The transfer window opens in early January across the Premier League, German Bundesliga, French Ligue 1, Spanish LaLiga and Italian Serie A. But clubs have been busy planning their business for months. There were plenty of big moves last summer, so can we expect a repeat? ESPN's reporters have everything you need to know about the top teams' hopes as they delve into deals that might be in the c...Full Story »

Real Madrid are linked with a move for AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit.  AZ Alkmaar won't let Real Madrid target Kees Smit leave for a low transfer fee, while Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca wants to be reunited with former Manchester City midfielder James McAtee. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe. TOP STORIES - Iraola on Semenyo: If he can play years for us...Full Story »

vinicius Vinicius Junior’s Real Madrid future is under fresh scrutiny after stalled contract talks left the Brazilian weighing his options, with Saudi Arabia circling. Al-Ittihad sporting director Ramon Planes has now made a bold prediction, insisting it is realistic that elite players like Vinicius could move to the Middle East during their prime years. Vini Jr's future up in the air as...Full Story »

Brighton & Hove Albion v Aston Villa - Premier League Manchester United have reportedly "not stopped discussing" the possibility of signing Brighton star Carlos Baleba despite failing to recruit him earlier this year. The Red Devils spent around £230 million ($310m) on players during the summer transfer window but they balked at the thought of forking out more than £100m ($135m) f...Full Story »

Newcastle United FC v FC Barcelona - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD1 Marcus Rashford has passed a Barcelona referendum as members voted in favour of signing the England forward permanently. Rashford move to the reigning La Liga champions on loan from Manchester United over the summer having been outcast by head coach Ruben Amorim. And the 28-year-old has made an impressive impact...Full Story »

Real Madrid CF v Sevilla FC - LaLiga EA Sports Real Madrid have reportedly 'rejected' the signing of three big-name stars ahead of the January transfer window, as Los Blancos plan for their future amidst the intense recent pressure placed upon head coach Xabi Alonso. The three players in question all see their contracts expire on June 30, 2026, and so will be free to negotiate with foreign club...Full Story »

Deportivo Alaves v Real Madrid CF - LaLiga EA Sports Antonio Rudiger could return to Chelsea as the Real Madrid star is weighing up a Premier League return. Rudiger's current Los Blancos contract expires at the end of the 2025-26 campaign and he has yet to agree to sign on a new extension. The German defender has been tipped with a move away from Santiago Bernabeu next summer as he could also l...Full Story »

Newcastle United v Chelsea - Premier League Chelsea's two January transfer priorities have been revealed as the Blues look to strengthen their squad to bridge the gap to Premier League leaders Arsenal. The Premier League started the season on a positive note, but their form took a dip towards the end of the year as they managed to win just one match out of their last five outings in the league,...Full Story »

Joshua Zirkzee Manchester United 2025-2026 Manchester United star Joshua Zirkzee is set to push for an exit from Old Trafford in the upcoming January transfer window despite Ruben Amorim's attempts to block his move to Serie A. The striker has found minutes hard to come by this season, sitting firmly down the Old Trafford pecking order as summer signings Benjamin Sesko and Matheus Cunha have be...Full Story »

Newcastle United v Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League Tottenham manager Thomas Frank has been told to resign by a former Spurs player in an explosive social media rant. The Danish coach has found himself under pressure in his first season at Spurs, with the club currently on a worrying run of form which has conjured just two top-flight victories in their last nine fixtures. Following their win ...Full Story »

Former Spurs Star Demands Thomas Frank's Resignation Thomas Frank has been urged to step down as Tottenham manager following a blistering social media attack from a former player. Ex-Spurs defender Ramon Vega utilized X (formerly Twitter) to criticize the head coach, demanding he leave the post immediately. Vega wrote: "Frank, stop talking about last season. They finished 17th. You now have mo...Full Story »

