Kilmarnock manager Derek McInnes paid tribute to his players after they sealed fourth place in the cinch Premiership with a 1-0 win at St Mirren.Kyle Vassell’s first-half strike settled a competitive contest and ensured the visitors will take their place in the draw for next season’s Europa League qualifying rounds.McInnes joined his squad in celebrating in front of a packed travelli...Full Story »

Kilmarnock sealed a fourth-placed finish and with it a spot in next season’s Europa League qualifiers following a 1-0 win over St Mirren in Paisley.Kyle Vassell’s first-half goal proved the difference between the sides and ensured Derek McInnes’ men can no longer be caught by Saints, who remain in fifth.Toyosi Olusanya struck the crossbar in the second half for the home side, w...Full Story »

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery has urged his side to finish the season by booking Champions League football after their European dream ended in a Greek tragedy at Olympiacos.Villa were eyeing a first European final since 1982 but, with the ancient Acropolis in the backdrop of the Stadio Georgios Karaiskakis, their hopes are now in ruins after a 6-2 aggregate defeat.They travelled to Athens needing ...Full Story »

Bayer Leverkusen struck a stoppage-time equaliser to snatch a 2-2 draw against Roma at the BayArena which extended their unbeaten run to a record 49 games as Xabi Alonso’s side secured a place in the Europa League final.Roma had been trailing 2-0 from the first leg, but forced their way back into the tie against the newly-crowned Bundesliga champions when Leandro Paredes converted a penalt...Full Story »

Aston Villa’s European dream is over after losing to Olympiacos in the semi-final of the Europa Conference League.Villa were eyeing a first European final since 1982 but, with the ancient Acropolis in the backdrop of the Stadio Georgios Karaiskakis, their hopes are now in ruins after a 6-2 aggregate defeat.They travelled to Athens needing a Herculean effort to overturn a 4-2 deficit from t...Full Story »

WORLD CUP winner Roman Weidenfeller's glamorous ex-wife has found a new boyfriend 18 years his junior. The goalkeeper was part of the Germany squad that achieved World Cup glory in Brazil in 2014. Roman Weidenfeller split with his ex-wife Lisa Rossenbach last year Credit: Getty Lisa is now dating another footballer 12 years her junior Credit: Instagram @aboutlisa_ Weidenfeller, 43, married L...Full Story »

Chelsea kept up their electric goalscoring form at home and boosted their hopes of European football with a 5-0 thrashing of West Ham.Mauricio Pochettino’s side have now scored 22 times in their last six Premier League games at Stamford Bridge, and here there was a fluency to their attacking play that could well have yielded substantially more than the five they put past the hapless visito...Full Story »

Thomas Frank believes Ivan Toney’s goal drought will not harm his chances of being named in the England squad for Euro 2024 this summer.The striker found the net on his second international appearance against Belgium in March, but he has not scored for the Bees since the middle of February.Another blank in Saturday’s goalless draw with Fulham means Toney is now on his longest run wit...Full Story »

Stephen Robinson lauded his St Mirren players for embracing the challenge of a European shootout with Dundee after they romped to an impressive 3-1 win at Dens Park.The Buddies took a huge step towards securing their first crack at continental competition for 37 years as goals from Alex Gogic, Scott Tanser and Toyosi Olusanya helped them move five points clear of their hosts with three games to ...Full Story »

St Mirren took a huge step towards securing a European place for the first time in 37 years as they romped to a 3-1 away win over nearest challengers Dundee.The Buddies opened up a 3-0 lead through goals from Alex Gogic, Scott Tanser and Toyosi Olusanya. Dundee, who could have leapfrogged their visitors into fifth place with a win, hit back through substitute Michael Mellon, but Stephen Robinson...Full Story »

Bayer Leverkusen took a huge step towards the Europa League final after a deserved 2-0 first-leg win in their last-four clash against Roma at the Stadio Olimpico.Florian Wirtz gave Leverkusen a half-time lead and Robert Andrich struck a superb second as the German champions proved too strong for the Italians and extended their unbeaten run to 47 games in all competitions this season.Xabi Alonso&...Full Story »

Tottenham’s Champions League hopes were dealt a damaging blow as they fell to a 2-0 Premier League defeat by Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.Ange Postecoglou’s side were left trailing fourth-placed Aston Villa by seven points and now have just a single game in hand, as goals from Trevoh Chalobah and Nicolas Jackson saw Mauricio Pochettino emerge victorious against his former club to enhan...Full Story »

England are reportedly ready to block Kyle Walker's ex Lauryn Goodman gaining Euro 2024 tickets due to fears of her becoming a distraction to the team Kyle Walker has racked up 82 appearances for England since 2011 (Image: The FA via Getty Images) England bosses are reportedly planning to block Kyle Walker's ex-mistress Lauryn Goodman from getting Euro 2024 tickets. The Instagram model –...Full Story »

Cristiano Ronaldo netted a brace as Al-Nassr beat Al-Khaleej 3-1 to reach the final of the King Cup of Champions on Wednesday. TELL ME MORENassr and Khaleej met in the semi-final of the King Cup of Champions on Wednesday and, once again, Ronaldo was central to his side's success, scoring twice to end a mini goal-drought of two games. Khaleej had a fine chance to open the scoring but a free h...Full Story »

Bruno Fernandes has said he will consider his future at Manchester United, but not until after this summer's European Championship with Portugal. The United captain insists he is fully focused on the FA Cup Final against Manchester City on May 25 and competing at the Euros in Germany. Amid media speculation that he could leave United, when asked about his future, Fernandes, 29, told Dazn Por...Full Story »

Barcelona fear that Frenkie de Jong is running down his contract at the La Liga club as the Dutch star has not responded to their latest contract offer. The 26-year-old has been with the Catalan side since 2019 and his current deal expires in Spain during the summer of 2026. According to Barcelona outlet Mundo Deportivo, the La Liga club have offered De Jong a new contract but the player has ...Full Story »

Senior FA officials are said to be desperate to avoid any unwelcome distractions in Germany. England and Man City ace Kyle Walker with Annie Kilner and three of their sonsAnnie, pictured above with Kyle, has urged his ex-mistress to stay away from the EurosLauryn Goodman, 33, is determined to take the two kids she shares with Kyle to the tournament in June And mum-of-four Annie, 30, fears the ...Full Story »

The Three Lions are gearing up for this summer’s tournament as they bid to finally bring football home. Robbie collects plates from guests and can speak in German Credit: Darren Fletcher England are staying at a luxury golf resort and spa Credit: Darren Fletcher Gareth Southgate’s men will do battle with Serbia, Denmark and Slovenia in their three group stage matches. Between gam...Full Story »

PAUL SCHOLES and Nicky Butt struggled to raise a smile as the Manchester United legends met up this morning. The Class of ‘92 icons enjoyed countless successes under Sir Alex Ferguson back during their playing days for the club. Man Utd legends Nicky Butt and Paul Scholes looked glum as they enjoyed a catch-up Credit: Zenpix The two were team-mates for both Man Utd and England Credit: N...Full Story »

Jean-Philippe Mateta scored for a fifth consecutive home match to fire Crystal Palace to an impressive 2-0 win over Newcastle.It was a deserved victory for Oliver Glasner’s team and continued their resurgence under the Austrian, with this a third Premier League success in a row after notable wins over West Ham and Liverpool.Mateta broke the deadlock at Selhurst Park with a smart 55th-minut...Full Story »