Manchester United have signed midfielder Kobbie Mainoo to a new five-year contract. The club confirmed the deal on Thursday.
Ashley Young, 40, announced his retirement, ending a career that included Premier League and FA Cup titles. Chelsea Women captain Millie Bright also confirmed she is stepping away from the professional game.
Jose Mourinho is reportedly a candidate to return as Real Madrid manager, according to Spanish media. Mourinho said a return to the Bernabeu is his “only target.”
Burnley manager Scott Parker has left the club following its relegation from the Premier League to the Championship.
Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany said his players will “give everything” to overturn a 5-4 first-leg deficit against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League semifinal. PSG won the first leg in Paris.
Chelsea’s Mykhailo Mudryk said he will appeal a four-year doping ban. In Nigeria, Victor Osimhen is reportedly being sued by Mercedes Benz over an alleged ₦142 million debt.
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The Iran Football Federation withdrew from the upcoming FIFA Congress in Canada, citing an incident at the airport. FIFA also announced new disciplinary measures for the 2026 World Cup, including stricter enforcement of red card offenses.
Akil Howson is set to become the first Black referee to officiate an FA Cup final.
In Spain, a Real Zaragoza goalkeeper received a 13-game ban for punching an opponent.
Morocco is among the teams being discussed as a contender for the 2026 World Cup after its 2022 semifinal run.
Arsenal and Atletico Madrid drew 1-1 in their Champions League semifinal first leg on Wednesday.
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