[(Zambia) Strength]: 1. In their opening match against Mali, Zambia's Patson Daka scored a dramatic equalizer in second-half stoppage time, securing a 1-1 draw. In their second game against Comoros, Zambia failed to score and settled for a goalless 0-0 draw.2. The team have no injury or suspension concerns, giving coach Moses Sichone full freedom in selecting his lineup. [(Zambia) Neutral]: 1. ...Full Story »

[(AS Roma) Strength]: 1. Artem Dovbyk leads AS Roma's scoring charts in 2025 with an impressive tally of 15 goals.2. AS Roma conceded only 10 goals in their 16 matches, boasting the best defense record in Serie A.3. AS Roma have the upper hand with 24 wins, 5 draws, and 6 losses in 35 encounters between the two teams. [(AS Roma) Neutral]: 1. AS Roma suffered a setback in their top-four pursui...Full Story »

[(Comoros) Strength]: 1. Comoros won the last 3 games across all competitions in AH, performing over expectations. [(Comoros) Neutral]: 1. Comoros are set to face Mali in a pivotal Africa Cup of Nations Group A clash at the Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca, with the former still fighting to secure a spot in the knockout stages.2. Stefano Cusin has a full squad available for Monday's fixture. ...Full Story »

Let's start our Daily Laugh today.   Chelsea have one win in their last six Premier League games 😬       Arsenal next (again)     Set piece again, ole ole 🎶Arsenal defeat Brighton 2-1 thanks to an own goal off a Declan Rice corner kick.       Can't stop Villa🥶Chelsea 1-2 Aston Villa         Liverpool 2-1 Wolves...Full Story »

Former PSG standout Kevin Trapp and his supermodel fiancée Izabel Goulart have once again captivated social media with their unique festive ritual: a series of gravity-defying yoga poses on a sun-drenched beach. A Tropical Holiday Custom The 41-year-old Victoria's Secret legend shared a joint Instagram post with Trapp, showcasing their "tropical Christmas tradition." Similar to their viral...Full Story »

Rumors are swirling around a potential romance between AC Milan star Christian Pulisic and actress Sydney Sweeney, following reports that the Hollywood A-lister has been a top target for persistent Premier League footballers. A High-Profile Connection Earlier this summer, SunSport reported that Sweeney had been bombarded with direct messages from various top-flight stars across England. While t...Full Story »

Juventus' Pierre Kalulu had a hand in their opener After a frustrating first half, Juventus ground out a 2-0 win over Pisa at the Arena Garibaldi that saw their winning run in all competitions stretch to four matches, while keeping Alberto Gilardino’s side in the bottom three with just one win all season. Having previously won just four times on hostile turf across all competitions, Juve...Full Story »

Chelsea monitor Nottingham Forest's McAtee Per the Daily Mail, Chelsea are conducting background checks on McAtee as the winter market prepares to open. The report suggests the London club would probably encounter strong rivalry from Leeds United if they formalise their interest, with Daniel Farke's side also tracking the 23-year-old. Leeds were also on the verge of signing Brighton's attack...Full Story »

Portuguese duo battle to sign West Ham outcast Luis Guilherme Portuguese giants Porto and Sporting are both reportedly battling it out to sign West Ham's forgotten wonderkid Luis Guilherme. The 19-year-old has made just 18 appearances across all competitions since joining from Brazilian side Palmeiras. According to ESPN Brazil, Porto and Sporting are both willing to offer the winger an exit r...Full Story »

Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa scores his team's second goal In a game of two halves, Aston Villa came from behind to earn a 2-1 win against Chelsea in the Premier League (PL), recording the third win from their last four visits to Stamford Bridge in the process. A dinked Mois9s Caicedo pass and masterful Cole Palmer touch opened up the game’s first chance for the latter just two minutes i...Full Story »

The estranged daughter of a former England international has opened up about her lucrative career in the adult industry, claiming she earns up to £100,000 a month despite being cut off by her famous parents. Mia Kate Rose is estranged from her parents A Deteriorating Family Dynamic David Dunn—who celebrates his 46th birthday today, December 28—shares a daughter, Mia, with his ...Full Story »

