Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé has shared his excitement after clinching the FIFA International Cup at the Lusail Stadium on Wednesday. The venue holds special significance for the French forward, as it was the stage for his memorable World Cup showdown with Lionel Messi exactly two years ago.

Back in top form, Mbappé delivered a standout performance for Los Blancos, scoring in their commanding 3-0 victory over Pachuca. The match marked his return to Doha, Qatar, for the first time since the dramatic 2022 FIFA World Cup final, where France lost to Argentina on penalties.

This time, the outcome was different, with Mbappé celebrating on the winning side. Taking to Instagram after the victory, the former Paris Saint-Germain star expressed his joy at lifting another trophy in the iconic stadium.

“The Intercontinental Cup is back to Madrid. Second title of the season. This time I won at Lusail Stadium... #HalaMadrid,” he wrote.

Mbappé's latest triumph underscores his continued brilliance on the global stage, adding another milestone to his illustrious career.

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou has compared the challenges of being a Premier League coach to those of a Prime Minister, arguing that football managers face greater scrutiny with "an election every weekend."

Speaking on Wednesday, Postecoglou explained the relentless nature of the job: “How many times does a Prime Minister have an election? I have one every weekend, mate. We have an election every weekend and either get voted in or out.”

Tottenham, who last won a trophy in 2008, currently sit 10th in the Premier League. Last weekend's decisive 5-0 victory over Southampton highlighted the precarious nature of football management, as it led to the sacking of Saints boss Russell Martin, just hours after Wolves dismissed Gary O’Neil.

On Thursday, Postecoglou’s side faces Manchester United in the English League Cup quarter-finals, a crucial match that he acknowledges could bring more scrutiny if the result doesn’t go their way.

Reflecting on the growing pressures of modern football, Postecoglou expressed concern about how managers are treated: “We’ve lost all sense of respect in society where people are still in jobs, and their replacements are already being speculated about. It’s become too easy to throw people in the trash and move on without any thought or care.”

He continued, “People say managers have always been sacked, but now it feels different. We forget there’s a human being involved. This is the hardest job in any walk of life. Politics may be tough, but this is harder. Few managers come out of this job without scars.”

As Postecoglou prepares for Tottenham's next challenge, his comments highlight the intense pressure and scrutiny that define the world of football management today.

Former Manchester United striker Teddy Sheringham has identified Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice as the ideal signing for Red Devils manager Ruben Amorim. Sheringham praised Rice as a "proper player" who leads by example and stated that acquiring the England international would be a significant move for the club.

“I said a couple of years ago, Manchester United should have got Declan Rice,” Sheringham told Genting Casino. “If they went out and bought Declan Rice off Arsenal, that’d make me laugh because that’d obviously make Arsenal weaker and make United even stronger.”

Sheringham emphasized Rice’s leadership qualities, adding, “He’s a proper player who leads by example. That’s the type of player you need in your football club. When you’re making a statement about a new manager coming in and buying new players, that is the type of player you buy. Declan Rice all day.”

Declan Rice joined Arsenal in 2023 from Premier League side West Ham United. His performances and leadership at Arsenal have continued to underline his reputation as one of England’s top midfielders.

Côte d’Ivoire has been confirmed as the new host for the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations.

Originally set to take place in South Africa, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced the change following its executive committee meeting in Marrakech, Morocco.

The tournament is scheduled for March 2025 and will feature top teams from across the continent, including Nigeria’s Flying Eagles.

In addition to competing for continental glory, the semi-finalists at the U-20 AFCON will secure spots at the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup, which will be hosted by Chile.