Republic of Ireland manager Vera Pauw credited her side’s resilience but lauded Australia’s attacking threats despite the absence of Sam Kerr after their 1-0 defeat to the joint-hosts in the Women’s World Cup.Steph Catley’s 52nd-minute penalty was enough for the Matildas to overcome a dogged Ireland and get them off to the perfect start in Group B.The hosts were without c...Full Story »

Big money signing Declan Rice made his first Arsenal appearance as his new side opened their US tour by comprehensively beating Wayne Rooney’s MLS All-Stars.The 24-year-old midfielder completed his £105million switch from West Ham on Saturday and just four days later made his bow 3,660 miles away from the Emirates Stadium.Rice was introduced as a second half substitute in Washington ...Full Story »

Manchester United have earmarked their new transfer target as Danish starlet Rasmus Hojlund - and Daily Star Sport looks at his stunning WAG who could join him in Manchester Rasmus Hojlund's stunning WAG loves to post on Instagram (Image: laurarhod/Instagram) Manchester United's pursuit of a new striker has led to them to Danish hitman Rasmus Hojlund - who has taken Serie A by storm over the p...Full Story »

Liverpool have been warned that it will cost them a minimum of £70m to prise Cheick Doucoure away from Crystal Palace this summer as they step up their interest in signing a defensive midfielder ahead of the new season. Jurgen Klopp's side have undergone major midfield surgery in recent weeks following a disappointing campaign in which they finished fifth, with Alexis Mac Allister and Domi...Full Story »

LUCIA LOI has broken her silence following her break-up with Marcus Rashford. The Manchester United hitman - who today signed a stunning new £375,000-a-week contract - was set to tie the knot with the business graduate after getting engaged last May. But SunSuport exclusively revealed that childhood sweethearts broke up in June after their relationship "ran its course." Loi, 25, went o...Full Story »

LIONEL MESSI'S wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, stole the show at the forward's Inter Miami unveiling yesterday with fans declaring her "the most beautiful woman on the planet". The entire Messi-clan braved severe weather as the Argentine was unveiled to Inter Miami fans at the DRV PNK Stadium. Messi, who is set to earn £830,000-a-week, was presented to the crowd by co-owner David Beckham as pa...Full Story »

HAVE you ever wondered what a potential World Cup winner takes with her to the other side of the globe? Well, England hopeful Katie Zelem has let the cat out of the bag. Here, the Manchester United midfielder talks SunSport through her World Cup preparations Down Under — from false eyelash appointments to board games. SO Katie, it is your first World Cup and major tournament, how did ...Full Story »

Erik ten Hag is chasing the Danish striker after giving up on a move for Harry Kane. Atalanta striker Rasmus Hojlund is Erik ten Hag's new target Credit: Getty The Red Devils have made the 20-year-old their next priority with Andre Onana close to sealing his transfer to Old Trafford from Inter Milan. The Cameroonian goalkeeper's arrival in the next 24 hours will be in time to complete his med...Full Story »

Blues boss Poch left out several key names from his 29-man United States touring group this pre-season as he continues his epic squad streamlining in West London. Mauricio Pochettio is swinging the axe at Chelsea Credit: Getty Romelu Lukaku has been told he has no future at the West London club Credit: Getty He has overseen a mass departure this summer with ELEVEN outgoings so far, including ...Full Story »

Alex Telles is set to join his old Manchester United teammate Cristiano Ronaldo at Saudi club Al-Nassr. Telles latest to seal Saudi move Will link up with ex United teammate Ronaldo Al Nassr bag £4m bargain WHAT HAPPENED? The left-back, who has long been surplus to requirements at United, is to move to the Saudi Pro League club for a bargain £4 million ($5.2m), joining the long...Full Story »

LIONEL MESSI may be forgiven for thinking he could get away with some shopping in the United States, but when you are football's most popular star, even shopping is far from routine. And that is exactly what Messi realised after he was recognised by fans as he hit the shop in Miami. Messi, 36, was pictured grocery shopping with wife Antonela Roccuzzo and his three sons, Thiago, Mateo and Cir...Full Story »

HOLLIE SHEARER has been branded "perfection" by fans online as she showed off her tanlines in a bikini. The singer-songwriter took to Instagram to share the stunning picture with her 70.5k followers. She posed in a pink bikini on a beach and captioned the post: "Waiting for the sun to go down - wearing @prettylittlething." Fans were quick to react to the post, with one saying: "Beautiful". ...Full Story »

Harry Kane does not want to join Paris Saint-Germain this summer, meaning a move to Bayern Munich may be his only option if he is to leave Tottenham. WHAT HAPPENED? Per the Daily Telegraph, the striker has no interest in moving to PSG, leaving Bayern as the only club attempting to secure his signature this summer. They have already made two bids for the England captain, both of which have bee...Full Story »

Marcus Rashford has agreed to a new long-term contract with Manchester United, sources told ESPN. The England forward has a verbal agreement with the club for a new five-year contract that would keep him at Old Trafford until 2028. Talks with Rashford are in the final stages before an official announcement is made. Rashford, 25, is the latest United player to commit their future to the club...Full Story »

West Ham are targeting a move for Bayern Munich midfielder Leon Goretzka to replace Declan Rice and are in talks with Chelsea's Conor Gallagher. WHAT HAPPENED? A report from Sky Germany claims that the Hammers have targeted an ambitious move for Goretzka as they look to replace Rice after his switch to the Gunners. The Germany international has made 179 appearances for Bayern, winning the Bun...Full Story »

MARCUS Rashford was spotted being a bit of a devil as he gave a young fan a moment to remember by signing a shirt - after leaving his £700,000 Rolls Royce on double yellow lines. The United striker delighted the youngster by giving him his autograph as he visited an upmarket jewellers in Wilmslow, Cheshire, for a private shopping trip on Saturday. Rashford, 25, wore a green tracksuit an...Full Story »

ALEX SCOTT stole the show while at an EA Sports FC event. The launch saw Scott joined by other football legends such as Luis Figo, Ronaldinho and Didier Drogba, as well as Manchester City striker Erling Haaland - who was seen in a pair of green "pyjamas". Scott donned blue jeans and a green and white Tommy Hilfiger top that showed off her toned midriff as she took to the stage with her fello...Full Story »

A CAR containing Lionel Messi has narrowly avoided a crash after skipping a red light. The Argentine superstar is in South Florida ahead of his Inter Miami unveiling later today. Messi was spotted at a Publix supermarket alongside wife Antonela and the kids on Thursday evening. Footage has since emerged of a car in which Messi was travelling running a red light onto a busy intersection. Th...Full Story »

Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni has squashed all rumours linking him to Liverpool on social media. Liverpool midfielder Fabinho is strongly linked with a £40m move to Saudi Arabian side Al Ittihad. He has reportedly agreed terms with the club and the player has been left out of the squad that has traveled on the pre-season tour. Liverpool now have only a month to find a repla...Full Story »

Inter Milan are ready to move for Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun. Inter see Balogun as an alternative to Romelu Lukaku after pulling out of talks with Chelsea over a permanent deal for the Belgian. Inter will now have to re-direct their pursuit and according to Sky Italia's Gianluca Di Marzio, it is the USA international who is at the top of the list. Balogun, 22, made a big splash on loan...Full Story »