Frankie McAvoy is adamant Hearts are capable of turning around their Europa Conference League play-off against PAOK in Greece next week despite suffering a frustrating 2-1 first-leg defeat at Tynecastle.Lawrence Shankland’s early penalty gave the Jambos a lead but it was swiftly cancelled out by a spot-kick from Stefan Schwab.Shankland then had a goal ruled out for offside following a VAR ...Full Story »

Aberdeen manager Barry Robson praised his team’s bravery after they came from two goals down to get a Europa League draw at BK Hacken.Goals in the last 14 minutes from Bojan Miovski and Nicky Devlin gave the Dons an excellent platform to reach the group stages when they host the Swedish champions next Thursday night.Aberdeen were well worth their 2-2 play-off first-leg draw and substitute ...Full Story »

Hearts’ hopes of reaching the Europa Conference League group stage sustained a major dent on Thursday night as they suffered a frustrating 2-1 defeat at home to Greek side PAOK in the first leg of their play-off round tie.The Jambos made the ideal start when they went ahead through Lawrence Shankland’s early penalty, but the visitors equalised with a spot-kick of their own shortly af...Full Story »

Nicky Devlin netted his first Aberdeen goal as the Dons came from two goals down to seal a first-leg draw against BK Hacken in Gothenburg.Bojan Miovski and former Livingston defender Devlin both finished brilliantly within the space of four minutes as Barry Robson’s side secured a 2-2 draw in the Europa League play-offs.The Swedish champions led through an Amor Layouni goal and an Ibrahim ...Full Story »

Inter director Giuseppe Marotta confirmed that Alexis Sanchez wants to return to the club this summer. WHAT HAPPENED? The Chilean international left Inter in the summer of 2022 to join Ligue 1 side Marseille on a one-year deal. With his contract expired in June this year, Sanchez is now a free agent and is reportedly pushing for a move back to the Nerazzurri. Inter director Beppe Marotta has...Full Story »

Bernardo Silva has signed a new one-year contract extension with Manchester City. City have successfully thwarted attempts from Al-Hilal, PSG and Barcelona this summer to extend Bernardo's deal to 2026. "I've had six incredible years at Manchester City and I'm delighted to extend my time here," Silva said. "Winning the Treble last season was extremely special and it's exciting to be part of...Full Story »

Carlo Ancelotti heaped praise on Jude Bellingham and claimed that the English midfielder has been tasked with replacing star striker Karim Benzema. WHAT HAPPENED? The English international has taken La Liga by storm having already scored three times in his first two appearances for his new club. Madrid have not signed a replacement for Karim Benzema, who left to join Saudi Arabia side Al-Itti...Full Story »

Olga Carmona scored the winning goal in the Women's World Cup final against England. Jorge Vilda appeared to grab a coach's breast during the Women's World Cup finalThe manager was criticised for his behaviour after the winning the goal Her low drive into the bottom corner proved to be the only goal of the game and saw Spain crowned world champions for the first time. But footage of gaffer Jo...Full Story »

Man City are still in the transfer market as Pep Guardiola looks to bolster his squad and Fabrizio Romano reports that the Premier League champions consider a deal for West Ham’s Lucas Paqueta finished since last week. The Premier League champions were looking to bring the Brazilian to the Etihad this summer but a betting scandal related to the West Ham star threw the transfer in doubt...Full Story »

Man Utd's Raphael Varane not heading to Saudi Arabia Raphael Varane has never been in direct contact with Saudi clubs despite links — and he’s not interested in any move this summer 🔴🇫🇷 #MUFCManchester United also consider Varane key player not available on the market. pic.twitter.com/o00mED1eVF— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 22, 2023 Dortmund, Bayern ...Full Story »

SHAKIRA took to Instagram to take a swipe at her ex Pique while sending fans wild with her sultry hip-thrusting dance moves. In the clip, the Colombian pop star can be seen lip-syncing her song Copa Vacia while sporting a strappy orange tank top and skintight jeans. As she poses up in front of the camera, the 46-year-old shows off her stunning figure and iconic dance moves while mouthing the...Full Story »

Tottenham are back in the frame to sign another centre half before the transfer window closes. Manager Ange Postecoglou has been backed with big money purchases, including Micky van de Ven. However, The Mail states that Spurs are still pushing for Fulham defender Tosin Adarabioyo. The centre back has a loan offer from Monaco, but may be holding out for a better proposal. The 25-year-old is...Full Story »

Liverpool are planning to sign out-of-favor Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips. The former Manchester City man has failed to make any impression since joining City last summer. Phillips, who barely featured for the treble winners last term, is on the market if the right offer arrives. Per The Mirror, Liverpool are assessing a number of midfield targets before the window closes. The...Full Story »

Chelsea are closing in on the signing of highly-rated goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic from Major League Soccer side New England Revolution. Blues set to complete deal Will compete with Robert Sanchez Chelsea will pay €16m (£14m/$17m) WHAT HAPPENED? Fabrizio Romano reports that Chelsea are poised to complete a deal to bring Petrovic into the club from New England. The club have sol...Full Story »

Arsenal won't sell Gabriel Magalhaes to Al-Ittihad Understand Arsenal have no intention to sell Gabriel Magalhães despite Al Ittihad interest 🔴⚪️⛔️ #AFCArsenal not even intentioned to indicate a price tag for Brazilian centre back at this stage. He’s expected to stay. pic.twitter.com/fNDP8WFGXv— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 21, 2023 Fulham eye move for Ars...Full Story »

Mikel Arteta may have “loved” Arsenal’s narrow win at Crystal Palace but believes a stopwatch may be needed to iron out inconsistencies in time-wasting after Takehiro Tomiyasu fell foul of the rules.The Gunners won 1-0 in south London as Martin Odegaard’s second-half penalty proved the difference.Japan defender Tomiyasu was sent off at Selhurst Park, picking up a soft yel...Full Story »

Martin Odegaard’s penalty proved enough to give 10-man Arsenal a gritty 1-0 victory at Crystal Palace to maintain their winning start to the Premier League season.Only Manchester City and Brighton had won their opening two games but the Gunners joined them on six points after a narrow success at Selhurst Park.In a close-fought encounter, captain Odegaard stepped up to steer home a second-h...Full Story »

England legend Becks, 48, celebrated after the Inter Miami club he co-owns won the Leagues Cup final. Inter Miami's co-owner David Beckham was hugged by wife Victoria after Inter Miami won their first trophyBecks wrote on Instagram: 'I'm so proud tonight of what we have achieved as La Familia. Gracias for everything MIAMI' With star man Lionel Messi, they beat Nashville on penalties in Tenness...Full Story »

Bruno Fernandes is "not saying no" to a future transfer that takes him to Brazil, but he remains fully focused on Manchester United for now. The Portugal international midfielder has been a revelation at Old Trafford since completing a move from Sporting in January 2020. The enigmatic playmaker has registered 64 goals and 54 assists for the Red Devils through 187 games. Fernandes has inherit...Full Story »

Moises Caicedo has experienced a debut to forget during Chelsea's Premier League tie away against West Ham United. Travelling to their cross-town rivals' home stadium, Chelsea would have been hopeful they could come away from the London Stadium with all three points following their decent showing against Liverpool last weekend. Last season's Europa Conference League winners have had somethin...Full Story »