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  • Memphis Depay linked with shock summer move to Liverpool

    Memphis Depay linked with shock summer move to Liverpool

    Real Madrid’s transfer activity could force Liverpool to make a move Liverpool could reportedly make a surprise move for Memphis Depay this summer. According to The Mirror, the Dutch international, who endured a difficult spell with Manchester United between 2015-2017, is said to be on the Anfield club’s radar. The report says that with Real […]

    7 years ago

  • Danny Rose “can’t wait” to end career over lack of action taken against racism

    Danny Rose “can’t wait” to end career over lack of action taken against racism

    The Tottenham full-back was targeted with racist abuse while playing for England in Montenegro last week. Danny Rose has admitted he “cannot wait to see the back of football” after being left increasingly frustrated by a lack of action taken against racism within the game. Rose was on the receiving end of racist abuse while […]

    7 years ago

  • Marco Silva “not happy” with Jordan Pickford after street fracas

    Marco Silva “not happy” with Jordan Pickford after street fracas

    “It is my expectation it won’t happen again.” Everton manager Marco Silva has said he is “not happy” with Jordan Pickford after the goalkeeper was allegedly involved in a fight. Footage appearing to show Pickford involved in a fracas was widely shared on social media on Monday, prompting Everton to announce they were “looking into […]

    7 years ago

  • Wayne Hennessey cleared by FA of making alleged Nazi salute

    Wayne Hennessey cleared by FA of making alleged Nazi salute

    “This was a genuinely innocent moment, which appeared to be something completely different when captured on camera.” Crystal Palace’s Wayne Hennessey has been cleared of making a Nazi salute, the Football Association have announced. The goalkeeper was charged by the FA in January after an image – which appeared on the Instagram account of his German […]

    7 years ago

  • “We’re totally exempt from any blame from this whatsoever”

    “We’re totally exempt from any blame from this whatsoever”

    “His treatment on the pitch was nothing short of disgraceful” Celtic manager Neil Lennon has said club captain Scott Brown has “nothing to defend himself for” after being charged over his conduct during the Old Firm derby on Sunday. The midfielder was charged by the Scottish FA for his role in several incidents which took place […]

    7 years ago

  • Jadon Sancho tops Manchester United’s summer transfer list

    Jadon Sancho tops Manchester United’s summer transfer list

    The 19-year-old has impressed at Borussia Dortmund this season. Jadon Sancho is reportedly top of Manchester United’s summer transfer list. The Borussia Dortmund forward’s impressive form in Germany this season has seen him establish himself as a regular fixture in Gareth Southgate’s England team and he has frequently been linked with a return to England […]

    7 years ago

  • Philippe Coutinho: Two English clubs interested in signing Brazilian from Barcelona

    Philippe Coutinho: Two English clubs interested in signing Brazilian from Barcelona

    Coutinho continues to be linked with a move away from the Nou Camp Philippe Coutinho is again being linked with a move away from Barcelona. The Brazilian international, who moved to the La Liga champions from Liverpool in January 2018, has struggled for form during his first full season at the Nou Camp. Because of […]

    7 years ago

  • Police investigating alleged incident involving Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford

    Police investigating alleged incident involving Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford

    Everton have also confirmed they are ‘looking into the matter’ Police are investigating an alleged incident involving England international goalkeeper Jordan Pickford. Footage which has been circulated on social media on Monday appears to show the Everton player involved in a skirmish. While Pickford’s club have already indicated that they are “looking into the matter”, Northumbria […]

    7 years ago

  • Ilkay Gundogan could leave Man City after contract talks stall

    Ilkay Gundogan could leave Man City after contract talks stall

    City may be forced to sell Ilkay Gundogan could leave Manchester City this summer after the German international opted to put his contract talks on hold. A report by Goal has indicated that the midfielder, who arrived at The Etihad from Borussia Dortmund three years ago, has concerns about committing to a new deal as he […]

    7 years ago

  • Cristiano Ronaldo an injury doubt for Juventus’ Champions League tie with Ajax

    Cristiano Ronaldo an injury doubt for Juventus’ Champions League tie with Ajax

    Ronaldo was injured on international duty Cristiano Ronaldo is a doubt for Juventus’ Champions League tie against Ajax, his manager has confirmed. Ronaldo, who is on course to win his fourth Champions League title in succession this season, injured a thigh muscle during Portugal’s Euro 2020 qualifier against Serbia in midweek. Although the 34-year-old played […]

