World Soccer news

• 📈 From 3. Liga to Germany? He could solve Klopp's biggest problem

  15-09-2026 18:46 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📈 From 3. Liga to Germany? He could solve Klopp's biggest problemHardly any German professional footballer has enjoyed such a rapid rise in recent years as Philipp Treu. Just three years ago, the right-back was still playing in the 3. Liga. Back then, nothing — truly nothing — suggested that he would one day feature for the German national team. But things have changed.Treu never took the quick route, always the logical next step instead. From captain of SC Freiburg’s s
  
  Read more

• What are the Premier League rules for academy players?

  16-09-2026 18:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Max Dowman and JJ Gabriel are two of England's highest-rated teenage footballers [Getty Images]Premier League teenagers Max Dowman and JJ Gabriel have both made the headlines in recent days - for very different reasons.Arsenal winger Dowman, 16, starred in their EFL Cup third-round win over Ipswich Town on Tuesday by scoring twice in a 4-2 win at Portman Road.Dowman became the second-youngest player in Premier League history and the youngest player in Champions League history last season.Meanwhi
  
  Read more

• Report Friedkin Group keeps focus on Roma, so could sell Everton over UEFA rules

  16-09-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report Friedkin Group keeps focus on Roma, so could sell Everton over UEFA rulesThe Friedkin Group runs both Roma and Everton, but is reportedly ready to pick the Giallorossi if UEFA co-ownership rules force them to choose between the clubs.The American family-run fund purchased Roma in 2020, then Cannes in 2023, with Everton added to their portfolio in 2024.As Roma’s US President Thomas Daniel Friedkin, wearing a face mask, looks on before the Italian Serie A football match Roma vs Beneve
  
  Read more

• 💣 The champion stays: Louzan confirms De la Fuente will sign new deal

  16-09-2026 18:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💣 The champion stays: Louzan confirms De la Fuente will sign new dealThe president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation, Rafa Louzán, confirmed Luis de la Fuente’s contract renewal as head of the Spanish national team. The coach from La Rioja will extend his tenure with La Roja until 2030.
  The Federation’s full backingDuring the announcement, the top figure in Spanish football was full of praise for La Roja’s coach. “We have the best national team manag
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• Gateshead sign Orient goalkeeper Phillips on loan

  16-09-2026 18:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Noah Phillips has kept three clean sheets in six appearances for Leyton Orient this season [Shutterstock]National League strugglers Gateshead have signed Leyton Orient goalkeeper Noah Phillips on a three-month loan deal.The 21-year-old has made six appearances for the O's this season but boss Richie Wellens said last week that he would be willing to loan him out to gain more experience.Lee Cattermole's side, who play away at Kidderminster on Wednesday, have taken four points from their opening s
  
  Read more

• PSG battle over last minute stadium change set to run after Rennes appeal

  16-09-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PSG battle over last minute stadium change set to run after Rennes appealRennes have made their case for why they don’t want to play away in the return game against PSG later in the season.If you enjoy PSG Talk coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on Google to make us a favourite and see more of our content.PSG’s opening game of the season had some unexpected drama when the Parisians were forced to play away at Rennes instead of at home, because of the wa
  
  Read more

• 🎥 He’s done it again! Paredes sparks a mass brawl 💥🥊

  16-09-2026 18:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🎥 He’s done it again! Paredes sparks a mass brawl 💥🥊He is incorrigible.He will never change. During the night from Tuesday to Wednesday, Leandro Paredes once again made headlines... for the wrong reasons.Playing in the second leg of the Copa Sudamericana quarter-final against Sao Paulo, the Argentine midfielder once again showed his full range when it comes to ruining a match.Cheap shots, tactical fouls, endless rolling around on the ground — the former PSG pl
  
  Read more

• Omar Marmoush insists Tottenham ‘very close’ to turning their season around after dismal start

