Xabi Alonso’s time at Real Madrid has come to an abrupt end after just seven months in charge. Following mixed results and mounting pressure, the club has turned to Álvaro Arbeloa to steady the season and lead the next chapter at the Bernabéu.

Barcelona lifted the Super Cup after edging Real Madrid 3–2 in a thrilling El Clásico final. Raphinha starred with a decisive brace, while Robert Lewandowski and late Madrid goals from Vinícius Jr. and Gonzalo García turned the night into a high-drama spectacle under the global spotlight.

Real Madrid edge Atlético Madrid 2–1 in the Spanish Super Cup semi-final as Federico Valverde and Rodrygo score decisive goals, despite Alexander Sørloth’s late response in a tense Madrid derby.

Manchester United’s decision to sack Rúben Amorim has sparked fresh debate about direction and leadership at Old Trafford. After months of mixed results and growing internal tension, the Portuguese coach’s exit raises urgent questions about what went wrong and what comes next for both club and manager.

Manchester United ended 2025 with a 1–1 Premier League draw at Old Trafford as Wolves showed resilience in Manchester, cancelling out Joshua Zirkzee’s opener to claim a valuable away point.

Arsenal turned second-half pressure into goals as Gabriel, Zubimendi, Trossard and Gabriel Jesus powered a 4–1 win over Aston Villa, closing 2025 in emphatic Premier League fashion.

Archie Gray’s 42nd-minute goal sealed a narrow 1–0 win for Tottenham over Crystal Palace in a tightly contested Premier League fixture on 28 December 2025.

Fulham secured a narrow 1–0 Premier League win over Nottingham Forest at Craven Cottage, with Raúl Jiménez’s late first-half penalty proving the difference in a tightly contested match.

Espanyol shocked San Mamés with a composed 2–1 win over Athletic Club as Carlos Romero and Pere Milla struck for the visitors. Alejandro Berenguer’s goal wasn’t enough to stop Athletic from slipping at home in a tightly contested La Liga clash.

On his birthday, Kylian Mbappé’s career stands as a testament to modern football greatness. From World Cup glory to record-breaking club achievements, the French superstar has redefined excellence at a remarkable pace and his journey is still unfolding.

Lionel Messi’s visit to India became more than a headline moment, capturing the passion of millions of fans and highlighting the country’s deep-rooted love for football. From cultural impact to inspiration for young players, Messi’s presence reinforced India’s growing connection with the global game.

Inter Miami CF made history last night by lifting their first-ever MLS Cup, defeating the Vancouver Whitecaps 3–1 in a dramatic final powered by Lionel Messi’s playmaking brilliance. With two decisive assists from the Argentine maestro — including the setup for Rodrigo De Paul’s match-winner — and a stoppage-time strike from Tadeo Allende, Miami delivered a landmark victory that marks a new era for the club. This triumph not only cements Miami’s rise as an MLS powerhouse.

By reaching 100 Premier League goals in 111 appearances, Haaland becomes the fastest-ever player to hit the century mark — eclipsing Alan Shearer’s 124-match record. His goal-scoring rate remains phenomenal — around 0.9 goals per game — underscoring his ruthless efficiency in front of goal. At just 25 years old and under contract until 2034, Haaland is perfectly positioned to challenge the Premier League’s all-time scoring record, already belonging to Shearer.

On Sunday night at Montilivi, Girona delivered a resilient performance to take a point from Real Madrid: final score Girona 1 – 1 Real Madrid. The hosts struck first through a powerful strike just before half-time; Real fought back after the break via a penalty converted by Kylian Mbappé, but couldn’t find a winner despite late pressure. Match Timeline & Key Moments Minute Event Scoreline ~45′ (before HT) Azzedine Ounahi fires a brilliant strike past the keeper to give Girona

Vitinha delivered one of the most complete midfield performances of the season last night, scoring a brilliant hat-trick that showcased his intelligence, technique, and growing dominance in Europe. From dictating PSG’s tempo to finishing like a seasoned attacker, the Portuguese maestro proved why many now consider him the best midfielder in world football.

Kylian Mbappé delivered one of the greatest individual Champions League performances of the modern era, scoring an astonishing four goals to lead Real Madrid to a dramatic 4–3 comeback win over Olympiacos in Piraeus. In a night packed with chaos, counterattacks and relentless pressure from the hosts, Mbappé’s brilliance proved unstoppable — turning an early deficit into a statement victory that will echo throughout Europe.

Explore the 2025 power ranking of world football’s top 25 defenders. Full profiles, strengths, tactical roles, and why each star makes the elite list.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s cryptic “Back 🟡🔵” post has gone viral, arriving just days after his headline-making meeting with Donald Trump. Explore what the emojis might mean, the context behind the message, and how fact-checking clears the noise around Ronaldo’s latest online moment.

Spain secure World Cup qualification after a 2-2 draw with Türkiye last night, with La Roja topping Group E while Türkiye head to the UEFA play-offs.

Troy Parrott’s dramatic hat-trick against Hungary sends Ireland into the 2026 World Cup play-offs. Read how the 23-year-old AZ Alkmaar striker scored five goals in two games to keep Ireland’s qualification hopes alive. The Republic of Ireland scored both goals in the first half, with striker Troy Parrott netting twice. While the Irish number seven was having one of his best nights, the number seven on the other side, the greatest number seven- was having one of his worst.