Kylian Mbappe is considered to be out of the running for Ballon d’Or recognition in 2026, with Jeremie Aliadiere conceding to GOAL that World Cup heartache with France is likely to have dashed those dreams.
Argentina defender Cristian Romero is set to leave Tottenham amid interest from clubs including Barcelona and Real Madrid. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Jude Bellingham has urged England fans to maintain their incredible unity after the Three Lions suffered a devastating 2-1 defeat against Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals.
Trent Alexander-Arnold has opened up on the demanding early days of Real Madrid’s pre-season, praising the intensity and sky-high standards of returning coach Jose Mourinho.
The two World Cup semifinals told remarkably different stories, but the resulting final looks like a tantalizing matchup between two excellent teams. The World Cup final is set - and the semifinals delivered every bit of drama promised.
England legend Michael Owen has launched a blistering attack on Thomas Tuchel, comparing his ultra-defensive tactics to those of a local pub team. Following the Three Lions' heartbreaking 2-1 World Cup semi-final exit to Argentina, the former striker labelled the defensive approach "rubbish" and the absolute opposite of brave.
Jude Bellingham has revealed what was said during his heated exchange with Lionel Messi in England's World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina. The midfielder insisted there was no bad blood between the pair and explained the conversation was simply part of the intensity of a high-stakes contest.
Chelsea deleted a social media post celebrating Enzo Fernandez's goal for Argentina after it sparked a furious reaction from supporters during England's World Cup semi-final defeat.
Jude Bellingham cut a devastated figure in Atlanta as England's dreams of World Cup glory were extinguished by a late Argentina comeback. The Real Madrid superstar, who had carried the hopes of a nation throughout the tournament, was left questioning what more he could have done after the Three Lions fell at the penultimate hurdle.
England’s Jude Bellingham was visibly distraught after their semi-final loss to Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Lautaro Martinez broke English hearts with a sensational stoppage-time stunner to push Argentina to the Final at the expense of the Three Lions, who failed to convert a 1-0 lead into a win.
Christophe Dugarry has fiercely criticised Didier Deschamps and the France national team following their semi-final defeat to Spain. The former Barcelona
Jude Bellingham has undoubtedly been one of the two best players at this World Cup for England. Alongside Harry Kane, the Real Madrid star has scored six goals in the tournament and could help the national team win its first World Cup after 60 long years.
In a recent segment on Youtube, renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano stated that Manchester United are keeping a keen eye on Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga.
Joe Hart has defended Jude Bellingham after the England midfielder appeared to hit back at manager Thomas Tuchel following the Three Lions' World Cup quarter-final victory.
Thierry Henry has admitted that Spain are vastly superior to France following their dominant 2-0 victory in the World Cup semi-final on Tuesday. The former
Inter could easily turn a profit on either Petar Sucic or Aleksandar Stankovic if they wished, but the plan is to keep them both at the moment. The former turned heads in the World Cup, landing even on Real Madrid’s radar.
It wasn't the flashiest team on the semifinal card — and it certainly wasn't the one with the finest World Cup record — but Spain proved its tournament bonafides by beating France 2-0 in front of a sold-out crowd in Arlington, Texas on Tuesday.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals are set. On Saturday, England and Argentina joined France and Spain in the final four with a pair of thrilling wins.