American boss Todd Boehly has been building his backroom staff since taking over from Roman Abramovich in May. Chelsea are set to announce Christopher Vivell as the club's new technical director Credit: Getty And according to Sky Sports in Germany, Vivell has signed with Chelsea and already received his working visa. The scouting expert is expected to be announced soon following his departure...Full Story »

Crewe suffered a setback ahead of their Sky Bet League Two clash against Newport with the news Chris Long needs ankle surgery.The striker has managed only 20 minutes of football this season and has now been told he must go under the knife and faces at least three months out.Midfielder Callum Ainley (shoulder) is hoping to be playing again in early January while striker Courtney Baker-Richardson ...Full Story »

ABBEY Clancy is the gift that keeps on giving in this racy red lace lingerie. The 36-year-old model is part of a Christmas campaign by US undies brand Victoria’s Secret. Abbey is part of a Christmas campaign by US undies brand Victoria’s SecretCredit: @victoriassecretuk Abbey with ex-England striker husband Peter CrouchCredit: Getty The mum-of-four is married to ex-England strike...Full Story »

France star Christopher Nkunku may have been unable to represent his country this winter at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar but the RB Leipzig talisman could be set for a new and exciting challenge in England come next summer. Reports from CBSSports’ Ben Jacobs detail that Chelsea and Leipzig have agreed to “board” terms on a summer move for the former Paris Saint-Germain academ...Full Story »

France striker Christopher Nkunku will miss the 2022 World Cup after suffering an injury in training on Tuesday, the French federation have confirmed. The RB Leipzig star suffered a sprain of his left knee and won't be able to return to take part as France look to defend their title in Qatar. France will play their opening game against Australia on Nov. 22. FIFA regulations allow teams to re...Full Story »

THE RONALDO household is getting into the festive spirit. The Manchester United ace's partner, Georgina Rodriguez, slipped into a green figure-hugging dress to show off their Christmas decorations. It could be Ronaldo and Co's last Christmas in ManchesterCredit: Instagram / Georginagio Cristiano Ronaldo is getting criticised from all angles following his sit-down interview with SunSport colum...Full Story »

AFC Wimbledon are without Wales international Chris Gunter as they host non-league Weymouth in their FA Cup first-round replay.The veteran defender, who played 90 minutes against Salford on Saturday, has now linked up with his national side for the World Cup.Forward David Fisher could get more minutes after continuing his return from a three-month lay-off with a 24-minute run-out at the weekend....Full Story »

Let's start our 7M Daily Laugh today.   Man City 1-2 Brentford   Liverpool 3-1 SouthamptonTottenham 4-3 Leeds   Newcastle 1-0 Chelsea   Wolves 0-2 Arsenal Arsenal leading the crowd until Christmas   Arsenal fans watching Martin Ødegaard right now:   CAN THIS ATTACK LEAD PORTUGAL TO THEIR FIRST EVER WORLD CUP TRIUMPH?   When Argentina fans l...Full Story »

Chris Stokes’ late own goal proved decisive as Livingston defeated Kilmarnock 3-2 in an entertaining match at Rugby Park.The Kilmarnock defender failed to sort his feet out as he deflected a Cristian Montano cross into his own net to settle the contest.Joe Wright had scored two headers for the hosts but the visitors had twice levelled, first through a long-range Bruce Anderson strike and t...Full Story »

QPR have Chris Willock available for the visit of West Brom.The forward returned from a hamstring problem as a second-half substitute in Wednesday’s 0-0 draw at Norwich.Stefan Johansen, Tyler Roberts (calf), Jimmy Dunne (knee) and Jake Clarke-Salter (knee) have all been struggling with injury.Johansen (heel) has an outside chance of returning for Michael Beale’s promotion chasers.Wes...Full Story »

Crewe could have Chris Long and Charlie Colkett back for the FA Cup clash with Leyton Orient.Colkett (hamstring) and Long (ankle) have both played very little football this season but could be on the bench.Courtney Baker-Richardson is rated touch and go while Zac Williams, Rod McDonald (groin) and Callum Ainley (shoulder) are all set to miss out again.Crewe boss Alex Morris is likely to give sta...Full Story »

Defender Chris Forino is set to return to the Wycombe line-up for the Sky Bet League One clash with Morecambe.Forino missed the midweek clash with Cambridge but is now available again.Brandon Hanlan and D’Mani Mellor continued their rehab with minutes off the bench in the defeat to the U’s but are not yet ready to start.Ryan Tafazolli, Josh Scowen and Curtis Thompson remain sidelined...Full Story »

Chris Conn-Clarke scored the only goal as Altrincham continued their impressive recent form with a 1-0 victory over Greater Manchester rivals Oldham.A frenetic start to proceedings saw Oldham go close when Ben Tollitt saw his effort go just over the crossbar.Altrincham also had an early chance when Eddy Jones cut in from the left but his shot was saved by Magnus Norman.Alty broke the deadlock wi...Full Story »

Defender Chris Forino’s first-half header earned Wycombe a 1-0 win at local rivals Oxford in a game that was held up for 45 minutes due to a medical emergency for a spectator.Forino peeled away to meet Alfie Mawson’s long diagonal cross with a powerful header back across goalkeeper Simon Eastwood and into the net after 34 minutes.Oxford were left to rue a missed penalty by Cameron Br...Full Story »

Chelsea are set to appoint Christopher Vivell as the club's new technical director after his departure from RB Leipzig, sources have told ESPN. Chelsea co-owners Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital, represented by Behdad Eghbali, are believed to have met with a series of candidates in the past fortnight including Vivell, who was sacked by Leipzig on Thursday. "Christopher Vivell was released f...Full Story »

QPR face being without key man Chris Willock for another period starting with their clash against Reading on Friday.The forward needed surgery after tearing his hamstring in March and he limped off with what appears to be a similar problem after scoring the winner against Sheffield United on Tuesday.Goalkeeper Seny Dieng could also be unavailable with another thigh issue. Jordan Archer is poised...Full Story »

Chelsea are said to be one of several clubs with a keen interest in snapping up Benjamin Sesko, who was linked with a move to Manchester United over the summer, from RB Leipzig before the start of next season. The Blues are currently in talks with Leipzig over the signing of Christopher Nkunku and have been tipped to raid the German heavyweights once again for the services of Sesko when the camp...Full Story »

Chris Willock’s sixth goal of the season earned QPR a fifth win in seven games as they beat Championship leaders Sheffield United 1-0 at Bramall Lane.The Hoops had lost each of their last five meetings against United but Willock’s 51st-minute effort ended that sequence as the hosts suffered a first defeat in 10 matches.Victory also meant fourth-placed QPR closed the gap on the Champi...Full Story »

The RB Leipzig star underwent a preliminary examination and the Blues were keen that nobody found out about their early transfer moves. Christopher Nkunku attracted interest from Chelsea and Manchester United over the summer Credit: Reuters But the news was leaked that the medical happened a few weeks ago. Journalist Fabrizio Romano reports that all parties involved wanted to keep the discuss...Full Story »

English defender Chris Smalling stole the Italian headlines by heading home England fans want to see Chris Smalling called up for the World Cup after his fine spell with Roma continued with a winning goal against Inter Milan in Serie A this weekend. The 32-year-old former Manchester United man headed home from close range to hand Jose Mourinho's side all three points having been hailed for his...Full Story »