Como, Cesc Fabregas, Cremonese, AC Milan
24 May 2026

Como qualified for the Champions League for the first time after beating Cremonese 4-1 on the final day of Serie A. AC Milan’s defeat to Cagliari allowed Cesc Fabregas’ side to leap into fourth.

Como’s win came with late chaos as Cremonese had three players sent off after a controversial penalty. Roma also won to finish third, while Milan dropped into the Europa League and Juventus missed the Champions League places.

Sunderland, Chelsea, Regis Le Bris, Trai Hume
24 May 2026

Sunderland completed a remarkable rise by beating Chelsea 2-1 to qualify for the Europa League. Four years after playing in League One, the newly promoted side finished seventh and secured European football for the first time in decades.

Trai Hume scored as Sunderland capped a season built on smart recruitment, strong home form and Regis Le Bris’ organisation. Their win over Chelsea completed another statement result and confirmed one of the league’s biggest overachievement stories.

Bournemouth, Andoni Iraola, Nottingham Forest, Marco Rose
24 May 2026

Bournemouth secured Europa League qualification after a 1-1 draw at Nottingham Forest, giving Andoni Iraola a European farewell before leaving the club. The result completed a record-breaking Premier League season for the Cherries.

Bournemouth finished sixth after extending their unbeaten run and setting a new club points record. Iraola leaves after transforming their style, while incoming coach Marco Rose inherits a squad already carrying European momentum.

Arsenal, Mikel Arteta, Crystal Palace
24 May 2026

Arsenal lifted the Premier League trophy after beating Crystal Palace 2-1 on the final day, ending a 22-year wait for the title. Mikel Arteta’s side now turn toward the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain.

Arteta said the title changes what the Arsenal shirt represents and raises expectations for more trophies. The club are also preparing contract talks with him and further summer backing after last year’s heavy squad investment.

Leicester City, Charlton Athletic, Rick Passmoor
24 May 2026

Leicester City’s five-year stay in the Women’s Super League is over after a penalty shootout defeat to Charlton Athletic in the relegation play-off. The result completes a bleak season for the club’s women’s side.

Leicester finished bottom of the WSL with just two wins and a heavy negative goal difference before losing their final lifeline. The drop brings questions over budgets, contracts, King Power Stadium use and Rick Passmoor’s future.

Notts County, Salford City, Martin Paterson, Karl Robinson
Ahead of 25 May 2026

Notts County and Salford City will meet in the League Two play-off final at Wembley, with both clubs chasing promotion to League One. Only one place and one point separated them in the regular-season table.

Salford are trying to reach the third tier for the first time under their high-profile ownership group, while Notts are chasing a return after 11 years. Both arrive with clear history, pressure and promotion stakes.

Girona, Mallorca, Elche, Real Oviedo
23 May 2026

Girona were relegated from La Liga after a 1-1 draw with Elche left them short of safety, only two years after finishing third. Mallorca also went down despite beating Real Oviedo 3-0 on the final day.

Mallorca finished level on points with Osasuna and Levante but dropped because of the head-to-head tiebreaker. Celta Vigo secured Europa League qualification, while Getafe took the Conference League spot after beating Osasuna.

Iran, FIFA, Mehdi Taj
24 May 2026

Iran will move their World Cup training base from Tucson to Tijuana after FIFA approved the late switch. Federation president Mehdi Taj said the new Mexico base better suits security, logistics and visa concerns before group matches.

Iran will still play scheduled games in California and Seattle, but the team now plans to prepare across the border. The move follows months of tension over visas, security arrangements and concerns linked to the U.S.-Iran conflict.

Kamal Miller, Theo Bair, Canada, Jesse Marsch
24 May 2026

Kamal Miller and Theo Bair have reportedly been told they will not make Canada’s World Cup squad. The decision removes two bubble players, including Miller, who started all three of Canada’s matches at the 2022 tournament.

Bair’s injury-hit second half of the season weakened his case, while Miller’s lack of pace became a concern in Canada’s high-line system. Their omissions may point to better fitness news for Promise David, Alfie Jones or Moise Bombito.

Stockport County, Bolton Wanderers, Dave Challinor, Steven Schumacher
Ahead of 24 May 2026

Stockport County and Bolton Wanderers are set to meet in the League One play-off final, with both clubs chasing a return to the Championship. Dave Challinor is aiming to complete Stockport’s long climb back from non-league football.

Stockport enter with recent Wembley experience after their Vertu Trophy final defeat, while Bolton are trying to erase last season’s play-off final pain. Bolton will be without captain Eoin Toal after a significant hamstring tear.