Francisco Quatrin

The Spanish Football Federation is actively working with UEFA and CONMEBOL to set a date and location for the long-awaited Finalissima between Spain and Argentina. The goal is to schedule the match before the 2026 World Cup, with both federations eager to showcase their champion teams in a global event.

The Spanish giants kick off their campaign in Florida against Saudi side Al Hilal, with former club legend Xabi Alonso making his coaching debut after joining from Bayer Leverkusen.

Manchester City begins its journey in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, facing Wydad Casablanca in their opening match. It's the first edition of the expanded 32-team tournament, hosted in the United States under the new format.

Canada is set to close out the opening round of the 2025 Gold Cup on Tuesday when they host Honduras at BC Place in Vancouver. The Canadians are chasing their first Gold Cup title since 2000 and come into the tournament full of confidence under coach Jesse Marsch.

Facing Inter Milan in their opening game, Ramos sees this as a test of character. “We came here to compete with the best. In football, small details and mindset make the difference. We’re ready to fight.”

Monterrey is set to become the first Mexican club to take the field at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, opening their campaign against Italian powerhouse Inter Milan. Both clubs share Group D with River Plate and Japan’s Urawa Red Diamonds, making this a pivotal opening match for both sides.

This wasn’t the first big-money offer Dybala rejected from Saudi Arabia. Back in August, he received an $80 million proposal from Al-Qadsiah. According to the player, “The private jet was in Rome for three days. It’s not as easy as it seems—everything changes.” He later explained that after speaking with his partner Oriana, they decided to turn down the deal.

With temperatures hovering around 90°F (30°C) and humidity near 75%, Real Madrid is taking extra precautions. Mbappé stayed back at the hotel and hopes to be fit, but the staff won’t force a return in such harsh conditions, especially for a player under the weather.

USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino finally addressed the controversy surrounding Christian Pulisic's decision to skip the 2025 Gold Cup, saying, "I’m not a mannequin. It was my call not to include him."

Nathan “Chelito” Ordaz’s FIFA Club World Cup debut was cut short after just 38 minutes when he took a ball directly to the face and began showing signs of disorientation. LAFC quickly activated the concussion protocol, prioritizing the young striker’s safety.

Jamaica and Guatemala open their 2025 Gold Cup campaigns in California, each looking to claim three crucial points in Group C. With both teams at full strength and no suspensions or injuries reported, the stage is set for a high-stakes battle.

After missing nearly two months with a thigh injury, Ramos returned to action on June 10, playing the first half of Monterrey’s 3–0 win over Atlante.

Joel Campbell, once the attacking heartbeat of Costa Rica’s national team, has been left off the 2025 Gold Cup roster. Coach Miguel “Piojo” Herrera made the decision based on Campbell’s recent dip in form and limited minutes at the club level, signaling a shift in the team’s long-term direction.

Florian Wirtz has officially become the most expensive signing in Premier League history after Liverpool secured the 22-year-old German midfielder from Bayer Leverkusen for a staggering €150 million. The move surpasses Chelsea’s €121 million deal for Enzo Fernández and positions Wirtz as one of the top young talents in global soccer.

"It's not easy to play in this kind of heat," said PSG coach Luis Enrique after their 4-0 win over Atlético Madrid. "The match was clearly influenced by the temperature. It's great for viewers in Europe to watch at that time, but it takes a toll on the teams. We worked hard, and the ambition of our players really stood out. This is how you grow as a team."