Vinicius Junior and Real Madrid agree on contract extension to 2032
Brazil star Vinícius Júnior has agreed to a contract extension with Real Madrid to remain at the Spanish powerhouse through June 2032, the club announced Thursday.
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Uruguay legend Forlan to manage national team on interim basis
Diego Forlan is at the helm of Uruguay. The former Manchester United and Atletico striker will manage the national side on an interim basis until a full-time boss can be named either later this year or in early 2027.
Norwich, Canada winger Ahmed (ACL) set for surgery
Norwich City will begin their season without Ali Ahmed. The team confirmed on Wednesday the Canada winger ruptured his ACL last weekend in a friendly against Osasuna and is set for surgery.
Report: Lozano set to end rocky San Diego tenure with loan to Galaxy
Chucky Lozano’s move from San Diego FC is finally at hand. The LA Galaxy is finalizing a deal to sign the 31-year-old Mexico winger on loan, The Athletic’s Tom Bogert and Paul Tenorio report.
UEFA maintains boycott threat of FIFA competitions after Infantino's crisis meeting
European soccer’s governing body has retained its threat to boycott FIFA competitions despite FIFA apologizing for its failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup.
Cote d’Ivoire winger Diomande joins Real from Leipzig in club-record signing
Real Madrid’s busy summer continued on Thursday with the official arrival of Yan Diomande. The 19-year-old Cote d’Ivoire winger joins the club from RB Leipzig in a deal worth a reported £115.8 million.
Wild routs Mont-Royal Outremont in quarters of W Canadian Championship
Mya Jones scored twice as Calgary Wild FC routed CS Mont-Royal Outremont 4-0 on Wednesday in the quarterfinals of the W Canadian Championship.
Spain confident it will host 2030 World Cup final because it ‘deserves’ it
The Spanish government remained confident the final of the 2030 World Cup will be in Spain. Speaking after a report that FIFA allegedly awarded the final to co-host Morocco, sports minister Milagros Tolón said Spain “deserved” to host the title game.
Messi scores first two goals since World Cup as Inter Miami beats San Luis
Lionel Messi scored his first two goals since the World Cup and took the career scoring lead in the Leagues Cup as Inter Miami overcame an early deficit to beat Atlético San Luis 4-2 on a rainy Wednesday night.
NWSL will start season earlier in 2027 because of Women’s World Cup
The National Women’s Soccer League will kick off its season earlier than ever before next year to work around the Women’s World Cup in Brazil.
Prime Minister Carney says he has no confidence in FIFA president Infantino
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Wednesday he no longer has confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino, adding to growing pressure on the soccer leader after his abandoned plan to sell stakes in the World Cup sparked a global backlash.
Newcastle confirms hiring of Jaissle as coach to replace Howe
Newcastle confirmed the hiring of 38-year-old Matthias Jaissle as coach Wednesday to replace Eddie Howe, who stepped down after nearly five years in charge.
Bayer Leverkusen signs Spanish left back Gutiérrez from Napoli as replacement for Grimaldo
Bayer Leverkusen has signed Spanish left back Miguel Gutiérrez from Napoli.
Celtic manager O’Neill undergoes ‘small procedure’ and remains hospitalized
Celtic manager Martin O’Neill has undergone a “small procedure” in the hospital, the Scottish champions said Wednesday.
Portugal icon Figo calls for Infantino’s resignation in scathing editorial
Luis Figo joined the chorus calling for Gianni Infantino’s resignation on Wednesday in a scathing editorial in The Daily Mail.
FIFA apologizes for errors but “reaffirms full support” for Infantino at emergency meeting
The association of European soccer leagues called for governance reform of FIFA on Wednesday, adding to the mounting pressure on president Gianni Infantino following his failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup.
Liverpool icon Salah arrives in Istanbul ahead of Trabzonspor move
Mohamed Salah was greeted by cheering Trabzonspor fans in Istanbul on Wednesday as he closed in on a move to the Turkish club.
Whitecaps fall to Atlante FC in Leagues Cup opener
The Vancouver Whitecaps opened their Leagues Cup campaign with a 1-0 loss to Atlante FC on Tuesday. Jhojan Julio scored in the 40th minute to seal his side’s victory in the tournament between Major League Soccer and LIGA MX teams.
Cabo Verde goalkeeper Vozinha ready for new challenge at Colo-Colo in Chile after World Cup success
Following a breakout World Cup with Cape Verde that won over fans worldwide, the 40-year-old goalkeeper has secured his high-profile move. On Tuesday, he was officially unveiled by Colo-Colo, Chile’s most successful club.
Report: Liverpool legend Salah to join Trabzonspor
Mo Salah’s career will continue in Turkiye. Ben Jacobs reports the Liverpool icon is set to join Trabzonspor on a two-year deal.
Torres to throw out first pitch at Yankee Stadium before Yankees-Cardinals
Weeks ago Torres became the second-ever substitute to score the winner in a men's World Cup final, after Germany's Mario Götze in 2014.
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