International

International·17 August 2026

Cagliari striker Trepy in ICU after Sardinia pool incident

Cagliari striker Yael Trepy is in intensive care after a reported pool incident in Sardinia, raising serious concerns over his condition. Get the full

International·15 August 2026

Scotland job: Why Pocognoli is the outsider who could shock

Sebastien Pocognoli is the frontrunner for the Scotland men’s national team job after a strong start at Monaco. Can the outsider steady a ship in transition?

International·13 August 2026

Leicester City sale: Thai owners seek £200m+ exit after 16 years

Leicester City’s Thai owners are seeking a buyer for the club, with a price tag exceeding £200m, marking the end of a 16-year ownership era. Get the full

International·12 August 2026

Xavi takes Netherlands job: What it means for Barca and world football

Xavi Hernández’s appointment as Netherlands boss until 2030 reshapes both Dutch football and his Barcelona legacy. Here’s what to expect. Get the full

International·12 August 2026

Messi hints retirement after father’s death: What happens next?

Lionel Messi admits doubts over his football future after Jorge Messi’s death. What retirement means for Argentina and club football. Get the full analysis

International·10 August 2026

Forest sue Palace over Gibbs-White gun banner row

Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis is suing Crystal Palace over a fan banner depicting him holding a gun to Morgan Gibbs-White’s head, escalating a

International·10 August 2026

Morocco FA chief Lekjaa tipped for PM role amid football rise

Fouzi Lekjaa’s potential political leap mirrors Morocco’s football ambitions after AFCON and Women’s World Cup success. Get the full analysis, key context and

International·8 August 2026

Jorge Messi’s death: How Lionel’s legacy shaped football’s most famous family

Jorge Messi, father and agent of Lionel Messi, dies aged 68. Exploring his role in shaping one of football’s most iconic careers and dynasties. Get the full

International·8 August 2026

Scotland’s new head coach hunt: who will revive Tartan Army’s fortunes?

Scottish FA identifies preferred candidate to replace Steve Clarke as they aim to appoint a new head coach within two weeks. Get the full analysis, key context

International·8 August 2026

South Korea FA scandal: ‘sexual services’ allegations rock World Cup hosts

South Korea’s football association has apologised over explosive ‘sexual services’ allegations, threatening to overshadow their 2026 World Cup preparations.

International·7 August 2026

Toney assault charge: England striker’s World Cup future in jeopardy

Ivan Toney has been charged with assault causing actual bodily harm following a nightclub incident, raising serious questions about his England career and

International·6 August 2026

Uganda footballer Owori murder: Shocking street attack sparks outrage

Ugandan international David Owori was beaten to death in a suspected robbery outside his home. The tragedy has sparked national mourning and calls for justice.