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AC Milan

Also known as: Italian giants AC Milan

AC Milan — Italian football club that signed Luka Modric and Goncalo Ramos, and appointed Ruben Amorim as head coach in June 2026.

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  1. May 2026
  2. Joy Online

    Before his time in England, Boakye-Yiadom had spells with Accra-based Division Two side MSK Zilina Africa, as well as stints in Europe including a period with AC Milan at youth level.

    Kingsford Boakye-Yiadom attracts interest from Man United, Brighton, Atletico Madrid, others after Everton exit
  3. April 2026
  4. Joy Online

    Beyond this latest breakthrough, Kick Nation has already facilitated international moves for several players, including two to Brook House College and five others to AC Milan—a strong indication of its expanding network and credibility within global football circles.

    Kick Nation secures Ipswich Town trial for Ghanaian youngster Philip Frimpong
  5. Joy Online

    AC Milan manager Massimiliano Allegri is another option being seriously considered.

    Why Mourinho could be Real’s ‘ultimate wildcard’
  6. Joy Online

    Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic believes Luka Modric will be fit to lead his side at this summer’s World Cup after the AC Milan midfielder had surgery on a broken cheekbone.

    Croatia confident of Luka Modric recovery for World Cup
Sport

AC Milan and Italy legend Franco Baresi dies at 66

The News

Franco Baresi, who spent his entire 20-year playing career at AC Milan and captained the club for 15 seasons, has died aged 66. Regarded as one of the greatest defenders in football, he won six Serie A titles, three European Cups, and was capped 81 times by Italy, appearing in the 1982 World Cup-winning squad and the 1994 World Cup final.

31 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 31 July

  1. AC Milan and Italy legend Franco Baresi dies at 66

    Franco Baresi, who spent his entire 20-year playing career at AC Milan and captained the club for 15 seasons, has died aged 66. Regarded as one of the greatest defenders in football, he won six Serie A titles, three European Cups, and was capped 81 times by Italy, appearing in the 1982 World Cup-winning squad and the 1994 World Cup final.

    31 July 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 27 July

  1. Pirlo withdraws from Italy coaching role amid Russian betting firm row

    Andrea Pirlo has withdrawn as a candidate to coach the Italian national football team following backlash over his ties to Russian betting company Fonbet and appearances alongside pro-Kremlin figures. The controversy also prompted two senior Italian Football Federation officials, Paolo Maldini and Leonardo, to resign.

    27 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 24 July

  1. Italy approached Ancelotti before Guardiola for coaching role

    Italy's Football Federation approached Carlo Ancelotti, currently Brazil's manager, before holding talks with Pep Guardiola to fill the national team head coach position vacant since Gennaro Gattuso's resignation in April.

    24 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 23 July

  1. Luka Modric signs one-year AC Milan contract extension

    AC Milan midfielder Luka Modric, 40, has signed a one-year contract extension with the Italian club after joining on a one-year deal last summer following 13 years at Real Madrid. Modric scored two goals in 37 appearances for Milan last season as they finished fifth in Serie A.

    23 July 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 20 July

  1. David Beckham becomes the face of World Cup in America

    During the World Cup in the US, former England captain David Beckham has dominated off-the-pitch marketing, fronting advertising campaigns for 11 brands including McDonald's, Major League Soccer, and Bank of America. Marketing experts attribute his prominence to his broad appeal across demographics and his authentic, down-to-earth persona that translates across football, fashion, entertainment, and business.

    20 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 9 July

  1. US confirms Christian Pulisic fractured leg against Belgium

    Christian Pulisic was diagnosed with a microfracture and bone bruise of the tibia/fibula in his right leg sustained during the United States' 4-1 World Cup defeat by Belgium. The 27-year-old was substituted in the 59th minute, and US Soccer will collaborate with his club AC Milan on his recovery.

    9 July 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 7 July

  1. FIFA investigates alleged racist abuse of IShowSpeed at tournament

    FIFA has opened an investigation into alleged racist abuse involving American social media influencer IShowSpeed and an Argentina supporter during the Copa América, which took place on 3 July at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.

    7 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Rooney praises Bellingham's display against Mexico

    Wayne Rooney compared Jude Bellingham's two-goal performance in England's 3-2 World Cup victory over Mexico to Steven Gerrard's Champions League final heroics and Roy Keane's inspired display against Juventus, saying Bellingham "dragged" the team through with his timing, desire, and work rate.

    7 July 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 6 July

  1. Tottenham signs Newcastle midfielder Tonali for £100m

    Tottenham completed the signing of Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali for a club-record fee of £92.5m initially plus £7.5m in add-ons, after the 26-year-old Italian spent three seasons with the Magpies.

