football

Teen sensations Yamal and Mastantuono need space to develop: Trezeguet

"Yamal is a pure, unique talent, a player who has proven to be different from the rest. He grew up in Barcelona's academy, where the 'Lionel Messi' identity is very present, so these kids copy that format," Trezeguet, a World Cup winner with France in 1998, told reporters.
15 May 2025, 04:02 AM

Brazil legends believe Ancelotti can spark glory

"If we changed four coaches in less than three years, something isn't working (...) In my opinion, Ancelotti was brought in to get results, so we have to help him," said Dunga, a World Cup winner with Brazil in 1994 and former coach of the national team.
15 May 2025, 03:38 AM

‘Very proud of you’: Ronaldo hails son’s Portugal debut

The 14-year-old forward, who plays for Al Nassr’s academy, came on as a substitute in the 54th minute with Portugal already leading 3-0, thanks to a hat-trick from Braga’s Rafael Cabral. Ronaldo Jr wore the iconic No. 7 shirt, the same number his father famously wore during his glittering career.
14 May 2025, 03:38 AM

Brazil legend Marta returns for Japan friendlies

Widely considered the greatest female footballer of all time, the number 10 last wore the Brazil jersey in the Olympic final, losing 1-0 to the United States on August 10 in Paris.
14 May 2025, 03:16 AM

Departing Ancelotti has 'no problem' with Real

"Football, like life, is an adventure that begins and ends," added the 65-year-old, who also lifted the European Cup twice as AC Milan coach.
13 May 2025, 12:07 PM

Can Ancelotti conquer his final mountain?

Brazil wants to reclaim its crown. Ancelotti wants one final masterpiece. The timing may be perfect.
13 May 2025, 03:28 AM

Atalanta start the party after securing Champions League place

Atalanta will compete in Europe's elite club competition for the fifth time since 2019.
13 May 2025, 02:25 AM

Hamza's Sheffield United ease into Championship playoff final

United will face the winner of the second semi-final in the May 24 English second-tier playoff decider at Wembley with Sunderland leading Coventry City 2-1 ahead of the second leg of their tie at the Stadium of Light on Tuesday.
13 May 2025, 02:10 AM

Raphinha-Yamal: Barcelona’s duo of destruction

Together, they have not only lifted Barça back to domestic supremacy but turned every encounter against Real Madrid into a stage for their individual magic.
12 May 2025, 15:36 PM

'Embarrassed' Amorim raises doubts about Man Utd future after West Ham loss

Three days after United reached the Europa League final, they were brought back down to earth by another lowly side in the Hammers, with the London club recording their first top-flight win at Old Trafford since 2007.
12 May 2025, 03:07 AM

Barcelona win sixth straight Liga F title

Record 10-time champions Barcelona top the league table with 81 points from 29 matches for an unassailable six-point lead over rivals Real Madrid with just one game remaining in the season.
11 May 2025, 15:12 PM

“3-0 for Barca”: Enrique makes bold El Clasico prediction

Paris Saint Germain head coach Luis Enrique made a bold prediction about tonight’s El Clasico in La Liga between Barcelona and Real Madrid, saying the Catalan Giants will easily defeat their arch nemesis.
11 May 2025, 09:39 AM

Madrid’s last roll of the dice in high-stakes Clasico

Madrid were left licking their wounds after a Champions League quarter-final thrashing by Arsenal, and coach Ancelotti is poised to depart at the end of the season, but it could yet be with a major trophy in his hands.
11 May 2025, 03:17 AM

'One of those days': Atletico record-breaker Sorloth hits four

Sorloth completed a hat-trick in the opening 11 minutes, the earliest in La Liga history, beating trebles netted by the 15th minute in 1929 and 1941 by Europa's Carles Bestit and Valencia's Mundo, respectively.
11 May 2025, 02:55 AM

Messi suffers worst MLS defeat as Miami’s slump continues

The Argentine scored in the second half but Miami's defence was once again exposed as they fell to a fourth defeat in their last five games in all competitions -- a run which has seen them concede 14 goals.
11 May 2025, 02:48 AM

Alonso has 'every door open': Ancelotti

Ancelotti is expected to leave Madrid at the end of the current campaign with Spanish media reporting former Los Blancos midfielder Alonso will take over next season.
10 May 2025, 15:34 PM

Flick wants 'dominant' Barca in vital Liga Clasico

Barca lead the Spanish top flight by four points ahead of rivals and defending champions Real Madrid with four matches remaining.
10 May 2025, 14:07 PM

Draw with Fortis extends MSC's title wait

Leaders Mohammedan SC came from behind to secure a 1-1 draw against Fortis FC at the Bashundhara Kings arena yesterday, a result that has potentially extended their wait of winning this season's Bangladesh Premier League (BPL).
9 May 2025, 18:30 PM

Lewandowski fit but to start on bench against Inter Milan: Flick

The 36-year-old Polish striker, who has netted 40 goals for Barcelona in all competitions this season, had been sidelined for his club's last four games.
6 May 2025, 02:49 AM

Mbappe double helps Real keep pressure on leaders Barca

Arda Guler broke the deadlock for Real shortly after the half-hour mark as the Turkish 20-year-old took a short corner for a one-two with Lucas Vazquez before dispatching an excellent left-footed shot from a tight angle through a gap between defenders.
4 May 2025, 14:11 PM