Enzo Maresca addresses Cole Palmer frustration after Chelsea loss to Villa Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has responded to Cole Palmer's clear frustration at been substituted in their 2-1 Premier League defeat to Aston Villa on Saturday (December 27). Palmer, 23, was replaced by Estevao just before Ollie Watkins got his and Aston Villa’s second goal of the game. The talismanic playmaker w...Full Story »

Scott McTominay considers Premier League return with Man United door open Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay is reportedly considering a return to the Premier League and has even left the door open for former club Man United. The 29-year-old is arguably the best midfielder in the Serie A at the moment, leading Napoli to their 2024-25 Scudetto and carrying his fine form into this season. Accord...Full Story »

TOPSHOT-FBL-EUR-C1-NAPOLI-QARABAG Scott McTominay’s career has taken an unexpected yet glittering turn since leaving Manchester United, but speculation is now mounting that the Scotland midfielder could yet find his way back to the Premier League. Reports suggest the door to an Old Trafford reunion has not been firmly shut, with McTominay said to be weighing his long-term future after a r...Full Story »

Chelsea keeping tabs on Nottingham Forest outcast James McAtee Chelsea are reportedly keeping tabs on Nottingham Forest outcast James McAtee ahead of the January transfer window. The 23-year-old joined Forest from Man City for a reported 330 million fee in the summer but has only started one Premier League game since. According to the Daily Mail, are keeping tabs on the attacking midfielder a...Full Story »

Man United eye shock January swoop for AFCON star Lassine Sinayoko Man United are reportedly eyeing a move for Auxerre striker Lassine Sinayoko in the January transfer window. The 26-year-old has scored in both games for Mali as their start their AFCON campaign with draws against Zambia and hosts Morocco. According to Africa Foot, Man United are seriously considering launching a bid for the s...Full Story »

DONE DEAL: Jamal Musiala one of four to sign new Bayern Munich deal Bayern Munich have confirmed that star man Jamal Musiala has signed a new deal with the club. Musiala, 22, has been out of action since the summer’s FIFA Club World Cup with a broken leg sustained in the defeat to PSG. The attacking midfielder is expected to return in the new year but Bayern moved to ensure he committed...Full Story »

FBL-ENG-PR-MAN UTD-NEWCASTLE Manchester United have usurped Arsenal as the Premier League's set-piece kings after their 1-0 win over Newcastle United. Patrick Dorgu's stunning volley secured Ruben Amorim's side a vital three points, a result that saw them surge up to fifth in the Premier League. The Gunners are renowned for scoring from corners, free-kicks, and throw-ins but now the Red Devils ...Full Story »

Newcastle United v Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League Thomas Frank is adamant Tottenham Hotspur are “going in the right direction” under his stewardship, despite the club sitting 14th in the Premier League table. The Dane has found himself under pressure in his first season at Spurs, with the club currently on a worrying run of form which has conjured just one top-flight victory in ...Full Story »

FBL-FRA-LIGUE1-AUXERRE-METZ Manchester United are eyeing a surprise January swoop for an AFCON star who scored against INEOS-owned Nice earlier this season. Auxerre's 26-year-old Mali international forward Lassine Sinayoko has caught the eye of the Red Devils' recruitment team and the Premier League giants are now seriously considering placing a bid for the player in the January transfer window...Full Story »

Nottingham Forest v Sunderland - Premier League Chelsea are reportedly keeping tabs on James McAtee ahead of the January transfer window, despite the midfielder having become an outcast at Nottingham Forest following his summer move from Manchester City. The former England Under-21 international is being monitored by Blues head coach Enzo Maresca, with the pair having worked together in the pas...Full Story »

Arsenal v Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League Tottenham manager Thomas Frank faces a dilemma over unwanted loan ace as the January transfer window approaches. Spurs signed Israel international Manor Solomon in 2023, who played at the north London club only for a season before heading out on loan to Leeds United last season. He was once again sent out on a second loan spell at Villarreal on deadl...Full Story »

