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Jobe Bellingham signs with Borussia Dortmund on five-year contract

Jobe could make his debut as early as this month in the expanded FIFA Club World Cup in the United States as Dortmund prepare to face Fluminense, Sundowns and Ulsan HD

Manchester City signs two more coaches as Guardiola's backroom staff

Pepijn Lijnders, who was the long-time No. 2 to Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool, will take over as City's assistant manager

U.S host cities brace for uncertainty ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup

The World Cup will be played at 16 stadiums in the U.S., Mexico and Canada from June 11 to July 19 next year, a tournament expanded to 48 nations and 104 games

Pep Guardiola receives honorary degree from University of Manchester

Guardiola was presented with an honorary doctorate by the university's chancellor on Monday at a ceremony to honour his success with City

Spalletti bows out in style as Italy win last World Cup qualifier

Spalletti was informed ahead of the game in Reggio Emilia that he would be losing his job as Italy coach in the wake of the team's 3-0 loss in Norway last week

Coach Manolo optimistic on eve of India's AFC Asian Cup qualifier tie

The recent defeat against Thailand notwithstanding, India head coach Manolo Mrquez on Monday exuded confidence on the eve of their vital 2027 Asian Cup qualifier match against Hong Kong here.

Robert Lewandowski to no longer play for Poland with coach Michal Probierz

Probierz subsequently named Inter Milan midfielder Piotr Zielinski as the new captain.

Chelsea FC sign French defender Mamadou Sarr from sister club Strasbourg

Chelsea signed a top young player from its sister club by bringing in French teenage defender Mamadou Sarr from Strasbourg on Monday.

Portugal vs Spain Nations League final HIGHLIGHTS: Portugal beat Spain 5-3 on penalties in Munich

Alvaro Morata misses his penalty as Portugal beat Spain 5-3 on penalties in the Nations League final.

UEFA Nations League: Full list of winners and runner-ups over the years

Introduced in the 2018-19 season, the Nations League was designed by UEFA to replace many of the traditional international friendlies, aiming to create more competitive and meaningful fixtures.

Portugal vs Spain UEFA Nations League final live time and streaming

Roberto Martínez is expected to stick largely with the same lineup that secured victory over Germany earlier in the week, though Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Vitinha is likely to start tonight.

Nations League: Mbappe steers France to 2-0 win over Germany to finish 3rd

Kylian Mbappe led France to Nations League consolation before Spain and Portugal play the final on Sunday.

Italy fires Spalletti amid prospects of not qualifying for 3rd straight WC

The fear that four-time champion Italy will fail to qualify for a third straight World Cup has cost coach Luciano Spalletti his job.

Will Nations League triumph confirm the Ballon d'Or for Lamine Yamal?

With Lamine Yamal set to take part in the UEFA Nations League final against Portugal tonight, it will be interesting to see how he performs and whether Spain's win will guide him to the award or not.

Ronaldo vs Yamal: Generations collide in UEFA Nations League final

Speaking respectfully about his young counterpart, Ronaldo added: "He's performing brilliantly for both club and country. I hope the pressure is eased on him so fans can enjoy watching him grow.'

Arise Sir David! Beckham to be awarded knighthood by King Charles: Report

Without citing sources, the BBC said Beckham is set to receive further recognition both for his soccer career, and his contributions to British society

China crash out of qualifiers; Uzbekistan, Jordan seal FIFA WC berths

Asian soccer power South Korea sealed an 11th straight appearance at the men's World Cup finals with a 2-0 win in Iraq

Albania, Serbia clash in high-stakes, politically charged WC qualifier

The match in Tirana isn't just about three points as echoes of past confrontations are impossible to ignore

UEFA Nations League 2025 final date, live match time and streaming

Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal will be up against a youthful Spain side who played out a dramatic tie against France last night, beating them 5-4 in the semi-final clash in Stuttgart.

Spain vs France Nations League semi-final HIGHLIGHTS: Yamal shines as Spain book final date with POR

Spain's early goals made it easy for them despite a late surge by France who are beaten in Stuttgart on the night.