Kick Off: Sané has surgery, French Olympic squad was announced without Mbappé

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Top Headlines

OFFICIAL: Thiago announces retirement expressing gratitude to everyone

Thiago Alcantara has retired from football after the end of his injury-affected spell with Liverpool. 

OFFICIAL: Leroy Sané undergoes minimally invasive groin surgery

 The 28-year-old is now expected to join team training at the end of July with the rest of the players who competed at the Euros.

France’s Olympic squad: Lacazette and Olise lead the attack, Mbappe missing

France U23 manager Thierry Henry has confirmed his 18-man squad for the upcoming Olympic Games tournament, which will begin later this month.

These Things Happen

BBC defend their 'Misstiano Penaldo' caption and claim the coverage is balanced

The BBC have responded to criticism and complaints received after captioning a missed Cristiano Ronaldo penalty in the Euro 2024 last-16 clash with Slovenia 'Misstiano Penaldo'.

Yamal's 14 chances creation ranks third in Spain, only behind Xavi and Fàbregas

The Euro 2024 is underway, with Spain set to face France in the semi-finals. According to Opta statistics, Yamal has created 14 goal-scoring opportunities in this tournament, ranking third in Spain's national team history for chances created in a single European Cup.

Ref Anthony Taylor 'set to be SNUBBED for the final of Euro 2024' and sent home

Anthony Taylor is reportedly set to miss out on officiating the Euro 2024 final amid a couple of contentious decisions, including the refusal to award hosts Germany a penalty, that resulted in thousands petitioning for his censure.

Power of football! Netherlands concert turns into celebration after comeback win

After the Netherlands team defeated Turkey and returned to the Euro semi-finals for the first time in 20 years, a Netherlands musician shared an interesting detail on his social media.

Barca communicate plan to sign Nico Williams – Chelsea willing to double salary

Barcelona President Joan Laporta made a surprise appearance on Catalunya Radio on Monday morning, and even more surrprising were his declarations. Promising good news soon, Laporta also stated that the Blaugrana were in a financial position to sign Nico Williams.

Zlatan delivers Man Utd good news over £34m transfer as path becomes clear

AC Milan advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic claimed Joshua Kirkzee is "the past" - clearing the way for Manchester United to sign the striker.

Man Utd make final Mason Greenwood transfer decision after 'constructive' talks

Mason Greenwood is set to join Marseille in a permanent deal – with Manchester United moving closer to selling their £35million-rated outcast.

Romano: Marseille have sent formal bid to Manchester United for Mason Greenwood

🚨🔵⚪️ Understand Olympique Marseille have sent formal bid to Manchester United for Mason Greenwood!

Man Utd double announcement imminent as players return for pre-season training

Manchester United are set to announce TWO new arrivals after the club’s return to pre-season.

Netherlands vs England: Harry Kane, Luke Shaw and Cole Palmer selections debated

(4-2-3-1): Pickford; Walker, Stones, Guehi, Shaw; Rice, Mainoo; Saka, Bellingham, Foden; Kane

MU star McTominay’s stunning girlfriend puts on busty display in daring outfit

CAM READING has wowed fans with a busty display as she wore a daring outfit.

Moment Bellingham consoles Akanji after England's Euro 2024 shoot-out win

This is the heartwarming moment Jude Bellingham consoles a devastated Manuel Akanji after England's penalty shoot-out win over Switzerland at Euro 2024.

Man United are 'very close' to agreeing £34m deal for Bologna striker Zirkzee

Manchester United are expected to meet Joshua Zirkzee’s £34million release clause in the coming days with talks over a move for the Bologna forward at an advanced stage.

Real Madrid to meet with Jorge Mendes this week to discuss potential exit

Real Madrid will sit down with super-agent Jorge Mendes to discuss the future of Ukrainian goalkeeper Andriy Lunin this week. The 25-year-old has a year left on his deal and could leave the club this summer.

Barcelona reach agreement on terms for 21-year-old central defender

Barcelona have reached an agreement with Los Angeles FC to sign Mamadou Mbacke on a permanent deal, after he spent the season on loan at Barca Atletic. The Blaugrana will bring the 21-year-old back in to be a key part of Rafael Marquez’s side again next season.

Agent arrives at Barcelona offices to discuss exit of midfielder

Barcelona midfielder Oriol Romeu has reportedly requested to leave the club this summer, and it looks likely that he will exit the club. A return to Girona has been frequently touted in recent months.

What They Say

Scaloni: "How would it fare if inviting a European team to the Copa America"

Argentina national team coach Scaloni expressed in the press conference his desire to invite a European team to participate in the Copa America.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic BANISHES former Liverpool star from AC Milan dressing room

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has announced that a former Premier League star has been demoted to AC Milan's youth team after being told he is no longer part of the club's plans.

Rodri: "I don't trust what the French say about Mbappé"

"Be the player that you are; and can make the difference," Rodrigo said in a pre-match press conference where he appeared optimistic: "We go without any fear, we know we can beat anyone."

Toni Kroos – ‘Germany is not the same country it was due to mass immigration’

Politics have been a major theme at Euro 2024 in recent weeks, Turkey defender Demiral and Daku are banned for espousing a far-right symbol, France players speak out en masse against the far-right in France.

A Brazilian fan: "I called for Dorival to be fired and he flipped me off"

Recently, a Brazilian fan discussed a conflict he had with the Brazilian national team after their elimination on social media.

Michael Olise explains Man Utd snub after completing Bayern Munich transfer

Michael Olise has pointed to the chance to win titles at Bayern Munich as the reason he snubbed Manchester United to join the Bundesliga giants.

'We have the money to sign Nico Williams today' – Barcelona President Laporta

Much of the reporting around the club states that the Blaugrana still need to complete several deals and sales in order to think about doing so.

Keane and Neville: CR7 should take a step back from international football

Roy Keane, Gary Neville and Ian Wright are in agreement that Cristiano Ronaldo needs to leave international football behind him.

De la Fuente: Yamal must adapt to 'reality' of heavy treatment at Euro 2024

Lamine Yamal must appreciate the "reality" of rough treatment by opponents at Euro 2024, so says Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente, ahead of Tuesday's last-four meeting with France.

Shaw claims Saka is a Man Utd fan and says ‘ask anyone in England squad'

BUKAYO SAKA was left stunned by Luke Shaw's claim he is a Manchester United fan.

Fixtures of the Day

EURO

Spain VS France 2024/7/9 20:00 UTC

Copa America

Argentina VS Canada 2024/7/10 1:00 UTC