Former Chelsea and England star Ruben Loftus-Cheek was rushed to the hospital on Sunday after suffering a severe head injury while playing for AC Milan.

Italian football is undergoing a significant shift in the development and utilization of young talent, as major Serie A clubs are "sending" their promising youngsters to lower leagues to gain experience in more challenging environments.

The 0-1 loss to Parma last weekend was yet another occasion this season when Milan felt wronged by the referee's whistle. They tried to protest through the media, but as always, their efforts barely had any impact.

All eyes will be on Lausanne today (26/2) as Hector Hevel awaits a decisive verdict from the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). This decision could determine the next chapter of his career and his future with the Malaysian national team.

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has just announced penalties for Đình Bắc and the Vietnam U22 team following violations at SEA Games 33 and the 2026 AFC U23 Championship.

Amid numerous controversies surrounding the Asian Cup 2027 qualifier against Vietnam on March 31, as well as the suspension of naturalized players, Malaysia's head coach Peter Cklamovski emphasized that he is focusing on a long-term plan beyond the immediate issues.

The U23 generation has shown remarkable growth, the group of overseas Vietnamese players have secured their positions, and notably, the arrival of numerous quality naturalized foreign players promises significant personnel changes in the Vietnam national team. The year 2026 is expected to witness possibly the fiercest competition ever, unveiling a comprehensive edition of the "Golden Star Warriors."

The Vietnam national team has confirmed their international friendly match during the FIFA Days in March 2026, with Bangladesh as their opponent.

Just one day after a 0-2 defeat to Australia in their opening match, the Vietnam women's futsal team quickly regained their composure to beat the Philippines 2-0 yesterday afternoon (February 25) in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand. This convincing victory not only keeps coach Nguyễn Đình Hoàng’s squad hopeful for a semifinal spot but also demonstrates the Vietnamese players' resilience and superior understanding of their opponents.

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