Liverpool were denied a seventh European crown as Real Madrid became kings of the continent once again thanks to Vinicius Junior’s strike in a Champions League final marred by chaos outside the Stade de France.Paris stepped in as host after UEFA stripped St Petersburg of the showpiece following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, but it did not provide a fitting host as European royalty we...Full Story »

An emotional Darrell Clarke dedicated Port Vale’s 3-0 play-off final victory over Mansfield at Wembley to his late daughter Ellie.The former Stags player was given six weeks of compassionate leave in February following the death of his 18-year-old daughter but made a phased return to work to help Vale into the Sky Bet League Two play-offs and they subsequently booked a trip to the national...Full Story »

BARE-CHESTED Andy Carroll passed out on a hotel bed with TWO blondes during his raucous stag do. The boozed-up striker invited fitness instructor Phoebe Robb, 26, and bar manager Taylor Jane Wilkey, 27, to his luxury suite after a day’s drinking. Andy Carroll was pictured asleep next to Taylor Jane Wilkey Andy partied with pals Taylor Jane Wilkey and Phoebe Robb The trio partied on bef...Full Story »

Nottingham Forest supporters may not have had too much to sing about of late, with over 20 years spent outside of the Premier League, but the passionate City Ground fan base has rediscovered its voice and is looking to inspire a charge back towards the big time. Two-time European Cup winners boast the most distinguished of histories, but it has been down to Steve Cooper to do his best Brian C...Full Story »

Carlo Ancelotti reckons Real Madrid will have plenty of support on Merseyside from supporters of his former club Everton. Ancelotti is set to manage in a record fifth Champions League final on Saturday when Real take on Liverpool after returning to the club from Everton last year. The 62-year-old was axed by the La Liga side in 2015 having led them to a 10th Champions League title the previo...Full Story »

Liverpool midfielder Thiago Alcantara trained with the team at the Stade de France in Paris to improve his chances of starting the Champions League final against Real Madrid.The Spain international was forced off in Sunday’s victory over Wolves with an Achilles problem but returned to work with the squad on Thursday and was present for the light open session in the stadium.Midfielder Fabin...Full Story »

Huddersfield defender Matty Pearson has not been ruled out of Sunday’s Championship play-off final against Nottingham Forest.Pearson has been sidelined since March due to a knee injury and boss Carlos Corberan will make a late decision on whether to include him in his plans.Otherwise, Corberan has a fully-fit squad to choose from and is preparing to make “some unfair decisions”...Full Story »

UEFA Nations League Group A1 Kick off: GMT+0800 4 Jun 2022, 02:45 At 02:45 on 4 Jun 2022, France will face Denmark in the UEFA Nations League. France vs Denmark Predicted XIFrance Predicted XI (3-4-3): Hugo Lloris; Lucas Hernandez, Presnel Kimpembe, Raphael Varane; Benjamin Pavard, Theo Hernandez, N'Golo Kante, Aurelien Tchouameni; Antoine Griezmann, Kylian Mbappe, Karim Benzema Denmark Pr...Full Story »

Failing to make the grade as a professional player, former West Ham ace Gavin Holligan reinvented himself as a successful musician after retiring from football aged just 24 Former West Ham ace Gavin Holligan reinvented himself as a successful musician after retiring from football aged just 24 (Image: Getty Images) Former West Ham United ace Gavin Holligan is now a music superstar who has perfo...Full Story »

The Brazilian defender will undergo a medical to complete his move to the Premier League side this summer Aston Villa have reached an agreement with Sevilla to sign defender Diego Carlos for a reported £26 million ($33m). The Brazilian had been linked with a move to Newcastle, but GOAL reported on Thursday that the Magpies and Sevilla were unable to come to terms over a transfer fee. V...Full Story »

Chelsea midfielder Danny Drinkwater has announced his departure from the club after almost five years at Stamford Bridge. Drinkwater was signed by Chelsea from Leicester, following their sensational season where they secured the Premier League title. Since the move, Drinkwater has struggled at Chelsea, managing just 12 league appearances, and was sent out on loan to four different clubs. Dri...Full Story »

ARSENAL are reportedly one of several Premier clubs interested in Lens star Cheick Doucoure. The Gunners are planning a huge summer revamp this summer after missing out on Champions League football. Arsenal are one of several Prem clubs interested in want-away Lens ace Cheick Doucoure Credit: Getty There are reportedly twelve names that Gunners boss Mikel Arteta has on his wishlist including ...Full Story »

  Mane drops Liverpool future hintSadio Mane has dropped a big hint that he is planning to stay at Liverpool beyond the summer, with the winger vowing to give a "special" answer to questions over his future after Saturday's Champions League final. Mane has been a key member of Jurgen Klopp's squad since his arrival at Anfield from Southampton in 2016, scoring 120 goals in 268 games acro...Full Story »

Match Information League B - Group B4 Stadion Stozice, Ljubljana Thursday, 2 Jun 2022 • 02:45 Slovenia vs Sweden Head-to-Head Slovenia (All Competitions): W-L-D-W-D-D Sweden (All Competitions): W-W-L-L-W-L Slovenia vs Sweden Predicted XI Slovenia possible starting lineup: Oblak; Brekalo, Bijol, Blazic; Karnicik, Cerin, Kurtic, Sikosek; Zajc, Lovric; Sporar Sweden possible s...Full Story »

The former defender is among the candidates to take over at the Clarets despite their relegation to the Championship Former Manchester City defender Vincent Kompany has left Anderlecht and GOAL can confirm that he is a leading contender to take over at Burnley. The Belgian club announced his departure by mutual consent on Wednesday after two seasons with the club at which he started his play...Full Story »

Despite previously coming close to leaving the club, Tottenham Hotspur star striker Harry Kane could be set to sign a new contract. That's according to a recent report from Football London, who claims the England international, now under the guidance of Italian manager Antonio Conte, is happy with life in North London and feels the Lilywhites are moving in the right direction to win major sil...Full Story »

Bayern Munich are considering making a move for Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford this summer. After a scintillating start to his footballing career at Manchester United, Rashford is currently experiencing a difficult spell. The England international is struggling to play regularly at the club and has performed underwhelmingly when called upon. According to The Telegraph, Bayern Muni...Full Story »

French duo in for Nketiah Lyon and Marseille have both made offers for Eddie Nketiah, though they accept the forward is likely to remain at Arsenal, reports Footmercato. The Ligue 1 duo have offered the 22-year-old a lucrative contract to join them on a free transfer when his Gunners deal expires next month. However, Nketiah is believed to have had a change of heart about leaving the Emirat...Full Story »

The £100million man won the first major honour of his career on Sunday. Jack Grealish is living it up in Ibiza and posed for a photo with Wayne Lineker Credit: Instagram @waynelineker Manchester City fought back from 2-0 down against his former side Aston Villa to win 3-2 and retain their title. And Grealish - named in Gareth Southgate's England squad today - made the most of a few days ...Full Story »

Kurt Zouma has pleaded guilty to two accounts of offences under the Animal Welfare Act after a video was shared on social media of him appearing to kick and slap his cat earlier this year. Kurt Zouma has pleaded guilty to two accounts of offences under the Animal Welfare Act (Image: Holly Allison/TPI/REX/Shutterstock) Kurt Zouma is under 24/7 guard after the footballer admitted volleying his c...Full Story »