We are at the final weekend before the Christmas holidays and in European soccer, that means we have arrived at the middle of the season.
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World Cup 2026: Germany and Netherlands lock up spots in style
Germany and the Netherlands went on goal sprees as they wrapped up World Cup qualification with resounding wins in their final European group matches.
North Korea heavy favorite to win fourth Under-17 Women’s World Cup championship
The Under-17 Women’s World Cup, now an annual tournament, has moved to the Rabat Olympic Stadium, built in nine months and opened in May, for the final stages.
Manchester United denies Chelsea in WSL top-of-the-table clash
Catarina Macario set up Dutch teammate Wieke Kaptein brilliantly for the opening goal.
Merino hat-trick inspires Spain rout, Wirtz lifts Germany
Mikel Merino scored a hat trick as a majestic Spain thumped Turkey 6-0 away in World Cup qualifying on Sunday, while a brilliant Florian Wirtz free kick helped Germany beat Northern Ireland 3-1 to get their bid up and running.
Ten Hag hoping for fresh start at rebuilding Leverkusen
One year on from their stunning unbeaten Bundesliga title triumph, new Bayern Leverkusen coach Erik Ten Hag has been handed the task of rebuilding the club, along with his own reputation.
England’s remarkable Euro 2025 success a triumph for ‘incredible’ Wiegman
England’s Euro 2025 triumph felt improbable for much of the tournament but underlined the winning mentality instilled in the team by Sarina Wiegman.
Euro 2025: Rampant England and France reach quarterfinals
San Diego Wave forward Cascarino has been excellent in Switzerland, and she made sure that France would top the group with the key goals in a superb comeback from a goal down.
Euro 2025: Inspired James downs Dutch to kick-start England’s title defense
Lauren James made sure England avoided a major scare at Women’s Euro 2025 with a brace in Wednesday’s 4-0 thumping of the Netherlands, which kick-started the Lionesses’ title defense.
France make Euro 2025 statement
France staked their claim to be contenders for Women’s Euro 2025 by beating holders England 2-1.
