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  • Thibaut Courtois gets ‘brick wall’ tattoo to celebrate Champions League Final heroics

    Thibaut Courtois gets ‘brick wall’ tattoo to celebrate Champions League Final heroics

    Can’t blame him for celebrating that performance, tbf Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has celebrated his Champions League final heroics against Liverpool by getting a brick wall tattoo on his arm. The Belgium international made a record-breaking nine saves against Jurgen Klopp’s men at the Stade de France in May and produced one of the all-time […]

    4 years ago

  • Malcolm Ebiowei ‘ignored Erik ten Hag text’ before signing for Crystal Palace

    Malcolm Ebiowei ‘ignored Erik ten Hag text’ before signing for Crystal Palace

    Ebiowei is set to sign for Crystal Palace soon New Crystal Palace signing Malcolm Ebiowei snubbed Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag before signing for the Eagles, according to reports. The 18-year-old forward agreed a deal to join Patrick Vieira’s side, who are expected to officially announce the deal soon – beating the likes of […]

    4 years ago

  • Roy Keane makes good on bet after seeing Cork fall to Dublin

    Roy Keane makes good on bet after seeing Cork fall to Dublin

    The Man United legend was a man of his word. Roy Keane was able to see the funny side as he was booed by a sizeable section the 50,000 crowd at Croke Park, on Saturday. Keane was supporting his native Cork in their Gaelic Football clash with Dublin, but his county were unable to secure […]

    4 years ago

  • Man United send emphatic response to Cristiano Ronaldo after Chelsea transfer link

    Man United send emphatic response to Cristiano Ronaldo after Chelsea transfer link

    Chelsea have been linked with a move for Ronaldo Manchester United have reportedly told Cristiano Ronaldo that he is not for sale after the Portuguese international was linked with a move to Chelsea. As reported by The Athletic, new Blues owner Todd Boehly met with Ronaldo’s super-agent Jorge Mendes in Portugal last week, with the […]

    4 years ago

  • Patrick Vieira claims he was ‘much better’ than Roy Keane in new interview

    Patrick Vieira claims he was ‘much better’ than Roy Keane in new interview

    ‘So I loved the way he was on the field, it was massive respect.’ Patrick Vieira couldn’t help but aim a few subtle digs at Roy Keane in a recent interview. The Arsenal legend joked that he didn’t want to touch the former Manchester United man’s shirt and insisted he was the ‘much better’ player […]

    4 years ago

  • Aymeric Laporte offers sarcastic response after Team of the Year snub

    Aymeric Laporte offers sarcastic response after Team of the Year snub

    Tell us what you really think, Aymeric. Aymeric Laporte issued a sarcastic response after being snubbed from the PFA Team of the Year, with Manchester City also dropping a timely montage of the defender on social media. The Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) announced its yearly award winners on Thursday evening, with Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah winning […]

    4 years ago

  • Rebel golfers given ‘crib sheet’ of pre-determined answers to questions on Saudi funding

    Rebel golfers given ‘crib sheet’ of pre-determined answers to questions on Saudi funding

    It’s almost like the organisers are aware that the tour is extremely controversial The players participating in the controversial Saudi-backed LIV International Golf Series were given a ‘crib sheet’ with pre-determined answers to questions about Saudi funding. As reported by the Daily Mail, the likes of Phil Mickelson, Dustin Johnson and Lee Westwood were handed a […]

    4 years ago

  • Stern Erik ten Hag email warns Man Utd stars he ‘won’t tolerate egos’

    Stern Erik ten Hag email warns Man Utd stars he ‘won’t tolerate egos’

    Ten Hag told the players ‘no individual is more important than any other’ Erik ten Hag has reportedly warned his Manchester United squad that he will not tolerate egos in the dressing room with a stern email to the first-team players. The Dutchman, who has replaced interim boss Ralf Rangnick at Old Trafford, will be […]

