Xabi Alonso: Spain Will Win World Cup Before France Semi-Final
Xabi Alonso backs Spain to win the World Cup, citing team strength and memories of 2010, as they face France in the semi-final.
Xabi Alonso backs Spain to win the World Cup, citing team strength and memories of 2010, as they face France in the semi-final.
Scottish football must emulate England's fearless approach, as Tuchel's side nears World Cup glory, offering lessons for Clarke's successor.
Chelsea are open to selling Alejandro Garnacho after just one season, with the winger failing to replicate his Manchester United form. United sold him for £40m amid criticism, but now look shrewd as his career stalls.
Jordan Pickford says England must not be overawed by Lionel Messi ahead of the World Cup semi-final against Argentina, warning the squad has threats across the pitch.
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RecommendedTest your knowledge of the England-Argentina football rivalry, including Maradona's Hand of God goal, 1986 World Cup, and other iconic clashes.
Arsenal are ready to pull out of a move for Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes after being misled about the transfer fee, with Newcastle demanding around £100m, double the £50m Arsenal expected.
Xabi Alonso revealed that 'timings' led him to choose Chelsea over Liverpool, where he was heavily linked, as he was unveiled at Stamford Bridge.
Former Open champion Louis Oosthuizen has withdrawn from the 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale due to a back injury. He is replaced by compatriot Aldrich Potgieter.
Argentina will wear their dark blue away kit against England in the World Cup semi-final, a move tied to historical victories in 1986 and 1998. FIFA has confirmed the strips for Wednesday's match in Atlanta.
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RecommendedBob MacIntyre will tee off at 7:19am on Thursday at Royal Birkdale alongside Rickie Fowler and Alex Fitzpatrick. He is one of two Scots in the field.
France top the World Cup 2026 power rankings after reaching the semi-finals. Spain hold second, England rise to third, Argentina drop to fourth. Belgium, Switzerland, Norway, Morocco follow.
Harry Kane insists Thomas Tuchel's scathing critique of England's performance against Norway was meant to push the team to reach their potential, as they prepare for a World Cup semi-final against Argentina.
Rio Ferdinand has changed his World Cup winner prediction to England after their semi-final win, citing their resilience and ability to solve problems under pressure.
Daizen Maeda, a Celtic player, is publicly expressing his desire to play in the English Premier League, but Michael Gannon argues he should respect his current contract and focus on the club paying his wages.
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RecommendedFIFA approved Argentina's request to wear black armbands for Antonio Rattin, but denied France's similar tribute for Didier Deschamps' mother, sparking controversy ahead of the England match.
Wales head coach Steve Tandy will make changes for the South Africa Test after a 35-21 loss to Argentina, with key decisions needed in midfield, fly-half, and back-three positions.
Trent Alexander-Arnold has posted a training montage on Instagram after being left out of England's World Cup squad, as he aims to prove himself to new Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho.
Manchester United have announced the signing of Andrey Santos from a Premier League rival for £50m, marking their first summer acquisition under Michael Carrick.
The Scarlets have signed PRA 25, ensuring four professional sides in Wales for two more seasons. The deal runs until 2028/29, after which the WRU plans a three-team model.
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RecommendedWest Ham captain Jarrod Bowen is likely to stay at the club despite relegation, according to his father-in-law Danny Dyer, who expects him to excel in the Championship.
Enzo Maresca will not meet his new Manchester City players until next week, while Liverpool and Chelsea begin pre-season under new managers Andoni Iraola and Xabi Alonso, highlighting City's stable transition.
Wales have fallen to 12th in World Rugby's rankings after a 35-21 defeat to Argentina, dropping below Japan. England rose to fifth after thrashing Fiji.
Jannik Sinner had the Wimbledon trophy taken away minutes after winning the final; players only receive a replica, as the original stays with the club.
Sophia Thomalla, Alexander Zverev's girlfriend, couldn't attend the Wimbledon final due to work, despite booking a flight. Zverev lost to Jannik Sinner 6-7, 7-6, 6-3, 6-4.
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RecommendedArgentina have reportedly asked FIFA to wear their all-blue kit instead of their traditional striped jersey for the World Cup semi-final against England on Wednesday.
Jannik Sinner had to hand back the Wimbledon trophy minutes after winning the 2026 final due to a long-standing All England Club tradition, receiving a replica instead.
Argentina have reportedly asked FIFA to wear their all-blue kit instead of the traditional blue and white stripes for the World Cup semi-final against England.
Tommy Fleetwood has been backed to win The Open at Royal Birkdale by putting pioneer Paul Trevillion, who credits the split-hand pencil grip for transforming the Everton fan's game.
Ex-Newcastle captain Kieran Trippier returned to Tyneside to watch England beat Norway in a World Cup quarter-final at Freight Island fan zone, days after signing for Wolves.
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RecommendedJannik Sinner defeated Alexander Zverev 6-7, 7-6, 6-3, 6-4 in a grueling 3-hour-46-minute Wimbledon final to successfully defend his title, marking his fifth Grand Slam win.