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Luis Rubiales resigns after kiss scandal at World Cup
Luis Rubiales, the suspended Spanish soccer federation president, stepped down from his position following his kiss scandal in the Women's World Cup
Luis Rubiales, the suspended Spanish soccer federation president, stepped down from his position following his kiss scandal in the Women's World Cup
Germany removed Hansi Flick as coach of the men's national football team on Sunday, one day after a 4-1 loss to Japan deepened the gloom around the squad ahead of hosting next year's European Championship.
Manchester United winger Antony has been removed from the squad until further notice amidst allegations of assault by the player. Antony was also dropped from the Brazil squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers.
Brazil began their FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers with a riveting 5-1 win against Bolivia. In the match Neymar overtook Pele as the national team's top goalscorer.
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has been suspended for one more match and fined £100,000 after admitting to acting inappropriately and using abusive and insulting language towards a match official after being sent off against Newcastle last month.
Manchester United midfielder Sofyan Amrabat has withdrawn from Morocco's upcoming international games due to injury, the Premier League club announced on Friday.
Lionel Messi's fantastic free-kick earned Argentina a narrow win over Ecuador as they started their World Cup qualifying campaign on September 7. The CONMEBOL qualifiers are set to continue on Friday, with Uruguay hosting Chile and Brazil facing off against Bolivia.
Everton winger Demarai Gray has signed with Saudi Pro League club Al-Ettifaq on a four-year deal.
Germany midfielder Kai Havertz said that the men's national football team will look to beat Japan and France in upcoming international friendlies to make the fans happy.
India suffered a penalty shootout defeat at the hands of Iraq in the semi-finals of the 2023 King's Cup.
Viacom18 has been named as the media rights partner for the next two seasons of the Indian Super League on September 7, Thursday. The new season of the ISL will begin on September 21 in Kochi.
Cristiano Ronaldo has called for mutual respect between his fans and those of Lionel Messi, suggesting the rivalry between the two football superstars is over. Despite having no personal friendship, Ronaldo admires Messi and insists that their mutual work made significant contributions to football.
Lionel Messi, despite a challenging club season with PSG, is a strong contender for an eighth Ballon d'Or. His emotional 2022 World Cup win erased doubts about his legendary status. While PSG lacked silverware, Messi's individual performance was unparalleled, earning him the Golden Ball. His World Cup feats put him in the company of the greatest in history. At PSG, he showed promise before the disruptions. Now at Inter Miami, he's continued to shine. His main competition for the 2023 Ballon d'Or is Erling Haaland, but Messi's impact in critical moments, like the World Cup, sets him apart.
Argentina's Lionel Messi was among the nominees for the men's Ballon d'Or trophy published on Wednesday by organisers France Football magazine. The awards for the best men's and women's player in the world will be presented on Oct. 30.
Spain women's national team star Jenni Hermoso has filed a legal complaint against Luis Rubiales following the World Cup final kiss incident in August. Rubiales' actions sparked widespread controversy and criticism.
Former Spain’s women’s coach Jorge Vilda has said that he was unfairly sacked following the controversy that broke out surrounding RFEF President Luis Rubiales’ kiss scandal after the World Cup final.
Manchester United issued a statement as police were investigating allegations that their Brazilian winger Antony assaulted his ex-girlfriend.
Montse Tome has been appointed head coach of Spain women's team following the previous coach Jorge Vilda's dismissal due to protests by team members. The change in leadership comes after several controversies including a scandal involving the Spanish FA president Luis Rubiales.
Tainted Manchester United footballer Mason Greenwood has joined Getafe on a loan deal. Greenwood has said that he wants to do his best in the upcoming games.
Spain's football federation (RFEF) has fired Jorge Vilda, the coach of its World Cup-winning women's team, in response to the scandal of its president's kiss on the lips of player Jenni Hermoso.