Celtic have turned down an approach from West Ham for Arne Engels, with manager Martin O’Neill saying the offer for the 22-year-old Belgium midfielder fell well short of the club’s valuation. O’Neill also confirmed Everton’s interest in 27-year-old Canada right-back Alistair Johnston, noting he received a call last week from David Moyes signalling that contact...

Real Madrid’s announcement is a major setback for Enzo Fernandez and his camp. Those who have followed remarks from the Argentina international and his entourage know he has been open to leaving Stamford Bridge this summer, with the Spanish capital believed to be his favored destination. Madrid’s public step back from Fernandez mirrors private indications...

Halftime interviews have emerged as a new element of World Cup broadcasts, with participation encouraged but not compulsory. Access varies by team—some make the manager or substitutes available—and the tone of these exchanges differs from nation to nation. Reflecting on the first half against Croatia, Barry described it as messy and uncertain, with early nerves...

The FA says a clash between England Under-16 players during a camp in Turkey stemmed from an internal issue that was swiftly dealt with. A video from late 2025 shows two players fighting in a hotel room while others record and encourage them. According to the FA, the matter has been resolved and no further...

Motherwell have transferred midfielder Elliot Watt to Turkish Super Lig side Samsunspor for an undisclosed fee, after what he described as a year that transformed both his career and his life. The 26-year-old Scot has signed a four-year deal with Samsunspor, who finished seventh in Turkey’s 18-team top flight last season. Preston-born Watt arrived at...

Sharp, fearless and full of self-belief, Lamine Yamal glided past defenders and ignited Spain’s attack, making the breakthrough feel inevitable. When it came, it was his moment. A driven ball skipped across the face of goal and Yamal arrived at the back post, sliding in to net his first World Cup strike. The Atlanta crowd...

When Clarke was appointed in May 2019, Scotland’s priority was clear: end the men’s long absence from a major finals since 1998. He delivered that goal more than once. Now his successor’s brief is to build on three qualifications by finally reaching the knockout stages. That will be no small feat. Clarke united the squad...

Finally, to get results against stronger opponents, teams need to offer a genuine threat in possession. South Africa fired 14 shots to South Korea’s seven despite having just 31% possession. They did this by advancing the ball upfield in a controlled way from the back rather than simply launching long kicks from the goalkeeper. Underdogs...

As a youngster, Manzambi played in goal, modeling himself on Germany’s Manuel Neuer. Now he’s a creative midfielder who relishes driving forward. His scoring burst against Bosnia-Herzegovina suggests he could be far more than a late-impact “super-sub” at this World Cup. He broke into Freiburg’s starting XI last season, helping the German side reach the...

World Cup analysts have had plenty to relish thanks to standout displays from the tournament’s biggest stars, with Haaland and Kane front and center. After the win over Brazil, former England goalkeeper Joe Hart hailed Haaland as a force of nature, saying he’s removed any sense of pressure, looks calm, is getting the job done...