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Lionel Messi retires from international football as Argentina legend ends historic 21-year career

Lionel Messi has retired from international football, ending a legendary 21-year Argentina career that delivered the World Cup and two Copa América titles.

Real Madrid smash club record with £120m signing of wonderkid Yan Diomande

Real Madrid have completed the blockbuster signing of RB Leipzig sensation Yan Diomande in a deal worth up to £120 million, with the teenage winger signing a seven-year contract.

Infantino’s World Cup sell-off plan sparks global football civil war

Gianni Infantino's proposal to sell minority stakes in FIFA's commercial operations has triggered worldwide opposition, with critics accusing football's governing body of putting the World Cup up for sale.

Zidane reveals why he rejected every club offer to land dream France job

Zinedine Zidane says he spent five years turning down club jobs because his only ambition was to become France's national team coach.

Chelsea target Danny Welbeck in shock transfer as Xabi Alonso seeks proven Premier League leader

Chelsea are exploring a surprise move for Brighton striker Danny Welbeck as Xabi Alonso looks to inject leadership and Premier League experience into his young squad.

Italy bring back Roberto Mancini as head coach in major Azzurri shake-up

Roberto Mancini has been appointed Italy manager for a second spell, with Claudio Ranieri joining the Italian Football Federation as technical director in a sweeping overhaul of the national team.

Infantino tells FIFA critics to ‘pray, meditate or watch football’ after storm over 2026 World Cup

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has launched a passionate defence of the 2026 World Cup, urging critics to "pray, meditate or watch football" instead of spreading what he called "hate and false rumours."

Victor Osimhen still dreaming of Premier League move despite Galatasaray stance

Victor Osimhen still hopes to play in the Premier League one day, but Galatasaray have made it clear they have no intention of selling the prolific striker this summer.

Chelsea plot shock move for Jordan Henderson after Brentford give green light

Chelsea are leading the race to sign Jordan Henderson after Brentford agreed to let the veteran midfielder leave on a free transfer despite him having a year remaining on his contract.

Real Madrid agree personal terms with Yan Diomande after PSG pull out

Real Madrid have agreed personal terms with RB Leipzig sensation Yan Diomande after Paris Saint-Germain officially withdrew from the race to sign the highly rated Ivory Coast international.

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