampton Wanderers legend Mike Bailey has died at age 84 following a long battle with dementia. Bailey captained Wolves through a historic period, making 436 appearances and lifting the League Cup in 1974.
Fenway Sports Group sold a minority stake in Liverpool Football Club to a consortium including Jeff Bezos for over $7 billion, highlighting rising sports valuations despite widespread Premier League pre-tax losses.
Fifa's Chief Operating Officer Kevin Lamour has been sacked after criticising President Gianni Infantino's aborted plan to sell competition stakes to private investors, highlighting internal divisions and questioning Infantino's leadership.
Cristiano Ronaldo stated in a Vogue interview that this year is likely his final season as a professional footballer, as the 41-year-old prepares for retirement and life after the sport.
UK seasonal summer job hiring has rebounded in 2026 due to warm weather and major events, according to Recruitment and Employment Confederation figures, reversing concerns from the previous year.
The Sydney Swans confirmed players were involved in an alleged incident in Melbourne, as Victoria Police investigate a reported sexual assault at an East Melbourne hotel.
The Scottish FA has appointed Belgian Sébastien Pocognoli as manager, succeeding Steve Clarke following a group-stage World Cup exit. Pocognoli is the country's first non-Scottish manager since 2004.
Cristiano Ronaldo stated in an interview with Vogue that the 2026-27 season could be the final year of his career, citing his contract expiration at Al Nassr and plans for life after football.
The UK economy expanded by 0.4% between April and June, driven by good weather and sporting events, but economists warn the outlook for the rest of the year remains weak amid potential energy price volatility.
South Korea faces a potential Premier League-free season for the first time since 2005 amid national team struggles and fading player presence, while Japan's football influence in England rapidly expands.
The Scottish Football Association is expected to name Belgian coach Sébastien Pocognoli as Steve Clarke's successor early next week, making him Scotland's first foreign manager since 2004.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is returning to the Vila Euclides stadium in São Bernardo do Campo to launch his seventh and final presidential campaign, nearly 50 years after leading the historic metalworker strikes that helped pave the way to democracy.
