The Blues have extended their captain's deal despite suffering from sanctions imposed on them by the UK Government. Cesar Azpilicueta has seen his Chelsea contract extended despite sanctions limiting the operation of the club. The limited operation licence that has been placed on the European and world champions came after accusations from the UK Government that Roman Abramovich had close l...Full Story »

Ian Baraclough insisted Northern Ireland would not lose any confidence from suffering their first home defeat in a year after being edged out by Hungary 1-0.Northern Ireland were on the wrong end of a result at home – and conceded their first goals at Windsor Park – since the United States won 2-1 in Belfast in March 2021, but this was a game Baraclough’s side could and perhaps...Full Story »

Gareth Southgate said it was an “absolute joke” that Harry Maguire was jeered by some England fans and Jack Grealish called the treatment of his team-mate “ridiculous”.Having kicked off World Cup preparations with a 2-1 comeback win against Switzerland at the weekend, the Three Lions boss made 10 changes for the friendly against Ivory Coast on Tuesday.Under-fire Mancheste...Full Story »

Mansfield boss Nigel Clough was left to rue “a mad five minutes” as his side drew 2-2 at Hartlepool.Coasting at 2-0 up, the Stags conceded twice before the break and remain outside the League Two play-off zone on goal difference.George Lapslie and James Perch has the visitors in command, before Joe Grey and Luke Molyneux secured an unlikely comeback.Clough moaned: “It was a mad...Full Story »

John Sheridan hailed the spirit in his squad as Oldham earned a lifeline in their battle to retain Football League status with a 2-0 League Two victory over Leyton Orient on Tuesday evening.The Latics had been winless in their past eight matches going into the game, but were the better side and were deserving of the three crucial points.“There’s a lot of spirit about us tonight,&rdqu...Full Story »

Gary Bowyer feels his players are showing the same belief in promotion they did at the start of the season after they moved within four points of the play-offs with a 2-1 win over Crawley at the Peninsula Stadium.Ammies top scorer Brandon Thomas-Asante opened the scoring when he tapped home from close range after Matt Smith’s initial effort on the half-volley smashed off the post.The hosts...Full Story »

Substitute Troy Parrott spared the Republic of Ireland’s blushes with a stoppage-time winner in a narrow 1-0 victory against lowly Lithuania on a night when they had four goals disallowed for offside.The Tottenham striker, currently on loan at MK Dons, produced his third senior international strike in the nick of time after Chiedozie Ogbene twice, Conor Hourihane and Scott Hogan had seen e...Full Story »

Robbie Stockdale was relieved to end his “stickiest spell” as Rochdale manager after his side earned a 2-0 win against Carlisle at the Crown Oil Arena.Dale ended a winless run of seven games, during which they had picked up just two points and slipped closer to the relegation zone.But goals either side of the break from Liam Kelly and Conor Grant earned them some welcome breathing sp...Full Story »

Rochdale ended a seven-game winless run with a 2-0 League Two victory against Carlisle.Given their recent poor run of results, tension around the Crown Oil Arena was eased considerably by an early goal for the home side.In the 10th minute, Stephen Dooley was fouled by Corey Whelan. Liam Kelly stepped forward and slammed a low penalty into the left-hand corner of Mark Howard’s goal, his eff...Full Story »

Oldham were handed a lifeline in their quest to stay in the Football League as Callum Whelan’s late goal capped off an excellent evening to give the Latics their first win in nine games with a 2-0 victory at home to Leyton Orient.The hosts had taken the lead in the first half when Orient defender George Ray headed into his own net, breaking the deadlock after a long period of Oldham domina...Full Story »

Mansfield blew a two-goal lead and the chance to move into the play-off places as they drew 2-2 at Hartlepool.Home goalkeeper Ben Killip saved smartly from Jordan Bowery and then George Lapslie, before he was beaten.The Stags kept possession in the penalty area and Lapslie turned in from six yards in the 21st minute.They doubled their advantage four minutes later when A deep cross by Elliot Hewi...Full Story »

Hungary capitalised on a mistake from Niall McGinn to edge out Northern Ireland 1-0 at Windsor Park.Dundee winger McGinn undersold Bailey Peacock-Farrell with a back-pass, allowing Roland Sallai to nip in and score with 56 minutes gone.Up until that point Northern Ireland had looked the more dangerous side with captain Steven Davis hitting the outside of the post and McGinn himself going close, ...Full Story »

ENGLAND ace Phil Foden's family provoked complaints to police for holding a "music festival" with a blaring sound system on Mother's Day. The young star bought the six-bed, £2.85million pile in a quiet Cheshire village for his parents three years ago. Phil Foden's angry neighbours complained about a rave-style party at his mansion on Mother's DayCredit: Peter Powell Limited Phil and part...Full Story »

Atletico Madrid plan to trigger the €40m option in Antoine Griezmann's loan from Barcelona. El Desmarque report that the French forward is featuring in Atletico's plans for next season and, therefore, they will make the payment to Barça. The clause would have been activated automatically if Griezmann played 50 percent of the games which he was available for. He is currently at 66 ...Full Story »

The Poland striker's contract at Bayern expires in 2023 but the club hope to convince him to commit to an extension Robert Lewandowski has not yet decided where his future lies despite reports he has agreed to join Barcelona. Spanish outlet Sport reported on Sunday that the striker has agreed to make the switch to Camp Nou this summer as he is looking for a new challenge. The report says Ba...Full Story »

The Blaugrana have no interest in their former star, who left for Paris Saint-Germain last summer Barcelona have no interest in re-signing Lionel Messi after letting him depart to Paris Saint-Germain last summer amid financial difficulties. Club president Joan Laporta said he is not in direct communication with the player and does not see the PSG forward as an option for the Blaugrana. Mess...Full Story »

Newcastle chase Sarr According to The Sun, Newcastle United are keen on signing Watford's Ismaila Sarr this summer and it's believed he's valued at £35m. It's understood Liverpool also sent scouts to watch the winger who will reportedly leave the London club even if they manage to avoid relegation. Pepe discusses Arsenal future According to the Mirror, Nicolas Pepe said: "I am focused...Full Story »

Rochdale will be without Tahvon Campbell and James Ball for the visit of Carlisle on Tuesday.The duo were both forced off in Dale’s 1-0 defeat to Mansfield last week and missed the weekend loss to Crawley. Scans have revealed both are out for the season.Striker Campbell suffered a broken foot and midfielder Ball has sustained a groin injury which will rule them out for a number of weeks.Fo...Full Story »

Ousmane Dembele's future at Barcelona remains uncertain, but teammate Pedri is hopeful that the Frenchman will extend his deal at the Camp Nou. With links to Paris Saint-Germain surrounding the winger in recent weeks, he has found arguably his best form in all his time as a Barcelona player. "I have a very good relationship with him and he is a crazy player," Pedri told La Vanguardia. "He ha...Full Story »

Ben Chilwell has been videoed tussling with a caged tiger Chelsea defender Ben Chilwell has faced criticism from the RSPCA having been seen tussling with a caged tiger. Chilwell is believed to be in Tampa, Florida, in footage obtained by The Sun as he plays a game of tug of war with the tiger. The injured player is seen with at least three friends as they pull a rope while the tiger battles to...Full Story »