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BERLIN (AP) – The German Football Federation (DFB) is seeking compensation for players who represent Germany at youth level and then choose to represent another country.”We cannot understand at all why a player who has been primarily coached by his club for five years and has also been coached by the federation as a junior partner can transfer from one national association to another for free,” the DFB said. Managing Director Andreas Rettig He told news agency DPA on Tuesday.German-born Juventus star Kenan Yildiz represents Turkey and has played for Türkiye’s youth teams. Eintracht Frankfurt’s Can Uzun also quit Germany…
TThe NFL announced it will strictly enforce a clear bag policy for the league’s first official game in Spain, scheduled for Sunday, November 16th at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. The measures are in line with the NFL’s global safety standards and are aimed at ensuring a safe environment for the thousands of fans expected in the Spanish capital and facilitating rapid testing at the entrance.The policy states that all allowed bags must be clear, made of plastic, vinyl, or PVC, and no larger than 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches. Spectators are strongly advised not to bring luggage of…
Premier League managers have called on Howard Webb to change VAR to eliminate mistakes currently being made in the use of technology by first teams.LMA wants referee Howard Webb replaced(Image: Charles McQuillan – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)Premier League leaders have met with PGMOL chief Howard Webb to request changes to VAR. Richard Bevan, chief executive of the League Managers’ Association, says they want to play at the top level with a new staff structure.The LMA is calling for referees to be paired with specific video assistant referees so that partnerships can be formed. They believe this will result in more…
The number of long throw-ins has increased significantly in the Premier League this season, and Jamie Carragher believes the trend is a major setback for the league.Jamie Carragher is concerned about an increase in long throw-ins this season(Image: Sky Sports)Jamie Carragher has claimed the Premier League’s full adoption of long throw-ins this season is a sign of regression. The former Liverpool defender is concerned that the product is being diluted and giving fans less interesting football.Long throw-ins have been notable in the Premier League this season, with an average of four per game, up from just 1.5 in the 2024/25…
Ruben Amorim hung Manuel Ugarte out to dry at Manchester United’s team meeting at the end of last season, according to reports. The Uruguayan midfielder has so far failed at United since arriving from Paris Saint-Germain for an initial £42 million in August last year. When Ugarte joined the club last November, it was hoped that Amorim would be able to get the best out of Ugarte, having worked together successfully at Sporting.But 12 months on from Amorim’s appointment, Ugarte is still searching for his best form at Old Trafford. He has started just three games this season, including one…
Spain and Lamine Yamal, France and Kylian Mbappé, and Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo are close to confirming their place in the 2026 World Cup.Erling Haaland’s 12 goals so far have taken Norway closer to qualifying for the World Cup for the first time since before he was born, pushing Italy towards a play-off spot. The four-time champion suffered a shocking loss. In the past two editions.Germany also risks not being able to advance directly as European group winners. The Germans could face Slovakia in Leipzig on Monday.European World Cup qualifiers will resume on Thursday and six days later a further…
FFormer Barcelona legend Andrus Iniesta has been charged with aggravated fraud in Peru as authorities investigate failed sports and music events promoted under companies linked to the 2010 World Cup winner.The Peruvian public prosecutor’s office has launched a preliminary investigation following complaints from Gucho Entertainment SAC and several local investors, who claim they have poured about $600,000 into projects backed by NSN Barcelona, of which Iniesta is chairman, and its South American subsidiary NSN Sudamrica.According to official documents, Iniesta used his global prestige to persuade Peruvian businessmen to invest in major events such as international friendly soccer matches and K-pop…
Wolves were considering appointing Rob Edwards from Middlesbrough as their next manager and despite their approach being rejected, the Championship club sacked the manager ahead of Saturday’s match.November 8, 2025, 11:11Updated November 8, 2025 11:18Rob Edwards will not take over as Middlesbrough manager on Saturday as his relationship with Wolves continues.Wolves’ move to sign Rob Edwards appears to be one step closer after Middlesbrough opted to sack their manager ahead of Saturday’s game against Birmingham City.Molineux officials say the former player is the frontrunner to replace Vitor Pereira, who was sacked following last weekend’s defeat to Fulham. Middlesbrough initially rejected…
Steven Gerrard is reported to be a candidate after three candidates were floated to be Middlesbrough’s next manager. Boro are looking for a new manager ahead of Rob Edwards’ controversial move to Wolves after just five months in charge at Riverside. The Championship promotion hopefuls are expected to receive a hefty £3m fee after Edwards, 42, agreed a three-and-a-half year deal.His appointment is likely to be decided on Tuesday. Gerrard is one of three managers Middlesbrough are considering, but they are not rushing to make a decision. Joining the Liverpool legend on the shortlist are former Boro player and manager…
○None of Spain’s top soccer analysts believes it’s already clear that Barcelona will eventually replace Robert Lewandowski – his name is Flynn Rubarez.Julio Maldonado, popularly known as ‘Maldini’, said on the ‘Despejados’ podcast that the Argentine striker would be the ideal number nine when Lewandowski’s contract expires in June 2026, just before the Polish star turns 38.When asked who Barra should target to lead the next era, Maldini confidently answered, “Julin Rubares.” He pointed out that Rubares, who is currently shining under coach Diego Simeone with nine goals in the first 15 games of the season, is exactly the type…