    4 years ago

  • Ronaldo’s classy gesture to Jonathan Woodgate after “difficult” Real Madrid debut

    Ronaldo’s classy gesture to Jonathan Woodgate after “difficult” Real Madrid debut

    “Ronaldo came over and asked, ‘how are you?’” Brazilian legend Ronaldo was quick to console Jonathan Woodgate after the former England centre-back endured a nightmare Real Madrid debut. Los Blancos spent £13.4million on Newcastle defender Woodgate back in the summer of 2003, but his career at the Santiago Bernabéu was hampered by injuries. Woodgate’s nightmare Madrid debut. Woodgate, […]

    4 years ago

  • Connor Roberts confronts Burnley teammate Wout Weghorst during Nations League clash

    Connor Roberts confronts Burnley teammate Wout Weghorst during Nations League clash

    Pre-season is going to be awkward. Burnley teammates Connor Roberts and Wout Weghorst exchanged words after Wales’ clash with the Netherlands, with the Welshman asking the match-winner why he didn’t do that for their shared club side. Teun Koopmeiners opened the scoring for Louis van Gaal’s men in the 50th minute, but Wales – buoyed by […]

    4 years ago

  • Manchester United turn down Tottenham’s approach for Marcus Rashford

    Manchester United turn down Tottenham’s approach for Marcus Rashford

    Spurs are keen to sign a versatile forward. Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly been ‘rebuffed’ in their attempts to sign Manchester United and England attacker Marcus Rashford. As reported by The Times, the London club are keen to sign a forward who can play in a number of attacking positions and thought that they could help […]

    4 years ago

  • Gareth Bale ‘offered to’ Madrid-based Getafe after leaving Real Madrid

    Gareth Bale ‘offered to’ Madrid-based Getafe after leaving Real Madrid

    Getafe will ‘consider and study’ the possibility. Gareth Bale has been ‘offered’ to LaLiga outfit Getafe after leaving Spanish giants Real Madrid, according to the club’s president. The 32-year-old is available on a free transfer having left Real Madrid after nine years with Los Blancos, where he registered 106 goals and 67 assists in 258 […]

    4 years ago

  • Louis van Gaal offers Jurrien Timber advice on Man United move

    Louis van Gaal offers Jurrien Timber advice on Man United move

    ‘It is not so wise I think. He has to play’ Netherlands boss Louis van Gaal has told Ajax centre-back Jurrien Timber that a summer switch to Manchester United ‘is not so wise’ in a World Cup year. The former Red Devils boss, who left Old Trafford in 2016, has been incredibly outspoken against his […]

    4 years ago

  • Son Heung-min prevents ‘fight’ between two opponents during Chile win

    Son Heung-min prevents ‘fight’ between two opponents during Chile win

    He could be the most likeable man in football. Tottenham Hotspur star Son Heung-min broke up an argument between two opposition players during South Korea’s 2-0 victory over Chile in Daejeon. Son, who captained his country, scored South Korea’s second goal of the match in injury time, but also received praise for his professionalism by […]

    4 years ago

  • England fans arrested in Munich for Nazi salutes before Germany clash

    England fans arrested in Munich for Nazi salutes before Germany clash

    Three fans were arrested for making a Nazi salute. Seven England supporters were arrested in Munich on Monday, including three for making a Nazi salute. It is thought that more than 4,500 Three Lions fans will be in Germany for Tuesday’s Nations League game against Hansi Flick’s side. The other arrests included two for inciting […]

    4 years ago

  • Tiger Woods rejected nearly $1billion to join rebel Saudi golf tour

    Tiger Woods rejected nearly $1billion to join rebel Saudi golf tour

    ‘Woods turned down a deal that was mind-blowingly enormous.’ Tiger Woods turned down a figure close to $1billion to join the Saudi golf revolution, according to former golfer Greg Norman. It comes after the announcement that six-time major champion Phil Mickelson will end his four-month exile from golf at the inaugural Saudi-backed LIV series event […]

