Soccer (FIFA)

Soccer (FIFA)

When asked by talkSPORT about the Spurs rumours, Dyche laughed: 'Ah, it's brilliant, honestly. I was in the pub and this guy goes, 'Ah, you're meant to be in talks with Spurs tonight?' And I say, 'I'm sat next to you having a pint of Guinness, so it's unlikely, unless you work for Spurs!'

Leeds United could be set to part ways with Japanese international Ao Tanaka this summer, as the club adopts an open-minded stance regarding the midfielder's future.

Mexico will play three friendlies in preparation for the World Cup 2026, starting with a match against Portugal at Azteca Stadium, followed by games against Belgium and Serbia.

Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou stated, 'We're focused on what's to come and not getting into that [topic]. The answer from us would be what our federation said, and that's all we're looking forwards.'

I'm immensely upset for hurting Ipswich's fanbase and admit mistakes have been made. The staff are hurting. Elements of the fanbase are hurting. So are elements of our local community. That upsets me immensely.

Senegal's head coach, Pape Thiaw, stated, 'We know we're African champions. It's clear in our minds that competitions and trophies are won on the pitch.'

In Belgium, the international friendly is being broadcast completely free on RTL Play. You will need to find the RTL TVI channel for coverage.

Fenerbahce has been fined a total of 50,500 by UEFA for fan-related incidents during the Europa League match, which included damage to seating and the use of flares.

Hungary have failed to qualify for the 2026 World Cup finals, despite having the likes of Dominik Szoboszlai and Milos Kerkez in the team. It is a bitter disappointment for the Hungarians, one they have to accept and move on.

Sammie Szmodics was transferred to hospital yesterday having sustained a head injury during extra-time of the play-off against Czechia. Following further tests and a period of observation, he has been safely discharged from hospital - and will continue his recovery under the care of the Republic of Ireland & Derby County medical teams.

The 2026 World Cup is getting closer and we will soon know the identities of all 48 teams who will compete at the finals this summer.