Aberdeen boss Stephen Glass was delighted with his side’s performance in their 2-0 win over Dundee United and felt the performance is something to build on for the season ahead.The Dons were rarely troubled by their visitors and went ahead just before the half-hour thanks to Jonny Hayes’ cool finish.Christian Ramirez added a second with a bullet header on his cinch Premiership debut ...Full Story »

Aberdeen eased their way to victory in the opening match of their cinch Premiership campaign thanks to goals from Jonny Hayes and Christian Ramirez in an energetic performance against Dundee United.The Dons, fresh from their Europa Conference League qualifying victory over BK Hacken, made only one change to the starting XI that lined up in Gothenburg, but showed no signs of tiredness as they pre...Full Story »

Huddersfield boss Carlos Corberan was pleased to see his side progress to the second round of the Carabao Cup, beating Sheffield Wednesday 4-2 in a penalty shoot-out after the game finished goalless in normal time.Goalkeeper Lee Nicholls was the hero for Huddersfield, who had the better chances during the game, saving spot-kicks from Massimo Luongo and Liam Palmer in the shoot-out. Former Owls s...Full Story »

Huddersfield beat Sheffield Wednesday 4-2 in a penalty shoot-out to progress to the second round of the Carabao Cup after the game finished goalless in normal time.The first chance of the game fell to Huddersfield’s Scott High in the 12th minute when his shot from the edge of the area forced a fine save from Bailey Peacock-Farrell.Lewis O’Brien had another chance for the visitors aft...Full Story »

MANCHESTER UNITED stars Bruno Fernandes and David De Gea were spotted enjoying a fancy Italian lunch on Saturday afternoon. The Red Devils were meant to play Preston in a pre-season friendly but it was cancelled after a coronavirus outbreak in the United camp. Bruno Fernandes, Juan Mata and David De Gea captured leaving Cibo Mata and De Gea could both struggle for a starting place this season...Full Story »

Ajax academy player Noah Gesser has died at the age of 16 following a car crash, the club announced on Saturday. Gesser was in the car with his brother, who also died in the incident. Ajax confirmed the first team will hold a minute's silence before their preseason friendly with RB Leipzig on Saturday, while Jong Ajax -- the club's second side -- will do likewise ahead of their match with FC...Full Story »

MARCO VERRATTI kissed and cuddled his model wife Jessica Aidi on their honeymoon. The loved-up couple enjoyed a steamy trip to the beach as they could not keep their hands off each other. Marco Verratti cuddles his wife Jessica AidiCredit: BackGrid The loved-up couple get up close and personalCredit: BackGrid The Italy and Paris Saint-Germain star married the French model in a glamorous cere...Full Story »

Leeds have reportedly offered Adama Traore a five-year deal as they bid to beat Liverpool to the £30million Wolves ace. Traore has been on the Reds' radar for a couple of seasons, with Jurgen Klopp on the lookout for exciting alternatives to his established front line stars. The 25-year-old was linked with a move to Liverpool last summer as potential competition for Mohamed Salah, but Klo...Full Story »

Agents for Atletico Madrid midfielder Saul Niguez are due in England today for talks with Manchester United. The Mirror says Saul hopes to have his summer move to England sorted this week — with United and Liverpool in pole position for his signature. Representatives of the 26-year-old have been given the blessing of Atletico Madrid bigwigs to negotiate a move for their man. And they ...Full Story »

Manchester United's signing of Raphael Varane for 50 million euros reinforces the trend that has been set at the top level of European football in recent years, with teams prioritising the construction of a rock-solid defence. Nowhere has this trend been more evident than in Manchester, as both Manchester United and Manchester City have spent 765m euros on defenders since 2016. 2020/21 The ...Full Story »

Chelsea have reportedly asked for information on Saint-Etienne midfielder Lucas Gourna-Douath who has drawn comparisons with Man Utd's Paul Pogba. The Blues have been monitoring the 17-year-old for some time. The defensive midfielder has already made 30 appearances for the Saint-Etienne first team. Gourna-Douath made his senior debut in September and has already drawn interest from a number of...Full Story »

Aston Villa have announced that they have reached a deal with Bayer Leverkusen for the transfer of Leon Bailey. The winger had a productive 2020-21 season in the Bundesliga, scoring nine goals and assisting nine more. Villa confirmed in a statement that an agreement had been made with Leverkusen, subject to him completing a medical and finalising personal terms. The signing comes one day afte...Full Story »

Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou told his attacking players to help out his makeshift defence after they fell to a 2-1 defeat against Hearts in their cinch Premiership opener.The Hoops followed their Champions League exit with another major blow as John Souttar headed home unchallenged from an 89th-minute free-kick past a stranded Scott Bain.Gary Mackay-Steven had given Hearts an early lead as de...Full Story »

Hearts defender John Souttar headed an 89th-minute winner as Ange Postecoglou’s difficult start to his Celtic reign continued into the cinch Premiership season.Souttar rose to head home Michael Smith’s free-kick and earn the hosts a 2-1 victory in front of 5,272 fans at Tynecastle.Gary Mackay-Steven had given Hearts an early lead as Swedish defender Carl Starfelt endured a torrid ope...Full Story »

Ross County manager Malky Mackay paid tribute to his troubled squad as they began the cinch Premiership season with a goalless draw at home to St Johnstone.It has been a difficult pre-season for Mackay following his appointment in May, with two Premier Sports Cup games forfeited following a Covid-19 outbreak, leading to an early exit from the competition.A mass exodus of players also coincided w...Full Story »

Dundee boss James McPake expressed his pride in his players after they salvaged a 2-2 draw against St Mirren at Dens Park.The Buddies twice took the lead through Eamonn Brophy and Jamie McGrath, but both times they were pegged back thanks to a Joe Shaughnessy own goal and a strike from substitute Jason Cummings.The newly promoted home side finished the game with 10 men after Max Anderson receive...Full Story »

Falkirk did not let their pre-match coronavirus problems deter them as they drew 1-1 at Cove Rangers in their Scottish League One opener.The Bairns played the game “under duress” after the Scottish Professional Football League board rejected their postponement plea following a spate of infections.Nine players came out of self-isolation on Saturday morning, and they looked to be headi...Full Story »

Ten-man Dundee twice came from behind to secure a share of the spoils from a 2-2 draw against St Mirren in a pulsating cinch Premiership opener at Dens Park.The Buddies stormed into an early lead through Eamonn Brophy with the home side equalising just before the break thanks to an own goal by St Mirren skipper Joe Shaughnessy.The visitors nosed in front once more with a Jamie McGrath penalty be...Full Story »

The striker, 31, is on trial with Real Mallorca in his bid to return to the game after 17 months without a team. Daniel Sturridge and Jordan Henderson caught up with each other in Spain And dropping by on his holidays after playing for England at Euro 2020 was Liverpool captain Henderson. The 31-year-old posed with his old pal in the Mallorcan capital of Palma for a picture posted on Sturri...Full Story »

West Ham and Chelsea are just £8million apart in their valuation of Kurt Zouma - with the defender keen to join David Moyes' side. Moyes is targeting an ambitious double swoop to boost his defence after signing Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Alphonse Areola on loan for next season. Chelsea are willing to sell Zouma, but want £28m for the France international - while the Hammers are h...Full Story »