- Jul 27
Transfer journalists Romano and Plettenberg clash publicly on X over Diomandé-to-Real Madrid report
Fabrizio Romano called the Yan Diomandé-to-Real Madrid deal done; Florian Plettenberg called it a 'pseudo-agreement.' The dispute escalated when Romano posted old private messages from Plettenberg asking for career advice.
- Jul 26
Arsenal pursue Vinicius Jr with 160m euro price tag, Liverpool target Barcola and Guimaraes deadline looms – transfer gossip
Arsenal are exploring a move for Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr with a reported price of 160m euros, while PSG want £145m for Bradley Barcola. Arsenal also accelerate talks for Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes.
- Jun 15
Amad Diallo's 90th-minute strike gives Ivory Coast 1-0 win over Ecuador
Amad Diallo scored a dramatic 90th-minute winner as Ivory Coast beat Ecuador 1-0 in their Group E opener at the 2026 World Cup, ending Ecuador's 19-match unbeaten run.
