GeneralGiant shirt in Rosario marks anticipated farewell to Messi
A 30-metre Argentina shirt has been installed in Rosario. Messi’s hometown is preparing to salute its captain ahead of his expected final appearance for Argentina.
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FootballFabian Ruiz makes a bold claim about his trophy record in the Ballon d’Or race
Delighted to be among the 30 nominees, the midfielder believes his honours count while acknowledging the quality of his rivals.
GeneralSkechers Football Lab gives 12-year-olds a taste of professional football
More than 160 candidates applied to a project aiming to connect younger generations with youth and performance football.
GeneralMbappé resumes individual training ahead of his return to Real Madrid
Back in Madrid, the forward worked away from his teammates. Real Madrid wants to give him enough time to recover fully.
FootballBayern Munich nearing a decision on Harry Kane’s future
Talks over an extension for Harry Kane through 2029 have reached their final stage. The forward’s current contract runs until summer 2027.
GeneralMbappé returns to Valdebebas for a solo training session
Back in Madrid after ten days outside Spain, Kylian Mbappé has returned to the pitch for individual work. He is continuing his recovery with the aim of being available against Villarreal on Saturday.
Formula 1Antonelli explains what he is learning from Hamilton and Verstappen
After finishing second at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, Kimi Antonelli described what he takes from racing against Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton.
GeneralMeeting launches assessment of Taïeb Mhiri Stadium in Sfax
A working session on upgrading Taïeb Mhiri Stadium was held in Sfax. The Tunisian Football Federation says the assessment will include checking the venue against the requirements of the Confederation of African Football.
FootballConte awaits an offer to revive a declining giant, without naming Manchester United
Antonio Conte has outlined the kind of challenge he wants in his next coaching job. His criteria have been interpreted as potentially fitting Manchester United, but he did not name the club.
GeneralBenin goalkeeper vows to resist Messi ahead of Argentina farewell match
With Lionel Messi’s fixture against Benin billed as his Argentina farewell, Marcel Dandjinou says he will try to deny the star—even from the penalty spot.
FootballTaïeb Mhiri Stadium enters evaluation and upgrade process in Sfax
A working session has launched an assessment of the work needed at Taïeb Mhiri Stadium. The federation says it will support the process and check the venue against the Confederation’s requirements.
FootballGuardiola feels guilty after Manchester City conviction
Guardiola’s reaction to Manchester City’s conviction is reportedly tied to fears for his reputation and coaching legacy.
Formula 1Mekies sees Red Bull fighting for podiums but remains cautious about wins
After Red Bull’s first grand prix win of 2026, Laurent Mekies is optimistic about its podium chances in coming races but stops short of saying the team can challenge everywhere.
GeneralZidane makes rebuilding France’s full-back position a major challenge
The coach wants to revive a position short of players and develop new talent. He has approached the National Technical Directorate.
GeneralBaddou Zaki backs Jordan’s “golden generation”
The coach is counting on Jordanian football’s progress and wants to prepare for the 2027 Asian Cup without getting ahead of himself.
FootballLamine Yamal left out of the 25 Golden Boy 2026 finalists
The Golden Boy 2026 final list features 25 players under 21. Lamine Yamal’s absence is explained by the award’s rules.
GeneralMbappé mocks claims about his attitude in the derby
After a broadcast linked his behaviour to a dispute over the Ballon d’Or, Kylian Mbappé ridiculed the account on social media. Javier Tintó’s remarks had focused on his attitude during the derby.
FootballMbappé answers criticism with a remark about his great-aunt
Amid criticism of his conduct during the international break, Mbappé responded to a report about his alleged frustration with Real Madrid. “Yes, I also got angry with my great-aunt,” he joked.
BasketballFour Spanish clubs set their sights on the BCL title
Joventut, Surne Bilbao Basket, UCAM Murcia and Unicaja begin a new Basketball Champions League season aiming high. Players also point to the competition’s growing quality and appeal.
GeneralLigue 2: round 3 fixtures
13 matches on the programme of round 3 of the Ligue 2 championship, Saturday 10 October 2026.
FootballMálaga to face Sporting de Alcázar in the Copa del Rey first round
The draw sent Málaga away to Sporting de Alcázar, who play in the Primera Autonómica Preferente de Castilla La Mancha. The tie will be decided in a single match in Alcázar de San Juan.
FootballJoselu set for Al-Sailiya after his spell at Real Madrid
The Spanish striker has reportedly agreed to join the Qatari club after leaving Al-Gharafa. His Real Madrid spell was defined by impressive numbers and a decisive European night.
FootballMarseille face to a depleted squad and selection doubts for Troyes trip
Injuries sustained during the international break are complicating Olympique de Marseille’s preparations. Bruno Genesio must also do without suspended Timothy Weah.
Formula 1George Russell calls F1 “too complicated” after chaotic Bahrain Grand Prix
The driver said incidents and interruptions marred the day. A power-unit failure also ended his podium hopes at Sepang.
FootballRamos sparks controversy with a post about the “best centre-forward”
After Portugal’s win over Norway, Gonçalo Ramos shared a post describing him as the best centre-forward. Supporters saw it as a possible reference to Cristiano Ronaldo, and the post was later deleted.
FootballBarcelona has 14 players called up during the Liga break
Fourteen Barcelona players will join their national teams after the 7-0 win over Real Madrid. Eleven are from the first team, and Clàudia Pina arrives with 11 goals.
GeneralThe Copa brings back the Xerez-Cádiz derby after 18 years
The Copa del Rey draw has set up a reunion between Xerez CD and Cádiz at Chapín, more than 18 years after their last official meeting.
GeneralHjulmand begins Atlético’s return operation amid pride and concern
Hjulmand has begun Atlético’s international return phase. The players’ performances have brought satisfaction, but their workload is a concern ahead of the league’s restart.
FootballBilino Polje to host Bosnia and Herzegovina–Poland in the Nations League
The match is scheduled for Zenica on 5 October 2026. Official tickets are sold through the Bosnian federation, while seats are also available on the secondary market.
FootballGranada come from two goals down to beat Real Sociedad B
Granada won 3-2 on Sunday after overturning a two-goal deficit, ending a four-match winless run in the process.