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Spain's men's and women's teams have captured back‑to‑back World Cup titles, sparking a tactical renaissance that blends youth development with a collective, defensive‑first philosophy.
Spain has become the first nation to hold both the men's and women's World Cup titles simultaneously, driven by a cohesive playing style, a robust youth system, and visionary coaching.
After Julian Nagelsmann's sudden departure, the German Football Association appointed Jurgen Klopp as head coach through 2030, charging him with reviving the national side's performance and development pathways.
A packed schedule of international friendlies will run from July 25 to August 16, with top clubs battling across Europe and beyond, while OneFootball provides live coverage through a €9.99 Summer Pass or €4.99 pay‑per‑view options.
Andoni Iraola, the newly appointed Liverpool head coach, discusses the 2013 decision to stay with Athletic Club, the mentors who shaped his philosophy, and his emphasis on teamwork and humility as he takes the reins at Anfield.
Aston Villa have secured Alejandro Garnacho from Chelsea on a conditional loan, a move driven by manager Unai Emery and distinct from Chelsea’s recent record signing of Morgan Rogers, while UEFA’s 45‑day exchange window shapes the transaction.
A roundup of the most talked‑about moves, from Premier League ambitions to La Liga pursuits, highlights the ever‑shifting landscape of football’s biggest transfers.
Amid World Cup duties and rumored overtures from Chelsea, Granit Xhaka’s possible departure from Sunderland raises questions about player mobility, club hierarchies, and the financial tug‑of‑war shaping English football.
The club announced the signing of 21-year-old centre-back Marco Palestra, who joins on a contract through 2033 after a standout loan at Cagliari and a recent Italy debut.
Chelsea reflects on a disappointing 2025/26 campaign, the abrupt departure of its former head coach, confidential settlements with Manchester City, and the arrival of Xabi Alonso as the new manager.
A look at the latest player movements, club strategies and emerging storylines shaping the upcoming transfer window.
Sunderland have turned down a modest £8 million offer from Chelsea for midfielder Granit Xhaka, emphasizing that the player is not for sale and highlighting his long‑term contract, leadership role and the club’s recent European qualification.
A snapshot of the most talked‑about player movements and club interests across the continent.
Fulham are close to finalising a three‑year contract with Alvaro Arbeloa, the ex‑Real Madrid coach whose brief but eventful spell in Madrid ended with a Champions League quarter‑final run. The appointment comes as Marco Silva heads to Benfica, setting up a potential early‑season showdown with Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea.
An exploration of the growing tension between elite football careers and the demands of parenthood, featuring players who have missed matches for births, faced criticism, and embraced new purpose.
With Xabi Alonso set to take charge, Chelsea is eyeing at least two marquee signings, including Crystal Palace centre‑back Maxence Lacroix, as it leverages recent financial gains to bolster a squad poised for a decisive season.
Xavi describes Messi's extraordinary skill, work ethic, and mental strength, recalling early training moments and the lasting influence he has had on the sport.
A look at the most talked‑about transfer speculations across Europe's top clubs, from possible signings to contract clauses that could trigger exits.
The Athletic’s interactive World Cup prediction feature brings together writers, a subscriber, an algorithm, a dog and a six‑year‑old, offering daily forecasts across a slate of matches while recapping key moments from recent matchdays.
Six Argentine coaches will be at the helm of national teams at the 2026 World Cup, with a concentration of talent emerging from Santa Fe and the Basque region of Spain.
Fulham are close to appointing Alvaro Arbeloa, the ex‑Spain international who spent last season as an interim coach at Real Madrid, following the club's decision to part ways with Marco Silva and the earlier consideration of Kieran McKenna.
Real Madrid are nearing an agreement to sign Bernardo Silva, a free agent after a decade at Manchester City, as part of a broader strategy to challenge Barcelona and Atlético Madrid.
An exploration of soccer tackling methods, their classification under the Laws of the Game, and memorable moments that have shaped defensive play on the world stage.
An exploration of soccer tackling techniques, their classifications, and memorable moments that illustrate their impact on the game.