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Spain Extends Luis de la Fuente's Contract to 2032 Following World Cup Triumph
Luis de la Fuente has signed a four-year extension with the RFEF to remain Spain's head coach through the 2032 European Championships.
Mbappé Acknowledges Referee Mistakes in Real Madrid Derby Loss
Real Madrid suffered a 2-1 defeat to Atlético Madrid at the Metropolitano, a result that leaves them six points behind LaLiga leaders Barcelona.
Matheus Cunha Secures Point for Manchester United in 1-1 Draw at Fulham
Matheus Cunha scored the equalizing goal to secure a 1-1 draw for Manchester United against Fulham at Craven Cottage.
Hollywood Owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac Acquire Historic Turf Pub
Wrexham AFC owners have purchased The Turf pub, the 1864 founding site of the oldest football club in Wales, from Admiral Taverns.
Damion Downs Replaces Injured Ricardo Pepi in USMNT Squad
St. Louis City striker Damion Downs has been called up to the USMNT after Ricardo Pepi sustained an injury eight minutes into PSV's match against FC Twente.
Christian Pulisic Scores as AC Milan Shuts Out Lecce 3-0 at San Siro
Christian Pulisic opened the scoring in the 14th minute of AC Milan's 3-0 win against Lecce, marking his first club goal of the calendar year.
Mourinho Criticizes Refereeing After Real Madrid Falls 2-1 to Atlético Madrid
Real Madrid dropped to fourth in LaLiga following a 2-1 derby loss to Atlético Madrid where Dean Huijsen was sent off.
Haaland Completes Scoring Set Against All Faced Premier League Clubs in City Win
Erling Haaland scored his 117th Premier League goal in the 81st minute to help Manchester City secure a 5-3 win against Sunderland.
Real Madrid Win U20 Intercontinental Cup as Santiago Wanderers Receive Three Red Cards
Real Madrid lifted the U20 Intercontinental Cup for the first time following a victory over Santiago Wanderers in front of a record 52,117 fans.
Roberto De Zerbi Criticizes Tottenham Leaders Following 3-2 Loss to Aston Villa
Aston Villa defeated Tottenham 3-2 on Saturday, leaving Spurs with just two points and a minus-6 goal difference after five matches.
Brighton Ends Arsenal's Unbeaten Hopes With 3-0 Victory
Brighton & Hove Albion celebrated their 125th anniversary by defeating Arsenal 3-0, with Chema Andrés scoring a 55th-minute header.
Wrexham Secures 2-1 Victory Over Southampton Through Late Own Goal
Wrexham earned their first home Championship win of the season as an 89th-minute Keven Schlotterbeck own goal sealed a 2-1 result against Southampton.
José Mourinho Dismisses Barcelona Comparisons Before Sunday's Madrid Derby
Real Madrid manager José Mourinho described the LaLiga season as a marathon as his side prepares to face Atlético Madrid at the Metropolitano.
Aston Villa Claim 3-1 Victory at Tottenham as Spurs Scoring Drought Ends
Aston Villa earned a 3-1 win at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium behind goals from Johan Manzambi, Nicolas Jackson, and Emi Buendia.
Simeone and Mourinho Prepare for First Madrid Derby Clash in Over a Decade
Diego Simeone and José Mourinho will face off in Sunday's Madrid Derby, their first meeting since Atlético eliminated Mourinho's Chelsea in the 2014 Champions League semifinals.
Matt Miazga Expected to Join NYCFC After FC Cincinnati Exit
Former MLS Defender of the Year Matt Miazga is set to join New York City FC after being waived by FC Cincinnati.
Valencia in Advanced Talks to Appoint Javier Aguirre as Head Coach
Valencia is expected to make a formal offer to Javier Aguirre in the coming days as the club looks to exit the LaLiga relegation zone.
Zidane Names First France Squad; Debuts for Five Players as Benzema and Kanté Excluded
Zinedine Zidane named his first 23-man France squad on Friday, handing debut call-ups to Esteban Lepaul and Jérémy Jacquet while ruling out returns for Karim Benzema and N'Golo Kanté.
Folarin Balogun Returns to Action in Monaco Victory Following Failed Everton Move
Folarin Balogun made his first appearance of the season as a 76th-minute substitute in Monaco's 2-1 win against Lens on Friday.
Brentford Shuts Out Chelsea 3-0 Behind Three Second-Half Goals
Brentford defeated Chelsea 3-0 on Friday evening following second-half strikes by Jaidon Anthony, Igor Thiago, and Fábio Carvalho.
Noahkai Banks Pledges International Future to Germany Over United States
FC Augsburg defender Noahkai Banks has committed to Germany after previously representing the U.S. at the 2023 U17 World Cup.
Oxford United Issues Apology for 'United 93' Apparel Launch
Oxford United has removed a U.S.-style clothing line featuring 'United 93' branding after the launch coincided with the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks.
Kylian Mbappé Ends Nike Partnership to Sign With Sportswear Brand On
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé has signed with Swiss brand On, ending a long-term partnership with Nike where he wore Mercurial boots.
Trent Alexander-Arnold and Cole Palmer Recalled to England Squad for Nations League
Thomas Tuchel has named 10 players who missed the World Cup, including Trent Alexander-Arnold and Cole Palmer, in his latest 27-man England roster.