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Portugal kicks off its UEFA Nations League title defense today when it welcomes Wales to Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon. The Selecao are entering a new era under manager Jorge Jesus following the departure of Roberto Martinez, who led the team at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

France are building once again, after the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup earlier this year. The French, finishing fourth in the tournament after defeats to Spain in the semi-final and England in the third-place fixture, begin their Nations League campaign this weekend.

Premier League legend Alan Shearer has hit out at Chelsea star Cole Palmer for withdrawing from the recent England squad after he already missed out on a World Cup place.

India are preparing to face three World Cup-bound teams, but Panama coach Thomas Christiansen says the bigger challenge lies at home. He has pointed to the league, facilities, coaching, ambition and long-term player development.

Veteran Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo recently came forward and talked about his decision to not take retirement from the national team after his side's loss at the FIFA World Cup 2062 as he gears up for a comeback at the Nations League.

Cristiano Ronaldo, at 41, contemplates his future with the Portugal national team but chooses to continue following discussions with officials, citing his ability to contribute to the squad as the key factor in his decision.

Cristiano Ronaldo-starrer Portugal will open their UEFA Nations League 2026-27 campaign against Wales on September 25, Friday at the Estadio Jose Alvalade Stadium in Lisbon. With Jorge Jesus taking charge of Portugal since their lacklustre FIFA World Cup campaign, Ronaldo has also returned to the mix.

The 41-year-old Ronaldo was confirmed by coach Jorge Jesus as a starter for this 234th Portugal game - on Thursday against Wales in the Nations League.

Ten weeks after a devastating World Cup semi-final defeat, England are regrouping under Thomas Tuchel. The squad is shifting focus towards their upcoming Nations League campaign and the long road to Euro 2028.

The Three Lions open their Nations League campaign against the world champions at Wembley on Sept 26. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Portugal, the defending champions, will start their UEFA Nations League campaign from Friday against Wales at Lisbon. Cristiano, who played his last FIFA World Cup this year and ended it on a heartbreaking note with a round of 16 exit at the hands of Spain, would continue giving services to the national side at the age of 41 as they build up towards 2030 World Cup at home.

Harry Kane reflects on England's defeat to Argentina at the 2026 World Cup, making a stunning admission ahead of the Three Lions' Nations League showdown with Spain.

England soccer great Harry Kane’s long-held hope of being a kicker in the NFL took clearer shape Wednesday. He floated the idea of combining the goal with also joining a Major League Soccer club. The 33-year-old Kane is currently happy at Bayern Munich. His standout 73-goal season has him in contention to win the Ballon d’Or next month. Still, the England captain looked toward a U.S. future ahead of his team hosting World Cup winner Spain on Saturday. Kane says if he joins the MLS then the NFL "might be a thing where you could connect the two maybe with the seasons.”

Palmer has withdrawn from the latest England squad ahead of their upcoming Nations League fixtures. The Chelsea star was initially recalled by Tuchel after controversially missing out on a spot at this year's World Cup.

ANY doubt 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo would continue with Portugal after another World Cup elimination should have ended before the tournament was done. The federation hired a new coach in 72-year-old Jorge Jesus, whose previous job was leading Ronaldo and Al Nassr to a Saudi league title in May.

England will play four UEFA Nations League games in this upcoming September-October international break. This comes months after England finished 3rd in the 2026 World Cup.

The striker, who will lead England against Spain in the Nations League, said World Cup defeat hurt ‘even more than when I missed the penalty in Qatar’

Ayami Sato may be the most decorated player in women’s baseball. The Kagoshima, Japan, native has three Women’s Baseball World Cup MVP Awards. No other pitcher has more than one. She held multiple records in the Japanese Women’s Baseball League before it shuttered in 2021 and became the first woman

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BERLIN - Germany coach Jurgen Klopp has promised to bring a "new approach" to the country's flagging fortunes, as the four-time world champions begin their latest tilt at a maiden Nations League title.

The young Borussia Dortmund striker has been called up by Mancini for the Nations League Samuele Inacio , who earned a Italy national team call-up for the Nations League after making his debut in the friendly against Luxembourg during Silvio Baldini's interim spell, has spoken to Rivista Undici .

Cole Palmer has withdrawn from the England squad for their Nations League matches despite Thomas Tuchel recalling the Chelsea playmaker after his World Cup snub

Jürgen Klopp is having an effect on Germany’s players even before his first game as coach. The former Liverpool manager has called up 16 uncapped players in a supersized first roster of 44 for his first four Nations League games as he tried to reboot Germany following another disappointing World Cup.

Fathers and sons Martin and Matthew Turner and Gareth Ramsey and Sid Ramsey are named in Wales' squad for the 2026 Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup.

Three weeks of Nations League action gives players a chance to prove their worth in a post-World Cup landscape

Champions League-winning coaches Zinedine Zidane and Jürgen Klopp debut in their new careers this week when national team soccer returns in Europe after the World Cup.

Palmer was recalled by Tuchel for England's upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures against Spain, Czechia, and Croatia. This marked his first call-up since missing out on the 2026 World Cup squad.

Rob Hawkins is among five Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup winners who will attempt to help England defend the trophy in Australia this autumn.

Chennai Super Kings have appointed former India pacer Zaheer Khan as head coach for IPL 2027, replacing Stephen Fleming after his 18-year association with the franchise. Fleming joined CSK as a player in 2008 and became head coach in 2009, overseeing five IPL titles, two Champions League T20 titles, 12 playoff appearances and 10 IPL finals. His tenure ended after CSK missed the playoffs for a third successive season. Zaheer brings experience from coaching and cricket-management roles with Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants, as well as a distinguished playing career that included Indias 2011 World Cup triumph.

Palmer had been named in the 27-man squad after missing out on the World Cup

Hall earned a recall to the England squad ahead of their upcoming Nations League internationals

Europe’s influx of Japanese talent is just the first step in a transfer revolution