Netherlands can go toe-to-toe with any team, says Ronald Koeman

The Dutch, who have finished runners-up three times at the tournament, play Japan in their opening Group F game before facing Sweden and Tunisia.
19 May 2026, 14:40 PM

Federation Cup final postponed by a day after venue dispute

The Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) has postponed the final of the Federation Cup between Bashundhara Kings and Mohammedan Sporting Club by a day following discussions surrounding the venue for the title-deciding clash.
19 May 2026, 13:22 PM

Will Arsenal’s 22-year wait end tonight?

If City fail to beat Bournemouth tonight (May 19), Arsenal would be crowned champions before they kick another ball.
19 May 2026, 10:09 AM

World Cup glory lures superstar coaches into international battle

After decades of coming up short against European opposition in the latter stages of the World Cup, Brazil have turned to one of European football’s greatest ever coaches to end the 24-year wait for a sixth star upon the famous yellow jersey.
19 May 2026, 09:48 AM

Neymar’s long road back: Injury, Santos redemption and Ancelotti’s final call

It will be Neymar’s fourth World Cup appearance, though few expected the journey back to end this way.
19 May 2026, 08:42 AM

Pep Guardiola to leave Man City at end of the season: reports

Pep Guardiola is set to bring his trophy-laden decade in charge of Manchester City to an end this weekend, according to multiple reports on Monday.
19 May 2026, 04:08 AM

Neymar included in Brazil World Cup squad

Brazil superstar Neymar was handed a dramatic recall to the country's World Cup squad on Monday, returning to the national team after a near three-year absence.
19 May 2026, 03:15 AM

Arsenal on the brink of Premier League title after nervy Burnley win

Arsenal are on the brink of ending a 22-year wait to win the Premier League after beating Burnley 1-0 on Monday to open up a five-point lead at the top.
19 May 2026, 03:10 AM

PSG's Dembele has treatment for leg issue before Champions League final

Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembele needs treatment for a right calf issue, the French club said Monday, ahead of the Champions League final against Arsenal later this month.
19 May 2026, 00:01 AM

How the Disgrace of Gijon changed the World Cup group stage for good

Football history remembers certain matches for breathtaking goals, dramatic comebacks, or unforgettable spectacle. Yet there are also games that survive in memory for an entirely different reason — as stains upon the sport itself.
18 May 2026, 23:51 PM

BFF moves to second choice after Coleman deal collapses over agent fee

Bangladesh Football Federation president Tabith Awal revealed on Monday that negotiations with former Wales coach Chris Coleman collapsed over a disagreement regarding agent fees, forcing the federation to move towards its second-choice candidate for the national team’s head coach role.
18 May 2026, 21:44 PM

After escaping Iran war, Haiti’s record scorer Nazon awaits World Cup dream

Haiti's record goalscorer Duckens Nazon was already strapped into his seat, the aircraft on the tarmac at Tehran airport ready to take off, when his phone lit up with a message from a friend playing in Israel.
18 May 2026, 20:13 PM

Croatia names Modric-led World Cup squad

Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic announced Monday a preliminary 26-man squad for the upcoming World Cup, to be led by veteran Luka Modric, the key architect of the country's historic success in recent years.
18 May 2026, 20:06 PM

Iran World Cup squad lands in south Turkey for training

Iran's football team arrived in Turkey on Monday for a training camp and to complete visa applications ahead of the 2026 World Cup, AFP correspondents said.
18 May 2026, 20:01 PM

Carvajal to leave Real Madrid at end of season

Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal will leave the club at the end of the season, Los Blancos said Monday.
18 May 2026, 18:04 PM

Fernandes 'proud' to match Premier League 20-assist record

The Portuguese midfielder is just the third player to provide 20 assists in a Premier League season, joining Arsenal great Henry (2002/03) and Manchester City star De Bruyne (2019/20) in an elite bracket.
18 May 2026, 15:57 PM

Neymar dismisses 'nonsense' criticism, says fit for World Cup

"Physically, I feel great. I've been improving with every game," Neymar told reporters after Santos' 3-0 defeat by Coritiba on Sunday.
18 May 2026, 11:00 AM

Who could be the 2026 World Cup's breakout star?

The son of former Argentine international Pablo Paz has opted to play for the world champions despite being born and raised in Spain.
18 May 2026, 09:20 AM

Azmoun omitted as Iran name preliminary World Cup squad amid political tensions

Ghalenoei did not explain the reason for omitting Azmoun, who has scored 57 goals in 91 internationals, but Iran's state news agency IRNA reported that the former Bayer Leverkusen and AS Roma striker was left out due to injury.
18 May 2026, 09:02 AM

Messi inspires Inter Miami to secure first win at new stadium

Until now, the 27,000-capacity arena had witnessed three frustrating draws and a humiliating Miami collapse from 3-0 up to lose 4-3 to Orlando City.
18 May 2026, 08:52 AM