Football/Soccer 3 Hours

Last updated: June 29, 2026, 11:34 AM ET

Managerial Moves and Departures

Manchester City have formally announced Enzo Maresca as their new manager, signing the Italian on a three-year deal. Maresca will personally pay compensation to his former club Chelsea for the "unexpected" exit, a move the Blues' statement explicitly criticized. Meanwhile, Arsenal's backroom staff continues to see departures, with head of sports science performance Tom Allen now set to leave the club following other exits. Burnley's search for a new manager remains ongoing as Rob Edwards turned down their approach, leaving the Clarets still without a permanent boss.

International and Club Transfers

Ousmane Dembele is finally showing his Paris Saint-Germain form for the France national team, having recently scored a hat trick against Norway, which has him primed for more in upcoming fixtures. In the Women's Super League, Australian international Sam Kerr has signed a four-year deal with NWSL side Gotham FC following her departure from Chelsea to play in the US. Speculation is mounting regarding Harry Kane's future, with Barcelona reportedly showing interest in signing the England captain.

Nations League and World Cup Reflections

The Republic of Ireland's Nations League fixture against Israel has been moved and will now be played Serbia instead of Dublin. Reflecting on recent international tournaments, Africa's success in the 2026 World Cup stands in stark contrast to Asia's performance, leaving the continent looking answers after a disappointing showing.

Other Football News

The landscape of football management is shifting, with Manchester City appointing Maresca and Chelsea facing compensation claims. While the focus is on managerial changes, player movements like Sam Kerr's move to Gotham FC also signal significant shifts in the sport. The ongoing interest from Barcelona in Harry Kane adds to transfer speculation.