EPL: Fernandes hat-trick fires Man United to 5-2 comeback win over Ipswich
Bruno Fernandes's hat-trick inspired a Man United fightback from a goal down to thrash Ipswich 5-2 and get their Premier League season up and running on Sunday.
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WAFCON 2026: Cameroon lead selection with four players in best XI
The best players of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) have been recognised with the unveiling of the tournament’s Best XI.
46-yr-old Ronaldinho comes out of retirement, signs for Ravenna
Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho is set to make a sensational return to professional football at the age of 46 after agreeing to join Italian Serie C side Ravenna FC.
Full list: Chelsea unveil 2026/27 squad numbers as Joao Pedro takes No. 9
Chelsea have confirmed their squad numbers for the 2026/27 season, with several players handed new shirt numbers ahead of the new campaign.
Arsenal can become world’s best club – Arteta
Mikel Arteta has warned Arsenal’s rivals that he plans to build the Premier League champions into the “best club in the world”.
Mourinho begins second Real Madrid reign with Barca in his sights
Jose Mourinho’s second spell at Real Madrid begins in Barcelona this weekend in La Liga, although at Espanyol rather than up against his and Los Blancos’ bitter rivals.
Messi scores first goal since father’s death in Miami draw
Lionel Messi scored his first goal since his father’s death but Inter Miami had to settle for a 2-2 Major League Soccer draw on Wednesday against the Philadelphia Union.
Atletico open La Liga campaign with win over Malaga
Kang-In Lee and Alex Baena’s superb strikes helped Atletico Madrid kick off their La Liga campaign with a 2-0 win over Malaga on Wednesday, without forward Julian Alvarez.
Golden Shoe winner Kane hopes for Ballon d’Or after ‘best season ever’
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has set his sights on the Ballon d’Or after receiving his second European Golden Shoe in Munich on Wednesday.
Arsenal agree to sign Aston Villa defender Konsa
Gunners boss Mikel Arteta has been chasing a centre-back since the end of last season and appears set to land Konsa after returning with an improved offer.
Senior FIFA official withdraws support from embattled Infantino
One of FIFA’s vice presidents has withdrawn his support from the world football body’s embattled president Gianni Infantino, saying the “unexpected dismissal” of critic Kevin Lamour was the “final straw”.
Bayern’s Hoeness ‘speechless’ after second Musiala collapse
The 23-year-old Germany international revealed he is suffering from a “neurological disorder” which can lead to “temporary but treatable seizures”.
Reijnders leaves Man City for Saudi’s Al Qadsiah – Source
Reports said Al Qadsiah paid around 61 million euros ($71 million) for the 28-year-old, who represented the Netherlands at the 2026 World Cup in North America.
Tennis star Kyrgios suspended after failing cocaine test, admits ‘huge mistake’
The 31-year-old, who reached the final at Wimbledon in 2022, failed a doping test during an ATP event in Mallorca on June 22.
Paul Pogba’s contract to be terminated – Monaco
Former Manchester United and Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba will be released by Monaco after a series of injuries, the French club said on Wednesday.
Five Premier League stars to watch as new season begins
The new Premier League season kicks off on Friday, setting the stage for a galaxy of stars to shine in the 2026-27 campaign.
