Football/Soccer 3h Briefing
×Last updated: March 23, 2026, 4:30 PM ET
European Football Management & Transfer Rumors
Spanish side Sevilla sacked coach Almeyda espn.com on Monday after the Argentine manager left the club languishing just three points clear of the relegation zone in LaLiga following another disappointing weekend result. Across Europe, Italy coach Gattuso expressed anxiety espn.com regarding the national team's upcoming fixtures, stating that only someone "without blood running through their veins" would avoid nervousness as the Azzurri fight to prevent failing to qualify for a third straight World Cup tournament. Meanwhile, in the women's game, Real Madrid showed interest espn.com in acquiring Chelsea's Colombian forward Mayra Ramírez, according to multiple sources confirming the Spanish powerhouse's ongoing pursuit of top international talent.
Domestic Title Races & Club Ambition
In Scotland, Celtic captain McGregor assessed the title fight bbc.com, asserting that the team must secure "at least five or six" wins from their remaining seven matches to keep their championship hopes alive after a perceived dip in form. This pursuit of domestic silverware contrasts sharply with the long-term strategic goal of Newcastle United, whose Saudi ownership is facing scrutiny over whether its ambition to reach the world's elite by 2030 bbc.com is realistic without a substantial increase in operational scope and investment strategy. In Brazil, Corinthians striker Memphis Depay offered an explanation bbc.com for his unusual decision to use a mobile phone while situated on the substitutes' bench during a recent top-flight fixture, providing personal context for the unusual sideline behavior.
Player Contract News & Combat Sports Targets
Away from the pitch, NFL tight end Travis Kelce secured a three-year extension skysports.com with the Kansas City Chiefs, locking him into a deal valued at $54.7 million following his recent confirmation that he intended to remain with the reigning champions. Separately, boxer Jake Paul announced his next target skysports.com, publicly calling out former UFC Heavyweight Champion Francis Ngannou for a professional boxing match, promising to deliver a knockout similar to what Anthony Joshua achieved in his recent bout.