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Gianni Infantino: Mexico Breaks with Concacaf to Back FIFA President Alongside Argentina

August 7, 2026August 7, 2026grace

Nevertheless, Conmebol said it was troubled by recurring unilateral decisions made without dialogue or the use of established institutional procedures for resolving such matters. Argentina’s football association, whose national team finished second at the 2026 World Cup, welcomed Infantino’s acknowledgement of his mistakes and subsequent apology. It said his 10 years as Fifa president had […]

Celtic and Rangers pursue wide men while Anderlecht discuss Will Ferry deal – Scottish gossip

August 7, 2026August 7, 2026grace

Celtic have lodged a bid worth approximately 11m euros for 24-year-old Egyptian winger Haissem Hassan of Oviedo. (Juan Velazquez, external) Oviedo are expected to approve Celtic’s £9m proposal for Hassan once the remaining details have been settled. (Anthony Joseph, external) Oviedo are completing the arrangements for Hassan to leave the club. (La Nueva Espana – […]

FA Cup: Zeph Thomas – the well-travelled footballer with 39 career moves

August 7, 2026August 9, 2026grace

“If a club did not offer what I believed I was worth, I would move on,” explains Zeph Thomas, whose remarkable 18-year career has included 39 transfers. The 36-year-old winger from Bradford has become one of football’s most travelled players. His career has included five periods with Rossington Main, four with Mickleover Sports and three […]

Who Could Leave Chelsea? How the Blues May Trim Their 41-Man Squad

August 7, 2026August 7, 2026grace

Chelsea will not compete in European football next season after ending the campaign in 10th place, during a turbulent year in which Enzo Maresca departed and Liam Rosenior was relieved of his duties. Alonso now faces several challenging squad decisions. The goalkeeping department appears settled. Robert Sanchez is expected to be joined by highly rated […]

Women’s Super League: Birmingham Secure Chancelle Effa Effa in £100k Deal

August 7, 2026August 7, 2026grace

Birmingham City have completed the signing of French youth international Chancelle Effa Effa from Le Havre. The Blues, who claimed the WSL 2 championship last season, are believed to have paid slightly more than £100,000 for the 19-year-old forward. After developing through Le Havre’s academy, she made her first senior appearance when she was only […]

Micky van de Ven Nears Agreement on New Five-Year Tottenham Deal

August 7, 2026August 7, 2026grace

“It is encouraging to see the changes the club has introduced,” Van de Ven said in July. “There is clearly a renewed sense of ambition at the club, which is especially important for players who have been here for many years. “The previous campaign was extremely difficult and our performances were not acceptable, so putting […]

Leeds United Sign James Trafford from Manchester City in Deal Worth Up to £45m

August 7, 2026August 7, 2026grace

Trafford’s initial transfer fees have now surpassed £80m in total. Under the terms of his move to Leeds, City will keep a 20% sell-on clause and retain matching rights, allowing them first refusal if they equal any future bid for Trafford. Leeds manager Daniel Farke appears prepared to pay a significant fee despite Trafford receiving […]

Vinicius Jr Agrees Improved Six-Year Contract with Real Madrid

August 7, 2026August 7, 2026grace

Negotiations had stalled before Real submitted an improved proposal on Wednesday, and Vinicius is believed to have welcomed the revised conditions. The winger moved to Real from Brazilian club Flamengo in 2018 and agreed to his previous contract renewal three years ago. Real had spent the past 18 months discussing another agreement with his representatives. […]

UEFA Says FIFA’s Support for Gianni Infantino ‘Changes Nothing’

August 6, 2026August 6, 2026grace

Uefa finds itself in a difficult position as it seeks a way to remove Infantino. Its most straightforward strategy was to steadily increase the pressure during the week in the hope that he would eventually resign. However, the Swiss official appears determined to remain in his role. European football remains largely isolated and has struggled […]

Man City Transfer News: Jeremy Doku Agrees Fresh Contract as Nico Gonzalez Eyes Long-Term Stay

August 6, 2026August 7, 2026grace

With the second week of August drawing closer, City have completed just one signing. Elliot Anderson is expected to earn a place in the starting lineup this season. The England international arrived from Nottingham Forest for a club-record £116m. The 23-year-old appears set to fill the role left vacant by Bernardo Silva, who moved to […]