    7 years ago

  • Kubrat Pulev suspended after ‘forcibly’ kissing reporter

    Kubrat Pulev suspended after ‘forcibly’ kissing reporter

    “No woman should be treated this way” Bulgarian heavyweight boxer Kubrat Pulev has had his licence suspended in California after he ‘forcibly’ kissed a reporter on the lips. Pulev was being interviewed by Vegas Sports Daily’s Jennifer Ravalo, who works under the name Jenny SuShe, following his recent victory over Bogdan Dinu when the incident occurred. Though […]

    7 years ago

  • Real Madrid planning to revamp Bernabeu after permission approval

    Real Madrid planning to revamp Bernabeu after permission approval

    Changing times at Real Madrid Real Madrid have reportedly been given the green light to begin work on a stunning revamp of the Bernabéu stadium. A report by AS now claims that planning permission has been granted by Madrid City Council on Wednesday for work to start on the redevelopment, which is set to cost €575m. A […]

    7 years ago

  • Marcus Rashford looks to extend contract following Solskjaer appointment

    Marcus Rashford looks to extend contract following Solskjaer appointment

    More good news for United fans Marcus Rashford wants to put pen to paper on a new deal with Manchester United following the appointment of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as full-time manager earlier this week. Sky Sports report that Rashford, who is said to be attracting attention from Barcelona, is keen to commit his future to […]

    7 years ago

  • Real Madrid prepare for Koulibaly should Raphael Varane leave

    Real Madrid prepare for Koulibaly should Raphael Varane leave

    Koulibaly could be Bernabeu-bound this summer Napoli’s Kalidou Koulibaly is the latest name to be linked with a big money move to Real Madrid this summer. With Zinedine Zidane back at the helm, the dethroned European champions are expected to invest heavily as they attempt to rebuild their squad in time for next season. Koulibaly, […]

    7 years ago

  • ‘Leaked’ image of next Juventus home shirt shows break with tradition

    ‘Leaked’ image of next Juventus home shirt shows break with tradition

    A Juve home shirt *without* stripes? Leaked Football Kit season is upon us, make no mistake about it. Already, we’ve seen rumoured new designs for several Premier League clubs and now, we’ve been given a glimpse of what is said to be the 2019/2020 Juventus home shirt. Usually, you know what you’re getting with a Juve […]

    7 years ago

  • Doug Ellis once told Peter Crouch that he “invented the overhead kick”

    Doug Ellis once told Peter Crouch that he “invented the overhead kick”

    “We literally only talked about him inventing the overhead kick!” Ah, the overhead kick – responsible for many a memorable goal. Think Cristiano Ronaldo against Juventus last year, Gareth Bale against Liverpool in the Champions League final, Wayne Rooney in the Manchester Derby. There really is no finer way of scoring a goal. And none […]

    7 years ago

  • Rio Ferdinand has perfect answer to question about Virgil Van Dijk

    Rio Ferdinand has perfect answer to question about Virgil Van Dijk

    Ferdinand is one of many admirers of the Liverpool centre half As one of the finest defenders of his generation, Rio Ferdinand is as well qualified as anyone else to pass judgement on just how good Virgil van Dijk is. Ferdinand was often a thorn in the sides of Liverpool, and their supporters, with solid […]

    7 years ago

  • Barcelona “eye Marcus Rashford as long-term Luis Suarez replacement”

    Barcelona “eye Marcus Rashford as long-term Luis Suarez replacement”

    The La Liga champions are ‘realistic’ about their chances. Barcelona are reportedly monitoring Marcus Rashford’s contract situation at Manchester United. Rashford’s current deal at Old Trafford expires in 2020 and Barca see him as the ideal long-term replacement for Luis Suarez, who recently turned 32. Whereas the Mirror mention a potential £100m deal, ESPN report […]

    7 years ago

  • San Siro facing demolition as Milan clubs reportedly agree stadium move

    San Siro facing demolition as Milan clubs reportedly agree stadium move

    AC Milan and Inter Milan have shared the stadium since 1947 It’s one of the most iconic stadiums in world football, yet Milan’s San Siro could be heading for demolition. The two clubs that call the Giuseppe Meazza Stadium home – AC Milan and Inter Milan – are both reportedly keen on moving to a […]

