Crvena Zvezda and UEFA
28 August 2026

UEFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against Crvena Zvezda after supporters displayed banners glorifying convicted war criminal Ratko Mladic during their Europa League match against Viktoria Plzen. The Serbian club also posted images of the banners on its official social channels.

UEFA listed three alleged offences, including racist or discriminatory behaviour, transmitting a message unfit for a sporting event and improper team conduct. The Srebrenica Memorial Center also contacted UEFA, arguing the club’s own publication made the issue institutional rather than purely supporter behaviour.

Rangers and Celtic supporters
28 August 2026

Rangers will provide Celtic with only 300 tickets for their Scottish League Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on 13 September. The sharply reduced allocation follows the March Old Firm disorder and comes after both clubs received Scottish Cup stadium closures.

Rangers said the lower allocation would improve ticket-holder accountability, segregation and entry controls after reviewing the Blackbourne Report and recent incidents. Around 8,000 Celtic supporters attended the March Scottish Cup meeting, making the new allocation a major reduction.

Arturo Ruiz and Brighton Women
28 August 2026

Brighton have appointed Arturo Ruiz as their new women’s head coach following Dario Vidosic’s sudden departure. The 29-year-old Spaniard signed a contract until 2029 and will take charge once his work permit is finalised ahead of the WSL season.

Ruiz arrives from Real Sociedad after previous managerial spells with Atletico Madrid and Granada. Brighton moved quickly because Vidosic left only a week before their league opener against Arsenal, creating an immediate need for leadership before the new campaign begins.

Al-Hilal, Al-Khaleej and supporters
28 August 2026

More than 50 supporters reportedly fainted as extreme heat and humidity overshadowed Al-Hilal’s 5-1 Saudi Pro League win over Al-Khaleej. Medical teams treated affected fans inside the stadium, while many others left their seats before the second half began.

Conditions at Prince Mohammed bin Fahd Stadium became increasingly difficult as the match continued, according to the supplied report. Most supporters headed toward the exits around half-time, while stadium staff provided first aid to those who collapsed in the stands.

Fatih Tekke and Trabzonspor
28 August 2026

Trabzonspor have rejected head coach Fatih Tekke’s resignation after their 5-0 aggregate Europa League qualifying defeat to Ferencvaros. Tekke offered to leave immediately after the second leg, but the club described his decision as emotional and refused it.

Trabzonspor will instead continue with Tekke as they drop into the Conference League. The decision creates a substantive managerial development after the European elimination, with the club choosing continuity despite a heavy defeat and immediate resignation attempt.

Nicolo Tresoldi, Italy and Germany
28 August 2026

Club Brugge striker Nicolo Tresoldi has chosen to switch international allegiance from Germany’s youth system to Italy after discussions with coach Roberto Mancini. Italy are now waiting for FIFA approval before potentially selecting him for September’s Nations League squad.

Tresoldi was born in Cagliari, holds Italian citizenship and scored 12 goals in 24 Germany Under-21 appearances. FIFA’s one-time change rules permit the switch because he has not played an official senior match for Germany.

Argentina, Leandro Paredes, Nahuel Molina and FIFA
28 August 2026

FIFA has approved Argentina’s request allowing suspensions for Leandro Paredes and Nahuel Molina from the World Cup final brawl to be served in Class A friendlies as well as official matches, significantly reducing their competitive impact.

Paredes received a 10-match suspension and Molina seven matches after incidents following Argentina’s final defeat to Spain. Argentina can now schedule friendlies to clear those bans faster, while the association also received a fine and partial stadium restrictions.

Cristian Kily Gonzalez and Inter Miami
28 August 2026

Inter Miami have appointed Cristian Kily Gonzalez as their new head coach, replacing Guillermo Hoyos following a five-match winless run. Gonzalez will formally take charge once his work permit is approved, with Hoyos remaining temporarily in position.

The 52-year-old previously coached Rosario Central, Union and Platense in Argentina and played alongside Lionel Messi for the national team in 2005. Miami sit second in the Eastern Conference but have struggled since the World Cup break.

Dario Vidosic and Brighton Women
28 August 2026

Brighton manager Dario Vidosic is leaving the Women’s Super League club just one week before the new season begins. His exit follows Brighton’s best WSL finish and their first Women’s FA Cup final during his two seasons in charge.

Vidosic said he was leaving to pursue a new opportunity and begin another chapter with his family. Brighton now face an urgent managerial transition before hosting Arsenal, with Arturo Ruiz reportedly among potential successors and Angel City linked to Vidosic.

Celtic and Rangers
28 August 2026

Celtic and Rangers have both been ordered to play their next home Scottish Cup matches behind closed doors following disorder at last season’s quarter-final. Each club must also pay £100,000 to the opponent drawn for that fixture.

The sanctions follow pitch incursions, fireworks, missiles, police injuries and arrests after Celtic’s shootout win at Ibrox. A further home closure could be imposed if either club’s supporters commit more unacceptable conduct in this season’s Scottish Cup.