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Source: Italy sound out Guardiola as next coach
Italy have sounded out the possibility of appointing Pep Guardiola as their next coach after missing out on this summer's World Cup, a source told ESPN.
FIFA to investigate players clash after WC final
FIFA has opened a disciplinary investigation into the ugly scenes that marred the end of Sunday's World Cup final when players and coaches of Argentina and Spain clashed on the field.
Messi sends heartfelt thanks to Argentina fans
Argentina star Lionel Messi sent a heartfelt thank-you to his fans on Monday, one day after the defending champions fell to Spain 1-0 in extra time at the World Cup final in New Jersey.
🦆 Ranking the World Cup's best viral moments
Forget the football! These meme-worthy moments helped make the 2026 FIFA World Cup one of the most memorable in history.
Sources: Messi on hiatus for next 2 Miami games
Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul will take some time before rejoining Inter Miami CF for the MLS season following their participation in the FIFA World Cup with Argentina, sources told ESPN.
Kevin Keegan dies at 75 after cancer diagnosis
Former Liverpool, Newcastle United and England striker Kevin Keegan has died aged 75 after being diagnosed with cancer.
Laimer signs new 3-year deal with Bayern Munich
Bayern Munich defender Konrad Laimer on Monday signed a new three-year deal with the club.
Topps to release 1-of-1 card of Messi, baby Yamal
Topps is creating a trading card of a photo that became a sensation during the World Cup of Argentina's Lionel Messi holding Spain's Lamine Yamal, the company said Monday.
Spain World Cup champions return home for parade
Spain's World Cup-winning team returned home on Monday, where the 26-man squad is due to meet with Spain's royals and Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez.
Stargazing: Inside the last days of Spain's quest ...
There was something in the air as Spain prepared for the World Cup final. No, not the smoke of Canadian wildfires, but a certain inevitability.
Ex-Villa striker Duran joins seventh club aged 22
Former Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran joins Benfica on a season-long loan from Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr.
Gallery: Spain celebrate World Cup triumph in Madrid
Thousands of fans take to the streets of Madrid as the Spain squad enjoy a bus parade after winning the World Cup.
Fifa opens investigation into Argentina post-final trouble - what happens next?
Argentina will face an investigation into the ugly scenes at the end of the World Cup final, Fifa has confirmed.
Messi says 'pain is immense' after losing World Cup final
Lionel Messi says "the pain is immense" and that it "will take time to heal" after Argentina lost 1-0 to Spain in the World Cup final.
Guardiola in reported talks with Italy - would England come calling?
Former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola, a fluent Italian speaker, is a contender for the vacant Italy head coach job.
Thank you for making this a World Cup to remember on the BBC
BBC Director of Sport Alex Kay-Jelski's message as BBC Sport delivers a record-breaking World Cup across TV, radio, online and social.
Uefa president boycotts World Cup final in protest against Fifa
Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin did not attend the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain in protest against Fifa.
Rodri's stock at all-time high as he adds to trophy collection
Rodri cements status as one of the world's best midfielders after World Cup and Golden Ball triumphs.
Gifted, charismatic and passionate amid highs and lows - Keegan obituary
The positivity and vibrancy Kevin Keegan brought made him a cherished figure within the game, writes chief football writer Phil McNulty.
Newcastle, Liverpool and England legend Keegan dies
Former England captain and manager Kevin Keegan dies at the age of 75, seven weeks after he revealed he had been diagnosed with stage four cancer.