Santos lost 0-6 at home to Vasco da Gama in the Brazilian Serie A, putting Neymar in tears and causing Cleber Xavier to be fired. Former manager Jorge Sampaoli is the top candidate to return with the squad, which
Chelsea wrapped up their pre-season in style with a commanding 4-1 win over 10-man AC Milan at Stamford Bridge. Summer signings Liam Delap and João Pedro scored three goals between them, while Croatian legend Luka Modrić made his Milan
Barcelona produced a dominant display in the Gamper Trophy, thrashing Como 5-0 at home. Lamine Yamal and Fermín López each scored twice, Raphinha added another, and new goalkeeper Joan García impressed on his debut as the Blaugrana ended preseason
Harry Maguire called Cristiano Ronaldo’s comeback to Manchester United “incredible” but “disappointing.” Maguire told Rio Ferdinand’s podcast that Ronaldo’s presence energised the dressing room but contrasted with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s high-pressing tactics, frustrating both the team and Ronaldo.
Manchester United edged Fiorentina 5-4 on penalties to claim the Snapdragon Cup at Old Trafford, securing their third trophy in just three months. With new signing Benjamin Šeško unveiled and David de Gea given an emotional farewell, the Red
Crystal Palace claimed their first-ever Community Shield after edging Premier League champions Liverpool 5-4 on penalties, following a thrilling 2-2 draw at Wembley.
Arsenal fell 2-3 to Villarreal at the Emirates in their fourth pre-season friendly, marking their second straight defeat. Goals from Gyökeres’ debut performance and Ødegaard’s penalty weren’t enough as the Yellow Submarine capitalised on defensive lapses. A post-match penalty
Portuguese football legend Jorge Costa has passed away at age 53 after suffering a cardiac arrest at FC Porto’s training ground. As captain, he led Porto to UEFA Champions League glory in 2004 under José Mourinho. Tributes pour in
Marcus Rashford scored his debut goal as Barcelona crushed Daegu FC 5-0 in a preseason friendly in South Korea. Gavi netted twice, Lewandowski added one, and the La Liga champions wrapped up their East Asia tour with three straight
Liverpool defeated La Liga side Athletic Club twice at Anfield, winning 4-1 and 3-2 to conclude their preseason campaign. Cody Gakpo scored a hat-trick, while 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha impressed with a goal and assist. The Reds showed strong form
