Details Of The New UEFA Europa Conference League Confirmed - 184 Teams To Participate, Trophy Launched
- Participation: The inaugural Europa Conference League will include 184 teams from all UEFA member associations, with a format designed for greater inclusion.
- Qualification: Teams will go through qualifying rounds and a play-off, with those from the top 5 associations entering directly into the play-off round.
- Tournament Structure: After qualification, 32 teams will be divided into groups, followed by knock-out stages with the final being held in Tirana, Albania.
UEFA has released the format of the new Europa Conference League, aiming for more inclusion of association members.
Europa Conference League 2021-22 Format
For the inaugural season of the UEFA's third continental football competition, a total of 184 teams from all members of the association will be able to compete.
This consists of at least one team from each association while 46 other clubs will come from either the Champions League or Europa League.
All teams will have to go through the qualifying rounds and a play-off. Those playing in the top 5 associations (Spain, England, Germany, Italy and France) will go straight to the play-off round instead.
By the group stage, there will be 32 teams left, which will be divided into eight groups of four clubs. Of the 32 clubs:
- 17 come from the UEFA Europa Conference League main path
- 5 come from the UEFA Europa Conference League champions path
- 10 eliminated in the UEFA Europa League play-offs
The format will then follow the similar route of Europa League and Champions League: knock-outs, round of 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals and final. Albania's capital Tirana will host the final of the 2021-22 Conference League at the National Arena (Arena Kombëtare).
The winner will secure a place in the group stage of following season's UEFA Europa League unless they have already qualified for the UEFA Champions League via their domestic competition.
UEFA Conference League Trophy
UEFA's President Aleksander Čeferin speaks about the new competition: "We want to make our competitions more inclusive – to give clubs and fans the chance to dream and compete for European honours."
"We have 55 national associations who make up UEFA, and it is important to give clubs from as many federations as possible the chance to prolong their European campaigns for as long as possible.
Further details regarding the 2021-22 Europa Conference League format can be found here.
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Adidas Leeds United 26-27 Retro Lifestyle Kit Leaked
Adidas Originals will release a retro collection for Leeds United. Recreated by kit insider @KamilBerberler using FIFA Kit Creator, this new lifestyle release promises a heavily nostalgic aesthetic.
The Adidas Leeds United 26-27 Originals shirt features a deep navy blue base, elevated by a tonal, all-over pattern made entirely of classic Adidas Trefoil logos. A strong vintage identity is established through the crisp white Trefoil and the club's universally beloved 'smiley' crest on the chest. The crest and colors are the same used for the Leeds 26-27 away kit, which is yellow, navy, and white.
The long-sleeve silhouette is finished with vibrant yellow shoulder piping, white Three Stripes down the arms, and thickly striped navy, white, and yellow cuffs.
Nike Cryo Shot Mercurial R9 Ronaldo Colorway Leaked - New Images
Nike has shared fresh detailed images of the Cryo Shot Mercurial R9 in the iconic Ronaldo colorway. The model reworks the classic Mercurial Vapor R9 silhouette, originally worn by the Brazilian star during the 1998 World Cup, as a lifestyle sneaker under the new Cryo Shot line.
The colorway uses Varsity Royal and Varsity Maize with metallic silver accents along with black and sail details. It carries the style code IQ8160-400 and will retail for $210.
The pair is scheduled to release on June 30, 2026, as part of Nike's Summer 2026 lineup that adapts multiple heritage football boots for everyday wear. What do you make of this new R9 version? Let us know in the comments.
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FC Isle of Man 2026-29 Home Kit Unveiled
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Pre-orders are open via the official club shop until June 5, 2026. What are your thoughts on the latest FC Isle of Man home kit? Let us know in the comments.
Mexico Third Kit Debuts On Pitch vs Ghana
The Mexican national team debuted its new third kit during the friendly against Ghana on May 22 at Estadio Cuauhtémoc. The Adidas design features a black base with a tonal MX pattern, tricolor accents from the Mexican flag on the collar and sleeves, and special embroidery details. The full apparel line was also worn, including the usual sponsorship placements.
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Released on May 11, the kit forms part of Mexico's preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which the country will co-host for the third time in its history. It results from a collaboration with Someone Somewhere and emphasizes national unity through the "Somos México" message.
The third kit provides an elegant alternative for when home and away colors clash. What do you think of Mexico's new third kit for the 2026-26 World Cup? Let us know in the comments.
Barcelona Releases Limited LaLiga Victory Box for 2025-26 Season
Barcelona has launched a limited edition LaLiga Victory Box to mark the club's 2025-26 title success. Priced at €499.99, the collection is sold exclusively through the official Barça store and is capped at 1,000 units total across available sizes.
Each box contains a player edition 2025-26 home jersey featuring a special commemorative LaLiga champions inscription, an official champions t-shirt, a numbered victory scarf, and a random limited Panini Instant card. The cards include rare parallels, with only 25 units across the run signed by players including Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, Lewandowski, Pedri, and Gavi.
The release follows Barcelona's league triumph in the 2025-26 campaign. Orders are now open with shipping in approximately two weeks. Would you purchase one of these boxes? Let us know in the comments.
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White shorts and green socks round out the kit. It is now available at official Coxa Store locations and online.
What do you think of the new Coritiba away shirt? Let us know in the comments.
Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo 30th Anniversary 26-27 Home Kit Released
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The design retains the team's traditional red and black vertical stripes but incorporates a starry sky pattern between them, drawing from the Hokkaido prefecture flag. It also features a special centered 30th anniversary badge marking the milestone.
The kit supports the club's push for promotion back to the J1 League.
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France 2026 World Cup Numbers Announced
France head coach Didier Deschamps has officially announced his 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. Following the announcement, the French Football Federation (FFF) has also revealed the official squad numbers that the Les Bleus will wear during the tournament.
The squad features a blend of experienced veterans and exciting young talent. As expected, superstar Kylian Mbappé will wear the iconic number 10 shirt, while Antoine Griezmann's former number 7 has been given to Ousmane Dembélé.
Here is the complete list of the France squad and their official numbers for the 2026 World Cup:
Goalkeepers
1 – Brice Samba (Rennes)
16 – Mike Maignan (AC Milan)
23 – Robin Risser (Lens)
Defenders
2 – Malo Gusto (Chelsea)
3 – Lucas Digne (Aston Villa)
4 – Dayot Upamecano (Bayern Munich)
5 – Jules Koundé (Barcelona)
15 – Ibrahima Konaté (Liverpool)
17 – William Saliba (Arsenal)
19 – Theo Hernandez (Al Hilal)
21 – Lucas Hernandez (PSG)
26 – Maxence Lacroix (Crystal Palace)
Midfielders
6 – Manu Koné (AS Roma)
8 – Aurélien Tchouaméni (Real Madrid)
13 – N'Golo Kanté (Fenerbahçe)
14 – Adrien Rabiot (AC Milan)
18 – Warren Zaïre-Emery (PSG)
Forwards
7 – Ousmane Dembélé (PSG)
9 – Marcus Thuram (Inter Milan)
10 – Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid)
11 – Michael Olise (Bayern Munich)
12 – Bradley Barcola (PSG)
20 – Désiré Doué (PSG)
22 – Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace)
24 – Rayan Cherki (Manchester City)
25 – Maghnes Akliouche (Monaco)
France, drawn into Group I, will face Iraq, Norway, and Senegal in the group stage as they aim for their third World Cup title.







