Sandro Tonali’s last-gasp winner edged Italy to a 5-4 victory over Israel in 2026 World Cup qualifying on Monday, while Kosovo beat Sweden despite Alexander Isak making his first appearance of the season. After collapsing from leading 4-2 in the final two minutes to drawing 4-4, Tonali’s 91st-minute strike in the Hungarian city of Debrecen…
The Azzurri started their qualifying campaign later, as they participated in the Nations League quarter-finals. Norway therefore surged out in front and have won all four of their games so far, including a 3-0 against Italy in Oslo on June 6. BELGRADE, SERBIA – JUNE 02: Erling Haaland of Norway celebrates after victory in the…
Liverpool are hoping to retain their Premier League crown, especially by using their summer signings to the best effect. Hugo Ekitike is already off to a flying start, with two goals and one assist already in the league. Florian Wirtz hasn’t gotten off to the start he would have wanted, with many fans criticizing the German…
Sports Illustrated rounds up the latest transfer rumors and gossip from around the world. Gabriel Martinelli faces an uncertain future at Arsenal. / Michael Regan/Getty Images Arsenal are willing to entertain offers for winger Gabriel Martinelli, who is a target for AC Milan as they prepare to bid farewell to Rafael Leão. (Source: CaughtOffside) Chelsea are confident…
Having scored his first goal of the season in the 3-2 victory over Strasbourg in the third matchday of Ligue 1, the American striker for AS Monaco spoke about his expectations as he begins his third season with the club. He has just scored his first goal. He was instrumental in the team’s opening goal…
“Throw-ins are underestimated – by coaches, players, commentators, fans – as something you should just do and see what happens,” said Thomas Gronnemark, who was appointed Liverpool’s first throw-in coach in 2018 and worked with the club until 2023. Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp had not even heard of a throw-in coach when the Dane, who…
Serena Williams has set her sights on new playing court: basketball. The retired tennis star has invested in the women’s 3-on-3 basketball league, Unrivaled, now valued at $340 million, the league said Monday. Williams participated in the two-year-old league’s Series B investment round through her Serena Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm. Joining her is…
The wind is blowing through the open window and Steve McManaman is glad about the merciful drop in recent 35ºC temperatures in Madrid as he looks down on the city he called home at the turn of the century. Almost one hundred games played for Real Madrid for the Liverpool lad, he’s always a welcome…
FC Barcelona forward Ferran Torres has become a key player for the team under the management of Hansi Flick. Since arriving from Manchester City in January 2022, the 25-year-old attacker has never been as important in the scheme of things as he has been during Flick’s tenure, making valuable contributions, be it as a starter…
Northern Ireland put up a good fight, but ultimately had to accept a 3-1 defeat to Germany in the World Cup Qualifiers. Two goals in quick succession in the second-half, saw the home-side edge past their opposition. The Northern Ireland coach was hopeful to spring another upset result following Germany’s defeat to Slovakia. However, with…