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Aston Villa's Europa League win could see England claim six Champions League spots—but only if they finish fifth in the Premier League.
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Aston Villa's Europa League win could see England claim six Champions League spots—but only if they finish fifth in the Premier League.
FC Atert Bissen, promoted this season, won their first Luxembourg title on the final day and earned a Champions League preliminary round berth.
Alain Prost, 4-time F1 champion, injured his head when masked intruders robbed his Swiss home, forcing his son to open a safe. Cross-border probe launched.
Rhian Wilkinson signs two-year extension to stay as Wales women's coach until 2029, targeting World Cup 2027 after historic Euro 2025 qualification.
Neymar, 34, earns shock Brazil recall for 2026 World Cup, seeking redemption after three tournaments marred by injury and penalty despair.
New Union Berlin coach Mauro Lustrinelli unveils his demanding style, emphasizing leadership and inspiration after replacing Marie-Louise Eta.
Mauro Lustrinelli, the 'mastermaker', is set to sign as Union Berlin's new head coach in the coming hours, bringing a winning pedigree to the Bundesliga club.
RTVE's La 1 will air 17 World Cup 2026 group stage matches, including all Spain games, in a historic coverage effort with a 60% production increase and nearly
Granit Xhaka named Switzerland World Cup captain; Zeki Amdouni included in squad despite less than an hour played this season after knee injury.
BSC Young Boys will not exercise the purchase option for Chris Bedia; striker returns to Union Berlin after loan, as Swiss side opts not to trigger clause.
The 10th Juniores Cup brings 180 Under-18 talents to Basilicata for the first time, showcasing youth development and a mental health initiative.
Arsenal have agreed a free transfer for England star Georgia Stanway from Bayern Munich, subject to medical. She joins July 1 as Gunners target WSL title.
Union Berlin targets Thun's coach Mauro Lustrinelli after survival. The Swiss manager led Thun to a historic title and could head to Germany.
After Bundesliga survival, Union Berlin are in advanced talks with FC Thun's title-winning coach Mauro Lustrinelli to become their new head coach.
One day after extending Stefan Bell's deal, Mainz 05 have also secured captain Silvan Widmer's future, with a contract keeping him beyond the current season.
Already crowned champions, FC Thoune endured a nightmare 8-3 loss to Young Boys, with two red cards and a seven-goal second-half collapse.
Katie McCabe leaves Arsenal after 11 years as Beth Mead, Laia Codina, Victoria Pelova also exit; Gunners pursue Ona Batlle, Georgia Stanway in rebuild.
Eintracht Frankfurt women are third in the Bundesliga and chasing Champions League return, driven by Babett Peter's vision and Amanda Ilestedt's signing.
Senegal's Diomaye Faye claimed CHAN title at summit, but CAF gave Morocco forfeit win. CAS appeal ongoing; dispute reveals governance issues.
With the 2026 World Cup one month away, ESPN predicts starting lineups for eight top contenders, including USA, Mexico, and Canada as co-hosts.