    4 years ago

  • Gareth Bale: Cardiff City interested in signing Wales captain

    Gareth Bale: Cardiff City interested in signing Wales captain

    Can Cardiff pull this off? Gareth Bale is attracting a lot of interest after announcing that he has Real Madrid, and a Championship club are interested in securing his signature. As reported by the BBC, Cardiff City are ‘stepping up their efforts’ to pull off the signing of the Wales captain in the coming weeks.  […]

    4 years ago

  • The FootballJOE Pub Quiz: Week 40

    The FootballJOE Pub Quiz: Week 40

    Ah, Monday. Well, we hope you enjoyed the long weekend. Last week, Ireland lost, Wales qualified for the World Cup for the first time in 64 years, England were well-beaten by Hungary in Budapest, Lionel Messi broke more records and players began to join, and leave, clubs. The Nations League continues this week, with the […]

    4 years ago

  • Man United should’ve hired Gareth Southgate over Erik ten Hag, Danny Murphy claims

    Man United should’ve hired Gareth Southgate over Erik ten Hag, Danny Murphy claims

    It’s certainly a bold claim, Danny. Former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy has claimed that Gareth Southgate would do a better job as Manchester United manager than Erik ten Hag will do. Ten Hag, who signed a three-year contract to be the Red Devils’ new permanent boss, replaced interim manager Ralf Rangnick in the Old Trafford […]

    4 years ago

  • Cristiano Ronaldo’s mother weeps with joy after Portugal legend extends goal record

    Cristiano Ronaldo’s mother weeps with joy after Portugal legend extends goal record

    Incredibly wholesome. Cristiano Ronaldo’s mother couldn’t help but cry with joy as she watched her son star in Portugal’s convincing victory over Switzerland on Sunday. The Manchester United attacker scored twice and grabbed an assist as Fernando Santos’ men secured a routine 4-0 Nations League victory over Murat Yakin’s side, with Ronaldo showing his class […]

    4 years ago

  • Yves Bissouma hints at Arsenal move in cryptic Instagram post

    Yves Bissouma hints at Arsenal move in cryptic Instagram post

    He’s certainly putting himself out there. Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Yves Bissouma has appeared to issue a ‘come-and-get-me-plea’ to Arsenal after teasing a move to the Gunners. The 25-year-old, who is reportedly a target for Mikel Arteta’s side, enjoyed a successful campaign with the Seagulls, helping Graham Potter’s men to finish ninth in the […]

    4 years ago

  • Former Chelsea defender Alex undergoes heart bypass surgery

    Former Chelsea defender Alex undergoes heart bypass surgery

    He announced that he would remain in hospital. Former Brazil and Chelsea defender has revealed that he has undergone heart bypass surgery after four blocked arteries were found. The 39-year-old’s former club, Santos, posted a video of the ex-footballer at a hospital in an undisclosed location as he recovered on Friday. “I came here to deny […]

    4 years ago

  • Sadio Mane claims he ‘will do what the Senegalese people want’ for next move

    Sadio Mane claims he ‘will do what the Senegalese people want’ for next move

    ‘I will do what they want. We will see soon.’ Liverpool forward Sadio Mane has claimed that he ‘will do what the Senegalese people want’ when deciding his future. The Senegal international has just 12 months left on his current deal at Anfield and has emerged as a summer transfer target for Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich […]

    4 years ago

  • Russian club Anzhi Makhachkala set to become extinct

    Russian club Anzhi Makhachkala set to become extinct

    The club’s last professional game is scheduled for June 5. The Russian club which once boasted the likes of Roberto Carlos and Samuel Eto’o is set to fold, despite previously being one of the richest teams in the world. Anzhi Makhachkala have been denied a licence for the Russian third tier after failing to meet […]

