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Inter captain Lautaro Martínez tore into his teammates after a 2-0 loss to Fluminense in the Club World Cup round of 16, calling out players lacking commitment. The defeat capped a trophyless season that included a 5-0 Champions League final loss to PSG. Martínez apologised to fans and urged a reset in mentality ahead of the new Serie A season, with Inter set to host Torino in August.

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard says the entire squad is backing Max Dowman, pointing to a strong dressing-room culture that helps young players settle and shine. The captain’s small gestures, including urging the youngster to celebrate with fans after winning a penalty, underline his mentorship. Dowman has impressed in pre-season and shown he can handle pressure.

Racist abuse aimed at Real Sociedad players Takefusa Kubo and Ander Barrenetxea during a match at Valencia's Mestalla stadium has led both clubs to condemn the incident. The clubs reported the abuse, caught on video, to LaLiga and called for strict disciplinary action as authorities begin investigating the case.

Newcastle United suffered a 2-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid in a pre-season friendly, struggling to create chances and extending their winless run. Standouts included Sean Longstaff's tireless display, while Fabian Schär faltered in defense. The result raises new concerns for Eddie Howe ahead of the Premier League season.

Tanzania kicked off their CHAN 2024 campaign with a commanding 2-0 win over Burkina Faso, marking their first-ever opening victory in the tournament. Goals from Abdul Sopu and Mohamed Hussein lifted the Taifa Stars, while Burkina Faso struggled to threaten. Group B now sees Tanzania take an early lead over Burundi and the Central African Republic.

Manchester United supporters saw more football-related arrests than any other club's fans in the 2024-25 season. Arrests decreased overall, but persistent issues remain, with West Ham topping banning order lists and Aston Villa facing a sharp rise in incidents.

Manchester United have signed 18-year-old Paraguayan defender Diego Leon from Cerro Porteño. Despite his age, Leon has made a mark with 33 senior appearances and four goals. His strong debut in a friendly has fans hopeful, and he will receive support as he integrates into the squad under Ruben Amorim, aiming to join the team for the US pre-season tour.

Trent Alexander-Arnold's second-half goal handed Liverpool a 1-0 away win at Leicester City, a result that confirmed Leicester’s relegation and boosted Liverpool’s Premier League title push. Both sides created big chances, but Leicester’s hopes ended with a disallowed goal and a long home goalless run.