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OFFICIAL: Spain squad for Nations League: Isco returns, Joan Garcia omitted

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has announced his squad for the upcoming Nations League Final Four fixtures in Germany next week. The headline for La Roja is a return for Real Betis playmaker Isco, who is back after a six-year absence at the age of 33.

OFFICIAL: Ten Hag appointed as Leverkusen head coach; contract runs until 2027

At 26 May, Bayer Leverkusen officially announced that Erik ten Hag has been appointed as the team’s head coach. The two parties have signed a contract running until June 2027.

OFFICIAL: Brazil release new squad under Ancelotti: Antony included, Neymar out

Brazilian National Team coach Carlo Ancelotti announced this Monday (26) the list of players called up for the games against Ecuador and Paraguay, for the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers.

OFFICIAL: Netherlands squad for the start of WCQ: VVD, De Jong, Frimpong in

Netherlands national team release their full squad for World Cup Qualifiers

Match Report

Al Fateh 3-2 Al Nassr: Ronaldo's side miss out on ACL Elite qualification despite his score

Al-Nassr missed out on qualification for the AFC Champions League Elite, as Al Fateh twice came from behind before stunning Cristiano Ronaldo and company with a 96th-minute winner in the Saudi Pro League.

These Things Happen

Car rams into fans at Liverpool’s celebrations: 13 injured, male driver detained

What was meant to be a day of celebration in Liverpool nearly turned into tragedy. On Monday, a bank holiday in the UK, Arne Slot’s players boarded an open-topped bus to take the recently-won Premier League trophy on a tour on the city.

BREAKING: A car runs over crowd of fans during Liverpool trophy parade

A car ran over multiple people during the Liverpool parade, causing panic and emergency response. Medical teams rushed to the scene to assist the injured while authorities investigate the shocking incident that disrupted the celebration.

Cristiano Ronaldo handed an unexpected lifeline

Cristiano Ronaldo and his Al Nassr team have been handed an unexpected last minute boost and now the Riyadh team can still qualify for the Asian Champions League next season.

Chelsea linked with shock move for Barcelona forward

Barcelona forward Ansu Fati did not get a chance to feature in either of their final two La Liga games, despite nothing being on them for the Blaugrana, and those fixtures potentially being his final occasions in a Barcelona kit. Fati has been strongly linked with a move to Ligue 1, but now a Premier League giant has emerged as a contender.

Man Utd flops fly to Malaysia for post-season tour just HOURS after Villa win

MANCHESTER UNITED players flew out for their post-season tour of the Far East just HOURS after their Premier League campaign ended.

Cunha lands dream Man Utd shirt number after 'agreeing' long-term contract

Manchester United are closing in on the signing of Wolves star Matheus Cunha in a £62.5million transfer deal after the Brazilian agreed a five-year contract with the Red Devils

Liverpool make statement over parade horror which saw car 'collide' with fans

Liverpool released a statement offering their 'thoughts and prayers' to those affected after a car collided with a crowd of fans at their trophy parade.

Gyokeres finally addresses Arsenal links as transfer saga hits crucial stage

Viktor Gyokeres scored crucial goal to help Sporting Lisbon finish their campaign with another trophy - and he then spoke about the possibility of a £60million transfer to Arsenal

Arsenal pushing hardest for signature of Atletico Madrid star

Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez has established himself as the star man in their forward line this season, after Los Rojiblancos forked out €75m to sign him from Manchester City, in a deal that could rise to €90m. Less than a year into his time at Atletico though, there are already clubs looking to pry him away.

New Real manager Xabi Alonso confirms positional change for Jude Bellingham

New Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso was presented on Monday, promising that his side would try to bring excitement, joy and a sense of pride for Madridistas. Beyond that he gave little away about how his team would be playing, and who would be playing where.

Gyokeres incident tell Arsenal dressing room a lot after teammate's cocky remark

As Arsenal continue to be linked with a move for Viktor Gyokeres, a dressing-room tale about the Sporting Lisbon and Sweden striker has bobbed to the surface

Xabi Alonso's promise to Real fans will have them on the edge of their seat

Xabi Alonso, like many - if not most - legendary Real Madrid midfielders, normally makes the right decision. The Basque sat down in front of the press for the first time as head coach of Europe’s most successful club and chose his words very carefully.

Sofascore's top 10 players: Salah leads the way, MU star is a SHOCK inclusion

Hours after Virgil van Dijk hoisted aloft the Premier League trophy and supporters at Anfield exorcised demons lurking for near-four decades, Mohamed Salah sat alone.

Amorim's negativity is adding to the 'drama', he must learn to keep mouth shut

Ruben Amorim's frankness about Manchester United's poor performances risks hurting the club and he 'must learn to keep his mouth shut' next season, Mail Football Editor Ian Ladyman said on the season finale of the 'It's All Kicking Off!' podcast.

What They Say

Xabi Alonso's first words as Real manager: "Without Ancelotti, I wouldn't be here"

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has made his first statements since taking over at the Santiago Bernabeu, after the open secret of his arrival was confirmed on Sunday. The Basque coach has signed a three-year deal with Los Blancos, taking over from Carlo Anceotti.

Antony breaks down as he reveals he could go 'DAYS without eating' in MU

Antony broke down in tears and revealed during his darkest moments at Manchester United he could go days without eating.

Crouch: Garnacho’s comments undermined Manager’s Authority & he MUST be removed

According to TBR Football, after the Europa League final between Manchester United and Tottenham, Alejandro Garnacho publicly expressed his frustration and questioned why the head coach kept him on the bench.