    4 years ago

  • Jose Mourinho under consideration to become new PSG manager

    Jose Mourinho under consideration to become new PSG manager

    Mourinho recently led Roma to Europa Conference League glory Roma boss Jose Mourinho is being strongly considered to become the new Paris Saint-Germain manager, according to reports. According to The Telegraph, the Portuguese coach is being lined up to replace Mauricio Pochettino in the Le Parc des Princes hot-seat. The former Chelsea and Manchester United […]

    4 years ago

  • Carlos Tevez announces his retirement after ‘losing his number one fan’

    Carlos Tevez announces his retirement after ‘losing his number one fan’

    Tevez won three Premier League titles, two Scudetti, and the Champions League. Former Manchester City and Manchester United striker Carlos Tevez has confirmed his retirement after he said he could no longer continue playing following the death of his father last year. The Argentinian revealed that he had rejected offers from the United States as […]

    4 years ago

  • Diego Costa launches foul-mouthed rant against former club Atletico Madrid

    Diego Costa launches foul-mouthed rant against former club Atletico Madrid

    ‘Atletico Madrid is not at a level to challenge in Europe.’ Diego Costa has launched a surprising rant against his former side Atletico Madrid, claiming that the club’s training facilities are ‘s***’ and the academy is ‘dead’. The Spain international – who is a free agent after terminating his contract with Brazilian side Atletico Mineiro […]

    4 years ago

  • Jack Grealish hits back at critics after Premier League title celebrations

    Jack Grealish hits back at critics after Premier League title celebrations

    ‘I’ve just won the Premier League. It’s a dream come true. Why can’t I go on holiday?’ Manchester City winger Jack Grealish has responded to critics about his celebrations following City’s Premier League title triumph. The 26-year-old deservedly enjoyed himself during the club’s open bus parade before holidaying in Ibiza. But he was also criticised […]

    4 years ago

  • Kylian Mbappe ‘wants PSG to bin 14 big names’ including Pochettino and Neymar

    Kylian Mbappe ‘wants PSG to bin 14 big names’ including Pochettino and Neymar

    Mbappe is using his ‘power’ for a mass cull at PSG. Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe wants to see 14 players leave the Ligue 1 champions this summer, including manager Mauricio Pochettino and fellow attacker Neymar. The 23-year-old recently signed a new three-year deal worth £650,000-a-week with the Parisians, committing his future to the French giants […]

    4 years ago

  • Lionel Messi equals Cristiano Ronaldo record with Finalissima triumph

    Lionel Messi equals Cristiano Ronaldo record with Finalissima triumph

    The two greats are now tied Lionel Messi equalled Cristiano Ronaldo’s record of major international honours after helping Argentina to victory in the Finalissima on Wednesday night. Argentina dominated Italy and secured a 3-0 win thanks to goals from Lautaro Martínez, Ángel Di María and Paulo Dybala. The showpiece event – which saw the champions […]

    4 years ago

  • Paul Pogba pockets ‘loyalty bonus’ after Man United exit

    Paul Pogba pockets ‘loyalty bonus’ after Man United exit

    The Frenchman earned £5.613m for each of his 39 goals for Man United Paul Pogba will depart Manchester United with a £3.78million loyalty bonus when he leaves the club as a free agent at the end of the month. The Red Devils confirmed that the Frenchman would be leaving Old Trafford for a second time […]

    4 years ago

  • Graeme Souness sums up conflicted Scottish thoughts, ahead of Ukraine playoff

    Graeme Souness sums up conflicted Scottish thoughts, ahead of Ukraine playoff

    ‘I’ll be emotional. I don’t just want Ukraine to qualify, I want them to go there and win it’ Former Scotland international Graeme Souness has admitted that he wants Ukraine to beat Scotland in the World Cup play-off match on Wednesday night. Souness, who captained the Tartan Army in his playing days, is backing the […]

    4 years ago

  • Barcelona ‘unable to register new signings Franck Kessie and Andreas Christensen’

    Barcelona ‘unable to register new signings Franck Kessie and Andreas Christensen’

