Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has hit back strongly at Dutch media criticism, rejecting claims that he influenced the Netherlands’ tactical approach during their disappointing 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign. The experienced defender faced a series of pointed questions during a tens...
Cristiano Ronaldo is entering a new chapter of his extraordinary career without Lionel Messi, his greatest contemporary rival, as the Portuguese superstar continues to represent his country under new head coach Jorge Jesus. For almost two decades, the Ronaldo-Messi rivalry defined an era o...
Thomas Tuchel has delivered a clear message to Cole Palmer and Trent Alexander-Arnold after recalling both players to the England squad for the UEFA Nations League. The England head coach has welcomed the pair back into the national-team setup but stressed that their places are not guarant...
Argentina should be preparing for the next chapter of the post-World Cup era. Instead, the national team is facing a period of uncertainty away from the pitch, with Lionel Scaloni’s future, reported unpaid bonuses, Lionel Messi’s retirement and growing scrutiny around the Argentine Footbal...
Lionel Messi’s international retirement has opened a new chapter for Argentina — and it could also determine the future of head coach Lionel Scaloni. For more than a decade, Argentina’s national team was built around Messi’s extraordinary influence. The 39-year-old became the heart of the ...