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Deschamps eyes Italian national team after leaving France
After 14 years at the helm of the French national team, Didier Deschamps confirmed that he will leave the post after the World Cup and is already analyzing his next challenge. The coach, who is seeking his second World Cup title as commander, admits to being available to take over the troubled Italian national team, according to information from the Italian newspaper 'La Gazzetta Dello Sport'.
Read full analysis →The 'crazy' journey of Marc Guéhi between FA Cups, titles and unexpected finals
In just over 12 months, Marc Guéhi experienced the greatest emotions that football can offer. The English defender was captain of Crystal Palace in the FA Cup conquest against Manchester City, lived through the humiliating elimination by Macclesfield Town and is now on the other side, wearing the Citizens' jersey in another decision against Chelsea.
Read full analysis →Neuer renews with Bayern and guarantees: "I can continue performing at this level"
Manuel Neuer has written another chapter in his history with Bayern Munich. The captain renewed his contract for another 12 months, remaining at the club until June 2027. The renewal comes on the eve of the Bundesliga decision against Köln, this Saturday, at the Allianz Arena, where the 40-year-old goalkeeper is expected to lift the trophy for the 13th time in 15 seasons.
Read full analysis →Arsenal x Burnley: Leaders face tactical challenge against relegation zone
Arsenal and Burnley face off on Monday in a decisive match for the Premier League. The Gunners, leaders of the English Championship, arrive with an unbeaten streak of five games and ample favoritism in the betting houses. Burnley, on the other hand, occupies dangerous positions in the table and urgently needs points to escape the relegation zone.
Read full analysis →Bayern intensifies bid for Anthony Gordon in million-dollar negotiation
Bayern Munich has advanced in negotiations to sign Anthony Gordon from Newcastle. The 25-year-old English striker has been out of the English club's last games, and coach Eddie Howe admitted that the absence is related to planning for the next season. The clubs are discussing values that revolve around $540 million.
Read full analysis →Without Zaha: Ivory Coast releases World Cup list with surprises
The Ivorian team announced this week its list of 26 players for the 2026 World Cup, scheduled to start in June in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The biggest absence is that of Wilfried Zaha, a 33-year-old veteran striker who failed to secure a spot despite being called up for the African Nations Cup (AFCON) earlier this season.
Read full analysis →Aston Villa x Liverpool: Decisive Confrontation in the Final Stretch of the Premier League
The match between Aston Villa and Liverpool this Friday night represents one of the most anticipated games in the final stretch of the English season. With Villa favored by the bookmakers, the teams arrive at different moments in the table and with different objectives. Analysis of the data reveals a balanced duel that can define important paths for both teams in the standings.
Read full analysis →Pickford and Rooney: A Conversation Between Everton and England Legends
Jordan Pickford gave a revealing interview to the Wayne Rooney Show, where the two former Everton teammates discussed their trajectories with the English national team and the expectations for the World Cup. The 32-year-old goalkeeper recently broke the record for consecutive clean sheets by an England goalkeeper and aims to become the best in history in the position.
Read full analysis →The Unpredictable Journey of Marc Guéhi Between Glories and Setbacks in the FA Cup
Marc Guéhi stars in one of the most fascinating narratives in the recent history of the FA Cup. In just 12 months, the English defender experienced opposing extremes: he lifted the trophy with Crystal Palace, was eliminated by a sixth-division team, and now attempts to conquer the title again, this time wearing the Manchester City jersey. The final against Chelsea this Saturday represents another chapter in this unpredictable trajectory.
Read full analysis →Pickford talks about World Cup dreams and Everton's future
Jordan Pickford opened up on Wayne Rooney's program, discussing Everton's progress, the pressure of being England's number one, and the desire to win the World Cup. The goalkeeper highlighted the importance of a winning mentality and how Rooney's advice has shaped his career since the youth categories.
Read full analysis →Carragher reconhece erro e elogia volta de Casemiro ao Manchester United
Após ter afirmado em maio de 2024 que Casemiro estava "acabado" no alto nível, o ex-zagueiro do Liverpool Jamie Carragher publicou uma retratação no jornal The Telegraph, reconhecendo que a crítica foi prematura. O volante brasileiro, agora sob a liderança de Michael Carrick, voltou a ser peça-chave no meio-campo dos Red Devils, contribuindo tanto defensivamente quanto ofensivamente. A reversão de opinião de Carragher ilustra como avaliações precipitadas podem ser revisadas diante de novos desempenhos em campo.
