NANTES, France – At 73 years old, Vahid Halilhodzic hasn’t lost his knack for a pointed remark. The veteran manager officially returned to FC Nantes on Friday, holding his first press conference as the club navigates a precarious position in Ligue 1. His arrival comes at a critical juncture, with Nantes battling to avoid relegation … Read more
The Champions League round of 16 delivered a night of compelling action on Tuesday, with dominant performances from Bayern Munich and Atlético Madrid, a late rescue act from Barcelona, and a chaotic encounter in the Spanish capital. The first legs of these ties have set the stage for potentially decisive return matches next week. Bayern … Read more
Nantes has relieved Ahmed Kantari of his duties as head coach, with Vahid Halilhodžić widely expected to take the reins, the club confirmed Tuesday. The move comes as Nantes identify themselves in a precarious position in Ligue 1, battling to avoid relegation. Kantari, 40, was dismissed following a 1-0 defeat to Angers on Saturday, a … Read more
Cardiff, Wales – Italy’s momentum in the 2026 Six Nations Championship has been dealt a significant blow with the confirmation that prop Simone Ferrari will miss Saturday’s crucial match against Wales in Cardiff. The injury to the experienced forward comes after Italy secured a historic victory over England, their first in 33 years of competition … Read more
PARIS – Ilya Zabarnyi will feature in Paris Saint-Germain’s starting lineup as they face AS Monaco in a crucial Ligue 1 match on Friday. The Ukrainian defender’s inclusion marks a notable shift in PSG’s defensive structure, with captain Marquinhos on the bench, according to team announcements prior to kickoff. The decision to start Zabarnyi comes … Read more