Barcelona dominated possession and created chance after chance but left their own stadium with nothing. A Cubarsi red card, an Alvarez free kick masterclass and a Sorloth sucker punch gave Atletico Madrid a stunning 2-0 first leg lead. The second leg at the Metropolitano on April 15th is now a must-win for Hansi Flick's side.

Four World Cup titles. Legends that defined the sport. And yet Italy will miss a third consecutive World Cup after a penalty shootout defeat to Bosnia and Herzegovina. Gattuso is gone. The federation president has resigned. Buffon has walked away. Italian football is in its deepest crisis in decades and the rebuild cannot wait any longer.

Thomas Tuchel has pulled Saka and Rice from the England squad just weeks before the 2026 World Cup. With ten Arsenal players missing international duty this month and Noni Madueke picking up a knee injury, England's pre-tournament preparations have hit serious turbulence. Here is everything you need to know.

Kylian Mbappe was unstoppable at Gillette Stadium as France edged Brazil 2-1 in a compelling World Cup 2026 dress rehearsal. Despite Upamecano's red card, Les Bleus refused to buckle — Ekitike's cool finish with ten men sealed a result that sent a warning to every World Cup contender. One goal now separates Mbappe from Giroud's all-time France scoring record.

Barcelona’s season changed in a single defining moment. A fearless Lamine Yamal, a commanding Raphinha, and renewed confidence turned doubt into belief and reshaped the campaign from that night onward.

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.