Kick Off: Zidane, Mancini named France, Italy head coaches respectively

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Top Headlines

OFFICIAL: Zidane becomes the new head coach of French National Team

The French Football Federation announced at a press conference that Zidane will succeed  Deschamps and take charge of the French national team. 

OFFICIAL: Roberto Mancini will return to be the coach of the Italian national team

The presentation press conference will be held tomorrow at 18:20. Having already led the Azzurri from 2018 to 2023, the head coach will return to take charge of Italy after winning the 2021 European Championship.

Match Reports

Chelsea 6-4 Western Sydney Wanderers: Alonso's great opening as Joao Pedro scores a 8-min hat-trick

Game is over and the final score is Chelsea 6-4 Western Sydney Wanderers. Here is the match report.

Real Madrid 4-1 Leganes: Valverde, García & Mastantuono on target in friendly win

Federico Valverde got on the scoresheet for Real Madrid as they defeated Leganes 4-1 in a pre-season friendly.

These Things Happen

Here We Go! Romano: 35-year-old Welbeck will join Chelsea

According to Romano, 35-year-old forward Welbeck will join Chelsea.

OFFICIAL: Josko Gvardiol has signed a new five-year contract with Man City

Josko Gvardiol has signed a new five-year contract, a deal which will extend his stay at Manchester City through to the summer of 2031.

Here we go! Romano: Italy have appointed Claudio Ranieri as new technical director

According to Fabrizio Romano, Italy have appointed Claudio Ranieri as new technical director.

L'Equipe: Barca's two bids for Kroupi rejected by Bournemouth

According to L'Équipe, Barcelona's pursuit of Alvarez has encountered obstacles, prompting them to turn to AFC Bournemouth striker Eli Junior Kroupi, with both offers rejected.

L'Equipe: Real Madrid haven't reached an agreement on Diomande yet; PSG attempt late hijack

On July 28th, according to L'Équipe, Real Madrid are negotiating with RB Leipzig to finalize the transfer of Yan Diomande, while PSG are trying to make a last-minute interception.

Sky: Vinicius Junior to stay at the Santiago Bernabeu beyond this summer despite Arsenal interest

Vinicius Junior will be staying at Real Madrid beyond this summer, Sky Sports News has been told.

Zidane reveals he turned down every job offer he received in last 5 years to become France coach

New France head coach Zinedine Zidane has revealed he turned down multiple job opportunities during the last five years - because he only wanted to take charge of Les Bleus.

Vinicius holds 16 sponsorship deals, becoming one of the most commercially valuable stars

According to the Daily Mail, Vinicius's vast commercial empire is delivering substantial returns for Real Madrid, making the Brazilian winger one of the most commercially valuable players in world football.

Rodri sidelined for 'short period' after minor back surgery

Manchester City have confirmed Rodri has undergone successful minor back surgery.

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha displays photos from 2026 World Cup

Cape Verdean goalkeeper Vozinha showed off his 2026 FIFA World Cup album, saying it was the best month of his life.

Report: Liverpool prepare €150M bid for PSG's Barcola

According to the latest report from a British media outlet focused on Liverpool news, Liverpool is preparing to bid 110 million euros plus 40 million euros in add-ons for Barcola.

Carragher hopes Liverpool sign Neto, calling him a top talent when fit

Former Liverpool player Carragher once hoped the team would sign Pedro Neto, and rumors of Neto’s transfer to Liverpool have now resurfaced.

Thierry Henry slammed Jose Mourinho for treatment of Vinicius Jr as Arsenal move arises

Vinicius Jr's surprise links to Arsenal this summer will be of major interest to Gunners icon Thierry Henry. And the Frenchman may be eager to see "the best left winger in the world" arrive at the Emirates Stadium for more reasons than one.

Schira: Muani rejects Bundesliga and Saudi League offers

On July 28th, transfer expert Schira reported that Muani has rejected two offers from the Bundesliga and the Saudi League.

Man Utd eye TWO strikers with Joshua Zirkzee closing in on transfer exit

Manchester United have already been busy in the transfer market this summer ahead of Michael Carrick’s first full season and a striker could potentially be on the agenda for the Red Devils

What They Say

Neymar: I think my time with Brazil is over; you won't see me at the 2030 World Cup

Neymar says his career with the Brazil national team may already be over.

'Promise kept' – Cucurella gets De la Fuente tattoo after Spain's World Cup win

Marc Cucurella has kept his promise to get a tattoo of Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente's face following La Roja's World Cup win.

Mourinho is 'exactly what Real Madrid need right now', insists Nacho

Nacho Fernandez believes Jose Mourinho's return as head coach is "exactly what Real Madrid need right now".

'London will always be my home' – Cucurella bids Chelsea farewell after Real Madrid move

Marc Cucurella bade an emotional farewell to Chelsea over a month after leaving to join Real Madrid, saying "London will always be my home".

Gravenberch: I want to be a Liverpool leader under Iraola

Ryan Gravenberch wants to emerge as more of a leader within Liverpool's dressing room in 2026-27, as they look to right the wrongs of a difficult 2025-26 campaign.

Fixtures of the Day

Club Friendlies

Tottenham Hotspur vs Sydney 2026/07/29 09:45 UTC

Cerezo Osaka VS Borussia Dortmund 2026/07/29 10:00 UTC

Bristol City VS Newcastle United 2026/07/29 18:30 UTC

Atletico Madrid VS Getafe 2026/07/29 19:30 UTC

Liverpool VS Wrexham 2026/07/29 23:30 UTC