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Sarri Threatens Media Boycott Over 12:30 Rome Derby Kickoff, Urges Resignations

The row over a lunchtime kickoff underscores deep frustration with Serie A scheduling.

Ronaldo Header Sends Al‑Nassr Clear as Win Streak Hits 20

Howson Becomes First Black FA Cup Final Official as Darren England Named Referee

Barcelona Seek Answers After VAR Offside Rules Out Ferran Torres Goal

Reports Say Dante Will Lead Bayern Munich U23s Next Season

Ronaldo Plays Through Illness as Al Nassr Win 15th Straight to Extend Lead

USM Alger and Olympique Safi Draw 0–0 After VAR Disputes in African Confederation Cup Semi-Final First Leg

Italy’s Sports Minister Says Replacing Iran at 2026 World Cup Is Very Unlikely

Donnarumma Denies Italy Squad Sought World Cup Bonus

FIFA Names Record 170 Match Officials for 2026 World Cup

Referees’ Committee Says VAR Erred in Overturning Gerard Martín Red Card

UEFA Appoints Michael Oliver to Officiate Real Madrid–Bayern First Leg

Reports Link Sam Kerr to Denver Summit as Chelsea Exit Nears

Melgar Defends Hiring of Miguel Rondelli After Cusco FC Ethics Complaint

Gianluca Prestianni Denies Racist Slur Against Vinícius, Says UEFA Ban Lacked Proof

Prestianni Denies Racist Slur Toward Vinícius After Provisional UEFA Ban

Fans Turn on VAR as New Survey Finds Three-Quarters Want It Gone

AIFF Chief Denies Harassment as Valanka Alemao Takes Case to FIFA

CAF Launches Overhaul as AFCON Title Dispute Moves to Sports Court

Bartomeu and Laporta Clash Over Messi Exit and Barcelona's Finances