Kick Off: Argentine FA backs Messi for WC Golden Ball, Garnacho joins Aston Villa on loan

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Top Headlines

Argentine FA: Messi not winning World Cup Golden Ball is truly a major controversy

On July 22, local time, the Argentine Football Association officially published an article responding to Messi not receiving the FIFA World Cup Best Player award.

Here we go! Romano: Chelsea winger Garnacho joins Villa on loan

Here we go! According to renowned journalist Romano, Chelsea winger Garnacho will join Villa on loan.

Match Reports

Inter Miami CF 3-2 Chicago Fire: Suarez brace, Lewan debut, Rios' huge mistake leads to own goal

Lewandowski makes his MLS debut but failed to score. Suarez outstanding 'brace' performance lead the home team to win. 

Tottenham 1-0 MK Dons: Spurs' winning start to pre-season assessed as Fernandes hits screamer

Tottenham made a winning start to pre-season with a 1-0 victory over newly-promoted League One side MK Dons at Hotspur Way.

Napoli 1-3 Arezzo: Allegri's Napoli suffer opening friendly defeat, beaten 3-1 by Arezzo

Arezzo took the lead through Cerri and Gilli, before Politano pulled one back. However, Eklu sealed the victory late on.

These Things Happen

OFFICIAL: FIFA announced the DREAM XI based on fans' vote with Bellingham, Messi and Mbappe in

FIFA's dream XI has finished and here's the final result from fans.

OFFICIAL: Casemiro joins Inter Miami on deal through 2027 season

Inter Miami officially announced that the team has signed Brazilian international midfielder Casemiro. The five-time Champions League winning midfielder joins the team as a free agent, with a contract lasting until the end of the 2027 MLS Sprint season, and an option to extend until June 2029.

OFFICIAL: Arsenal confirm Saliba will miss 'extended period' with back problem

Arsenal have confirmed William Saliba will be out for an extended period with a back injury.

Here we go! Romano: Ibrahima Ba to Sporting from Famalicão for €20m fee plus 20% sell-on clause

According to Fabrizio Romano, Ibrahima Ba is joining Sporting CP.

CA River Plate (ARG) signs Correa to a three-year deal for $17 million

On July 22nd, journalist César Luis Merlo reported that CA River Plate (Arg) signed Correa for a total of 17 million US dollars on a three-year contract.

Cubarsi becomes Transfermarkt's third €100 million center-Back after Van Dijk and Saliba

Transfermarkt Germany has updated the latest market values of players participating in the 2026 World Cup. The 19-year-old Spanish center-back Cubarsi's market value increased by 20 million euros, reaching 100 million euros, making him the third center-back in Transfermarkt history to break this threshold.

Suarez reaches 100 games for Inter Miami with 50 goals and 30 assists

On July 22nd, in a regular MLS season match, Inter Miami defeated Chicago Fire 3-2 at home. In this match, Suarez reached his 100th appearance milestone for Inter Miami and scored twice.

Suarez scores 50th for Inter Miami, second all-time behind Messi

On July 22nd, Inter Miami faced the Chicago Fire in a Major League Soccer regular-season match.

Fernandes scores 'favourite goal of his career' on Tottenham debut

Mateus Fernandes scored what he described as the best goal of his career just three minutes into his Tottenham debut, as they beat MK Dons 1-0 in a friendly on Wednesday.

Mbappe remains a Ballon d'Or favorite despite no titles, L'Equipe recalls Ronaldo & Figo precedents

Although he didn't win any team trophies this season, Kylian Mbappe is still a strong contender for the 70th Ballon d'Or. Has this ever happened before?

Argentina assistant Ayala apologises for striking Olmo after World Cup final

Argentina's assistant coach Roberto Ayala has apologised for his role in the chaotic scenes that followed the World Cup final but insists he did not throw a punch at Dani Olmo.

Aston Villa reaches 30 million euro agreement with Parma for Zion Suzuki

On July 22nd, according to reporter Danilo Servadei, Villa has reached an agreement with Parma to sign Ayana Suzuki for 30 million euros.

Man Utd save £830k weekly as Casemiro, Sancho and 3 others depart

So far, Carrick has approved the departures of five players: Casemiro, Højlund, Sancho, Malacia, and Onana. With Tielemans, Darlow, and Andrey Santos officially joining Old Trafford, the Man United manager is still considering letting go of more first-team veterans.

Man Utd may have to change plans for two players after Marcus Rashford return

Marcus Rashford's return to the Manchester United first-team squad could have significant implications for both Patrick Dorgu and Matheus Cunha. It has been a deeply frustrating summer for the Reds Devils' homegrown talent.

Newcastle frustrated by Arsenal's pursuit of Guimaraes and will demand £80m for captain

Newcastle are frustrated with Arsenal's pursuit of Bruno Guimaraes and will only consider selling him for upwards of £80m, according to Sky Sports News' North East reporter Keith Downie.

How the Premier League transfer market has exploded: Are £100m-plus fees for players the new normal?

The average cost of a top-end signing in the Premier League has exploded. The £100m-plus player is no longer an outlier, but becoming increasingly commonplace.

Maghnes Akliouche transfer news: Liverpool make initial approach for Monaco winger amid PSG interest

Liverpool have made an initial approach to Monaco for winger Maghnes Akliouche. 

What They Say

Yamal: Messi told me to go my own way

Lionel Messi told Lamine Yamal to forge his own path in the aftermath of Spain's World Cup triumph over Argentina.

Maguire: Norway were unlucky to lose to England at the World Cup, the team have a bright future

Recently, ahead of his upcoming match with Man United against Rosenborg, Man United center-back Maguire highly praised the Norway national team's World Cup journey in an exclusive interview with Norway's Dagbladet, stating that their performance in this summer's tournament was unforgettable.

Rogers: Alonso a 'massive factor' behind transfer to Chelsea

Morgan Rogers revealed that Xabi Alonso was a "massive factor" behind his record-breaking move to Chelsea from Aston Villa.

Agbonlahor: Rashford's time at MU is over; I think he will definitely leave

Agbonlahor said he was very surprised that almost no clubs made an offer for Rashford this summer, but he and Manchester United have reached the end of their relationship and he will definitely leave.

Italy president says financial 'exceptions' would be made to land Guardiola

Italy have held discussions with Pep Guardiola over the possibility of becoming their new national team manager, and the Italian Football Federation would be willing to make financial exceptions to make it work.

Fixtures of the Day

Club Friendlies

Barcelona vs CE Europa 2026/07/23 18:00 UTC