  16-09-2026 18:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Summer signing Omar Marmoush believes Tottenham are on the verge of finding the key to turn around their dismal start to the season.Roberto De Zerbi’s team have picked up just two points from four Premier League fixtures, with their only goals coming in the Carabao Cup before a 3-1 defeat at Liverpool on Tuesday ended their run.Encouraging signs were nevertheless evident at Anfield, where Spurs outperformed their hosts across various metrics – shots taken, shots on target, possession
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• 'We'll give it to them' - Taylor on West Ham

  16-09-2026 18:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Caleb Taylor says he cannot wait to arrive at The Den for the West Ham game [Getty Images]Defender Caleb Taylor says Millwall will "give it" to West Ham in what he expects to be a very intimidating atmosphere at The Den on Saturday.The hotly anticipated 12:30 BST kick-off is the first Dockers Derby since February 2012 and sees the Hammers arrive top of the Championship after four straight wins, while the Lions are four points back in 11th.Alex Neil has used 24 players in Millwall's opening seven
  
  Read more

• Varfolomeev earns first senior call-up for Ukraine

  16-09-2026 18:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Shutterstock]Lincoln City midfielder Ivan Varfolomeev has earned his first call-up to the Ukraine senior squad for the country's Nations League group matches in September and October.The 22-year-old is making the step up after regular appearances across Ukraine's youth levels.Ukraine are in the same group as Hungary, Georgia and Northern Ireland, with their first match against the Hungarians on Friday, 25 September.All the latest Lincoln City news
  
  Read more

• Garner crucial for Everton's European push

  16-09-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]James Garner's consistent displays last season earned him a first England cap in a friendly against Uruguay in March.He produced a man-of-the-match performance, topping the game for tackles and chances created.After the match, England manager Thomas Tuchel compared him with Uruguay and Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde."He's our mini Valverde," said Tuchel. "He played very, very good. I was quite sure that he will play good because he has this natural confidence and he's jus
  
  Read more

• Arsenal 18yo called up as manager criticises rules

  16-09-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Arsenal 18yo called up as manager criticises rulesMichael O’Neill has criticised the circumstances surrounding Ceadach O’Neill’s position after the Republic of Ireland moved to persuade him to switch allegiance.Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty ImagesCeadach O’Neill has been called up by Northern Ireland for this month’s Nations League fixtures, with manager Michael O’Neill criticising the circumstances surrounding the Arsenal teenager’s international future
  
  Read more

• 2nd Arsenal star wins Player of the Matchweek award

  16-09-2026 18:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  2nd Arsenal star wins Player of the Matchweek awardDavid Raya has won the Premier League Player of the Matchweek award, marking the second time in a row that an Arsenal player has received the accolade.Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty ImagesFollowing Martin Odegaard’s success last week, David Raya has been named the Premier League’s Player of the Matchweek for his performance for Arsenal against Sunderland at the weekend.Raya made what was probably the save of the weekend to deny En
  
  Read more

• Cup exit undoubtedly a blow to players short of minutes

  16-09-2026 18:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]Six points from Ipswich Town's opening four Premier League games, which have included both a win at home and away, is a return I am certain the majority of Blues supporters would have settled for before kick-off against Sunderland last month. A win in the Carabao Cup as well is further improvement on the previous two campaigns, when the Blues fell at the first hurdle to League Two opposition.This week, there was no disgrace for Gary O'Neil's side in losing to Premier League champio
  
  Read more

• How to watch Brighton vs Arsenal live: Stream, TV, team news, prediction

  16-09-2026 18:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Busy Brighton and Arsenal should proffer front-footed football on Saturday when the Gunners visit the Amex Stadium.MORE — Brighton v ArsenalBoth teams faced midweek action in the League Cup, with Arsenal tangling with Ipswich Town on Tuesday and the Seagulls facing off with Manchester United on Wednesday.With both sides in Europe, depth is being tested and Arsenal have dealt with some aches at the back while Brighton's injury list is deeper and focused on the front.Arsenal already have 12
  
