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FIFA is facing fresh legal pressure after European Leagues expanded its complaint to the European Commission over what it described as the governing body’s “abusive conduct” towards women’s football. The organisation, which represents 53 professional divisions and more than 1,300 clubs across Europe, has raised concerns over FIFA’s women’s international match calendar and related regulatory decisions. European Leagues said FIFA’s approach could threaten the growth and financial sustainability of women’s […]

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique and Spain boss Luis de la Fuente are among the five nominees for the 2026 Ballon d’Or Men’s Coach of the Year award. The nominees were announced on Tuesday in recognition of outstanding coaching performances during the 2025/26 season. The full shortlist is: Mikel Arteta — Arsenal Luis Enrique — Paris Saint-Germain Luis de la Fuente — Spain Unai Emery — […]

Nigeria’s football administration is facing renewed criticism following the failure of the Super Falcons to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. The Falcons’ 1-0 quarter-final defeat to Cameroon at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations ended Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the tournament and marked a major setback for the 10-time African champions. The Super Eagles had also failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup […]

The nominees for the 2026 Ballon d’Or awards have been announced, recognising outstanding performances in football during the 2025/26 season. The nominees were announced on Tuesday across several categories, including Men’s and Women’s Ballon d’Or, young players, goalkeepers, strikers, coaches and clubs. Men’s Club of the Year Arsenal Paris Saint-Germain Bayern Munich Bodø/Glimt Flamengo Women’s Club of the Year Barcelona Bayern Munich Club América Manchester City OL Lyonnes More nominees […]

LeBron James will make his Philadelphia 76ers debut against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on October 20, opening night of the 2026/27 NBA season. The four-time NBA champion will also return to Los Angeles on Christmas Day when the 76ers face his former team, the Los Angeles Lakers. James, who joined Philadelphia in July, will play his first home game for the Sixers against the Cleveland Cavaliers […]

Kimi Antonelli produced a sensational comeback to win the 2026 Italian Grand Prix at Monza after starting the race from 19th on the grid. The Mercedes driver fought his way through the field before catching teammate George Russell in the closing stages. Antonelli eventually made the decisive move with three laps remaining to take the lead and secure victory. Russell finished second, while Max Verstappen claimed third place for Red […]

UEFA will honour victims of the devastating floods in Nepal before all UEFA Champions League matches scheduled for this week. The European football governing body said a moment of silence would be observed before the matches, while a banner carrying the message “You are not alone Nepal” will also be displayed. UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin said the European football community would stand in solidarity with the victims and their families. […]

Aston Villa, Tottenham Hotspur and newly promoted Coventry City will enter Matchday Four of the 2026/27 Premier League season still searching for their first league goals. The three teams have endured difficult starts, although their circumstances differ. Aston Villa have collected just one point from three matches after losing to Brighton and Arsenal before a goalless draw at Hull City. Tottenham are also without a goal after three games under […]

Arsenal defender Ezri Konsa has praised the club’s fans and his teammates after making an impressive Emirates Stadium debut in Sunday’s 2-1 comeback victory over Chelsea. The summer signing from Aston Villa won eight of 12 duels as he partnered Gabriel at the centre of Arsenal’s defence. Konsa also made a crucial tackle on former Aston Villa teammate and close friend Morgan Rogers as Chelsea attempted to launch a counter-attack. […]