    6 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 2 July

  1. Fourteen World Cup players remain unemployed after tournament

    As of 2 July, 14 players still active at the World Cup are technically without clubs to return to after the tournament ends. Notable free agents include Casemiro, James Rodriguez, Mo Salah, John Stones, and others, some of whom are using the competition to impress potential suitors despite their employment situations.

    2 July 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 30 June

  1. AC Milan signs Portugal striker Ramos from PSG for £60m

    AC Milan have signed Paris St-Germain striker Goncalo Ramos for a reported club record transfer fee of about £60m. The 25-year-old Portugal forward has agreed a contract until 2031 after scoring 45 goals in three seasons at PSG.

    30 June 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 29 June

  1. Diomande prefers PSG over Liverpool as clubs negotiate deal

    Liverpool's £69m plus add-ons bid for 19-year-old Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande was rejected this month; Diomande would prefer to join PSG, while RB Leipzig seek about £129m and are willing to offer him an improved contract to retain him for another season.

    29 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Polish striker Lewandowski joins Chicago Fire until 2028

    Robert Lewandowski has signed a two-year deal with MLS side Chicago Fire after leaving Barcelona. The 37-year-old Polish striker ended his four-year stint in La Liga and was also of interest to AC Milan and the Saudi Pro League.

    29 June 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 16 June

  1. Ruben Amorim appointed AC Milan head coach on two-year deal

    Former Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has been appointed head coach of AC Milan on a two-year contract to replace Massimiliano Allegri. The 41-year-old Portuguese coach will forego remaining pay from Manchester United following his January dismissal.

    16 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Ruben Amorim agrees to become AC Milan's next head coach

    The 41-year-old has agreed to replace Massimiliano Allegri and is expected to sign a two-year contract later this week. Amorim is reportedly forgoing his remaining Manchester United salary following his dismissal in January.

    16 June 2026 · Daily Guide

Saturday 13 June

  1. USA beats Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup Group D opener

    The United States defeated Paraguay 4-1 in their World Cup campaign opener in Los Angeles, with former Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun scoring twice. The victory matches the US' joint-biggest World Cup win and is just the second time a US player has scored more than once in a World Cup match.

    13 June 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 5 June

  1. Liverpool appoint Iraola as head coach on two-year deal

    Liverpool have appointed Andoni Iraola as head coach on a two-year contract following Arne Slot's departure. The former Bournemouth manager, 43, takes over after the Reds finished the Premier League season with 60 points and qualified for next season's Champions League.

    5 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Thursday 4 June

  1. Liverpool appoint Andoni Iraola as head coach

    Liverpool have appointed Andoni Iraola as head coach following Arne Slot's sacking, a year after the Dutchman led them to the Premier League title. The former Bournemouth manager, who guided the Cherries to sixth place this season, replaces Slot at Anfield.

    4 June 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Carlo Ancelotti takes Brazil coaching role as first foreign World Cup manager

    Italian manager Carlo Ancelotti agreed in May 2025 to lead Brazil as their first-ever foreign coach at a World Cup, and has prioritized learning Portuguese through intensive lessons to win over the fanbase and local staff.

    2 June 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 7 May

  1. English clubs reach all three European finals in same season

    Arsenal, Aston Villa, and Crystal Palace have all reached the finals of the Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League respectively in the same season for the first time. Villa will face Freiburg in the Europa League final on 20 May, and Crystal Palace will play Rayo Vallecano in the Conference League final on 27 May.

    7 May 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 2 May

  1. Ghanaian winger Boakye-Yiadom draws interest from top European clubs

    Kingsford Boakye-Yiadom, a 21-year-old Ghanaian winger, has left Everton's academy and is being monitored by Manchester United, Brighton, Atlético Madrid, RB Leipzig, AS Monaco, Feyenoord and Genoa. The prospect, known for his pace and close control, made 16 appearances for Everton's youth side last season, scoring twice and providing one assist.

    2 May 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 30 April

  1. Kick Nation secures Ipswich Town trial for Ghanaian footballer

    Football agency Kick Nation has arranged a three-week trial at Ipswich Town FC for Doxa-H United player Philip Frimpong. The agency has previously facilitated international moves for several players, including two to Brook House College and five to AC Milan.

    30 April 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Real Madrid considers Mourinho as potential manager replacement

    Real Madrid's manager Alvaro Arbeloa faces pressure after poor results, sitting closer to third-place than league leaders Barcelona with a 64% win percentage in La Liga. Jose Mourinho, currently managing Benfica, is being mentioned as a potential replacement, having previously managed Real Madrid from 2010 to 2013 and winning La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the Spanish Super Cup.

    28 April 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Croatia coach confident Modric will recover for World Cup

    Luka Modric underwent surgery for a broken cheekbone sustained in a collision during AC Milan's 0-0 draw with Juventus. Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic expressed confidence that the 40-year-old will be fit to lead his side at the World Cup, which begins on 11 June, with Croatia opening their campaign against England on 17 June.

    28 April 2026 · Joy Online

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