Why Falcao is Out: Colombia Coach's Verdict on World Cup
Colombia's Nestor Lorenzo explains Falcao's World Cup absence due to performance levels, while France's Didier Deschamps weighs in on balancing attack and
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Colombia's Nestor Lorenzo explains Falcao's World Cup absence due to performance levels, while France's Didier Deschamps weighs in on balancing attack and
Didier Deschamps confirms he will step down as France coach after the World Cup, open to a club or national team role: 'I forbid myself nothing.'
Didier Deschamps explained that Lucas Chevalier's injury prevented him from earning a spot, while Jean-Philippe Mateta called his call-up a childhood dream.
Deschamps explains Tolisso's France snub: five undisputed midfielders in a two-pivot setup meant no room for him despite an excellent season.
Deschamps omitted Camavinga from the France squad due to poor club form and injuries, acknowledging the midfielder's right to be frustrated.
Robin Risser's first France call-up is a dream come true. He expressed pride and now aims to finish his club season before joining Les Bleus for the World Cup.
Grégory Lorenzi, leaving Brest after a decade for a new role at Marseille, was made honorary citizen ahead of Brest-Strasbourg. The mayor praised his
Injured Chelsea forward Estêvão was left off Brazil's preliminary 55-man World Cup squad, while Neymar made the cut. Implications for Brazil's attack.
Dick Advocaat is set to return as Curaçao head coach just one month before their first World Cup, replacing Fred Rutten after players demanded his comeback.
Renato Marin's convincing display in PSG's 1-0 win over Brest has him in line to become Matveï Safonov's backup, with Luis Enrique praising his readiness.
Lyon defender Moussa Niakhaté called the defeat to Toulouse the worst possible operation, highlighting the team's dire situation in Ligue 1.
Marie-Louise Eta became the first female head coach to win a Bundesliga match, guiding Union Berlin to a 3-1 victory over Mainz on Sunday.
Mason Greenwood starts on right as OM visit Le Havre; Aubameyang axed after extinguisher incident, Marseille aim to end 3-match winless run.
Lionel Messi became the fastest player to reach 100 goal involvements in MLS history, doing so in just 73 matches with a goal and two assists in Inter Miami's
Grégory Lorenzi leaves Stade Brestois after 10 years, having guided them to Ligue 1 and Champions League. His Marseille move follows transfer market triumphs.
Bolsonaro's legal team has filed a criminal review request with Brazil's Supreme Court, seeking to annul his 27-year, 3-month sentence and have the case
El Reus FC Reddis aims for a decisive home advantage in the first leg of their promotion playoff to Primera Federación, with the entire Baix Camp region
Nantes coach Vahid Halilhodzic expressed profound sadness and devastation following the club's relegation to Ligue 2, stating 'We are all sad' in an emotional
A patient with advanced cancer died one day after an emotional reunion with their dog in the ICU at Unicamp's Hospital de Clínicas, a moment described as
Voting is open until May 28 to elect the queen of the 21st Pedro Leopoldo Rodeio Show 2026, a major sertanejo festival featuring top artists like Gusttavo Lima