- Jul 25
Chelsea in talks to sign Aston Villa set-piece coach Austin MacPhee, who helped Villa to 29 goals last season
The Scottish coach is leaving Villa after five years and seeking a new challenge, with Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr also interested.
- Jul 4
Eight national team coaches out as Nagelsmann resigns from Germany after World Cup penalty exit
Julian Nagelsmann resigned as Germany's head coach following a penalty shootout defeat to Paraguay in the round of 16, becoming the eighth manager to leave his post at the 2026 World Cup.
- Jun 28
Scotland manager Steve Clarke resigns after group-stage exit at 2026 World Cup
Steve Clarke, Scotland's most successful manager, stepped down after the team failed to reach the knockout rounds, finishing third in Group C behind Brazil and Morocco.
- Jun 28
Colombia tops group, Messi scores again as World Cup group stage ends with late drama
Argentina's Lionel Messi netted his sixth goal of the tournament in a 3-1 win over Jordan while Colombia held Portugal to a goalless draw to top Group K, setting up a round-of-16 lineup filled with dramatic late twists.
- Jun 14
Scotland edges Haiti 1-0 in World Cup opener, first win in 36 years
Scotland began their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 1-0 victory over Haiti, their first win at the finals since 1990. John McGinn's deflected first-half goal sent them top of Group 3.
