In 2025, many football stars saw significant drops in their market values, with Vinicius Junior leading the list, falling from €200 million to €170 million due to injuries and media pressure.

CAF praised Sofiane Bayazid's high-level performance in CHAN 2025, scoring 3 goals as a substitute for the Algerian local national team.

In summer 2013, Tottenham Hotspur held Brazilian Willian for 8 hours after he refused to sign and chose to join Chelsea, causing tension with Tottenham fans.

Khaled El-Ghandour sarcastically commented on Al Ahly's draw with Ghazl El Mahalla, highlighting the loss of two points before a key match against Pyramids.

FC Barcelona faces a logistical crisis before its match against Valencia on September 14, 2025, after La Liga rejected a request to change the venue due to Camp Nou renovations and Montjuïc stadium hosting a concert.

An Italian football official warned that Italy risks losing the right to host Euro 2032 due to poor stadium conditions and lack of readiness.

Algerian player Houssem Aouar's performance has declined at Saudi club Al-Ittihad, leading to his exclusion from the starting lineup, amid interest from European clubs like Aston Villa and Bournemouth despite his contract until 2028.

Memphis Depay is considering leaving Brazilian club Corinthians due to a financial crisis with the club and accumulated debts of 1.7 million euros, amid fan pressure demanding his departure.

The match between Real Madrid and Real Oviedo featured clashes between Vinicius Junior and Oviedo fans who insulted him after his attempt to deceive the referee. Vinicius scored and assisted but provoked the crowd with his celebrations, escalating tensions.

Irish WWE star JD McDonagh revealed a Liverpool shirt with Newcastle striker Alexander Isak’s name and number (9) during a show in Newcastle, provoking strong reactions from local fans.