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Spain Name World Cup Squad With No Real Madrid Players

Spain, Luis de la Fuente, Real Madrid, Lamine Yamal
25 May 2026

Spain named their 26-man World Cup squad without a single Real Madrid player for the first time in the country’s tournament history. Lamine Yamal was included, while Dean Huijsen and Dani Carvajal missed out on selection.

Luis de la Fuente selected eight Barcelona players and said club origin did not influence his choices. Madrid’s Spanish core has struggled this season, while Barcelona, Atletico Madrid and several Premier League clubs supplied key names.

Shaw Makes City U-Turn With New Deal Until 2030

Khadija Shaw, Manchester City, Chelsea
25 May 2026

Khadija Shaw signed a new four-year Manchester City contract until 2030, reversing expectations that she would leave the Women’s Super League champions. Chelsea had been favourites after renewal talks broke down, but Shaw announced her stay during City’s celebrations.

The striker had just finished as WSL top scorer for a third straight season and won major individual awards. City pushed late to keep their record scorer, with Shaw saying the club still felt like home.

James and Diaz Lead Colombia’s World Cup Squad

James Rodriguez, Luis Diaz, Colombia
25 May 2026

James Rodriguez and Luis Diaz were named in Colombia’s final World Cup squad as the team returns to the tournament after missing 2022. Daniel Munoz, Jefferson Lerma and David Ospina were also included in Nestor Lorenzo’s group.

Rodriguez made the squad despite limited minutes at Minnesota United and a March illness scare. Colombia will prepare with friendlies against Costa Rica and Jordan before facing Uzbekistan, DR Congo and Portugal in Group K.

FIFA Faces U.S. Legal Threat Over Iran Flag Ban

FIFA, Institute for Voices of Liberty, Iran
25 May 2026

FIFA has been threatened with legal action in the United States over reported plans to ban the pre-revolutionary Iran flag at World Cup venues. The Institute for Voices of Liberty has demanded written assurances from football’s governing body.

The group argues the flag is protected symbolic speech in California and the wider United States. FIFA’s venue guidance reportedly treats the flag as political, while Iran’s federation has pushed for respect of its official national flag.

Ronaldo Card Sells for Record $1.35m

Cristiano Ronaldo, Fanatics Collect, Panini
24 May 2026

A rare Cristiano Ronaldo 1-of-1 Panini Kaboom trading card has sold privately for $1.35 million. The sale set a new record for a Ronaldo card and became one of football’s biggest memorabilia transactions.

The 2018 card shows Ronaldo during his Juventus spell and was sold through Fanatics Collect. It ranks behind a $1.5 million Lionel Messi rookie card but above a $1.33 million Pele rookie card.

Simeone Says Alvarez Has Already Made Transfer Decision

Diego Simeone, Julian Alvarez, Atletico Madrid
25 May 2026

Diego Simeone has fuelled uncertainty over Julian Alvarez’s future by saying the striker has already made his decision. Alvarez continues to be linked with Barcelona, Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain before the summer window opens.

Simeone refused to give firm guarantees after Atletico Madrid’s 5-1 defeat to Villarreal, saying the question belonged to Alvarez. His answer added pressure around a player who has attracted interest from several major European clubs.

Mourinho’s Real Madrid Return Held Up by Election Fight

Jose Mourinho, Real Madrid, Florentino Perez, Enrique Riquelme
25 May 2026

Jose Mourinho’s expected Real Madrid return has reportedly been delayed by the club’s presidential election. A verbal agreement is said to be in place, but Florentino Perez must first deal with Enrique Riquelme’s challenge.

The political fight at the Bernabeu has shifted attention away from the managerial announcement. Mourinho is reportedly waiting for Perez to secure his mandate before the club confirms the next major change in the dugout.

Haaland Claims Third Premier League Golden Boot

Erling Haaland, Manchester City, Igor Thiago
24 May 2026

Erling Haaland won his third Premier League Golden Boot in four seasons after scoring 27 goals in 35 league appearances. The Manchester City striker joined Alan Shearer and Harry Kane as a three-time winner.

Haaland missed City’s final-day defeat by Aston Villa but still finished five goals clear of Brentford’s Igor Thiago. Only Mohamed Salah and Thierry Henry now have more Golden Boot wins in Premier League history.

Tottenham Stay Up as West Ham Drop to the Championship

Tottenham Hotspur, West Ham United, Everton, Leeds United
24 May 2026

Tottenham secured Premier League survival with a final-day win over Everton, ending a tense relegation fight and sending West Ham United down despite their victory over Leeds. Spurs finished 17th for the second straight season.

Joao Palhinha scored the decisive goal as Roberto De Zerbi guided Spurs through the pressure. West Ham’s result was not enough because Everton failed to beat Tottenham, leaving the Hammers facing a major rebuild in the Championship.

Hearts Win First SWPL Title as Olid Leaves Perfect Parting Gift

Hearts, Eva Olid, Hibernian, Georgia Timms
24 May 2026

Hearts won the SWPL title for the first time in their history, completing a stunning transformation under Eva Olid. The triumph also secured the club’s first run in European football after years of rapid progress.

Olid announced weeks earlier that she would leave at the end of the season, making the title a huge farewell statement. Hearts held off better-funded rivals after a strong post-split run and a fearless late-season push.

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