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Sofia Conti
Latest football coverage by Sofia Conti.
Sofia Conti reports on player news, competition storylines, and key updates from the global soccer game.
Mohamed Salah has described his relationship with Liverpool supporters as a blessing ahead of his final appearance for the club, with the forward set to close a trophy-laden nine-year spell at Anfield against Brentford.
France’s World Cup squad numbers are now official. Kylian Mbappe keeps No. 10, Mike Maignan takes No. 16, Brice Samba wears No. 1, and late call-up Robin Risser is assigned No. 23.
The Premier League’s final afternoon arrives on May 24 with every fixture kicking off at 16:00 BST and every match available live on Sky Sports platforms in the UK.
Achraf Hakimi is set to appear before the investigating chamber of the Court of Appeal of Versailles on Friday, in a significant step in the legal process surrounding the rape accusation made against him over alleged events from February 2023.
Germany have named their squad for the 2026 World Cup, with Manuel Neuer returning from international retirement and set to feature at the tournament for a fifth time.
Ousmane Dembélé has moved to calm concerns over his fitness after limping off against Paris FC, saying he expects to be ready for PSG’s Champions League final against Arsenal.
Brazil’s latest World Cup squad announcement delivered an emotional scene as Neymar, now 34 and back at Santos, reacted in tears before taking a video call from Barcelona winger Raphinha.
Corentin Tolisso admitted Lyon’s 4-0 loss to Lens was a major disappointment after results elsewhere left the door open for a bigger reward. The OL midfielder also reflected on being left out of France’s 26-man World Cup squad, insisting he has no regrets over a season he believes was the best of his career.
The 2025-26 Ligue 1 season ended with nine matches played at once and the European places swinging throughout the evening. Lille lost at home but still secured Champions League football, Marseille finished strongly, Lyon slipped out of the top three, and Monaco emerged as the night’s biggest casualty.
New York City’s idea to honour football greats before the 2026 World Cup has triggered a sharp reaction from parts of the Irish community, with Thierry Henry’s proposed inclusion reviving memories of the handball that helped end Ireland’s 2010 qualification hopes.
Arjan Wijngaard’s collection is more than a display of retro kits. It is a carefully catalogued archive built through travel, community, and a deep attachment to football’s local identities.
The 2026 World Cup is framed by expansion, expense and politics, but the football remains compelling. From debut nations to potential last dances for Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric, this guide sets out why the tournament still matters.
Kylian Mbappe has insisted that fame and wealth do not place footballers outside the realities facing their country, responding firmly to Jordan Bardella and speaking out against the far right. Former France international Christophe Dugarry has not challenged Mbappe’s right to express himself, but he has criticised the timing and warned that the debate could bring tension into the squad environment.
Barcelona visit Alaves tonight with the title already secured, while the hosts are deep in the relegation fight. Here is the key broadcast information, the state of play for both teams and the standout numbers before kick-off.
Roony Bardghji has been omitted from Sweden’s latest squad, and reports in the country suggest the decision may stem from tensions inside the camp after the team qualified for the World Cup.
Corinne Diacre has left Marseille after just eight months in charge, with reports suggesting talks over squad backing and next season’s ambitions failed to produce the assurances she wanted.
World Soccer’s April 2026 issue leans into one of football’s biggest current storylines: the premium now placed on coaching. With major jobs likely to open up in the months ahead, the new edition explores emerging managerial talent, title-winning ideas in Norway, Uwe Rosler’s work at Bochum and much more from around the global game.
Enzo Le Fee says transfer speculation can wait, with the Sunderland midfielder insisting his attention is fixed on the final weeks of the season despite reports linking him with Liverpool.
RB Leipzig can all but seal a Champions League place with a home win over struggling St. Pauli, who travel to Saxony with relegation closing in and form offering little encouragement.
Crystal Palace and Shakhtar Donetsk have confirmed their starting XIs for the Conference League semi-final second leg at Selhurst Park, with Oliver Glasner’s side protecting a 3-1 lead from the first meeting.
