Conor Wilkinson claimed an eye-catching first goal for Solihull Moors to secure a 1-0 win at Yeovil in the Vanarama National League.The striker, who joined Moors last month after leaving Colchester, produced an audacious chip over Glovers goalkeeper Ollie Wright in the 12th minute at Huish Park.Wilkinson almost doubled his tally minutes later when he struck a post.Yeovil defender Jake Wannell wa...Full Story »

Southend ended a three-game winless run in the National League by beating Eastleigh 2-0 at Roots Hall.First-half goals from Nathan Ralph and Jack Bridge were enough to extend the Shrimpers’ unbeaten run to three matches.After Gus Scott-Morriss was prevented from scoring for a fifth successive game by a fine Joe McDonnell save, Southend took the lead in the 24th minute when Ralph tapped in ...Full Story »

A late Northern Ireland fightback fell short as Tommy Wright’s side were beaten 2-1 by 10-man Ukraine in their Under-21 European Championship qualifier in Ballymena on Tuesday.An 81st-minute Charlie Allen penalty gave the Irish hope after the sending-off of Arsenii Batahov but the runaway Group F leaders held on.Ukraine had taken a firm grip on the game with a deflected strike from Nazar V...Full Story »

Ebbsfleet remain without a win in the National League this season after a goalless draw at home to Aldershot.Despite six defeats in seven games, the Fleet made a bright start and Rakish Bingham forced visiting goalkeeper Marcus Dewhurst into a save, with Toby Edser firing the rebound over.Dewhurst also saved well from a Jim Kellerman free-kick with Ebbsfleet stopper Mark Cousins tipping Oliver S...Full Story »

Substitute Rhys Browne marked his debut with a stoppage-time winner as Barnet snatched a 2-1 Vanarama National League victory over Altrincham at The Hive.The summer signing nodded in to preserve the Bees’ 100 per cent home record this season after Harry Chapman had cancelled out Justin Amaluzor’s opener for the visitors.Altrincham went ahead in the 14th minute when Amaluzor slotted i...Full Story »

Oldham held on for a 1-1 draw in their Vanarama National League clash at Halifax after the late sending off of substitute Otis Khan.Khan was dismissed after collecting two bookings in quick succession leaving Latics, who had led through Mark Kitching earlier in the game, to negotiate the closing nine minutes with 10 men.Kitching opened the scoring two minutes into the second half after former Ha...Full Story »

Dagenham claimed their first win since the opening day of the Vanarama National League season as they beat Sutton 3-0 at Victoria Road.The home side took the lead in the 15th minute when Josh Rees tapped in after Trent Rendall squared the ball to him having beaten the offside trap.Antigua and Barbuda international Dion Pereira added a second four minutes after the break from the penalty spot fol...Full Story »

Hartlepool came from behind to end a four-game winless run in the National League by beating Boston 2-1 at the Jakemans Community Stadium.Second-half goals from half-time substitute Anthony Mancini and Emmanuel Dieseruvwe helped Pools return to winning ways after Jacob Hazel had fired Boston into an early lead.Hazel beat the offside trap in the fourth minute for his fourth goal in as many games ...Full Story »

England captain Harry Kane celebrated his 100th cap with a clinical brace as Lee Carsley’s interim reign continued with a comfortable Nations League win against Finland.All eyes were on the man in the golden boots at Wembley, where the 31-year-old was presented with a golden cap before kick-off having become just the 10th man to reach a century of appearances for the national team.Kane fol...Full Story »

Fotis Ioannidis and Christos Tzolis extended the Republic of Ireland’s Nations League misery as Greece emerged from their trip to Dublin with a 2-0 victory.Ioannidis’ accomplished 50th-minute finish was matched by Tzolis three minutes from time to leave Ireland pointless in League B2 after two fixtures under new head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson.It proved to be a familiar story for the ...Full Story »

Forest Green continued their strong start to the season with a comfortable 3-0 win over Fylde in the National League.A first-half effort from Charlie McCann put Rovers on course for their fourth successive victory before late goals from Jamie Robson and substitute Harvey Bunker sealed it.McCann opened the scoring 10 minutes before the interval when he fired in a free-kick from 25 yards and Kyle ...Full Story »

York continued their strong start to the Vanarama National League season by coming from behind to beat Braintree 2-1.Following three consecutive 0-0 draws, Colchester loanee Frankie Terry ended the visitors’ goal drought by heading home inside four minutes.But the Minstermen were not behind for long as Ricky Aguiar volleyed home an 18th-minute equaliser.Ashley Nathaniel-George completed th...Full Story »

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THE whirlwind romance between England footballer Trent Alexander- Arnold and model Iris Law has hit the buffers. Their eyes met over a pair of bootlegs on a photoshoot with Guess Jeans only five months ago. But Iris' pals tell me the couple have decided to call time on their relationship. They said: "Trent and Iris had a really fun summer together and it was going great. "But life is about...Full Story »

JACK GREALISH'S girlfriend Sasha Attwood showed off her huge baby bump and shared a message to the England star after he scored against Ireland. The loved-up couple announced their pregnancy in July in a heartwarming social media post. Now Sasha has showed off her big bump as she tried on different comfy outfits as a guide for fellow mums-to-be. She has been ever-present on social media thr...Full Story »