    7 years ago

  • Mario Balotelli’s Marcus Rashford t-shirt goes unseen during PSG defeat

    Mario Balotelli’s Marcus Rashford t-shirt goes unseen during PSG defeat

    Probably one of the most Mario Balotelli things ever. This man, believe it or not, has form for wearing specially made T-shirts beneath his football jerseys, just in case he scores a goal. Manchester United fans know this all too well – the Italian famously revealing a ‘Why always me?’ message having scored the opening […]

    7 years ago

  • Lionel Messi scores perfect free-kick to give Barcelona lead at Betis

    Lionel Messi scores perfect free-kick to give Barcelona lead at Betis

    Messi opened the scoring in Seville Lionel Messi produced yet another moment of magic for Barcelona on Sunday evening, giving them the lead with a perfect free-kick away to Real Betis. Having scored twice in the midweek 5-1 thrashing of Lyon in the Champions League, Messi curled home the set-piece in the 18th minute of […]

    7 years ago

  • Man Utd’s Victor Lindelof rejects Sweden call-up

    Man Utd’s Victor Lindelof rejects Sweden call-up

    The defender will play no part in Sweden’s upcoming games against Romania and Norway, according to reports Manchester United centre-half Victor Lindelof has reportedly turned down a call-up to the Swedish national side. The 24-year-old has established himself as one of United’s most consistent defenders this season, his selection by Janne Andersson coming as no surprise. […]

    7 years ago

  • Watford players complain as referee overrules offside call on Raheem Sterling goal

    Watford players complain as referee overrules offside call on Raheem Sterling goal

    Sterling went on to score a hat-trick against Watford Raheem Sterling scored a controversial opener for Manchester City in their meeting with Watford on Saturday evening. Having held the Premier League champions in a goalless first 45, Watford fell behind in the opening seconds of the second half at The Etihad as Raheem Sterling scored […]

    7 years ago

  • Marco Silva confronts referee after Everton blow two goal lead at Newcastle

    Marco Silva confronts referee after Everton blow two goal lead at Newcastle

    Everton threw away a two-goal lead at St James’ Park A furious Marco Silva was seen confronting referee and his assistants after Everton lost 3-2 to Newcastle on Saturday. First half goals from Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Richarlison had seen Silva’s side go in two goals up at half-time, with Jordan Pickford saving a Matt Ritchie […]

    7 years ago

  • James Ward-Prowse scores sensational free-kick to down Tottenham

    James Ward-Prowse scores sensational free-kick to down Tottenham

    Tottenham dropped points for the fourth successive league game Another stunning free-kick from James Ward-Prowse saw Southampton snatch a late win against Tottenham on Saturday afternoon at St Mary’s. Ralph Hasenhüttl’s side had fallen behind to Harry Kane’s opener midway through the first half, but got back on level terms thanks to Yan Valery’s equaliser […]

    7 years ago

  • Premier League confirms investigation into Manchester City

    Premier League confirms investigation into Manchester City

    The announcement comes a day after Uefa confirmed they were launching a similar investigation The Premier League has issued a statement on Friday which confirms it is investigating Manchester City over allegedly breaching Financial Fair Play regulations. City have been the subject of several claims published by German news magazine Der Spiegel in recent months which […]

    7 years ago

  • Andy Murray says he is “pain free” after hip operation

    Andy Murray says he is “pain free” after hip operation

    His career had appeared to be all but over following his exit from the Australian Open earlier this year. Andy Murray has revealed he is “pain free” after undergoing surgery on his hip in January, raising hopes he can prolong his tennis career. In an interview given to BBC Sport, the 31-year-old Scot was cautious […]

    7 years ago

  • Peter Beardsley leaves Newcastle United after facing investigation

    Peter Beardsley leaves Newcastle United after facing investigation

    The 58-year-old had been in charge of the club’s Under 23 side. Peter Beardsley has left his coaching role at Newcastle United, the club has confirmed. The 58-year-old had been in charge of the club’s Under 23 side but was suspended in January 2018 as he was investigated over allegations of racism and bullying, which […]

    7 years ago

  • Real Madrid “make Jurgen Klopp their number one target”

    Real Madrid “make Jurgen Klopp their number one target”

    Klopp is now Real’s ‘preferred choice.’ Real Madrid are reportedly targeting Jurgen Klopp as their next manager, with the Liverpool boss said to be topping a shortlist which also features Mauricio Pochettino and Juventus’ Max Allegri. Real’s shock defeat to Ajax in the second leg of their Champions League last 16 tie on Tuesday night […]

