FIFA made history on Sunday by staging the first-ever halftime show during a FIFA World Cup final, transforming the 2026 tournament decider between Argentina and Spain into a global entertainment spectacle at MetLife Stadium. The approximately 12-minute performance, curated by Coldplay frontman Chris Martin in partnership with Global Citizen, took place during an extended 27-minute…
Barcelona are reportedly prepared to consider selling defender Jules Kounde during the summer transfer window if they receive an offer of around £51 million. The France international has attracted interest from Bayern Munich and Chelsea in recent weeks, but no formal bid has yet been submitted. According to reports, Barcelona are not actively seeking to…
The 2026 FIFA World Cup reaches its climax this weekend as Spain and Argentina prepare to face off in Sunday’s final, with a record $50 million winner’s prize on offer alongside football’s biggest trophy. The final follows five weeks of action across the United States, Canada and Mexico, with France and England meeting in Saturday’s…
U.S. President Donald Trump has joined the growing list of critics of England’s tactics following the team’s World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina. Speaking at a reception in New York alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino on Friday, Trump questioned England manager Thomas Tuchel’s decision to adopt a more defensive approach after taking the lead in…
Chelsea are reportedly considering a move for Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix, with the Premier League club expected to pay £55 million if they want to secure the French centre-back this summer. According to reports, Crystal Palace have placed a £55 million valuation on Lacroix, who is said to be keen on leaving Selhurst Park…
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho is reportedly seeking further reinforcements despite the club’s busy summer transfer activity, with the Portuguese coach keen to strengthen both central defence and midfield ahead of the new season. Club president Florentino Perez is said to have handed Mourinho significant influence over transfer decisions following his appointment, backing the veteran…
By Ayomide Otitoju Spain and Argentina will face off in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, as tournament organisers continue to monitor air quality concerns caused by wildfire smoke drifting from Canada. Defending champions Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, are aiming to become the first…
England and France will meet in the 2026 FIFA World Cup third-place playoff on Saturday, with both teams admitting they would rather be preparing for the final than competing for bronze. England manager Thomas Tuchel acknowledged the disappointment of missing out on the World Cup final after his side’s semi-final exit. “None of our players…
By Ayomide Otitoju Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has confirmed that Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal is fit for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, easing concerns over the teenager’s fitness after the team’s semi-final victory over France. Yamal, who received a heavy challenge during the semi-final, had been the subject of speculation ahead…
