Arda Guler gave Sergen Yalcin a dream start to his first game in charge with a stunning free-kick, but it was not enough. Belgium hit back twice in three minutes, both times down the same flank, to win 2-1 in Izmir, keep their Nations League quarter-final hopes alive and confirm Turkiye's relegation from League A.
Harry Kane has officially etched his name into the history books as England's most-capped player of all time. By leading the line against Croatia at Wembley, the Three Lions captain has reached a milestone that many thought might never be surpassed.
Andy Robertson will draw level with Sir Kenny Dalglish's Scotland record of 102 caps against North Macedonia on Friday, but the captain insists the night belongs to his old Liverpool mentor and friend. Robertson says he will only ever stand alongside Dalglish in numbers, and that the 75-year-old will always be the greatest player his country has produced.
Netherlands head coach Xavi Hernandez has officially handed the captain's armband to Frenkie de Jong for the ongoing international break. The Barcelona midfielder is leading the Oranje in the absence of Virgil van Dijk, who is sidelined with physical discomfort.
Lionel Messi has been named an MLS MVP finalist for the third consecutive season, while Philadelphia Union star Cavan Sullivan has become the youngest player ever shortlisted for the award. The 17-year-old USMNT midfielder joins Messi, Nashville SC’s Hany Mukhtar, FC Cincinnati’s Evander and Houston Dynamo’s Guilherme among the five finalists announced by MLS on Thursday.
Roma have been sanctioned by UEFA following violent scenes involving their supporters during a recent European away day in England. The governing body has imposed a financial penalty and a suspended travel restriction as concerns mount regarding the club's upcoming continental fixtures.
Mauricio Pochettino is expected to start work as Manchester United head coach next Thursday, leaving him just three days on the training ground before his first game in charge at Anfield. The 54-year-old will take the United States through both legs of their CONCACAF Nations League quarter-final against Haiti before flying to Manchester to replace the sacked Michael Carrick.
Bayern Munich's attacking options are set for a significant lift during the ongoing international break. Colombian star Luis Diaz has achieved a major milestone in his recovery process, rejoining his teammates on the grass for the first time in several weeks.
Harry Maguire has told Michael Carrick he will "always be a legend" after Manchester United sacked their head coach on Thursday morning. United sit 18th in the Premier League with just eight points from their first 10 matches, their worst start to a domestic campaign in 40 years, and Mauricio Pochettino is now set to take over in the Old Trafford dugout.
FC Andorra manager Carles Manso has confirmed that goalkeeper Jesus Owono is still considering his future in the sport. The 25-year-old remains away from the squad as he processes the tragic events surrounding the death of Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel.
Alan Shearer has named Ezri Konsa as the Premier League's player of the season so far, insisting the Arsenal summer signing has been so good that nobody has even noticed William Saliba's absence. The England defender has been an ever-present for Mikel Arteta's league leaders, and Saliba's looming return from a back injury now leaves the Gunners with a big selection call.
AC Milan have been handed a significant reality check in their pursuit of rising star Nicolo Tresoldi. Despite the striker's open desire to move to San Siro, Club Brugge are prepared to play hardball over his valuation. The Belgian side have established a massive price tag for the forward following his explosive form in European competition.
Liverpool have found themselves at the centre of a heated dispute regarding the fitness of Dominik Szoboszlai following a controversial incident in their recent victory over Crystal Palace. Despite visible discomfort and a heavily bandaged knee, the midfielder was allowed to continue playing at Selhurst Park, sparking fury from observers in his homeland.
Josh King has been included in a senior England squad for the first time, and Darren Bent has told GOAL that a “big move” for the “special” 19-year-old playmaker will happen “sooner rather than later”. The talented teenager has already taken the Premier League by storm at Fulham, attracting interest from Arsenal and Liverpool, and is considered to have plenty of potential that can still be unlocked - particularly in the goal contribution department.
The countdown to the first-ever South American Women's World Cup has officially entered its final stages as world football’s governing body outlines the path to glory. With exactly one month until the glitz and glamour of the drawing ceremony in Rio de Janeiro, the technical framework that will shape the group stages for the 32-team tournament is now set in stone.
Kevin De Bruyne could be heading for a sudden Napoli departure this winter amid mounting reports of dressing room tensions in Italy. PSV Eindhoven have already initiated contact with the Belgian midfielder as they explore a high-profile transfer for the upcoming January window.
Hanami - the Japanese tradition of losing oneself in the beauty of cherry blossoms moves to Turin. However, these aren't flowers, but the new Juventus away shirts.
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