    7 years ago

  • Sergio Ramos was recording documentary about himself as Ajax thumped Real Madrid

    Sergio Ramos was recording documentary about himself as Ajax thumped Real Madrid

    Ramos was watching the game against Ajax from his box. Without even kicking a ball, Tuesday night was probably one of the worst nights of Sergio Ramos’ career. The Real Madrid captain watched on from the stands as his teammates were rolled over 4-1 by Ajax in their own stadium, enough for the Dutch club […]

    7 years ago

  • QUIZ: Name all Tottenham’s Champions League scorers

    QUIZ: Name all Tottenham’s Champions League scorers

    Quiz time Now in their fourth campaign in the Champions League, 17 different players have scored goals for Tottenham in the competition. We’d like you to have a stab at naming them all. To be clear, we’re not counting own goals and are not counting goals scored in the qualifying rounds. All you need to […]

    7 years ago

  • Sergio Ramos insists he didn’t mean to catch Lionel Messi in the face

    Sergio Ramos insists he didn’t mean to catch Lionel Messi in the face

    Messi reacted angrily after being caught in the face by Ramos. Sergio Ramos has insisted he didn’t intend to catch Lionel Messi in the face during Real Madrid’s El Clasico defeat to Barcelona on Saturday night. Ramos had collided with Messi during a challenge shortly before half-time at the Bernabeu, his forearm making contact with […]

    7 years ago

  • Jordi Alba’s new Barcelona deal contains £428m release clause

    Jordi Alba’s new Barcelona deal contains £428m release clause

    Alba’s new deal keeps him at the Camp Nou until 2024 Jordi Alba is going nowhere any time soon. The left-back has inked a new five-year deal with Barcelona, keeping him with the reigning Spanish champions until 2024. Unless, that is, somebody decides to trigger the staggeringly high release clause that’s been inserted into his […]

    7 years ago

  • Newcastle fans delighted with Miguel Almiron’s man of the match performance

    Newcastle fans delighted with Miguel Almiron’s man of the match performance

    “Almiron is the best player on the planet, then Longstaff is a close second.” Newcastle fans waited long enough for Mike Ashley to finally put his hands in his pockets and break the club’s transfer record. 13 and a half years, to be exact. Thankfully, with the arrival of £20m Miguel Almiron finally eclipsing the […]

    7 years ago

  • Furious Mauricio Pochettino confronts Mike Dean over Jeff Hendrick decision

    Furious Mauricio Pochettino confronts Mike Dean over Jeff Hendrick decision

    Burnley scored late to win 2-1 against Tottenham. Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino confronted referee Mike Dean after his side lost 2-1 at Burnley on Saturday – a result which all but ends their hopes of winning the Premier League title. Spurs had fallen behind twice at Turf Moor in the second half, the first time […]

    7 years ago

  • City accused of providing Jadon Sancho’s agent with a job to disguise £200,000 payment

    City accused of providing Jadon Sancho’s agent with a job to disguise £200,000 payment

    Sancho joined City from Watford as a youngster Leaked documents suggest Manchester City employed Jadon Sancho’s agent as a scout to mask a £200,000 payment which was linked to the forward’s transfer from Watford. Sancho joined City as a youngster from Watford but has since left for Borussia Dortmund, where he has established himself as […]

    7 years ago

  • ITV agree deal to show LaLiga matches for the rest of the season

    ITV agree deal to show LaLiga matches for the rest of the season

    ITV’s coverage starts this weekend ITV have announced a deal which will see them broadcast LaLiga matches for free for the remainder of the season. Starting with Levante’s game at home to Real Madrid this weekend, several high-profile games – including El Clasico – will be shown live on ITV4 for the final weeks of […]

    7 years ago

  • Man City’s owners announce purchase of Chinese club

    Man City’s owners announce purchase of Chinese club

    China’s Sichuan Jiuniu FC are the latest club to join the City Football Club family City Football Group, the parent company that owns Manchester City, have announced the joint purchase of the Chinese football club, Sichuan Jiuniu FC. CFG have bought the Chengdu-based club, who currently play in China League Two, the country’s third tier, together […]

