Republic of Ireland captain Katie McCabe said she was “heartbroken” after her team’s World Cup last-16 hopes were ended by a 2-1 loss to Canada in Perth in their second group game.Ireland, who had opened their debut campaign at a major tournament with last week’s 1-0 loss to co-hosts Australia, were on course for an historic victory after McCabe gave them an early lead, s...Full Story »

Republic of Ireland’s hopes of reaching the World Cup last 16 came to an end as Canada came from behind to beat Vera Pauw’s side 2-1 in their second group game in Perth.Ireland, who had opened what is their debut campaign at a major tournament finals with last week’s 1-0 loss to co-hosts Australia, were set for an historic victory after captain Katie McCabe gave them an early l...Full Story »

MARY EARPS: She again delivered in the crunch moments. After she thwarted Melchie Dumornay with a fine stop at the beginning of the second half, the Manchester United goalkeeper brilliantly stuck out a boot to deny Roseline Eloissaint one-on-one late on to secure England the points. 8 (out of 10).LUCY BRONZE: The World Cup veteran helped win the penalty which earned England victory and got forwa...Full Story »

The Sky Sports host was in the United States to cover the Red Devils' 2-0 win over their Premier League rivals at the weekend. Melissa has been covering pre-season friendlies in AmericaFans have gushed over her latest snaps including pictures from her recent holiday Melissa was pitchside at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, wowing in a black and white outfit. She conducted interviews with th...Full Story »

Lazio veteran Pedro is backing a move for former Chelsea teammate Callum Hudson-Odoi. Lazio are battling Fulham for the winger. Pedro said: “Hudson-Odoi is a strong player, he can play on the right or left, so it would be great news if he arrived here." The veteran, who turns 36 this week, has penned a new 12 month deal and said: “I saw we have improved so much, especially in te...Full Story »

Chelsea are working to rebuild their squad after their worst-ever Premier League season Chelsea are closing in on the signing of a new striker option ahead of the new season, after registering just 38 goals in the Premier League last season - their lowest since the league's inception in 1992. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has left Stamford Bridge this summer, while both Chelsea and Romelu Lukaku ...Full Story »

The Gunners could risk loosing one of their most promising strikers as Inter Milan prepare a £35 million bid. Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun has been training alone during the Premier League club's pre-season tour of the United States. The striker has been linked with a move away from the club in recent days, with Serie A team Inter Milan prepared to make an offer. The 22-year-old has si...Full Story »

It's certainly been the busiest of summers in terms of outgoing transfers as far as Chelsea are concerned, and it's likely that even more sales will occur before the end of the current window. Todd Boehly's attempt to buy his way to success over the past couple of transfer windows has come back and hit him like a juggernaut this summer. Staying on the right side of Financial Fair Play is imp...Full Story »

Lionel Messi and Sergio Busquets were both named in Inter Miami CF's starting lineup on Tuesday night for the first time since joining the MLS side. And it didn't take long for the former Barcelona teammates to make an impact, with Busquets lofting a perfect ball over Atlanta's defense to Messi, who missed with his first attempt but put back the rebound from his own shot to give Miami a 1-0 l...Full Story »

Brazillian Playboy sensation Cris Galera has promised to treat fans for every goal scored by the national team at the Women's World Cup. Cris caught the attention of her 500,000 social media followers by wearing tugging on a patriotic t-shirt before revealing her plans to celebrate each time Pia Sundhage's team can put the ball in the back of the net Down Under. She said: "I'm glad the Women...Full Story »

GLAMOROUS footballer Gabby Howell rocked a number of tiny bikinis during her holiday to Ibiza with fans calling her "fire". Howell, 23, plays for LSE Regional Premier side Sutton United. And she was keen to make the most of her summer time off before returning to pre-season action. The footballer has 235,000 followers on Instagram and often uses the platform to give insight into her life aw...Full Story »

According to Phil Hay, Daniel Farke is interested in a possible reunion with Tottenham midfielder Oliver Skipp. The duo worked together at Norwich City during 2020-21 season. The journalist did admit that it would be challenging to convince the midfielder to leave the North London club this summer. Hay said on The Square Ball Podcast: “There is the basis of a strong team there (at Lee...Full Story »

Borussia Dortmund signed midfielder Marcel Sabitzer from Bundesliga rival Bayern Munich on Monday, boosting their options following Jude Bellingham's departure for Real Madrid. The 29-year-old Sabitzer signed a contract through June 2027 and will travel on Tuesday to the United States to join his new teammates on Dortmund's summer tour. "He fits the profile that we were looking for exactly -...Full Story »

Chelsea have rejected a £40 million offer from West Ham United for Conor Gallagher, sources have told ESPN. The 23-year-old is part of Mauricio Pochettino's 29-man squad currently on a preseason tour of the United States where the new head coach has admitted they lack sufficient midfield options ahead of the new campaign. However, Gallagher is believed to be available for a fee in the r...Full Story »

Manchester United are closing in on signing Sofyan Amrabat from Fiorentina, according to a report. United keen on Amrabat Deal close to completion Fiorentina midfielder set for United WHAT HAPPENED? Moroccan journalist Izem Anass reports that Amrabat is "one detail" away from moving to United, with the deal nearing completion. The club have long been linked with a move for the midfielder...Full Story »

FOOTBALLER-turned OnlyFans model Madelene Wright captured the Barbie-fever sweeping the nation by going all-pink for her latest shoot. Madelene loves sharing glam pics on her social media channels, mainly on Instagram. This time, the ex-Charlton ace posed in a see-through Barbie lingerie behind her desk, accompanied by a little dog, leaving her 327,000 followers in awe. Madelene, who risked...Full Story »

ALAN SHEARER'S "absolute bombshell" daughter Hollie was busted over a bikini shoot - by her own big sister. Chloe Shearer revealed Hollie's tiny outfit was HERS - but fans insisted "sharing is caring" and praised the "stunning pic". The sisters are close enough to holiday together, having posted exotic snaps from the Balearic Islands last month. And Chloe, 30, responded generously to Hollie...Full Story »

Curtis Jones says James Milner's departure is a "big loss" for Liverpool. The veteran left earlier this summer for Brighton. "Millie will be a big loss in terms of his character around the place," Jones told the Liverpool Echo. "It's not just how much he talks and shouts and stuff, it's more the respect he is given because of what he's done in his career. But there are lads in the squad who ...Full Story »

Chelsea have launched a surprise bid for Crystal Palace midfielder Michael Olise. The France U21 international is the subject of a £39m offer from the Blues - £4m above his buyout clause. Manchester City are also interested in Olise this summer. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano is reporting: "Chelsea and Manchester City have both Michael Olise in their list. Understand there's rele...Full Story »

Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly given some transfer advice to ex-Manchester United team-mate Eric Bailly, who is in talks to join Al-Nassr. WHAT HAPPENED? Bailly has opened talks with two Saudi Arabian teams - one of which is reported to be Al-Nassr - and could be on his way to the Middle East in a £20 million ($26m) deal, according to Sky Sports. The United defender has discussed the s...Full Story »