Football/Soccer 8-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: March 13, 2026, 5:50 AM ET
International Football
Maro Itoje downplayed internal tensions following England's on-field disagreement with Italy at Rome's Stadio Olimpico last Saturday, insisting there is "no crack" in the squad's leadership group. Meanwhile, Wales received a significant boost as Harry Wilson confirmed his fitness for the World Cup play-offs later this month, strengthening their options for the critical qualifiers.
Domestic Football
Manchester United's women's team aims to reverse a trend in Sunday's League Cup final against Chelsea, having not enjoyed recent finals against the Blues. In the Championship, midfielder Lewis O'Brien emphasized his comfort at Wrexham ahead of Friday's reunion with former club Swansea City, highlighting the personal narrative within the fixture.
Managerial Landscape
At Old Trafford, Michael