Barcelona’s long-awaited return to the Camp Nou remains uncertain after repeated delays, safety disputes with the city council and costly seasons at Montjuic. For football fans planning an away day, the chaos only heightens anticipation for the moment Europe’s most iconic stadium finally reopens.

With 48 teams set to battle across North America, the 2026 World Cup promises new heroes. From teenage sensations to emerging midfield generals, these are the breakout stars ready to turn heads on football’s biggest stage.

With Napoli and Inter still neck and neck at the top, and the real possibility of a title play-off if they finish level on points, Serie A has taken a bold step. To avoid a scheduling clash with Inter’s Champions League final on May 31, the season finale will be played on a Friday night. It’s a decision loaded with drama, tension, and history in the making.

Rafaela Pimenta, one of football’s most powerful agents, opens up on the sexism she still faces, the emotional toll of restrictive transfer rules, and why the Haaland deal was a “marriage,” not a negotiation. From boardroom battles to advocating for women in sport, she’s challenging the system from the inside — and she’s not holding back.