Valverde Bids Farewell: What His Athletic Exit Means
Valverde's final San Mamés presser confirmed his coaching break, ending a decade at Athletic Club. Emotional reflections on legacy, Lekue, Yuri, and a season
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Valverde's final San Mamés presser confirmed his coaching break, ending a decade at Athletic Club. Emotional reflections on legacy, Lekue, Yuri, and a season
Antoine Griezmann marked his 500th Atlético Madrid appearance and final home match with his 100th assist, setting up the winner against Girona before a move to
Yuri's suspension for Real Madrid clash forces Athletic into left-back reshuffle, with Lekue's farewell start looming amid contract talks.
Elversberg earned its first promotion to the Bundesliga with a 3-0 win over Münster, while Schalke 04 also returned and Paderborn reached the playoff.
Xabi Alonso has agreed a four-year deal to manage Chelsea from July, after Liam Rosenior's sacking. The ex-Leverkusen boss takes charge with enhanced authority.
Chelsea name Xabi Alonso manager on 4-year deal from July after FA Cup final loss to Man City. The ex-Liverpool star led Leverkusen to Bundesliga title.
Jose Mourinho is pushing for Real Madrid to make Man City midfielder Rodri his first signing. The Spain international has been identified as a priority target.
Xabi Alonso agrees four-year deal to become Chelsea manager, ending search for Liam Rosenior's replacement. Former Leverkusen boss set for Stamford Bridge move.
Carles Martinez Novell confirms Toulouse exit but insists La Liga is not his only path; the outgoing coach would happily remain in Ligue 1.
Xabi Alonso has signed a four-year contract to become Chelsea's eighth head coach since 2022, taking over next season after his January sacking by Real Madrid.
Xabi Alonso will be named Chelsea head coach within 24 hours, sources tell ESPN, after the former midfielder agreed to terms at Stamford Bridge.
Barcelona host Betis on May 17, 2026, with the LaLiga trophy already secured. Tickets from €195 as both teams celebrate successful campaigns at Camp Nou.
Juventus and Atletico near €25m Nico Gonzalez deal, bypassing €32m clause, giving Juve crucial summer funds. Based on reporting from Tuttosport.
Deschamps' final France squad for 2026 World Cup contains no surprises: Eduardo Camavinga omitted, Robin Risser and Maxence Lacroix included.
Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, 18, has committed to Morocco over France, prioritizing his parents' homeland. The decision reshapes national team midfields.
Katie McCabe leaves Arsenal after 11 years as Beth Mead, Laia Codina, Victoria Pelova also exit; Gunners pursue Ona Batlle, Georgia Stanway in rebuild.
Lille's Ayyoub Bouaddi, 18, chose Morocco over France for his senior career, targeting the 2026 and 2030 World Cups. The FRMF confirmed the decision Thursday.
Jude Bellingham's late goal off the bench seals a 2-0 Real Madrid win over Real Oviedo in a pre-season friendly, as protests against Florentino Pérez intensify.
France U17 women's team advanced to the Euro U17 final after edging Norway 3-1 on penalties following a 1-1 draw, setting up a clash with Germany or Spain.
Carlo Ancelotti signs contract extension with Brazil until 2030, securing his position ahead of the 2026 World Cup and signaling a long-term project to restore