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MLS vs. Egypt, commissioner hits back at Hassan and Messi over Salah issue, at center of controversy
Mohamed Salah announced he would be leaving Liverpool at the end of the season, but several offers, including a move to Major League Soccer, were quickly floated to secure the Egyptian star. However, the sporting director of the Egyptian national team, Ibrahim Hassan, warned “Mo” about this, claiming that he would be forgotten and that “I don’t remember Messi anymore.” MLS Commissioner Don Garber responded.Gerber defended Messi and MLSWith Salah’s future club uncertain, Hassan advised the 33-year-old forward to sign with a club in Europe or at least join Cristiano Ronaldo in the Saudi league. “A move to Major League…
England stars Eberechi Eze, Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka and Noni Madueke are four of Arsenal’s ELEVEN players who have withdrawn from international duty.March 31, 2026, 08:51Updated March 31, 2026 09:34Manager Tuchel spoke before England vs. Japan (Image: 2026 The FA)England manager Thomas Tuchel admitted the fact that 11 Arsenal players had withdrawn from international action was “suspicious”, but insisted there was no doubt as to the sincerity of the withdrawal of the Three Lions’ star quartet.Ebelesi Eze was sent off before Friday’s 1-1 draw with Uruguay, while Noni Madueke limped out of the game and returned to Arsenal. Declan Rice…
The Croatian took charge purely on a temporary basis following the sacking of manager Tomas Frank in February, but managed just seven games in north London before leaving the club by mutual consent. Currently sitting 17th in the Premier League table and just one point above the relegation zone with seven games remaining in the 2025-26 season, De Zerbi face a huge challenge to turn their fortunes around at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. And former Spurs goalkeeper Friedel says the 46-year-old must put tactical sophistication aside and focus instead on regaining the trust of the squad as a whole if…
ATLANTA (AP) — Francisco Trincão scored in the 37th minute, Joao Félix added another in the 59th and Portugal defeated the United States 2-0 in a friendly Tuesday night, snapping the United States’ eighth straight loss to a European opponent.American star Christian Pulisic was moved from the wing to the top of the attack, but was unable to capitalize on two good scoring chances.Pulisic, who only played in the first half, has not scored in eight matches for his national team until November 2024 and 12 matches against AC Milan since December 28. The United States, which is preparing to…
TThe decisive day of the UEFA Playoffs leading up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup ended with matches that will decide the fate of several European teams. In a matter of minutes, the last available tickets were decided, and with it the entire picture of the group stage of the 2026 World Cup.With this official result, the scenario is also clear for the Mexican national team, which already knows that it will be a European rival in the next World Cup.Who will Mexico face in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup?Following the results of the playoffs, it was…
England will face Ghana in the World Cup final on June 23, but the African nation has sacked manager Otto Addo after consecutive defeats to European nations.Otto Addo gives instructions to Antoine Semenyo during the defeat to Germany, hours before being sacked as Ghana manager (Image: 2026 Getty Images)Ghana sacked coach Otto Addo just 72 days before the start of the World Cup. The Black Stars are England’s second group opponents on June 23, but Ghana took the ax after suffering four consecutive defeats.There was also a time when Ghana failed to qualify for the African Cup of Nations despite…
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — In what was probably the last home appearance for the Argentina national team. lionel messi On Tuesday night, he scored a goal and provided an assist in a 5-0 win over Zambia in a farewell friendly ahead of the game. world cup.The 38-year-old Messi set up Julián Alvarez’s goal in the fourth minute and scored in the 43rd minute. La Bombonera Stadium His goal in Buenos Aires was his 116th international goal in 198 appearances for Argentina.The crowd gave him a standing ovation and implored him to help Argentina win the World Cup again. The…
WWith just over two months until the 23rd FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 11, the global soccer landscape is almost completely painted over. Only two spots remain in the historic 48-team tournament, which will be filled tonight when Democratic Republic of the Congo take on Jamaica and Iraq take on Bolivia. After a dramatic final week of UEFA qualifying, 46 countries have now confirmed their spots. Sweden punched the ticket with a heart-stopping goal in the second half. Meanwhile, Turkey qualified for the World Cup for the first time since 2002 (in the same group as the United…
Florian Wirths has explained how he overcame the difficult early stages after joining Liverpool in a £116m deal from Bayer Leverkusen in the summer.Florian Wirtz has improved as the season has progressed (Image: Alex Grimm/Getty Images)Florian Wirtz has revealed that he spoke frequently to German manager Julian Nagelsmann during his difficult early days at Liverpool. Werts arrived at Liverpool with high expectations thanks to his £116m price tag, but did not get off to the best start on Merseyside.The 22-year-old playmaker attracted attention with his performances and impressive attacking ability, joining from Bayer Leverkusen. He made 45 appearances for Leverkusen…
England suffered a loss to Japan. (Image: Getty)England played in a way that called into question their World Cup qualification in a 1-0 defeat to Japan thanks to a first-half goal from Kaoru Mitoma. The Brighton star is used to playing against English opponents given his experience in the Premier League and was in the perfect position to score a counter-attack in the first half. Japan had a chance to further extend their advantage as Thomas Tuchel’s side ended the international break in very disappointing fashion.Following their draw with Uruguay, hosts England, without Harry Kane through injury, lacked any real…