Football

SME News UK. Spain’s Euro 2025 preparations have been rocked by the news that star midfielder Aitana Bonmatí has been hospitalised with viral meningitis, just five days before their opening match of the tournament.The two-time Ballon d’Or winner missed Spain’s 3-1 friendly win over Japan on Friday and is currently under medical observation. The 26-year-old…

SME News UK. Chelsea have wasted no time making waves in the summer transfer window, and their latest pursuit signals a continuation of their youth-focused strategy. The Blues are closing in on Borussia Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens, a 20-year-old talent hailed by some as “a young Ousmane Dembélé.” But is the hype justified—and what exactly…

SME News UK. Manchester City winger Jack Grealish is set to be left out of the squad for the FIFA Club World Cup, according to The Telegraph—a decision that could pave the way for his departure this summer.The 29-year-old, signed for £100 million in 2021, is reportedly eager to secure regular first-team football ahead of…

SME News UK. Zadar, CroatiaThe 10th edition of the Dalmatinko Cup, one of Europe’s fastest-growing international youth football tournaments, concluded this weekend with unprecedented success. Over four days, more than 3,500 young footballers from 26 countries competed in 496 matches across nine fields and eight locations in Zadar County—marking the most ambitious and inclusive edition…

SME News UK. Chelsea will pay a £5 million penalty fee after opting not to sign Jadon Sancho on a permanent deal, with the England international now expected to return to Manchester United, according to multiple reports.Sancho, 25, joined Chelsea on loan last season and played a supporting role in their successful UEFA Conference League…

SME News UK. SANTOS, Brazil – Neymar’s highly anticipated return to Santos may have ended on a controversial note after the forward was sent off in dramatic fashion during a 1-0 loss to Botafogo, mimicking Diego Maradona’s infamous ‘Hand of God’ goal from 1986. With just minutes remaining and the score level, Neymar attempted to…

SME News UK. In a Champions League final already rich with anticipation, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) surprised fans and pundits alike by opening the match against Internazionale with a highly unusual and “bizarre” kick-off routine — one that left viewers both puzzled and intrigued.The opening seconds of the 2025 UEFA Champions League Final began with what…

SME News UK. The 2024/25 Premier League season reaches its thrilling conclusion this Sunday, with a high-stakes clash at Old Trafford as Manchester United host Aston Villa — a match that could shape next season’s Champions League lineup.European Dreams on the Line for Aston VillaUnai Emery’s Aston Villa side enters the final day of the…

SME News UK. In a landmark decision aimed at accelerating the global growth of women’s football, the FIFA Council has unanimously voted to expand the FIFA Women’s World Cup from 32 to 48 teams, starting with the 2031 tournament.The expanded format will feature 104 matches across 12 groups, representing a significant increase from the 64…