Germany muscle past Denmark in Group C
Germany 2 Denmark 1
July 8 – Germany maintained their perfect start to Euro 2025 with a 2-1 comeback victory against Denmark to close in on the knockout phase.
Women's Euro 2025
Lauren James leads England’s dismantling of the Dutch
England 4 Netherlands 0
July 9 – The European champions responded in style to the pressure that had been building after their opening 2-1 defeat against France. England comprehensively demolished the Netherlands 4-0 with Lauren James scoring a brace.
UEFA Appeals Body hands down Real Madrid, Slavia Praha decisions
July 8 – UEFA’s Appeals Body has issued key disciplinary decisions affecting both Real Madrid and Slavia Praha, following incidents of racist behaviour and breaches of conduct during this season’s UEFA competitions.
Sweden wary of Pajor threat for Poland
July 8 – Sweden face Poland in Lucerne this evening with a place in the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 quarter-finals within reach. A win for Peter Gerhardsson’s side, combined with Germany avoiding defeat against Denmark, would confirm their passage from Group C with a game to spare.
FIFA opens office at Trump Tower, New York
July 8 – FIFA has opened an office at Trump Tower in New York City, deepening its already close ties with the much-criticised US administration.
Gwinn-less Germany target qualification against Denmark
July 8 – With a new captain, Germany will take on Denmark in Group C, knowing victory could secure them a spot in the quarter-finals of EURO 2025.
Everything is Fine for Chelsea and Barcelona
July 8 – Chelsea FC have spent millions in the transfer window, and now the Blues have gone and set the new standard for financial misbehaviour – becoming the first club to be fined €31 million in a single season for breaking UEFA’s financial rules.
Italian Messina named head of Serbia’s Referees’ Commission
July 8 – Former Italian referee Domenico Messina has been appointed President of the Referees’ Commission of the Football Association of Serbia (FSS). The Italian signed a contract worth €300,000 and becomes the first foreigner to hold a senior position in the FSS.
Homeless FC Krumovgrad withdraw from Bulgarian second tier
July 8 – Bulgaria’s FC Krumovgrad have decided to withdraw from the Second Bulgarian League after suffering relegation from the efbet League following two seasons in the top-flight.
Moore of the same at Wisla Kraków
July 8 – Peter Moore has done it again. The man who helped drag Liverpool from corporate chaos to Champions League glory, and is now trying to revolutionise American soccer with Santa Barbara Sky FC, has pitched up in Poland with a 5% stake in Wisła Kraków.
Football in the DNA for Wrexham
July 8 – Football sponsorship opportunities are getting more creative by the day, and Wrexham AFC are one of the global leaders in identifying new ways to generate publicity and create financial revenues.
‘No fans, no penalty, you-all-hate-us-but-we-don’t-care’. Pochettino in a pickle
July 8 – Having praised the opportunity of the Gold Cup and the importance of being able to have his team together for an extended time at a proper competition, US coach Mauricio Pochettino has turned edgy and frustrated after having lost the final 2-1 to Mexico on Sunday night in Houston.
Orange renews women’s sponsorship commitment with WAFCON deal
July 8 – French telecoms giant Orange has added the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations that kicked off at the weekend to Confederation of African Football (CAF) sponsorship roster.
Girelli strike edges Italy towards knock-outs
Italy 1 Portugal 1
July 7 – Italy edged closer to the Women’s Euro quarter-finals after a 1-1 draw with Portugal at the Stade de Genève, in a match defined by moments of individual brilliance and late drama.
Spain turn on the style against battling Belgians
Spain 6 Belgium 2
July 7 – With a dominant performance and four second-half goals, Spain defeated a combative Belgium 6-2 in a Group B goal feast that left their opponents on the brink of elimination.
AC Milan sells Milanello naming rights to Clivet
July 7 – AC Milan has expanded its partnership with Italian HVAC specialist Clivet, which will now serve as the club’s Official Climate Partner and take on naming rights for its training ground.