Corinthians defeated Flamengo 2-0 at Estádio Mané Garrincha on February 1, 2026, securing their second Supercopa do Brasil title. Goals from Gabriel Paulista and Yuri Alberto, alongside a red card for Flamengo's Jorge Carrascal, sealed the victory in Brasília.
Brazil has emerged victorious in the CONMEBOL Copa América de Futsal 2026, defeating rivals Argentina 2-1 in a hard-fought final held on February 1st in Luque, Paraguay. This triumph marks Brazil's record 12th continental futsal championship, with goals from João Victor and captain Dyego securing the title.
Real Madrid delivered a commanding 6-1 defeat to AS Monaco in their UEFA Champions League Matchday 7 encounter at the Santiago Bernabéu on January 20, 2026. Despite AS Monaco's preparations, the Spanish giants showcased a formidable performance.
Norwegian referee Espen Eskås has been designated by UEFA to officiate the upcoming UEFA Champions League Matchday 7 fixture between Real Madrid and AS Monaco. The match is scheduled for Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid, Spain, with kick-off at 21:00 CET. This marks Eskås's third Champions League assignment involving Real Madrid.
Julio Casares, president of São Paulo Football Club, was impeached by the deliberative council on January 16, 2026, over accusations of reckless management, including financial irregularities and alleged illegal suite sales. Vice-president Harry Massis Júnior assumes interim leadership, pending a final vote by club members.
A notable shift is underway in the naming rights landscape for Brazilian state football championships in 2026. Betting companies are reducing their overall presence, while retail sector brands are significantly increasing their sponsorship, doubling their participation compared to the previous year. This change reflects evolving market dynamics and regulatory considerations within Brazil's sports sponsorship ecosystem.
Roland Courbis, the charismatic French footballer, coach, and pundit, has passed away at the age of 72. Known for his distinguished playing career, including two French league titles and a Coupe de France with AS Monaco, Courbis also had an extensive coaching career and was a prominent voice on RMC radio.
FC Barcelona has secured its 16th Spanish Super Cup title, triumphing over arch-rivals Real Madrid with a 3-2 victory in a captivating final held at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Raphinha netted two goals, and Robert Lewandowski contributed another for Barcelona in the highly anticipated El Clásico.
Brazilian forward Endrick, on loan from Real Madrid, made an immediate impact in his Lyon debut, scoring a crucial goal in the 42nd minute to secure a 2-1 French Cup victory against Lille. The 19-year-old's 'poacher's finish' helped Lyon advance to the last 16 of the competition.
Sixth-tier Macclesfield FC achieved a monumental 2-1 victory over FA Cup holders Crystal Palace in the third round on January 10, 2026. This result, bridging a 117-place league gap, is hailed as the biggest upset in the competition's history.
Leading retail FX and CFDs broker ATFX has officially partnered with the Argentine Football Association (AFA) as a regional sponsor. This collaboration, announced in early January 2026, aims to merge elite sports with finance, emphasizing shared values of strategy, discipline, and resilience, and supporting AFA's global expansion.
Dimitar Penev, the legendary Bulgarian football player and manager known as 'The Strategist,' has died at the age of 80. Penev famously led the Bulgarian national team to a historic fourth-place finish at the 1994 FIFA World Cup and was a decorated player and coach for CSKA Sofia.
South African football giants Mamelodi Sundowns have officially announced the signing of Colombian striker Brayan León from Independiente Medellín for a reported fee of R57 million. The 25-year-old forward joins on a three-year deal, marking the club's first major acquisition of the January transfer window.
The Argentine Football Association (AFA) is facing a significant investigation by U.S. authorities over the alleged diversion of more than $42 million in funds. These funds, generated from the commercial exploitation of the national team, were reportedly channeled through a U.S.-based company, TourProdEnter LLC, to shell companies in Florida, sparking concerns over financial irregularities.
AC Milan defeated Hellas Verona 3-0 at San Siro on December 28, 2025, with Christopher Nkunku scoring his first two Serie A goals and Christian Pulisic adding another. The win provisionally propelled the Rossoneri to the top of the Serie A table, two points ahead of rivals Inter Milan.
The Italian Serie A has announced the fixtures for its 17th matchday of the 2025/2026 season, scheduled to take place from December 27 to December 29, 2025. Key matchups include Atalanta facing Inter Milan and Pisa hosting Juventus, promising an exciting end to the year for football fans.
South Africa's coach Hugo Broos has declared that his team, Bafana Bafana, does not fear Egypt's Premier League contingent, including Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush, as they prepare for their crucial Africa Cup of Nations Group B encounter in Morocco. Both teams secured 2-1 victories in their opening matches, setting the stage for a pivotal showdown.
Paris Saint-Germain secured a comfortable 4-0 victory over fifth-tier Vendée Fontenay in the Coupe de France Round of 32 on December 20, 2025. Goals from Désiré Doué, Ousmane Dembélé, and a brace from Gonçalo Ramos ensured PSG's progression in the prestigious French knockout competition.
Bologna secured a dramatic victory over Inter Milan in a penalty shootout (3-2) after a 1-1 draw in regular time, earning a spot in the Italian Super Cup final in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. They will face Napoli on Monday, December 22, 2025.
West Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas resigned on December 16, 2025, after widespread chaos and mismanagement marred Lionel Messi's event in Kolkata. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has temporarily assumed the sports portfolio, and an inquiry into the incident is underway.