    It’s like the Ferran Torres debacle all over again Barcelona are reportedly unable to register free signings Andreas Christensen and Franck Kessie, with the Catalan giants set to announce the arrival of the pair in the coming weeks. As reported by Sport, the financial situation at the LaLiga club means that if the season were […]

    4 years ago

  • Cristiano Ronaldo ‘moaned about old swimming pool’ on Man United return

    Cristiano Ronaldo ‘moaned about old swimming pool’ on Man United return

    The Portuguese captain claimed the pools were old and a health hazard. Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly forced a number of changes at Manchester United’s training ground after complaining about the state of its swimming pool on his return to the club. The 37-year-old re-signed for the Red Devils last summer and has experienced a largely successful […]

    4 years ago

  • The FootballJOE Pub Quiz: Week 39

    The FootballJOE Pub Quiz: Week 39

    How is it Monday already? So, that was some weekend, wasn’t it? European club football is now over for a couple of months, but we’ve still got plenty to look forward to this summer, so don’t be too down. Real Madrid won the Champions League final, Nottingham Forest won promotion to the Premier League after […]

    4 years ago

  • Jamie Carragher slams UEFA ‘lies’ after chaos at Champions League final

    Jamie Carragher slams UEFA ‘lies’ after chaos at Champions League final

    ‘It is now the duty of Uefa and the French police to stop trying to present a dishonest picture’ Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has criticised UEFA for their handling of Saturday’s Champions League final in Paris between the Reds and Real Madrid. Jurgen Klopp’s side suffered an agonising 1-0 defeat to Madrid at the Stade de […]

    4 years ago

  • Andy Robertson sews it into UEFA over Champions League final farce

    Andy Robertson sews it into UEFA over Champions League final farce

    ‘One of my mates got told it was a fake which I assure you it wasn’t’ Liverpool defender Andy Robertson has criticised UEFA and called them a ‘shambles’ following the chaotic scenes before the Champions League final against Real Madrid in Paris. Kick off was delayed by more than 30 minutes with reports suggesting that […]

    4 years ago

  • Richarlison trolls Liverpool after their Champions League final loss

    Richarlison trolls Liverpool after their Champions League final loss

    This was only a matter of time… Everton forward Richarlison mocked Merseyside rivals Liverpool after the Reds lost to Real Madrid in the Champions League final in Paris on Saturday night. Carlo Ancelotti’s side secured a 1-0 victory over Jurgen Klopp’s men, with Vinícius Júnior’s second half goal enough to see Madrid collect their 14th […]

    4 years ago

  • Liverpool fans appear to be attacked by riot police in Champions League fan zone

    Liverpool fans appear to be attacked by riot police in Champions League fan zone

    More unsavoury scenes in the French capital. French riot police appeared to attack Liverpool supporters watching the Reds’ Champions League final clash against Real Madrid in Paris on Saturday night. Carlo Ancelotti’s men secured a 1-0 win over Jurgen Klopp’s side to win their 14th crown , thanks to Vinícius Júnior’s second-half strike. However, several […]

    4 years ago

  • Liverpool issue statement after Champions League final entry chaos

    Liverpool issue statement after Champions League final entry chaos

    The Reds said fans ‘should not have to experience the scenes we have witnessed tonight’ Liverpool have released a statement following the ‘stadium entry issues’ at the Stade de France before the Champions League final on Saturday. The final in Paris was delayed by over 30 minutes after supporters making their way to the stadium for […]

    4 years ago

  • Fans ‘tear gassed’ and denied entry to Champions League final in Paris

    Fans ‘tear gassed’ and denied entry to Champions League final in Paris

    There were reports of “chaos” and a “big bottleneck”. Fans were reportedly tear-gassed outside the Stade de France and denied entry to the Champions League final between Liverpool and Real Madrid. Kick-off was delayed by 15 minutes as supporters making their way to the stadium for the match were caught up in “chaos” and a “big […]

