Messi, Ronaldo among World Cup stars to feature as LEGO
LEGO has upped the ante ahead of the finals by releasing a range of official minifigures styled on some of the star players set to appear at the tournament this summer.
Konrad Laimer, awarded Austrian player of the year, excels at Bayern Munich, primarily as a right-back under Vincent Kompany, amid contract negotiations.
The 10 best players who won't be at World Cup 2026
World Cup 2026 will feature 48 teams, but notable players like Gianluigi Donnarumma and Benjamin Sesko will miss out due to their nations' failures to qualify.
From shame to pride - inside Europe's most exciting league
The table is so tight that the title race and the fight to survive relegation looks like going to the wire, with teams battling for Europe still also looking over their shoulder at the relegation zone.
Barcelona's Alexia Putellas hails fans on 'magical' Camp Nou night
Barcelona's Alexia Putellas celebrated a record fan turnout as the team defeated Real Madrid 6-0, advancing to the UEFA Women's Champions League semifinals.
Nine-hundred and counting: Messi follows in Ronaldos footsteps - Soccer News
Lionel Messi reached 900 career goals, becoming only the second player after Cristiano Ronaldo to achieve this milestone in competitive football history.
Laporta: Barcelonas door is always open to Messi - Soccer News
Barcelona president Joan Laporta states Messi is always welcome at the club and deserves a statue and tribute match, while the team continues winning under coach Hansi Flick.
Nine-hundred and counting: Messi follows in Ronaldos footsteps - Soccer News
Lionel Messi reached 900 career goals, becoming only the second player after Cristiano Ronaldo to achieve this milestone in competitive football history.
Laporta: Barcelonas door is always open to Messi - Soccer News
Barcelona president Joan Laporta states Messi is always welcome at the club and deserves a statue and tribute match, while the team continues winning under coach Hansi Flick.
Chelsea are considering a shocking move for Messi to add attacking firepower
Chelsea is accelerating plans to secure Rayane Messi, an 18-year-old winger owned by Strasbourg, amid interest from Bayern Munich, Barcelona, and PSG, leveraging its multi-club ownership structure.
Report: Bayern Munich might be looking to sign Messi
Bayern Munich is pursuing 18-year-old French winger Rayane Messi, a low-risk talent currently valued at €1 million on loan at NEOM SC from RC Strasbourg.
Barcelona target clears air around his rumoured contract renewal: 'I have to flatly deny it' | Barca Universal
Nico Schlotterbeck denied nearing a renewal with Borussia Dortmund, indicating ongoing negotiations with new representatives and keeping transfer options open.