FIFA was forced into a partial retreat this week after mounting backlash over World Cup ticket prices, announcing a new 60 dollar entry tier for supporters following widespread criticism of its original pricing strategy for 2026. The decision came after federations revealed that tickets allocated to national associations were priced between 180…

Kylian Mbappé wrote another chapter in Real Madrid history on Saturday night, scoring late to seal a 2–0 victory over Sevilla and tie Cristiano Ronaldo’s record for the most goals by a Madrid player in a calendar year. The France forward looked set to miss the milestone until the closing minutes, when he calmly converted a penalty to put the…

Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank launched a strong critique of referee John Brooks after his side slipped to a 2-1 home defeat against Liverpool, a match shaped decisively by two red cards and a series of contentious decisions in north London. Spurs were reduced to nine men as Xavi Simons and Cristian Romero were both dismissed, while…

Barcelona defender Andreas Christensen faces a prolonged spell out after suffering a partial ACL tear during training on Saturday, dealing the club another blow at the back. The 29 year old had only just returned to the starting lineup, scoring in Tuesday’s 2 0 Copa del Rey win over Guadalajara in his first start since September, but a twist of…

Wilfried Nancy finally tasted victory as Celtic manager as late goals from Kieran Tierney and James Forrest secured a 3–1 win over 10 man Aberdeen at Parkhead, easing the pressure after a difficult start to his reign. The Frenchman arrived under intense scrutiny following four straight defeats, but his side dominated for long spells and led…

Virgil van Dijk moved quickly to cool the fallout from Xavi Simons’ first half dismissal as Liverpool claimed a 2–1 win over Tottenham Hotspur, a result shaped decisively by a VAR review and a tense finish in north London. Simons was sent off after his challenge on Van Dijk was upgraded from a yellow to a red, leaving Spurs short-handed before…

Pep Guardiola has told his Manchester City players that any loss of discipline over the Christmas break could cost them a place in the squad for the upcoming Premier League match against Nottingham Forest. The warning came after City’s 3–0 victory over West Ham on Saturday, a result that kept the champions firmly in the title race. Guardiola…

Morocco launched their Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a controlled 2-0 victory over Comoros in Rabat, easing early nerves despite Achraf Hakimi remaining on the bench for the hosts’ opening night. Goals from Brahim Díaz and Ayoub El Kaabi settled the contest at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, allowing Walid Regragui’s side to start the…

Liverpool are facing an anxious wait over Alexander Isak after the forward was forced off injured in Saturday’s 2-1 Premier League win against Tottenham Hotspur in London. Isak gave Liverpool the perfect start by scoring the opening goal, but his afternoon ended almost immediately. A heavy challenge from Micky van de Ven inside the penalty area…

Aston Villa’s remarkable surge continued as Morgan Rogers struck twice to secure a 2–1 victory over Manchester United, extending Unai Emery’s side’s winning streak to ten matches in all competitions and tightening the Premier League title race before Christmas. The 23-year-old followed up his brace against West Ham with another decisive display,…