    4 years ago

  • Fans caught up in ‘chaos’ outside Stade de France before Champions League final

    Fans caught up in ‘chaos’ outside Stade de France before Champions League final

    Worrying scenes outside the stadium. Supporters making their way to the stadium for the Champions League final have been caught up in “chaos” and a “big bottleneck”, according to reports. Liverpool are facing off against Real Madrid at the Stade de France tonight, with kick off scheduled for 8 pm. Kick-off has since been delayed by […]

    4 years ago

  • Liverpool stars annoyed at UEFA over celebration rules should they beat Real Madrid

    Liverpool stars annoyed at UEFA over celebration rules should they beat Real Madrid

    ‘Security concerns’ have been cited in UEFA’s decision. Liverpool’s players are reportedly annoyed about not being allowed to bring their families onto the pitch if they win the Champions League final on Saturday. Jurgen Klopp’s men face off against Real Madrid in Paris later tonight (Saturday, May 28), hoping to secure their third trophy of […]

    4 years ago

  • Carlo Ancelotti insists Everton fans want Real Madrid to beat Liverpool

    Carlo Ancelotti insists Everton fans want Real Madrid to beat Liverpool

    ‘I have good memories of my time spent on the blue side and I know they will support me.’ Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti believes that Everton fans will be supporting Los Blancos when they take on Liverpool in the Champions League final on Saturday. The 62-year-old spent 18 months at Goodison Park before returning […]

    4 years ago

  • Wolves seek legal advice over Arsenal’s pursuit of youngster Marquinhos

    Wolves seek legal advice over Arsenal’s pursuit of youngster Marquinhos

    Marquinhos agreed a pre-contract agreement with Wolves Wolverhampton Wanderers are reportedly seeking advice from a legal firm in Brazil to take action against Brazilian wonderkid Marquinhos. The 19-year-old Sao Paulo forward is expected to sign for Arsenal in the coming days after travelling to London to complete a medical and agree to a deal. However, […]

    4 years ago

  • Rio Ferdinand: Pep isn’t a failure for not winning Champions League at Man City

    Rio Ferdinand: Pep isn’t a failure for not winning Champions League at Man City

    ‘It’s bollocks. Sorry but it’s rubbish.’ Rio Ferdinand has rubbished claims that Pep Guardiola is a ‘failure’ if he doesn’t win the Champions League with Manchester City, insisting he has revolutionised football. Guardiola failed in his quest to bring the Champions League trophy to City for the sixth straight season as his men collapsed in […]

    4 years ago

  • Sadio Mane on the moment he went back on agreement to join Manchester United

    Sadio Mane on the moment he went back on agreement to join Manchester United

    ‘I had the contract there. I had it all agreed. It was all ready’ Sadio Mane agreed to join Manchester United before Jurgen Klopp rang him and convinced him that his future was at Liverpool. The Senegal international has won six trophies during his time at Anfield, including the Premier League and Champions League. However, he almost […]

    4 years ago

  • Danny Drinkwater apologises to Chelsea fans after leaving club for free

    Danny Drinkwater apologises to Chelsea fans after leaving club for free

    ‘To the Chelsea fans I apologise for how this has turned out…’ Danny Drinkwater has issued an apology to Chelsea supporters after announcing he will leave the club on a free transfer when his contract expires this summer. The 32-year-old arrived at Stamford Bridge in a £35m deal from Leicester City in 2017. However, the […]

    4 years ago

  • UEFA slammed over wheelchair spaces at Champions League final

    UEFA slammed over wheelchair spaces at Champions League final

    UEFA has provided just 93 wheelchair positions. The Liverpool Disabled Supporters Association (LDSA) has said UEFA’s allocation for wheelchair users at the Champions League final “is bordering on exclusion and discrimination”. Liverpool will face off against Carlo Ancelotti’s Real Madrid side at Stade de France on Saturday night.  The stadium, situated in Paris, has 550 […]

    4 years ago

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