Ten-man Crewe dug out a 1-0 win at Hartlepool in the first round of the Carabao Cup.Callum Ainley’s thumping volley proved decisive in Pools’ first game in the competition since 2016 after four seasons in the National League.The Railwaymen were a man down after only 13 minutes as Billy Sass-Davies was shown a red card by referee Thomas Bramall when he pulled Tyler Burey after the Har...Full Story »

Barcelona director who resigned over Messi departure criticises the president Barcelona president Joan Laporta and Lionel Messi. Lionel Messi's exit from Barcelona led to Jaume Llopis, a former member of the Espai Barca Commission, resigning from his post as he believes that the club did not do their all to keep the Argentine at the club. Without explicitly naming Barcelona president Joan Lap...Full Story »

Crawley will be without Jordan Tunnicliffe for the Carabao Cup first-round clash with Gillingham on Tuesday.Tunnicliffe was forced off in the first half against Hartlepool on Saturday and will not be available to face the Gills.Midfielder George Francomb will be back in contention, however, having served a one-match ban for his red card in the final game of last season.John Yems will want a bett...Full Story »

Ollie Rathbone could make his first start for Rotherham in the Carabao Cup first-round tie against Accrington on Tuesday night.The midfielder, a recent signing from Rochdale, came off the bench in the Millers’ 2-0 victory over Plymouth on Saturday.Rotherham will have former Accrington loan players Dan Barlaser, Michael Ihiekwe and Michael Smith in their squad for the game.Shane Ferguson, J...Full Story »

Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou hailed an “incredible” home debut for Kyogo Furuhashi after the Japan forward netted a hat-trick in a 6-0 victory over Dundee.The 26-year-old supplied two close-range finishes in the first half and slotted home immediately before going off to a hero’s reception from 24,500 fans midway through the secondperiod.Postecoglou said: “It’s q...Full Story »

Blackpool boss Neil Critchley praised his Championship newcomers for never giving up after Shayne Lavery’s stoppage time strike had earned a battling point at Ashton Gate.The newly-promoted visitors looked to be heading for certain defeat until Lavery got on the end of a low cross from fellow substitute Josh Bowler to fire past Dan Bentley from close range.The goal was a sickener for City ...Full Story »

Michael Duff expects Cheltenham to have some tough days ahead during their first League One campaign in 12 years.But the Robins started off with a point from a 1-1 draw at Crewe after Andy Williams and Mikael Mandron traded first-half goals.Loyalty to the squad which won the League Two title last term and a lack of resources has meant Duff has not been the busiest manager in this summer’s ...Full Story »

Swansea manager Russell Martin refused to criticise his “brave” goalkeeper Steven Benda despite the player’s mistake in Saturday’s opening 2-1 Championship defeat at Blackburn.In his first game in charge of last season’s play-off finalists, Martin tasted defeat with a team that looked a lot different in personnel and style from that game at Wembley.An enthralling en...Full Story »

Andy Williams punished a defensive mistake as Cheltenham marked their return to Sky Bet League One with a 1-1 draw at Crewe.The striker made the most of a wayward backpass from defender Donervon Daniels to cancel out Mikael Mandron’s opener for the Railwaymen with both goals coming in the first half at Gresty Road.Williams wasted an early opening after he took down a high pass neatly, but ...Full Story »

Whilst James Rodriguez was once tipped to be the player to break the Lionel Messi-Cristiano Ronaldo duopoly of the Ballon d'Or award, the Colombian has made a surprising revelation that he hopes the Argentine joins forces with his Portuguese rival at Juventus. James' own future is still unclear after a move to AC Milan failed to materialise, leaving the former Monaco star at Everton without C...Full Story »

Cristian Romero was named Serie A Defender of the Year last season. Tottenham Hotspur have completed the signing of defender Cristian Romero from Atalanta, the club announced on Friday. Sources had told ESPN on Thursday the deal would be completed for €55 million ($65m). "I'm very happy to be wearing this shirt and to come to this club," Romero said in a video statement. "I want to than...Full Story »

The day that Barcelona fans wished would never arrive has come - Lionel Messi has left the Catalan club and will find a new home for the 2021/22 season. With clubs now set to battle for the Argentine's signature, Cristiano Ronaldo's wish has come true. "I'd like him to come to Italy one day," Cristiano Ronaldo said during the 2020/21 season. "I hope he accepts the challenge of leaving his co...Full Story »

USMNT's Busio moves from Sporting KC to Venezia U.S. men's national team midfielder Gianluca Busio has officially signed with Venezia, Sporting KC confirmed on Thursday. Busio departs Sporting KC for Serie A after shining in MLS and at the Gold Cup, where he helped the U.S. to a trophy this summer. Why Spurs are spending €50m on Juventus reject Romero From Spurs' perspective, Cristia...Full Story »

Crewe midfielder Tom Lowery will miss the season opener at home to Cheltenham as his contract dispute rumbles on.The 23-year-old has entered his final year and been offered a new deal but has yet to sign it and, as a result, has been left out of pre-season matches.Manager Dave Artell is likely to give debuts to a number of his new signings with centre-back Tommie Hoban, forward Christopher Long ...Full Story »

TOTTENHAM star Dele Alli has shown off his new tattoos including ones from TV shows Family Guy and Rick and Morty. The 25-year-old's latest body artwork was revealed via an Instagram video from teammate Sergio Reguilon. Alli showed off his tattoos in an Instagram videoCredit: Instagram @sergioregui Spurs forward Alli has added a host of new tattoos to his armsCredit: Instagram @sergioregui F...Full Story »

Tottenham are finally on the verge of completing the signing of Atalanta defender Cristian Romero... Tottenham have had a bid for Cristian Romero worth around £43million accepted by Atalanta and the player is now on the verge of joining Spurs after weeks of negotiations between the two clubs. Fabio Paratici has been a key driving force behind Spurs' interest. Romero is a player he previo...Full Story »

DONNY VAN DE BEEK has undergone a radical change in nutrition and gym work over the summer to get in tip-top shape for Manchester United. The Dutchman, 24, endured a desperately disappointing first season in England, starting only four Premier League games for his new club. Donny van de Beek has come back to pre-season looking buffCredit: Getty The Dutchman has put in some hard work in the gy...Full Story »

Ajax academy player Noah Gesser has died at the age of 16 following a car crash, the club announced on Saturday. Gesser was in the car with his brother, who also died in the incident. Ajax confirmed the first team will hold a minute's silence before their preseason friendly with RB Leipzig on Saturday, while Jong Ajax -- the club's second side -- will do likewise ahead of their match with FC...Full Story »

But they face having to go head-to-head with Barcelona who reportedly submitted a first bid on Wednesday. Tottenham are preparing to submit a new and improved £47m bid for Juventus star Cristian Romero Credit: Getty The 23-year-old is currently a Juventus player, but spent last season on loan at fellow Serie A side Atalanta. He featured 42 times for the club last season, scoring three ...Full Story »

The England international has committed his future to the Gunners through to 2025, and will now join up with the squad ahead of the new season Ben White has completed his £50 million switch to Arsenal from Brighton as Mikel Arteta's recruitment drive at Emirates Stadium begins to gather pace. White has become Arsenal's third major signing of the summer after Nuno Tavares and Albert Samb...Full Story »