    7 years ago

  • Everton’s Tyias Browning completes surprise move to Chinese Super League

    Everton’s Tyias Browning completes surprise move to Chinese Super League

    Nope. Didn’t see this one coming. On these shores, the transfer window has long since been closed, locked with one of those tiny keys and hidden away behind a nice Velux blackout blind. Over in China, however, that sweet-scented transfer breeze is still rolling in. We were reminded of this on Wednesday afternoon, with confirmation […]

    7 years ago

  • Manchester United stepping up pursuit of Jadon Sancho

    Manchester United stepping up pursuit of Jadon Sancho

    Manchester United have reportedly made Jadon Sancho their top summer target. The Red Devils are said to be launching a big money move for Borussia Dortmund’s Jadon Sancho this summer – if they can secure Champions League football for next season. According to a report in the Mirror, United have prioritised a wide player who […]

    7 years ago

  • Angel Di Maria speaks about row with Louis van Gaal that ended his Man United career

    Angel Di Maria speaks about row with Louis van Gaal that ended his Man United career

    Di Maria arrived at Old Trafford in 2014 but was sold a year later. Angel Di Maria’s time as a Manchester United player was largely forgettable. Man of the match as Real Madrid clinched La Décima in the 2014 Champions League final, big things were expected of the Argentine at Old Trafford when he joined United […]

    7 years ago

  • Images of Newcastle United’s 2019/20 home kit have been leaked

    Images of Newcastle United’s 2019/20 home kit have been leaked

    Leaked kit news anyone? Yeah, go on then. Ignore for a minute, if you will, that this is a time of year when we football fans are blessed to have a seemingly never-ending supply of live football on our televisions. Yes, title races and relegation scraps are hotting up, yes, the Champions League is back […]

    7 years ago

  • Man Utd’s Max Taylor responds successfully to cancer treatment

    Man Utd’s Max Taylor responds successfully to cancer treatment

    The Under-23 defender will continue to work with the club’s medical team Manchester United have announced that Max Taylor has ‘responded successfully’ to cancer treatment after recently undergoing chemotherapy. A brief statement released by United on Friday afternoon explained that Taylor, who recently changed his name from Max Dunne, will work with the club’s medical […]

    7 years ago

  • PSG fans pick up Old Trafford steward during win over Manchester United

    PSG fans pick up Old Trafford steward during win over Manchester United

    ‘The steward will also remember this match’ With good reason, Paris Saint-Germain fans enjoyed themselves on Tuesday night. Their side started their latest Champions League knock-out stage campaign with a 2-0 victory over Manchester United, putting themselves in a strong position to progress to the quarter-finals ahead of the second leg in Paris next month. […]

    7 years ago

  • Sadio Mane’s Instagram suggests he got a great kick out of Man United’s defeat

    Sadio Mane’s Instagram suggests he got a great kick out of Man United’s defeat

    The streak is over. Just as Manchester United fans were starting to convince themselves that their side would never lose a single game for the rest of time under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, along came Paris Saint-Germain to ruin things. Despite being deprived of some of their biggest stars – Neymar, Edinson Cavani and Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting […]

    7 years ago

  • Paris Saint-Germain starting XI for Man United game ‘leaked’

    Paris Saint-Germain starting XI for Man United game ‘leaked’

    Paris Saint-Germain head to Old Trafford on Tuesday night It’s fair to say Paris Saint-Germain’s preparations for their Champions League meeting with Manchester United could’ve gone better. Neymar, their star man, will miss the game due to a damaged metatarsal. While this in itself is a significant blow for the French champions, they’ve also been […]

    7 years ago

  • Gordon Banks recollection of that Pelé save perfectly captures magic moment

    Gordon Banks recollection of that Pelé save perfectly captures magic moment

    The goalkeeper won the World Cup with England in 1966 Former England goalkeeper Gordon Banks has died aged 81. As well as winning the World Cup with England in 1966, Banks was perhaps best known for the iconic save he made to deny Pele during a game against Brazil in the 1970 tournament in Mexico. […]

    7 years ago

  • Edinson Cavani to miss Man United Champions League game

    Edinson Cavani to miss Man United Champions League game

    PSG head to Old Trafford on Tuesday night. Paris Saint-Germain appear to have been dealt another significant injury blow ahead of their Champions League last 16 tie against a resurgent Manchester United, with Edinson Cavani now expected to miss the first leg at Old Trafford. With Neymar already ruled out with a foot injury, the […]

    7 years ago