Cole Palmer has missed recent national team call-ups due to a persistent groin injury and a fractured toe, hampering his involvement in England's 2026 World Cup planning. And there's more bad news for the Chelsea star as his absence from the official 2026 England calendar has caused some media speculation, with some fans worrying it is a "major hint" he could miss the World Cup.
Despite rumors of January exits, Arsenal icon Nigel Winterburn assures that stars Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli will remain, citing Mikel Arteta's squad as key to their title chase
In a fiery clash, Argentine football erupts as ex-star Juan Sebastian Veron faces a six-month ban for leading a guard of honour boycott against Angel Di Maria's Rosario Central amid title uproar
RC Strasbourg is eyeing a January swoop for Leeds' talented Illan Meslier, sidelined under Farke amid a 'nightmare' season. With his contract expiring soon, the Ligue 1 club aims to secure their future No.1 before rivals strike
UEFA fined Qarabag's youth team over £4,000 after a fan racially abused Chelsea's 17-year-old striker Sol Gordon with monkey gestures during their thrilling UEFA Youth League clash in Baku
Barcelona boss Hansi Flick backs teen sensation Lamine Yamal after Chelsea's stern test, urging him to "step up" and ignite Barcelona's revival. He lauds Marc Cucurella as "one of the best in the world," motivating Yamal post 3-0 loss
Niko Kovac firmly backs Aaron Anselmino through his playing time woes after injury recovery from Chelsea's loan. The Argentine has started four games for Dortmund, quashing Stamford Bridge recall rumors
Serhou Guirassy's release clause drops to €50m in 2026, igniting a frenzy among top clubs like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Chelsea as Dortmund gears up for blockbuster transfers
Aitana Bonmati charges Spain toward another epic final, insisting her third Ballon d'Or hasn't changed her core. As Barcelona's dynamo, she brushes off Messi comparisons, previews the Germany showdown, and reveals her secret to handling fame