  Read more

• 🚨 Line-ups confirmed: Dépor host an in-form Sevilla

  16-09-2026 18:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨 Line-ups confirmed: Dépor host an in-form SevillaRiazor Stadium switches on its lights again this evening (7:00 pm, DAZN) to host the clash between Deportivo de La Coruña and Sevilla FC. The blue-and-white side, managed by Fernando Hidalgo, arrives as the championship’s big surprise, sharing unbeaten status only with FC Barcelona. Backed by the push of their fans, Dépor is expected to rotate, with names like Altimira, Mella, or the eagerly awaited Angeli&ntil
  
  Read more

• Sunderland back in Europe - 'It's been a journey'

  16-09-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Sunderland return to European football for the first time in over 50 years on Wednesday evening in a 'pinch me' moment for supporters. Regis le Bris' side take on AZ Alkmaar in their opening fixture and Sunderland legend Gary Bennett - the club's fifth all-time appearance maker - says the ride to get there has been "unbelievable". "It's been a journey, especially from where Sunderland have come from," Bennett told BBC Radio Newcastle. "From Division One days where we'd been playing at places lik
  
  Read more

• Gnonto: ‘I needed Fiorentina after not positive season with Leeds United’

  16-09-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Gnonto: ‘I needed Fiorentina after not positive season with Leeds United’Wilfried Gnonto admits he ‘missed Italy’ when playing for Leeds United and jumped at the chance to join Fiorentina. ‘I needed something different, as last season was not positive.’The forward was a product of the Inter youth academy, but with limited options for regular playing time, he was sold to FC Zurich in 2020, then moved on to Leeds United in 2022.LEEDS, ENGLAND – APRIL 21: W
  
  Read more

• Barcelona depth leaves Alejandro Balde waiting for his chance

  16-09-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona depth leaves Alejandro Balde waiting for his chanceLeadAlejandro Balde is yet to play a minute for Barcelona this season, according to Barca Blaugranes. Hansi Flick addressed the left-back’s absence when asked about him at a Tuesday press conference, describing a situation shaped by competition for places and Xavi Espart’s unexpected emergence.Flick acknowledged that Balde’s current position is not ideal given his lack of minutes. At the same time, the Barcelona coach
  
  Read more

• 'Farke's stock is getting higher and higher' - is a new deal close?

  16-09-2026 18:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  [Getty Images]BBC Radio Leeds' Johnny Buchan says Daniel Farke's "stock is getting higher and higher" as the Whites look to reward the German with a new deal.Farke - who has recorded improved finishes year on year and achieved 14th-placelast season on the club's Premier league return - is currently in the fourth and final year of his current Leeds contract."Farke's stock is getting higher and higher because of these performances and the way he's managing to orchestrate them," Buchan said after M
  
  Read more

• Botafogo close to announcing new manager

  16-09-2026 17:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Botafogo close to announcing new managerBotafogo is close to announcing Tite as its new head coach, according to ge.With GDA coming in as the club’s new investor, the coach was chosen to lead the project. The contract is expected to run through December 2028.Negotiations moved quickly throughout this week. After an in-person meeting on Monday and intense talks on Tuesday, the club woke up this Wednesday very confident that a deal would be reached. Only a few bureaucratic details remain bef
  
  Read more

• Crystal Palace handed major boost as captain Dean Henderson signs new contract

  16-09-2026 17:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Dean Henderson has committed his long-term future to Crystal Palace, insisting "there was nowhere else" he would rather be as the club prepare for their Europa League debut on Thursday night.The England goalkeeper, who featured in Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup squad this summer and played in the third-place play-off victory over France, has signed a contract extension until 2030.Since joining from Manchester United in 2023, Henderson has made more than 100 appearances for the Eagles and helped
  
  Read more

• Real Madrid keeping tabs on 18-year-old Bayern Munich wonderkid – report

  16-09-2026 17:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Real Madrid keeping tabs on 18-year-old Bayern Munich wonderkid – reportAccording to reports relayed by Bernabeu Digital, Real Madrid continue to monitor the most promising young players in European football, and their latest target could be Bayern Munich brightest prospect Lennart Karl.Indeed, the Spanish capital club are following the development of the young attacking midfielder who, despite being only 18, is already making a name for himself in Germany. His age, potential and attacking
  
