Pedro Porro: We Gave Our All to Reach Dream World Cup Final
Pedro Porro, the Spanish national team defender and standout player of the World Cup semifinal, shared his feelings with AS following Spain’s victory over France. The Spanish side managed to neutralize a formidable opponent and secure their place…
Didier Deschamps: France ‘Devastated’ After Spain Defeat, Questions Refereeing
France’s head coach Didier Deschamps reflected on his team’s 0-2 defeat to Spain in the World Cup semifinal, a result that now sets them up for the third-place playoff. While acknowledging Spain’s dominance throughout the match,…
Frenkie de Jong Returns to Barcelona with Serious Knee Injury from World Cup
The summer preseason for the Catalan club has begun with troubling news, according to Marca. Dutch international midfielder Frenkie de Jong arrived early for his medical examination, where doctors discovered a serious knee injury. The player sustained…
Spain Defeats France 2-0 to Secure Spot in 2026 World Cup Final
Spain’s pragmatic and flawless team performance effectively ended France’s hopes of reaching the final of the 2026 World Cup early. Luis De la Fuente’s side capitalized on their chances and expertly contained the attacking threat led by Kylian Mbappe,…
FIFA Introduces Advanced Trionda Final Ball for 2026 World Cup Semifinals
FIFA has unveiled the new match ball for the decisive fixtures of the World Cup, according to BBC reports. The gold and black ball, named Trionda Final, will be used in the semifinals, the third-place playoff, and the final match on Sunday. This ball…
Lennart Karl Nears Bayern Return Following Muscle Injury Recovery
Bayern Munich’s 18-year-old striker Lennart Karl has taken another important step in his recovery ahead of the new Bundesliga season. On Tuesday, July 14, Karl participated in his first ball training session since his injury at the club’s Zebener Straße…
Mason Greenwood Completes €40M Transfer from Marseille to Fenerbahçe
English striker Mason Greenwood has officially transferred from Marseille to Fenerbahce. The transfer fee is reported to be around 40 million euros, excluding bonuses. The 24-year-old Manchester United academy graduate leaves the French club after two…
Folarin Balogun Reflects on FIFA’s Reversal of His World Cup Red Card
United States forward Folarin Balogun admitted that FIFA’s unprecedented decision to lift his suspension just before the Round of 16 match against Belgium created significant tension within the team. Balogun had received a straight red card in the…
Didier Deschamps Sets World Cup Coaching Record in Spain Semi-Final
Didier Deschamps set a unique historical record during the 2026 World Cup semifinal against Spain. The 57-year-old coach, who has won the World Cup both as a player and as a manager, marked his 26th World Cup match in charge. With this milestone, the…
Bournemouth Secures Alvaro Rodriguez from Elche for €25 Million
The sixth-placed team in the English Premier League has completed a significant transfer by signing forward Alvaro Rodriguez from Spanish side Elche. This move marks Bournemouth’s first acquisition since Marco Rose took over as head coach. The…