FBL-ENG-PR-LIVERPOOL-WOLVES Liverpool boss Arne Slot has backed Florian Wirtz to continue finding the back of the net after the midfielder finally scored his first goal for the club in Saturday’s 2-1 Premier League win over Wolverhampton Wanderers. The Germany star ended his painful wait for a maiden goal in red as the Merseysiders moved into the top four with a tight victory at Anfield. ...Full Story »

Liverpool GFX Liverpool moved into the top four with a nervy 2-1 victory over rock-bottom Wolverhampton Wanderers, who have set the record for the longest winless start to a Premier League season following their latest defeat. Florian Wirtz scored his first goal for the Reds, while Ryan Gravenberch found the back of the net for the first time since November, as Arne Slot's side earned all three...Full Story »

Vinicius Real Madrid are preparing for all eventualities as contract negotiations with Vinícius Junior continue to stall, with reports suggesting a contingency plan has already been mapped out. The Brazilian forward remains locked in talks over improved terms, holding firm on his financial demands while the club have so far refused to move beyond their most recent offer. A delicate impas...Full Story »

Tottenham Hotspur v Liverpool - Premier League Liverpool centre-back and captain Virgil van Dijk has claimed he is relishing the pressure that comes with trying to turn the club's stuttering season around. The Reds have endured a testing campaign both on and off the pitch to date, with the Premier League champions struggling to defend their crown in the wake of the tragic passing of Diogo Jota ...Full Story »

Arsenal v Crystal Palace - Carabao Cup Quarter Final Mikel Arteta says Arsenal are ready to push Manchester City all the way for the Premier League title as both teams continue to slug it out at the top of the table. The Gunners were momentarily replaced at the summit following City’s late victory over Nottingham Forest on Saturday, before the north Londoners reclaimed top spot following ...Full Story »

Cristiano Ronaldo Al-Nassr Cristiano Ronaldo starred with a brace on Saturday night as Al-Nassr registered a record 10th consecutive win in the Saudi Pro League. The Portuguese legend scored twice, while Joao Felix added a third, as the Saudi giants beat Al Akhdoud 3-0 and increased their lead over Al-Hilal at the top of the table to four points after collecting 30 from their first 10 outings i...Full Story »

Nottingham Forest v Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League Randal Kolo Muani has insisted that Tottenham Hotspur’s players remain firmly united behind head coach Thomas Frank, despite mounting pressure on the Danish manager during a difficult first half of the season. With Spurs sitting 14th in the Premier League at Christmas after a run of inconsistent results, scrutiny has intensified aroun...Full Story »

[(Algeria) Strength]: 1. Currently leading Group E on goal difference, Algeria are level with Burkina Faso on 3 points. This head-to-head clash will likely determine the group winners, making a victory the top priority for Algeria.2. Captain Riyad Mahrez is in sensational form. After scoring a brace in the opening match, he has equaled Baghdad Bounedjah's record to become the joint-second high...Full Story »

[(Crystal Palace F.C.) Strength]: 1. Crystal Palace F.C. are currently just one point away from the European qualification zone. The team need to secure points to contend for a European spot, and their motivation is naturally high.2. Crystal Palace F.C. have scored 21 goals so far this season, averaging 1.24 goals per game. Their attacking performance has remained quite stable overall. [(Crys...Full Story »

[(Atalanta BC) Strength]: 1. Atalanta BC sit 9th in the league table and are currently on a 3-match winning streak. Playing at home in this match, the team will be determined to secure a victory and extend their winning run, demonstrating strong motivation.2. Isak Hien has performed well in the last match and scored the only goal to grab a win for the team.3. In-form Gianluca Scamacca has provid...Full Story »

[(Sunderland A.F.C.) Strength]: 1. Sunderland A.F.C. currently sit 7th in the Premier League table with 27 points, trailing 4th-placed Chelsea F.C. by just 2 points, putting them well within striking distance of European football spots. As a newly promoted side, securing a spot in European football would be a historic achievement, and the entire club is highly motivated to realize this ambitio...Full Story »

