Spanish footballer; left-back/wing-back at Real Madrid; Spain international
Chelsea have completed the signature of England international Rogers from Aston Villa on a six-year deal, with Arsenal having shown interest. The transfer follows Rogers’ World Cup showing and Villa’s Europa League win last season. Chelsea move quickly under Xabi Alonso as they overhaul their squad, while Villa reinvests the fee to strengthen ahead of a return to league and European competition.
Andoni Iraola is embarking on his first pre-season as Liverpool’s head coach, pledging humility and unity as he inherits a squad in flux. He aims to reconnect players and supporters and prove he belongs at Anfield amid high expectations.
Spain has secured a second World Cup title with Ferran Torres’s extra-time winner against Argentina, finishing 1-0 in a match defined by Spain’s dominance and Argentina’s discipline issues. Enzo Fernandez’s red card proved pivotal as Spain capitalised on their superior ball control and tactical discipline to seal victory.
Spain has reached the World Cup final after a 2-1 win over France, setting up a final against Argentina. Argentina has secured a dramatic comeback win over England, keeping alive their title defence. The Guardian notes Spain’s control and Porro’s impact, while SBS and The Independent highlight Messi’s form and the tension around the knockout stage.
Spain vs Argentina finals update: Argentina captain Messi reacted to an interaction with a former Spain defender during a tense final in New York. Fernandez was sent off after a foul on Cubarsi; a referee spray mishap occurred; Barton’s officiating history is highlighted.
Spain has defeated Saudi Arabia 4-1 at the World Cup in Atlanta, with Lamine Yamal scoring on his first start since injury and Mikel Oyarzabal adding two more as Spain take a commanding lead in the group. De la Fuente changes formation and rotation to secure the win.
Spain has moved to four points in Group after a dominant display, with Yamal scoring and Oyarzabal adding two more as the team dominates Saudi Arabia before halftime. An own goal after the break did not stop the rhythm, and Spain rested key players in the second half.
Spain has sealed a spot in the World Cup last 16 after a 3-0 win over Austria. Mikel Oyarzabal netted twice and Pedro Porro added another as Lamine Yamal starred, creating chances and tormenting the Austrian defense. The victory keeps Spain as one of the favourites and sets up a round-of-16 clash against Portugal or Croatia.
Several high-profile transfers across European football have reshaped squads this week, with notable deals including Ismael Saibari to Bayern and Cerci to Arsenal, and Grimaldo departing Leverkusen.
Portugal has beaten Croatia 2-1 after Gonçalo Ramos scored a stoppage-time header to win the last-32 tie. Cristiano Ronaldo has converted a penalty — his first World Cup knockout goal — after Ivan Perišić had opened the scoring. Croatia thought they had equalised late, but VAR used ball-sensor "snicko" data to rule the goal out for offside.