  Read more

• How to watch Brentford vs Chelsea live: Stream, TV, team news, prediction

  16-09-2026 17:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Brentford and Chelsea each seek a place in the top four for the international break when they meet at the Gtech Community Stadium on Friday.The host Blues enter Week 5 with seven points, one more than their seventh-place visitors.MORE — Brentford v ChelseaBrentford, meanwhile, are yet to lose this season under Keith Andrews. This will be their toughest test yet, however, as the Bees have beaten rebuilt Spurs and drawn Leeds, Sunderland, and Bournemouth.There should be goals — see the
  
  Read more

• Report: Arsenal ready to push hard for 17-year-old midfielder

  16-09-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Report: Arsenal ready to push hard for 17-year-old midfielderArsenal Transfer Interest in Luca Weinhandl Grows Ahead of January WindowArsenal are among the Premier League clubs pushing hard to position themselves for a possible January move for Luca Weinhandl, with Brighton and Aston Villa also firmly in the picture. According to Caught Offside, the 17-year-old Sturm Graz midfielder has emerged as one of Europe’s most closely watched young talents after eye-catching displays in the Austria
  
  Read more

• DFB Squad leaks | VfB Stuttgart’s Finn Jeltsch set for first Germany call-up while Deniz Undav remains behind

  16-09-2026 17:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DFB Squad leaks | VfB Stuttgart’s Finn Jeltsch set for first Germany call-up while Deniz Undav remains behindFurther details concerning Jürgen Klopp’s first Germany squad continue to emerge ahead of Thursday morning’s official announcement. Get German Football Newsreported earlier on Wednesday that Klopp is expected to work with an unusually large group for the forthcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures.Reports have since linked several more players with places in
  
  Read more

• 🚨XI ready: Celta begin their European campaign against Omonia Nicosia

  16-09-2026 17:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🚨XI ready: Celta begin their European campaign against Omonia NicosiaCelta de Vigo make their UEFA Europa League debut this Thursday (18:45) away to Omonia Nicosia at the GSP Stadium. Claudio Giráldez’s side head into the match in urgent need of a win after six league games without victory. Hit by the absence of Iago Aspas and with the clash against Racing de Santander in mind, the coach will opt for heavy rotation, including Altay Bayindir’s debut in goal.
  Omonia, man
  
  Read more

• O'Neill on Duran, Ibrox 'eye-opener' and finding ways to win

  16-09-2026 17:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Manager Martin O'Neill has been speaking to the media before Celtic's opening Europa League match at home to Ferencvaros on Thursday (20:00 BST)Here are the key points:O'Neill confirmed forward Camilo Duran is fit and available having missed training on Wednesday after travelling to London for a visa in relation to a Colombia call-up.The Northern Irishman insists Celtic are looking to "get off to a decent start" in the Europa League and he may have to make changes to the side given the demands o
  
  Read more

• Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal reveals his two favourite teams to watch in La Liga

  16-09-2026 17:45 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal reveals his two favourite teams to watch in La LigaLamine Yamal is one of the red hot favourites to win the Ballon d’Or this year, with his exceptional performances last season putting him ahead of Rodri and Harry Kane in early trends.Yamal had recently spoken to Jorge Valdano about the Ballon d’Or and whether or not he deserves the crown this year.In the same interview, he was also asked about his favourite teams in La Liga other than Barcelona.What
  
  Read more

• Roma have good and bad news ahead of Inter showdown

  16-09-2026 17:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Roma have good and bad news ahead of Inter showdownRoma received some good and some bad news ahead of their Serie A showdown with Inter, as Wesley and Evan Ndicka returned to training, but Mario Hermoso has an ankle issue.The top two and the only teams with a 100 per cent record after four rounds will go head-to-head at the Stadio Olimpico on Saturday evening, kicking off at 17.00 UK time (18.00 CEST).Inter have quite a few problems to deal with, including the likely absence of Hakan Calhanoglu.
  
  Read more

Follow @WorldSoccerUSA on Twitter!