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Pep Guardiola’s new City Football Group role has emerged as a key obstacle to any potential move into the England manager’s job.
Pep Guardiola has again been linked with the England job following the Three Lions’ World Cup semi-final exit, but his new role with City Football Group could prevent any immediate return to coaching.
Thomas Tuchel remains under contract until Euro 2028 despite growing scrutiny after England’s defeat to Argentina.
According to the Manchester Evening News, Guardiola recently became CFG’s global ambassador, providing technical guidance and working on projects across the group’s clubs.
The position prevents him from taking another coaching role while he remains involved with multiple teams under the CFG umbrella.
Manchester City CEO Ferran Soriano praised Guardiola’s continued contribution, describing the former City manager as a club legend who will support managers and players across the network.
West Ham has finalized a permanent deal for France international defender Estelle Cascarino following her successful six-month loan. The 29-year-old, who joins from Juventus on a three-year contract, made 12 appearances and helped the Hammers secure their WSL status. “This club has felt like home,” Cascarino stated. Manager Rita Guarino called her impact “crucial.”
Headlines:
- Cascarino Signs Permanent West Ham Deal
- West Ham Secure Cascarino on Three-Year Contract
- Defender Cascarino Extends Stay at West Ham
Days before Sunday’s World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium, an air quality alert triggered by Canadian wildfire smoke could force FIFA to add extra breaks to the match.
Canadian wildfire smoke has blanketed New York and New Jersey days before Sunday’s World Cup final, according to SPORTbible.
Officials issued an air quality health alert urging residents indoors, though Spain still trained outside Thursday; Argentina train Friday.
A dancer’s father described conditions at MetLife Stadium as “heavy,” while an NWSL match this week saw extra breaks added under league protocol. FIFA already enforces hydration breaks each half but could add more if smoke persists.
Governor Kathy Hochul urged New Yorkers to stay “air quality aware,” while a Chicago Fire MLS match was postponed entirely due to similarly poor conditions this week.
Spain’s 2010 World Cup champions, featuring iconic stars, battled to victory. Now, 16 years later, a less-fancied but efficient Spain squad aims for a second title on July 19. Both teams share a Euro win two years prior, though the 2026 squad averages older players but fewer caps. They’ve also set a new World Cup clean sheet record. How do the XIs compare?
This World Cup shattered records, on and off the field. With more teams and matches, global eyes meant billions in revenue. While stars made history, a massive financial game played out simultaneously. But not everyone profited. Discover the real financial winners and losers of the tournament.
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World Cup’s Billion-Dollar Game: Who Won & Lost?
Beyond the Pitch: The World Cup’s Financial Scorecard
Record Tournament, Record Riches: But for Whom?
Headlines:
- Newcastle Misses Key Targets.
- Transfer Setbacks for Magpies.
- Top Talent Snub Newcastle.
Newcastle’s summer rebuild faces hurdles. Key targets Johan Manzambi, Victor Munoz, and Hugo Ekitike opted for other clubs. Manzambi eyes Aston Villa’s Champions League, while Munoz and Ekitike joined Liverpool. Benjamin Sesko chose Manchester United, Joao Pedro Chelsea, and James Trafford Manchester City. These missed opportunities highlight Newcastle’s ongoing transfer challenges this window.
Esteve Joins Leipzig in £27.3m Deal
Burnley’s Maxime Esteve has completed a £27.3m transfer to German Bundesliga side RB Leipzig. The 24-year-old French Under-21s defender was key to Burnley’s 2024-25 Championship title, playing every league game. He joined the Clarets initially on loan in February 2024 from Montpellier before his move was made permanent.
CAPTURED: Moment when FIFA referee discovered he will take charge of World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina
Villa Lands Harviken from Juve
Aston Villa secured Norway international Mathilde Harviken from Juventus. The defender, 24, brings Women’s Champions League experience and nearly 50 appearances for the Italian club. Harviken won Serie A and the Coppa Italia with Juventus. Villa’s new signing aims to boost their Women’s Super League campaign.
City’s Loan Day
Talent on Show
Manchester City hosted an exhibition day at their training ground, welcoming clubs to scout emerging talent for potential loan or permanent transfers. The event focused on players bridging the gap between City’s first team and elite development squad. Visiting scouts and agents observed a training session and reviewed player data, seeking ideal next steps for ambitious young footballers in Championship and Football League teams.