⚽ Guardiola reportedly emerges as Italy manager candidate
Italy are searching for a new national team boss after missing a third consecutive World Cup, and Pep Guardiola has reportedly emerged as a surprise candidate for the role.
The Azzurri face another major rebuild, with the next appointment expected to restore both confidence and a clear footballing identity. Guardiola's name entering the conversation marks a significant development, though no formal approach has been reported at this stage.
✍️ Newcastle land Arsenal academy prospect Kyran Thompson
Newcastle United have agreed a deal to sign teenage forward Kyran Thompson from Arsenal's academy. The highly-rated attacking prospect had reportedly rejected five other offers before choosing a move to St. James' Park.
⚽ Kane honest on England after Norway win books semi-final spot
Harry Kane has spoken candidly about England's World Cup campaign after the Three Lions secured a place in the semi-finals, beating Norway to reach the last four.
England will now face Argentina with a place in the final at stake — their first since 1966. It would be only the fourth time England have reached a World Cup semi-final.
Kane's comments came as the nation dares to believe, though the toughest test yet awaits against one of the tournament favourites.
Manchester United are reportedly set to announce the signing of Cristian Orozco as early as next week, with the club said to be close to completing a double deal.
No further details on the second transfer or associated fees have been confirmed at this stage.
🏆 Alvarez fires Argentina past Switzerland into World Cup semis
Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 after extra time to reach the World Cup semifinals, with Julián Álvarez's stunning long-range strike in the 112th minute proving the decisive moment.
Alexis Mac Allister opened the scoring in the 10th minute, converting from Lionel Messi's corner, before Dan Ndoye levelled for Switzerland. Álvarez's thunderbolt restored Argentina's lead, and Lautaro Martínez sealed it late as Switzerland were reduced to 10 men.
The defending champions now face England in the semifinal on Wednesday.
🔥 England edge Norway in extra time to reach World Cup semis
England are through to the World Cup semi-finals after a dramatic 2-1 extra-time victory over Norway. The Three Lions came from behind or held on through a tense encounter before finding a winner past the 90 minutes to seal their place in the last four.
Gareth Southgate's side will now face either Argentina or Switzerland in the semi-finals, with that tie still to be decided.
⚽️ Spain vs France: key injury updates ahead of World Cup semi-final
Spain and France are set to meet in a 2026 World Cup semi-final, with both sides monitoring several players ahead of the fixture. For Spain, Yeremy Pino and Nico Williams are among those with fitness concerns. On the France side, Kylian Mbappé, Aurélien Tchouaméni, and Manu Koné are all listed with updates to their availability.
No further detail on the nature of the injuries or confirmed return timelines is provided in the available information.