FIFA president Gianni Infantino publicly apologized to coach Lionel Scaloni for being asked to wear gloves while holding the golden trophy at the 2026 World Cup draw.
Manager Mikel Arteta expressed disappointment after Arsenal's 1-2 loss to Aston Villa in week 15 of the English Premier League, but believes this is the moment for the team to prove its character after nearly three months unbeaten.
Forward Ferran Torres scored a hat-trick in the first 40 minutes, leading Barca to a 5-3 comeback victory over Betis in La Liga's 15th round, extending their lead over Real to four points.
Striker Harry Kane scored a hat-trick, leading Bayern to a 5-0 victory over Stuttgart on the evening of 6/12, achieving a goal tally double that of Jonathan Burkardt after just 13 rounds of the 2025-2026 Bundesliga season.
A 3-0 victory over newcomers Sunderland helps Man City narrow the gap to Arsenal at the top of the table to two points after Premier League matchday 15.
Timor Leste's 3-1 victory over Singapore in the second round of men's football Group A at the SEA Games has significantly improved Vietnam's chances of advancing.
Phetdavanh Somsanid suffered a broken leg after an illegal tackle and was indirectly shown a red card during Laos' 1-4 loss to Malaysia in the second match of Group B at the 33rd SEA Games on the evening of 6/12.
Vietnam's U22 coaching staff adjusted the training schedule to the morning, allowing the entire squad to attend the Malaysia versus Laos match at 4 PM on 6/12.
Coach Arne Slot admitted he has not yet helped Alexander Isak fully develop his qualities, suggesting Liverpool must learn to optimize the Swedish striker's abilities, mirroring how Manchester City utilizes Erling Haaland.
Manager Pep Guardiola joked that broadcasters owe him a bottle of wine after Manchester City's narrow 5-4 victory over Fulham on matchday 14 of the Premier League, but also admitted the team needs to improve its defense.
Striker Erling Haaland expresses concern, while coach Stale Solbakken remains confident Norway can secure seven points in the World Cup 2026 group stage.
Following the group stage draw, coach Lionel Scaloni stated it is too early to discuss a potential knockout stage encounter between Argentina and Spain at the 2026 World Cup.
Coach Thomas Tuchel and captain Harry Kane deny being in an easy group, emphasizing that all opponents deserve respect after England was drawn with Croatia, Ghana, and Panama for the 2026 World Cup.
Witnessing man utd held to a 1-1 draw by visiting west ham in matchday 14 of the premier league, former midfielder roy keane believes his old club lacked the character and decisiveness to finish the game.
