
Italian media criticize Koopmeiners: 'Terribly slow and uncertain'
Amidst a chorus of whistles, Teun Koopmeiners left the field after 54 minutes during the Coppa Italia match against Empoli. Juventus ultimately lost on penalties, and the Dutchman was not spared by the Italian media.

Bayern irritated and on a collision course with club icon: free transfer exit imminent
Joshua Kimmich has clashed heavily with Bayern Munich. The club icon of Der Rekordmeister refuses to sign a new contract. Out of frustration, the club has withdrawn its offer.

No rescue for Kuijt: new format in Belgium continues but starts later
Belgium has officially embraced a new league format. Starting from the 2026/27 season, the Jupiler Pro League will expand from sixteen to eighteen clubs. This will have drastic consequences for the current play-offs.