West Ham monitoring Dovbyk as Fullkrug replacement

Women’s Champions League draw sets up potential Arsenal-Chelsea, Real Madrid-Barca quarter finals

December 19 – Women’s Champions League holders Arsenal will face OH Leuven in the knockout phase play-off. If they win they will set up an all-Women’s Super League quarter final with Chelsea who have qualified directly to the quarter finals. On the other side of the draw Real Madrid have been paired with Paris FC. If Real Madrid win they will set up a Women’s El Clasico with Barcelona in the quarter final. Read more … The post Women’s Champions League draw sets up potential Arsenal-Chelsea, Real Madrid-Barca quarter finals appeared first on Inside World Football.

Qatar to host Argentina-Spain Finalissima next March

December 19 – Qatar, which has just hosted the final of the Intercontinental Cup between PSG and Flamengo, and the final of the Arab Cup between Morocco and Jordan on consecutive days, will host the men’s Finalissima 2026 at the Lusail Stadium on March 27, 2026. The Finalissima 2026 will see European champions Spain take on South American champions Argentina. Far from being a one-event wonder with the hosting of the 2022 World Cup, Read more … The post Qatar to host Argentina-Spain Finalissima next March appeared first on Inside World Football.

Morocco beat Jordan 3-2 in extra time to win Arab Cup

December 19 – Morocco captured the Arab Cup in dramatic fashion, edging Jordan 3-2 after extra time thanks to two late goals from Abderrazzaq Hamed Allah and a stunning long-range strike from Oussama Tannane. The action started almost immediately, with Tannane’s audacious shot from inside his own half catching Jordan goalkeeper Yazeed Abulaila off guard just four minutes in. Jordan, preparing for their World Cup debut in 2026, fought back in the second half through Ali Olwan, Read more … The post Morocco beat Jordan 3-2 in extra time to win Arab Cup appeared first on Inside World

Saints owner Sport Republic pulls out of Levski Sofia acquisition after Bulgarians baulk at MCO model

December 19 – Sport Republic, the London-based investment firm and owner of Southampton FC, has confirmed that discussions regarding a potential acquisition of PFC Levski Sofia have ended. The decision brings an end to months of speculation regarding the future ownership of the Bulgarian powerhouse. In a statement released yesterday, Sport Republic said that while the talks were constructive, the two parties ultimately hit a roadblock regarding the club’s long-term organisational structure. The primary hurdle cited by Sport Republic was their commitment to a multi-club ownership mo

Man City post £10m loss on £694m of revenue as clubs invests £353m on new players

December 19 – Manchester City reported a pre-tax loss of nearly £10 million in its 2024/25 financial results, marking the club’s first loss since the Covid-impacted 2019/20 season.  Operating expenses continue to rise up to £790 million, an £11 million increase from the previous year, largely due to an additional £15.4 million in other external costs. This pushed the club to an overall operating loss of £93.3 million. On the field, Read more … The post Man City post £10m loss on £694m of revenue as clubs invests £353m on new players appeared first on Inside World Football.

Wasserman buys Spanish women’s player agency Unik

December 19 – Top Hollywood Agency Wasserman has acquired Unik Sports Management, the women’s soccer agency representing some of Spain’s top players. As part of the deal, Unik founder and CEO Carlota Planas will join Wasserman as vice president, global women’s football. Founded in Barcelona in 2020, Unik provides full-service representation, from contract negotiations to commercial marketing development. Its roster features Spain’s Claudia Pina, Mariona Caldentey, Cata Coll, Lola Gallardo, Martina Fernández, and Cristina Martín-Prieto, Read more … The post Wasserman buys Spanish w

NYFC’s Etihad Park Paze’s the way to a fully integrated stadium experience

December 19 – By bringing in online wallet Paze as a founding partner of Etihad Park, New York City FC’s new multi-year partnership with Early Warning Services is leaning into a bigger idea about what modern stadiums are becoming and what role they play in city life. At the heart of the deal is Paze City Square, a public space as part of the stadium footprint. It’s built to function every day, and feel less like a forecourt and more like a neighborhood gathering place. Read more … The post NYFC’s Etihad Park Paze’s the way to a fully integrated stadium experience appeared first on

Walter Papazki takes control of CSKA Sofia after Fond Sport gifts him their shares

