Zlatan Ibrahimović Checks Alexi Lalas Over France ‘Arrogance’ Claim

9 minutes ago

Zlatan Ibrahimović Checks Alexi Lalas Over France ‘Arrogance’ Claim

Lalas called France “arrogant” after their 3-1 win over Senegal, saying their “patience” after a poor goalless first half produced a “masterful second half.” Ibrahimović pushed back instantly: “It’s not arrogance, it’s confidence. Ignorant people will say it’s arrogance. Intelligent people will say it’s confidence.” Thierry Henry reacted stunned upon hearing Ibrahimovic's blunt response.

By Nischay Rathore

Other articles from Soccer

Christian Pulisic’s Calf Injury Clouds Australia Availability

about 1 hour ago

Christian Pulisic’s Calf Injury Clouds Australia Availability

Pulisic remains day to day before USA’s Group D clash with Australia after leaving the Paraguay opener at halftime with a calf issue. He has not trained fully since, working individually with a compression sleeve. “We still got a couple of days,” Antonee Robinson said. If unavailable, Pochettino could turn to Berhalter, Weah or Reyna in Seattle.

By Nischay Rathore

Thomas Tuchel Sets Sporting KC Game for England Reserves

about 1 hour ago

Thomas Tuchel Sets Sporting KC Game for England Reserves

Tuchel will give England’s unused players extra match loading against Sporting Kansas City after the 4-2 Croatia win. Thirteen players missed the opener, including Henderson, Mainoo, Eze, Watkins and Toney, while starters recover. “We have many days between matches,” Tuchel said, explaining the informal session before England fly from Kansas City to Boston for Tuesday’s Ghana game.

By Nischay Rathore

Lionel Messi Has More Wins at Arrowhead Than Lamar Jackson

about 1 hour ago

Lionel Messi Has More Wins at Arrowhead Than Lamar Jackson

Lionel Messi owns a 2-0 record at Arrowhead Stadium, while Lamar Jackson is 0-4 at the venue and just 1-6 against the Chiefs overall. The soccer legend now has twice as many wins at Arrowhead as the Ravens QB. Messi boosted his Arrowhead mark with a hat trick in Argentina's 3-0 win over Algeria to open the 2026 FIFA World Cup.


By Nidheesh Kumar

Atletico Madrid Reject Arsenal Interest in Julian Alvarez With $574M Release Clause Quote

about 2 hours ago

Atletico Madrid Reject Arsenal Interest in Julian Alvarez With $574M Release Clause Quote

Atletico Madrid told Arsenal and other suitors Alvarez will only leave if his £431M ($574M) release clause is paid. President Enrique Cerezo insists the striker remains an Atletico player and expects him to stay. Real Madrid recently had a €150M ($173M) bid rejected, with Atletico again pointing interested clubs toward the clause, per Daily Mirror, amid growing summer transfer pressure.

By Nischay Rathore

Thomas Tuchel Takes Dig at FIFA Over National Anthem Debacle

about 2 hours ago

Thomas Tuchel Takes Dig at FIFA Over National Anthem Debacle

Tuchel criticized FIFA after England’s 4-2 World Cup win over Croatia, saying he “could not see my team” during the anthem because he stood behind “a wall of 50 photographers.” He said the moment was “very special,” but the setup “ruined my experience a little bit,” urging FIFA to move photographers before another anthem.

By Nischay Rathore

Never miss an update! Download our app now.