Golden Boy 2026: Full List of Nominees Barcelona have three nominees on a shortlist dominated by Premier League clubs. Sports Illustrated · Oct 5
Messi set for emotional Argentina farewell in Buenos Aires friendly vs Benin Argentina fans are hopeful for the future of their national team following Lionel Messi's retirement from international football. The team has shown immense potential with impressive victories against Bolivia and Burkina Faso without their legendary player. Coach Lionel Scaloni emphasizes the need for unity and confidence in the new generation… The Economic Times · Oct 5
Thomas Tuchel’s appetite for youth shows England’s exciting new direction Tuchel says Scott could now challenge Declan Rice for his starting role in the England squad after his superb debut against Croatia, the latest instance of the Three Lions boss refusing to pander to the established stars The Independent UK · Oct 5
Sign on the wall: Crichton's Wallaby goal backed by mum Angus Crichton's mum Pip reveals his 23-year aim to become a Wallaby and why the Brad Fittler fan deserved to finish his Sydney Roosters stint on a high. AAP · Oct 5
Explaining USMNT Legend Landon Donovan’s Brutal Mexico Taunt There was a slightly different take from beaten Mexico manager Rafael Márquez. Sports Illustrated · Oct 5
Jake Connor is shock omission from England squad for Rugby League World Cup Brian McDermott said he wants players who ‘can best stick to the gameplan’ after leaving Leeds Rhinos’ Jake Connor out of Rugby League World Cup squad The Guardian - UK · Oct 5
What time is Lionel Messi's last Argentina match and who are the opponents? The legendary No10, considered the greatest player of all time, is playing one last match for his country Evening Standard · Oct 5
The USMNT’s kids are thriving, and ‘they have a bit of swag to them’ The post-World Cup youth movement has paid off with historic plays that, for the moment, feel natural, sustainable, and needed The Guardian - US · Oct 5
England name Rugby League World Cup squad as Brian McDermott makes big Mikey Lewis call England will begin their World Cup campaign against Tonga on 17 October The Independent UK · Oct 5
Czechia’s Santi Denia: ‘Anthony Gordon? What a player! He’s at the same level as Lamine Yamal’ After working with nearly all of Spain’s World Cup-winning squad in their formative years, the coach is also a huge fan of English football. He’s now pitting his wits against both nations The Guardian - UK · Oct 5
ICC delays plans for World Club Championship after ‘Big Three’ object The ICC will not introduce a World Club Championship or more international multilateral tournaments until 2031 at the earliest after resistance from England, Australia and India The Guardian - UK · Oct 5
Saifiti boosts Bati forward depth for World Cup Newcastle prop Jacob Saifiti is set to play his first Test for Fiji in nine years after serving his four-game NRL suspension for Newcastle. AAP · Oct 5
'Upset': Brigginshaw denied Jillaroos farewell Coach Jess Skinner says the decision to drop Ali Brigginshaw from the Jillaroos squad is one of the hardest of her career. AAP · Oct 5
Yeo makes World Cup call, Walker earns Kangaroos spot With Isaah Yeo named captain, Sydney Roosters star Sam Walker is in line for an Australian Test debut as one of six debutants in Kevin Walters' World Cup squad. AAP · Oct 5
Sports Illustrated · Oct 5 Italy vs. Turkiye—Nations League: Preview, Predictions and Lineups Italy remains undefeated against Türkiye ahead of the 15th meeting between the nations.
Sports Illustrated · Oct 4 Cristiano Ronaldo’s Seven Most Spectacular Tantrums for Club and Country—Ranked Portugal, Real Madrid and Manchester United have all witnessed Cristiano Ronaldo lose his cool.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 4 Let’s stop doubting Thomas Tuchel: England are impressive and Euro 2028 is the target Coming third in the World Cup was really not a disaster, and Saturday’s rout of Croatia and building the team around Jude Bellingham are good signs
The Guardian - UK · Oct 4 Tuchel says Alex Scott’s emergence gives England – and Rice – ‘high level’ competition Thomas Tuchel praised Alex Scott’s all-round display in the 7-0 win in Croatia, saying: ‘We will not survive on two central midfielders. The more the better’
Sports Illustrated · Oct 4 ‘This Is Why Everyone Hates America’—Jesse Marsch Puts USMNT on Blast Canada’s U.S.-born national team manager opened up about the World Cup, his childhood in the States and why no U.S. President would support Everton.
Sports Illustrated · Oct 4 Zlatan Ibrahimovic Clashes With Thierry Henry Over His 2026 Ballon d’Or Pick Kylian Mbappé, Lamine Yamal, Lionel Messi, Michael Olise and Harry Kane are just some of the very realistic contenders for this year’s Ballon d’Or.
AAP · Oct 4 Roosters star in tug of war makes World Cup call Rob Toia has been torn over his World Cup allegiance and the Sydney Roosters star has finally made a call on his eligibility.
The Guardian - US · Oct 4 Jesse Marsch: ‘We Americans have been inundated with propaganda since we were young’ As he prepares to face his home nation, the Canada manager reflects on his adopted country’s soccer, its prime minister, and its place in the world
The Economic Times · Oct 4 ‘Target was clear’: Harmanpreet leads India to Asian Games hockey gold, Olympic berth India's men's hockey team secured the Asian Games gold medal by defeating Malaysia 5-1 in the final. Captain Harmanpreet Singh highlighted their confidence to rebound from previous disappointments, emphasizing their dominance in Asia. The victory also qualified them for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, addressing their ambition for a…
Euronews · Oct 4 The eyes have it: Iconic World Cup pictures explored by Getty photographers Whether on or off the pitch, many of the most memorable moments from FIFA World Cups have been captured by Getty. Here, some of the photographers behind those lenses share their thoughts about taking the best emotive images.
Euronews · Oct 4 Shooting and scoring: Photographer Alex Pantling on capturing the world’s greatest footballers Getty photographer Alex Pantling reported on the FIFA World Cup 2026 and shared with European Lens his reflection on the experience along with some of his favourite shots from the tournament.