Renato Sanches, a 29-year-old Portuguese midfielder, has denied claims that his recurring physical problems are due to a lack of professionalism. The statement comes from an interview with the Portuguese newspaper "A Bola".
The Bundesliga has confirmed the start and end dates for the 2027/28 season. According to the official Bundesliga website, the new season will kick off on 20-22 August 2027.
Botafogo's coach Tite has dismissed speculation that he is at risk of being sacked, despite the team's poor form in the Brasileirão. According to Globo Esporte Futebol, the team has won only one game since Tite took over as coach.
Valentijn Driessen has expressed his disappointment with Eredivisie clubs for not taking the KNVB Beker seriously, according to VoetbalPrimeur. The columnist for De Telegraaf believes that these clubs should prioritise the importance of Dutch football.
Mouad Hassan played against FC Utrecht in a recent cup match, according to VoetbalPrimeur. The report confirms that Hassan made a half-hour appearance for Kozakken Boys in their 0-1 loss to FC Utrecht.
Manchester City is in the Champions League for women stuck on a draw again. The English team played 1-1 against Paris Saint-Germain in their own Joie Stadium.
The CBF has requested an investigation into a threat made by the president of the Gaviões da Fiel, Alexandre Domênico, against referees. The request was made to the São Paulo Public Prosecutor's Office, which will now analyse the case.
Carlo Ancelotti has called three Serie A players for Brazil’s friendly matches against Japan and Singapore, according to Football Italia. The Italian coach is naturally keeping a close eye on Serie A football to identify form players for his Seleçao.
FC Utrecht have confirmed their progression to the second round of the KNVB Beker, following a hard-fought 1-0 win over Kozakken Boys on Thursday evening. Voetbal International reports that the Domstedelingen struggled to assert their dominance, despite fielding their strongest lineup.
Heracles Almelo, the top team in the first division, was knocked out of the cup tournament by De Treffers, a team from the second division, with a 1-0 victory in the first round (NOS Voetbal).