Italy looked done the moment Bosnia and Herzegovina won the playoff on penalties, but the story has not gone away completely. The Azzurri are out on merit, yet a separate dispute around Iran’s place at the 2026 World Cup has kept Italy’s name floating around the edges of the tournament picture, even if the path back in remains distant.
Read More
A new Opta supercomputer simulation predicts how the 2025/26 Premier League season will finish, with Arsenal leading the title race and several big clubs fighting to avoid relegation.
Read More
Fans who paid premium prices for Category 1 seats at the 2026 World Cup are questioning whether FIFA clearly represented what those tickets could actually deliver, after new front row options appeared later at even higher prices.
Read More
Newcastle are considering Real Madrid forward Gonzalo García as part of a broader search for a new central striker. The interest comes as the club weighs several attacking options ahead of a summer that could bring wider change at St James’ Park.
Read More
Marcelo has named Lionel Messi as the toughest opponent he faced, citing the Argentine’s intelligence, movement and ability to read the game, after years of playing alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and competing against both stars at the highest level.
Read More
Manchester United is getting ready to make visible changes at Old Trafford, with new service points, updated food and drink options, and a broader effort to make matchdays run more smoothly from the start of the 2026 to 2027 season.
Read More
Frustration is mounting at Liverpool after another disappointing defeat and this time, the reaction isn’t just about the result. Dominik Szoboszlai’s upbeat post-match comments following the loss to PSG have drawn criticism from supporters already concerned about the team’s form and direction.
Read More
Toyota Center is heading into the most ambitious renovation in its history, with a new glass atrium, reworked entrances, upgraded premium areas, and major back of house improvements planned before the Rockets and the returning Comets share the building in 2027.
Read More
Tiger Woods avoided disqualification at the 2013 Masters after admitting to an improper drop that resulted in a two-shot penalty. The incident, which was only flagged after his round, sparked debate over golf’s rules and the role of video review, as Woods ultimately finished tied for fourth.
Read More
European football generated a record €38 billion during the 2023/24 season, underlining both the financial strength of the game and the growing gap between ambition and sustainability. The latest figures also show that clubs are relying more heavily on commercial growth, new real estate projects, and stronger control over their own income streams.
Read More