[(US Cremonese) Strength]: 1. US Cremonese are ranked 11th in the table. Facing strong Napoli, they are motivated to take points and defend their home field in this match.2. Federico Bonazzoli made 13 league appearances this season, contributing 5 goals and 1 assist, which shows his outstanding form.3. US Cremonese have 2 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in the last 4 games, including a win and a draw...Full Story »

[(Angola) Strength]: 1. Having played in the Egyptian league for Ittihad Alexandria SC for a long time, Mabululu possesses intimate knowledge of Egypt's domestic-based players, making him Angola's primary attacking threat.2. Gelson remains the linchpin of the team's offense. His agility inside the box and clinical poaching instincts are Angola's most potent tactical weapons.3. Zito Luvumbo, th...Full Story »

[(Bologna FC 1909) Strength]: 1. Bologna FC 1909 hope to secure a victory against US Sassuolo Calcio to end 2025 on a positive note.2. Bologna FC 1909 captain Riccardo Orsolini, who has scored 6 goals and provided 1 assist this season, is a key player for the team and aims to continue his strong performance at home. [(Bologna FC 1909) Neutral]: 1. After losing to Juventus, Bologna FC 1909 par...Full Story »

[(Equatorial Guinea) Strength]: 1. Marvin Anieboh came off the bench and quickly scored his first international goal. Although the goal did not change the outcome of the match, he could be in line for a starting role in this game.2. During the group stage of the last Africa Cup of Nations, Equatorial Guinea scored the most goals with 9. They will be hoping for a similarly strong attacking perf...Full Story »

[(Zimbabwe) Strength]: 1. Zimbabwe must win to accumulate 4 points and overtake South Africa. The team's determination for this match is beyond doubt.2. Marvelous Nakamba is key midfielder that plays for Luton Town F.C. He is the rhythm keeper of the team and performed well in the match against Angola, focusing on interception and organization.3. Knowledge Musona is the team captain. In the ma...Full Story »

Let's start our Daily Laugh today.   Man Utd defeat Newcastle 1-0 and get a big three points on Boxing Day     Thoughts?   Real Madrid let go of Don Luka Modrić, despite his WISH to RETIRE at the club...   Liverpool v Wolves this week     Are you ok? Man Utd fans   Man utd >>> 5th Man Utd 1-0 Newcastle   Please stay tune...Full Story »

[(Gabon) Strength]: 1. In Group F, the strength comparison is relatively clear. It is difficult for Gabon to secure a top-two spot for direct qualification, so their primary goal is to compete for the best third-place finish in the group. Mozambique is their direct competitor.2. Gabon have the veteran star Aubameyang. At 36 years old this season, Aubameyang has demonstrated excellent competiti...Full Story »

Manchester City star Jack Grealish, currently on loan at Everton, celebrated the festive season with a high-octane night on the tiles in London. The marathon session, described as a "seasonal tear-up like no other," saw the winger and his entourage party across Mayfair before ending the night in a Leicester Square strip club. Jack and his gang ended in a strip club at 4am A Generous Start in M...Full Story »

The story of former England international Andros Townsend and his partner, Hazel O'Sullivan, is a unique crossover between the worlds of top-flight football, professional darts, and reality TV. A Chance Meeting at the Darts Townsend, who earned 13 caps for the Three Lions, found his perfect match in 2013 while he was still rising through the ranks at Tottenham Hotspur. He met O'Sullivan at a da...Full Story »

Liverpool Weigh Loan Move for PSG's Ramos After Isak Injury Liverpool are evaluating a bold six-month loan move for Paris Saint-Germain striker Gonçalo Ramos following Alexander Isak’s devastating leg fracture, which has left manager Arne Slot short of attacking options. With the Reds entering a crucial phase of the season, the Premier League champions are exploring short-term solu...Full Story »