Argentine manager Mauricio Pochettino has been appointed as the new head coach of the United States men’s national soccer team, replacing Gregg Berhalter. This appointment marks a significant step for the US team, as Pochettino brings a wealth of experience from managing top clubs like Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, and Paris Saint-Germain. His focus will be on building a competitive team for the 2026 World Cup, which the US will co-host with Mexico and Canada.
Colombia secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Argentina in their CONMEBOL FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier, gaining revenge for their Copa America final loss earlier this summer. Captain James Rodriguez and Yerson Mosquera scored for Colombia, while Nico Gonzalez equalized for Argentina. The win catapulted Colombia to second place in the standings, just two points behind Argentina.
Harry Kane will become the 10th player to reach 100 caps for England when he starts the UEFA Nations League game against Finland on Tuesday. The Bayern Munich striker is on track to break Peter Shilton’s record of 125 appearances for the national team.
Belgium captain Kevin De Bruyne expressed his frustration with his teammates’ work rate and coach Domenico Tedesco’s tactics following their 2-0 defeat to France in the Nations League. De Bruyne criticized the team’s lack of intensity and their defensive approach, highlighting the decline of the once dominant ‘golden generation’ and their struggles to maintain their place among the world’s elite.
Indian footballer Anwar Ali has been banned for four months by the AIFF for prematurely terminating his loan agreement with Mohun Bagan Super Giant. East Bengal and his parent club, Delhi FC, have also been hit with transfer bans. The AIFF’s Player Status Committee ruled in favor of Mohun Bagan, who are eligible for a compensation of Rs 12.9 crore.
Dutch forward Memphis Depay has signed a two-year contract with Corinthians after leaving Atletico Madrid as a free agent. The move sees the 30-year-old return to club football after being left out of the Netherlands’ recent Nations League matches.
Italy secured a 2-1 victory over Israel in their UEFA Nations League Group A clash, thanks to goals from Davide Frattesi and Moise Kean. This win maintains Italy’s perfect start to the competition, keeping them at the top of the group with six points.
France bounced back from their opening loss to Italy by defeating Belgium 2-0 in a Nations League clash. Randal Kolo Muani and Ousmane Dembele scored for France, while Belgium struggled to create clear-cut chances despite a promising start.
Germany’s coach, Julian Nagelsmann, acknowledges the talent of the Netherlands ahead of their Nations League match in Amsterdam. Despite Germany’s recent unbeaten run, Nagelsmann is wary of the Dutch side’s capabilities and expects a tough contest. Germany’s young stars, Musiala and Wirtz, have impressed with their performances, while the team has seamlessly adjusted to the retirements of veteran players. However, injuries may cast a shadow over the match, with striker Niclas Füllkrug doubtful for the game.
Syria secured a convincing 3-0 victory over India in the 2024 Intercontinental Cup final, claiming the title at Hyderabad’s GMC Balayogi Stadium. A well-executed performance, highlighted by clinical goals from Mahmoud Alaswad, Daleho Irandust, and Pablo, proved too much for the Indian side.
