France captain Kylian Mbappé recently opened up about his mental state, confessing that he has reverted to “hating failure.” Following the disappointment of France’s Euro 2024 campaign, where they were eliminated by Spain in the semifinals, Mbappé described the overall experience as a “failure.” This admission sheds light on Mbappé’s mindset shift and the impact
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Joshua Kimmich, the talented midfielder from Bayern Munich, has been entrusted with the captain’s armband for Germany’s national team following the retirement of several key players after Euro 2024. Kimmich, who has previously filled in as captain in the absence of regular starters, will lead the team in the upcoming Nations League fixtures against Hungary
Portugal coach Roberto Martínez has made the decision to include Cristiano Ronaldo in the squad for the upcoming Nations League matches despite the veteran forward’s lackluster performance at the European Championship. Ronaldo, who holds the record for 130 international goals, failed to find the back of the net in all five of Portugal’s Euro 2024
Ilkay Gündogan, the Barcelona midfielder, made the difficult decision to retire from international football with Germany after having captained his nation at the European Championship this past summer. In a heartfelt post on social media, the 33-year-old expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to represent his country in 82 matches, scoring a total of 19
Coach Luis de la Fuente expressed his joy and pride in Spain’s football achievements after the under-23 team’s victory in the Olympic tournament final against France. De la Fuente, who previously led the under-23 team to a silver medal in the Tokyo Games, highlighted the significance of this win and the hard work that went
Barcelona has successfully secured the signature of RB Leipzig’s dynamic forward, Dani Olmo, in a significant move for the Catalan club. The deal, valued at an initial €55 million ($60m), with potential add-ons amounting to €7m, ensures Olmo’s arrival at Camp Nou. This marks Barcelona’s first major signing of the summer, underlining their commitment to
Despite reports linking him to the England head coach position, Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has reiterated his dedication to the club. He emphasized that as long as he is “happy and feels supported,” he intends to remain with the team. Speculation has been rife regarding potential replacements for Gareth Southgate, but Howe remains focused
Spain defender Marc Cucurella stood by his word and dyed his hair red after leading his country to victory in the European Championship. This bold move was a result of a promise he made before the tournament, showcasing his commitment to his team and his playful personality. The transformation in his appearance mirrored the transformation
Denmark’s coach, Kasper Hjulmand, recently announced his decision to step down from his position and not lead the team into qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. He expressed the need for new energy within the team following their elimination in the round of 16 by Germany in the European Championship. While this decision may come
The recent incident involving Spain’s players chanting “Gibraltar is Spanish” during their European Championship celebrations has sparked outrage and condemnation from Gibraltar’s Football Association. The association wasted no time in filing a formal complaint to UEFA, highlighting the offensive and disrespectful nature of the chants. The chants by senior Spanish players, including captain Álvaro Morata
Euro 2024 brought attention to the performance of players who had transferred to the Saudi Pro League (SPL) in Germany. Initial concerns over the level and intensity of games in Saudi Arabia raised doubts about how these players would fare in the tournament. The performance of each SPL star was closely scrutinized, including top players
The news of Gareth Southgate stepping down as the England manager has sparked discussions about potential replacements. Names such as Eddie Howe, Graham Potter, and Mauricio Pochettino have been brought up as leading candidates to take over the role. Additionally, Lee Carsley and Thomas Tuchel are being considered for the position, as the Football Association
Lamine Yamal, the rising star from Barcelona, is set to miss the club’s preseason tour of the United States following his triumphant performance in the Euro 2024 tournament. The Spanish forward played a crucial role in Spain’s victory, setting up the first goal in the final against England and being named the Young Player of
Spain’s victory at Euro 2024 marked a turning point for the national team, as they claimed their fourth European Championship title in record-breaking fashion. The triumph showcased a modernized approach both on and off the pitch, with an eye towards further success in the upcoming 2026 World Cup. Led by emerging talents like Nico Williams