Roberto De Zerbi stressed the importance of changing the mood at Brighton after they beat Ajax 2-0 at the Amex Stadium to claim a first European victory.It ended a run of five games without a win as the club have struggled with injuries during their debut Europa League campaign, though their European hopes were firmly revived here with a comprehensive triumph over the four-time European champion...Full Story »

Aberdeen’s hopes of navigating a route through the Europa Conference League Group stage suffered a major blow as they threw away a two-goal lead to lose 3-2 against PAOK Salonika on a rollercoaster night at Pittodrie.Having weathered heavy pressure in a goalless first half, Barry Robson’s men found themselves two goals to the good by the hour mark thanks to Bojan Miovski and Dante Po...Full Story »

Boss Unai Emery believes Aston Villa proved their European credentials after an emphatic 4-1 win at AZ Alkmaar.Leon Bailey, Youri Tielemans, Ollie Watkins and John McGinn struck as dominant Villa cruised to victory in the Europa Conference League.It was a second 4-1 win in two games – following Sunday’s victory over West Ham – and Villa earned successive Group E triumphs after ...Full Story »

David Moyes defended his team selection after West Ham’s unbeaten European record was reduced to ruins in Athens.The Hammers came a cropper in the shadow of the Acropolis as they crashed 2-1 at Olympiacos, their first loss in continental competition in 18 matches.Moyes, who led his side to the Europa Conference League title last season, made seven changes for their Europa League Group A cl...Full Story »

Juventus defender Fede Gatti has signed a new contract. Gatti has penned a deal to 2028. Juve announced today: "We are happy to announce that Federico Gatti has renewed the contract that binds him to Juventus, until June 30, 2028. "Fede, purchased in January 2022, joined the team the following summer, and immediately managed to conquer everyone. His main characteristics are his dedication a...Full Story »

The academy graduate, who scored a crucial second goal, could be the next game-changing talent for Xavi's side Fermin Lopez was crucial in Barcelona's first, and scored a wonderful second, as the Blaugrana saw off Shakhtar Donetsk to maintain their perfect record in the Champions League. Xavi's side took a 2-0 lead, but conceded in the second half to make for a nervy finish to a 2-1 victory. ...Full Story »

Manchester City and Liverpool are on a collision course to do battle over the potential mid-season signing of Chelsea full-back Ian Maatsen. That's according to a recent report from TeamTALK, who claims the Blues' defender is a strong candidate to leave Stamford Bridge in January. Maatsen, 21, has less than two years left on his deal, and despite the club offering him the chance to extend hi...Full Story »

Manchester United are keen to re-sign David de Gea to a short-term contract. The experienced goalkeeper remains a free agent after coming off contract at Old Trafford over the summer. The Sun says United want to deal in De Gea as cover with Andre Onana to play for Cameroon at the Africa Cup of Nations in January. Onana's decision to come out of international retirement will leave United sho...Full Story »

Arsenal face a big transfer decision over the future of Aaron Ramsdale. The English goalkeeper had been Mikel Arteta's number one since he signed from Sheffield United in 2021 for £30 million (Sky Sports). However, recent weeks have seen the 25-year-old lose his place to summer signing David Raya. The former Brentford shot-stopper came in, and although he didn't immediately start, has r...Full Story »

Alex Neil hopes Stoke’s 1-0 victory over Leeds helps to breed confidence and belief in his players as they secured successive Championship wins.Leeds substitute Patrick Bamford could have put the Whites in front 15 minutes from time after being brought down by Ben Pearson, but blasted the resulting penalty over.It proved costly as moments later Stoke striker Wesley headed against the bar a...Full Story »

Eddie Howe felt Newcastle were dealt a “lesson” on the fine margins of the Champions League as Borussia Dortmund handed the Magpies a first defeat of their campaign.After a goalless draw at AC Milan and a 4-1 win over Paris St Germain last time out, Newcastle were brought back down to earth as Felix Nmecha’s controlled finish gave Dortmund a 1-0 victory.On a rain-sodden night a...Full Story »

Plymouth boss Steven Schumacher was philosophical following the 3-0 home Championship victory over winless Sheffield Wednesday.Goals from Mustapha Bundu, player of the match Morgan Whittaker and top scorer Ryan Hardie, now with six for the season, ensured Argyle moved up to 18th with their fourth home win.Schumacher said: “Obviously delighted with the result, that is the all-important thin...Full Story »

Russell Martin hailed Southampton’s resilience after a last-gasp Ched Evans own goal secured them a valuable 2-2 draw at Preston.Goals from Milutin Osmajic and Brad Potts in three second-half minutes set Preston on course for victory until Evans diverted a 96th-minute corner into his own net while under pressure from Saints goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu.Kyle Walker-Peters had put Southampton ahe...Full Story »

Felix Nmecha dented Newcastle’s Champions League charge as Borussia Dortmund kick-started their Group F campaign with a 1-0 victory on Tyneside.The Germany midfielder’s 45th-minute strike clinched victory at a rain-soaked St James’ Park on a night when three more points for Eddie Howe’s men, who twice hit the crossbar late on, would have left them with one foot in the las...Full Story »

ANA MARIA MARKOVIC has left fans in awe with her latest social media post. She has been dubbed the "world's most beautiful footballer." And a fan of the Croatian star asked if she deserves to have the prestigious label, saying: "True or false?" Markovic cheekily responded with a photo of her looking incredible in her team's kit. The blonde bombshell stood with her hands on her hips in tigh...Full Story »

INJURED Neymar stripped to his boxers and showed off his tattoos in an advert for Kim Kardashian's SKIMS line. Reality TV star Kim launched the clothing brand in 2019 and it is now valued at over $4BILLION (£3.2bn). And she has just brought out a news SKIMS for men line and Neymar joined NFL defensive end Nick Bosa in modelling the underwear selection. The Brazilian - set to miss the r...Full Story »

Juventus is considering the possibility of loaning Manchester United's winger Jadon Sancho, according to journalist Florian Plettenberg. It appears that Jadon Sancho is getting closer to leaving Manchester United, possibly in January. However, it's likely not going to be another Premier League team. Options with Barcelona or Borussia Dortmund don't seem realistic at the moment, but Juventus i...Full Story »

Liverpool faced off against their city rivals Everton in the Merseyside derby at Anfield on Saturday afternoon. Klopp's side looked the better team in the early stages of the game but Everton didn't shy away from the challenge. Unfortunately for the Toffee's, Ashley Young received a second yellow card for a late tackle on Luis Diaz right before the second half. It was mainly one-way traffic f...Full Story »

Barcelona are prepared to sell Frenkie de Jong at the end of the season. That's according to Ok Diario's chief pundit Eduardo Inda, when speaking on El Chiringuito. De Jong resisted a move to Manchester United both in the summer market of 2022 and last January's window. However, Inda is reporting Barca may seek to sell to help ease fresh financial pressure: "Barca can do without a important...Full Story »

TOP STORY: Saudis want to talk to De Bruyne Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr have contacted Kevin De Bruyne's agent in the hope of setting up a meeting with the Manchester City midfielder, according to Rudy Galetti. The journalist referred to this as an evolving situation, with Al Nassr hoping to explain their sporting project to the 32-year-old in detail. De Bruyne is undoubtedly one of the mos...Full Story »