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Spain have won the most important prizes of the 2026 World Cup, with Pau Cubarsi as the best youngster and Rodri as the best player. Unai Simon became best goalkeeper.
Marcos Llorente, Atlético Madrid winger and Spanish international, expresses his admiration for the relaxed attitude of young teammates such as Lamine Yamal, Gavi and Pedri during the World Cup final against Argentina. According to Llorente, the top talents played without tension and seem hardly aware of the immense pressure that comes with such a match. Spain's new crop impresses with their maturity and imperturbability on the highest stage. These qualities can bring Spain success again in the future.
2026 World Cup consolation final: France vs England at Hard Rock Stadium (Miami). Score at the time of writing: 4-1 for England. Mbappé scored in the 48th minute on a pass from Michael Olise; Earlier, Rice, Konsa and Saka (twice) scored for the English.
Alessandro Bastoni's agent has confirmed that the Inter defender is happy at the club and is not considering a move to Al Hilal.
PSG wants to sign Rodri from Manchester City, but is competing with Real Madrid and Barcelona. Any deal is complex given the Spaniard's status at City.
Bayer Leverkusen confirms the transfer of talent Luca Erlein from Hoffenheim and signs him until 2030.
Roma are considering Santiago Castro (Bologna) for the striker. Bologna asks for approximately 40 million euros; Dovbyk can serve as a medium of exchange. Nicolò Tresoldi remains an alternative, but Club Brugge is holding on to around 50 million euros.
Arzignano Valchiampo brings in Mattia Signoroni (2007) with a three-year contract. The midfielder starts his first season in Serie C and speaks of ambition and eagerness to learn.
Daizen Maeda leaves Celtic for Ipswich Town and speaks on Instagram of the “most special chapter” of his life in Glasgow, with special thanks to fans and city.
Abdukodir Husanov has extended his contract with Manchester City until 2031 and shares his joy at this new phase in his career.
