Ex-Barca coach Ronald Koeman announces death of wife
Real Madrid defend Mbappe, Vinicius after Ceuta shirt controversy
Messi set for Argentina farewell, included in squad to face Benin
Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi graduates from PFA Business School
Infantino under fresh pressure as Greek FA, Bierhoff back UEFA
James Rodriguez retires from Colombian national team
Why VAR allowed Haaland’s goal against Man United – Howard Webb
Spain coach set to sign new deal after World Cup victory – Reports
Messi gets new coach as ‘Kily’ Gonzalez takes charge at Inter Miami
Eto’o could face Cameroon probe over alleged Russia payment
Sterling pleads guilty to dangerous driving after Lamborghini crash
Man Utd teenage prodigy JJ Gabriel asks to leave club – Reports
Barca’s Flick says supporting ‘self-confident’ Yamal Ballon d’Or bid
As Ballon d’Or vote nears, stars campaign for the award
‘Why?’ — Richarlison reacts with crying emoji after Spurs snub
Neymar, Coutinho reunite at Santos for first time at club level
Full List: Stadiums that will host UEFA finals from 2027 to 2029

Subscribe to our newsletter
Sign up for our newsletter, and be the first to get the latest news on Vanguard.
Subscribe
Kenya to host 2029 World Athletics Championships as Africa’s first
Nairobi will host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, beating off competition from London, Munich and Rome to become the first African hosts, World Athletics announced Tuesday.
Leeds demolish Newcastle to go third in the Premier League
Leeds demolished Newcastle 4-1 to climb up to third in the Premier League table on Monday and inflict a punishing first defeat for Magpies boss Matthias Jaissle.
Saudi football body vows action against Jota chants, Ronaldo urges life ban
“The league must take action and punish this kind of fan behaviour,” Saudi-based Portugal captain Ronaldo wrote on Instagram on Sunday.
U-20 Women’s World Cup: Round of 16 fixtures [Full list]
Nigeria’s Falconets will take on England in the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup after the knockout fixtures were finalised on Sunday.
Liverpool will have to accept ‘ups and downs’, says Iraola
Andoni Iraola admitted there would be “ups and downs” for Liverpool as he searches for consistency early in his Anfield reign following a stuttering start to the season.
I deserve Ballon d’Or this year — Barca’s Yamal
“I honestly think that, as the best in the world, maybe there are two of us, and this year I would deserve it because of what I’ve won,” he added.
South Korea coach Moreno denies using ChatGPT to prepare games
Moreno also addressed allegations that he used artificial intelligence during his time in charge of Russian club Sochi.
Zverev holds off Shelton to win US Open title
Alexander Zverev held off Ben Shelton to win the US Open on Sunday, capturing the second Grand Slam of his career just months after winning the French Open.
U20WWC: Falconets thrash New Caledonia 10-1 to reach Round of 16
Nigeria’s Falconets produced a record-breaking performance at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, hammering New Caledonia 10-1 to secure their place in the Round of 16.
Referee body admits ‘error’ for Haaland goal in Manchester derby
Professional Game Referees (Pro Ref) admitted Sunday that the decision to allow Erling Haaland’s winner in Manchester City’s 1-0 victory over Manchester United was an “error of judgment”.

Subscribe to our E-EDITIONS
Subscribe to our digital e-editions here, and enjoy access to the exact replica of Vanguard Newspapers publications.
Subscribe