Latest Football (Soccer) News

📅December 25, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Major transfer moves, managerial changes, AFCON progress, European cup results, and World Cup qualifying headlines dominate global football news today.
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Manchester City close in on Simenyu signing amid Bruno Fernandes uncertainty

Manchester City are reportedly accelerating talks to sign Simenyu, while Bruno Fernandes' fitness remains a concern for his club and Portugal, affecting midfield plansSource 1.

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Thomas Tuchel speaks out after PSG sacking on Christmas Eve

Former PSG manager Thomas Tuchel said he was left ‘sad and upset’ after being dismissed by Paris Saint-Germain on Christmas Eve, reflecting on his short tenure and the club’s decisionSource 1.

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Barcelona and Real Madrid miss out on Gui transfer

Reports indicate both Barcelona and Real Madrid lost out on signing prospect Gui, with other clubs moving ahead in the race to secure the player’s signatureSource 1.

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Algeria beat Sudan to advance in AFCON 2025

Algeria defeated Sudan in AFCON 2025 action, with extended highlights capturing key moments and confirming Algeria’s progression in the tournamentSource 1.

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Pedri downplays Bayern as Champions League favorites

Barcelona midfielder Pedri publicly played down Bayern Munich’s status as favorites for the Champions League, saying Barcelona remain confident in their continental prospectsSource 1.

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Brentford upset Wolves in Premier League action

Brentford recorded a 2-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers in recent Premier League fixtures, strengthening their mid-table positionSource 1.

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Fulham secure narrow win to boost survival hopes

Fulham edged a 1-0 victory in Premier League play, a result described as crucial for their battle to remain in the top flightSource 1.

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Transfer market: Defender reportedly snubs Spain’s giants

A top defender is reported to have turned down approaches from Spanish heavyweights Barcelona and Real Madrid, opting instead for a move elsewhereSource 1.

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Bruno Fernandes injury casts doubt over immediate availability

Manchester’s concerns continue as Bruno Fernandes is described as a ‘major doubt’ due to injury, prompting midfield contingency planning by his clubSource 1.

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FanCode’s The Football Scroll summarizes a busy week in world football

FanCode’s The Football Scroll compiled the top stories of the week—covering transfers, managerial departures, injuries and league results—in its latest video bulletinSource 1.