December 19 – Bulgarian businessman Walter Papazki has taken control of top tier club PFC CSKA Sofia. After Fond Sport transferred all their shares to him without cost. The new came via a statement from the CSKA – Red Hearts Foundation that was established in 2025 by Papazki to provide financial, institutional and media support to CSKA. The Foundation says its aim is to raise the club’s reputation and unite supporters as well as to provide support to former players. Read more … The post Walter Papazki takes control of CSKA Sofia after Fond Sport gifts him their shares appeared fir

AC Milan launch Saudi academy in Jeddah with SportPlex

December 19 – AC Milan and SportPlex are opening a new AC Milan Academy in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – the club’s first in the country. In January 2026, the famed AC Milan Method will come to young Saudi players, teaching them football skills alongside lessons that matter off the pitch. The academy fits with Saudi Vision 2030’s push to grow sports and get more people active across the country. The Rosseneri is teaming up with SportPlex, Read more … The post AC Milan launch Saudi academy in Jeddah with SportPlex  appeared first on Inside World Football.

Bruno Fernandes clarifies Manchester United sale comments as 'different path' revealed

Red Devils captain claims to have turned down two transfer offers

Allegri turns attention to top four battle after Supercoppa exit

Massimiliano Allegri called for calm among AC Milan supporters, insisting that his team must remain focused on their primary objective of finishing in the top four of Serie A. Allegri’s comments came after Milan were dumped out of the Supercoppa Italiana semi-finals on Thursday, with the Rossoneri falling to a 2-0 defeat to Napoli at […] The post Allegri turns attention to top four battle after Supercoppa exit appeared first on Soccer News.

Oliver Glasner hails Crystal Palace youngsters but reveals club is ‘on track’ to sign new players in January

A much-changed Eagles had to settle for a Conference League playoff place after a 2-2 draw against KuPS

Oliver Glasner issues Crystal Palace transfer update as Eagles face Conference League play-off

Eagles forced to rely on four academy talents amid fixture congestion worries

Conference League: AEK Larnaca, Mainz and Rayo Vallecano clinch top-eight berth

Karol Angielski’s 83rd-minute winner sent AEK Larnaca through to the last 16 of the Conference League following a narrow 1-0 win over Shkendija at AEK Arena. Larnaca started matchday six in 10th place and a point adrift of a place in the top eight, appearing set to settle for a place in the play-offs until […] The post Conference League: AEK Larnaca, Mainz and Rayo Vallecano clinch top-eight berth appeared first on Soccer News.

Crystal Palace 2-2 KuPS: Glasner´s team forced to settle for Conference League play-offs

Crystal Palace were forced to settle for a play-off place in the Conference League after playing out a 2-2 draw against 10-man KuPS at Selhurst Park on Thursday. Despite introducing the likes of Jean-Philippe Mateta and Eddie Nketiah late on, Palace could not find a way past KuPS’ defence as they finished 10th in the […] The post Crystal Palace 2-2 KuPS: Glasner´s team forced to settle for Conference League play-offs appeared first on Soccer News.

Crystal Palace 2-2 KuPS: Eagles face Conference League play-offs after dropping more points

Oliver Glasner’s side went frustrated by ten-man visitors

Crystal Palace 2-2 KuPS: Eagles settle for Conference League playoff after clawing back point against 10-man visitors

Oliver Glasner opted for a much-changed Palace line-up

Markovic, Louis, Simmonds headline 2026 MLS Draft picks

The 2026 MLS Draft took place on Thursday with 90 selections being made over three rounds. NC State’s Nikola Markovic was the No. 1 pick in the draft, joining DC United for the next chapter in his career. FC Dallas made the No. 2 and 3 picks on Thursday, selecting Ricky Louis from Georgia Southern ... Read more

Only a victorious World Cup campaign will satisfy England captain Kane

England captain Harry Kane believes only lifting the trophy at next year’s World Cup will be enough to satisfy the Three Lions’ squad and supporters. Thomas Tuchel led England to a flawless qualifying campaign for FIFA’s flagship tournament, winning all eight of their matches while scoring 18 goals and conceding none. Indeed, England have won […] The post Only a victorious World Cup campaign will satisfy England captain Kane appeared first on Soccer News.