Read full analysis →Crisis at Real Madrid exposes lack of leadership and Mbappé sparks new controversy
The public argument between Kylian Mbappé and Álvaro Arbeloa has exposed an authority crisis at Real Madrid that goes beyond the four lines. The French striker, questioned for his off-field attitude, has again generated controversy by criticizing the coach's decision not to start him against Oviedo, increasing the temperature at an already delicate moment for the Merengues.
Read full analysis →Serious Injury Rules De Ligt Out of 2026 World Cup and Worries Manchester United
Manchester United confirmed this week that defender Matthijs de Ligt will undergo back surgery and will not participate in the 2026 World Cup. The 26-year-old defender has not played since the end of November and, despite efforts to avoid surgery, had to accept the corrective procedure.
Read full analysis →Manchester United close to confirming Carrick as permanent coach
Manchester United is in advanced negotiations with Michael Carrick to take over as permanent technical coach, according to ESPN information. The former midfielder, who took over interimly after Ruben Amorim's dismissal in January, has become the main candidate for the position and may have his contract signed in the next few hours.
Read full analysis →João Pedro could be the ideal successor to Lewandowski at Barcelona
With Robert Lewandowski's contract nearing its end, Barcelona is already looking for alternatives to lead the attack. João Pedro, from Chelsea, emerges as the main candidate and presents a profile that fits Hansi Flick's game proposal.
Read full analysis →Farke demands more from Leeds and warns: I'm not the right choice to maintain status quo
Coach Daniel Farke made it clear that he does not accept continuing at Leeds United just to keep the team in the Premier League. After guaranteeing permanence in the elite with three rounds in advance, the German stated that he needs to believe in a growth project to continue in command of the Whites.
Read full analysis →Championship Approves New Financial Rules and Changes the Landscape of English Football
The Championship clubs have massively voted in favor of implementing the Squad Cost Rules (SCR) from next season, marking a significant change in the financial control of the second tier of English football. The new structure aligns the English Championship with the Premier League and promises real-time monitoring of club finances.
Read full analysis →Luisão Criticizes Ancelotti's Experiments and Warns of Lack of Starting Team in the National Team
Former Brazilian national team defender and Benfica idol, Luisão, gave an exclusive interview to Trivela and did not spare criticism of Carlo Ancelotti's work at the helm of the Canarinho. The 44-year-old veteran, who played in the 2006 and 2010 World Cups, stated that the Italian coach's constant experiments may compromise Brazil's chances in the 2026 World Cup.
Read full analysis →Manchester City x Chelsea: the contrast of models in the FA Cup final
This Saturday's FA Cup final pits two management models against each other, representing the opposing faces of modern football: Chelsea, controlled by a private investment fund, and Manchester City, owned by an Emirati consortium. In addition to the dispute for the trophy, the confrontation carries parallel narratives that promise to make the game at Wembley even more intriguing.
Read full analysis →The Call of Ancelotti and the Bets for the Selection in the 2026 World Cup
The Brazilian national team is about to meet its representatives in the 2026 World Cup. Next Monday, 18, at 17h (Brasília time), Carlo Ancelotti will announce at the Museum of Tomorrow, in Rio de Janeiro, the definitive list with 26 players. The preliminary list sent to FIFA contains 55 names, including Neymar, who has not yet played any match under the command of the Italian coach.
Read full analysis →Carrick close to taking permanent command of Manchester United
Manchester United has advanced in negotiations with Michael Carrick to make him the permanent coach after an impressive campaign as interim. The 44-year-old former midfielder secured Champions League qualification and was recommended by the board to owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
Read full analysis →Family as the foundation: how Florian Wirtz became Germany's hope
Florian Wirtz represents the new phase of the German national team. Raised in a completely football-dedicated family environment, the Liverpool midfielder carries the expectation of millions of fans seeking to regain the brilliance of 2014.
Read full analysis →Michael Carrick set to take permanent command of Manchester United
Michael Carrick is close to being confirmed as Manchester United's permanent manager after an impressive campaign as interim. The 43-year-old former midfielder will sign a two-year contract with an option for an additional 12 months and has already secured the club's return to the Champions League next season.
Read full analysis →Trionda: the ball that translates the essence of the most global Cup in history
The official ball of the 2026 World Cup carries more than cutting-edge technology. Named Trionda, it synthesizes the triple nature of the tournament to be played in three countries, unites national symbols in its design, and incorporates advances that promise to directly influence the game. Understand what's behind the object that will be the protagonist on the field.
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