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Alejandro Hernández Hernández is the favorite to referee Sunday's Clásico at Spotify Camp Nou. The canary islander's appointment would mark a milestone as he is also set to represent Spanish refereeing at the upcoming World Cup. What does this mean for the title race and officiating legacy?
FIFA President Gianni Infantino questions why the United States is satisfied with being ranked 20th in the world's most popular sport, while defending the expanded 48-team 2026 World Cup as a catalyst for global investment and competition beyond Europe.
Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta speaks candidly about his injury that scuppered a move to AC Milan, his return to full fitness, and his burning ambition to represent France at the 2026 World Cup.
Barcelona's interest in Alessandro Bastoni is cooling, but Hansi Flick wants a left-footed center-back. Meanwhile, Andreas Christensen is injured with contract
Barcelona's interest in Alessandro Bastoni is cooling as the club evaluates other options for a left-footed center-back amid Christensen's injury and contract
Paul Pogba opens up about the emotional toll of his doping ban, the isolation he feels, and his uncertain path back to football after his suspension was reduced to 18 months.
Matarazzo admits his Real Sociedad side lacked the same desire as Sevilla, who secured a vital win at the Pizjuán. The result deepens Sevilla's survival hopes and raises questions about Real's mentality with little at stake.
Manchester City star Phil Foden is close to signing a new contract until 2030, ending speculation of a summer exit. The 25-year-old's current deal was set to expire in 2027.
Jesse Derry's dream debut for Chelsea turned into a nightmare as the 18-year-old winger suffered a brutal head collision, was immobilized for minutes, and received oxygen on the pitch before being taken off.
Uli Hoeness reveals Bayern Munich and Konrad Laimer are far from a contract extension due to salary demands. The honorary president wants Laimer to stay but stresses the player must understand his place in the squad hierarchy.
Deportivo have secured a key part of their midfield future, extending Noé Carrillo's contract until June 2029 with an option for another year following his decisive goal against Leganés.
Ex-Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu disclosed that the club made a formal bid to sign Kylian Mbappé from Monaco in 2017, defending his board's transfer efforts amid criticism.
A World Cup venue owner freezes ticket prices, bucking the trend of rising costs to aid struggling fans. The move pressures other hosts to reconsider.
In a move that goes against the current trend of escalating costs, the owner of a World Cup venue has announced they will not be increasing ticket prices for fans attending the tournament.
In a press conference ahead of the World Cup, Haiti's leading striker Nazon shared his thoughts on the tournament, the challenging Scottish weather, and his personal experience of fleeing Iran. The interview provided a rare glimpse into the player's journey and mindset.
Haiti's star striker Duckens Nazon says he is prepared to face Scotland, discussing the World Cup, the Scottish weather, and his harrowing escape from Iran.
Haiti's Duckens Nazon (44 goals in 80 caps) aims to shoot down Scotland's World Cup hopes on June 14, recalling his path from Iran to St Mirren.
Brazilian forward Hulk has been released from his contract six months early by Atletico Mineiro and signed with Fluminense, debuting after the World Cup.
Chelsea's Estevão suffers muscle injury against Man Utd, ending his season. Now rehabbing at Palmeiras, he fights to be fit for the World Cup. Analysis of the setback and recovery timeline.
Nearly 80% of US hoteliers report lower-than-expected bookings for the 2026 World Cup, raising concerns about economic impact and fan travel plans ahead of the tournament.