Football

Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso faces a shock early-season crisis as dressing-room tensions, poor form and Vinicius Jr’s revolt spark fears he could be sacked if he fails against Man City this week.

Kylian Mbappe is on fire in the 2025/26 Champions League, scoring almost two goals per game for Real Madrid and challenging Cristiano Ronaldo’s legendary records.

Jamie Carragher calls Mohamed Salah “a disgrace” after his outburst at Liverpool boss Arne Slot, leading to Salah’s Champions League exclusion amid transfer rumors.

Morocco enter AFCON 2025 as red-hot favourites after a world-record 18 straight wins. With Hakimi recovering well and a powerful core ready, the hosts aim to end a 49-year wait for their second continental title.

France coach Didier Deschamps hails an epic Mbappe–Haaland showdown as France draw Norway and Senegal in a tough 2026 World Cup group, calling for humility and focus ahead of his final tournament.

Donald Trump overshadowed the 2026 World Cup draw after receiving FIFA’s new peace prize, even as Argentina, Spain and England learned their group-stage fate for the expanded 48-team tournament.

Donald Trump sparked a global meme fest after receiving FIFA’s first-ever Peace Prize at the 2026 World Cup draw, with critics questioning the award’s credibility and social media erupting in jokes.

The 2026 World Cup draw in Washington blends football, politics, and spectacle as Trump, Messi, Brady, Gretzky, and Klum help unveil the path for the first-ever 48-team tournament.

From Brazil’s Copa America triumph to England’s Euro heroics, Arab Cup shocks, and Wrexham’s fairytale promotion — 2025 was unforgettable.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw in Washington kicks off the first 48-team tournament, with Trump, Messi, and global stars taking centre stage amid political drama and historic expansion.