There is a spot in the pantheon of football greats for Lothar Herbert Matthaus. The Die Mannschaft record appearance holder is a German World Cup lifting captain, a Ballon D'or winner and two-time Bundesliga Player of the Year, and was once described by Argentina football icon Maradona as his fiercest opponent. Matthaus' career spanned four decades, and the ex-Inter Milan man essentially won...Full Story »

Sport says Barcelona has a buy-back clause of €9m in Mingueza's deal. And after his superb form for Celta in 2024, Barca are now considering triggering the option in January. Barcelona also has a resale clause of 50 per cent. The 25-year-old's current contract with Celta Vigo runs until 2026 and includes a €20m buyout clause.Full Story »

The 28-year-old has been available since leaving Manchester United in July. Flamengo have rejected the chance to sign former Man Utd forward Anthony Martial He is yet to find a new club despite receiving plenty of interest. Flamengo identified Martial as a target last week after star man Pedro suffered a serious knee injury. But despite initiating talks, the Brazilian side rejected the oppor...Full Story »

Manchester United have identified Crystal Palace winger Eberechi Eze as a potential target for next summer, according to the Manchester Evening News. The 26-year-old reportedly has a release clause of £68 million that come into effect at the end of the season. United boss Erik ten Hag is keen to add more quality to his winger stocks following Jadon Sancho's loan exit to Chelsea and Marcus...Full Story »

Barca waiting on De Jong & Araujo decisions Barcelona are plotting summer moves for Joshua Kimmich and Jonathan Tah if they cannot convince Frenkie de Jong and Ronald Araujo to stay. The Barca pair are contracted to Barca until 2026 but they could be sold next year if they do not accept the extension offers they have been offered. Pioli to take over as Ronaldo's Al-Nassr coach Stefan...Full Story »

Craig Bellamy expressed pride over Wales’ win in Montenegro after facing what he said were the toughest conditions in his career.Torrential rain in Niksic saw the City Stadium pitch cut up from the early stages, with players regularly losing their footing and the ball skidding everywhere on the sodden surface.There was no let-up from the elements throughout a full-blooded 90 minutes which ...Full Story »

Ben Futcher lauded England Under-21s’ “ruthless” second-half performance after they rallied to beat Austria 4-1 in a friendly at Kenilworth Road.Morgan Rogers’ first-half penalty was cancelled out by Thierno Ballo as the teams went into the interval level. But Rogers’ second and goals from James McAtee and Tom Fellows after the break saw Futcher get his first win as...Full Story »

Morgan Rogers netted a brace as England Under-21s earned a 4-1 victory over Austria at Kenilworth Road in a friendly.Ben Futcher claimed his first victory as interim coach in a match where Rogers opened the scoring from the spot.Austria’s Thierno Ballo equalised for the visitors but second-half goals from Rogers, James McAtee and Tom Fellows put England in good stead to continue their 2025...Full Story »

Wales claimed their first win under Craig Bellamy with a 2-1 Nations League success over Montenegro on a rain-lashed night in Niksic.Kieffer Moore and Harry Wilson gave Wales a dream start with a quickfire double inside three minutes.Moore’s opener was timed at 37 seconds – Wales’ fastest goal since 2003 – and ended their longest scoreless streak of four games since Septe...Full Story »

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Whether it is influencers or footballers, Ireland's squad has several beauties who will be in Dublin for Saturday night's game. Hallgrimsson has got one over on England before as he was in charge of Iceland when they dumped the Three Lions out of Euro 2016. SunSport take a look at the Irish players' partners that could be adopting that iconic thunderclap should they beat Lee Carsley's men in...Full Story »

Manchester United trumped Real Madrid to the signing of the Lille defender over the summer. Yoro is currently recovering from foot surgery and isn't expected to be available to United until November. Meanwhile, Real insiders have told Marca that the final decision from the teenager came down to money. Real offered a deal worth £2.5m-a-year to the 18 year-old and were convinced of an ag...Full Story »

Guardiola largely kept his powder dry in the summer, despite Julian Alvarez' joining Atletico Madrid in an £81.5m deal. Pep Guardiola is set to be handed a £100million transfer war chest by Manchester CityGermany playmaker Florian Wirtz is top of the champions' January wishlistCity are also keen on a move for Bayern Munich's Jamal Musiala Spaniard Pep ran the rule over a handful of o...Full Story »

LIONEL MESSI'S wife Antonela Roccuzzo took social media by storm as she kicked off a new season as a "soccer mom". Antonela, 36, took her son Thiago for training and posted a series of selfies with her child on Instagram. Messi's childhood sweetheart took a seat by the touchline and was joined by an unexpected visitor while watching her son in action. And that was none other than a cute liz...Full Story »

ARSENAL ace Jurrien Timber and ex-Manchester United player Wout Weghorst locked horns during training with the Netherlands. The Dutch duo were called up for international duty by manager Ronald Koeman for the Nations League matches against Bosnia and Herzegovina and Germany. Timber, 23, went hard for the ball and appeared to inadvertently step on the foot of Weghorst, 32, who was left visibl...Full Story »

With the Turkish transfer window closing on September 13, Jorginho is a target for Galatasaray. The Gunners are aware of Gala's interest, but are determined not to lose the Italy international. Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta rates Jorginho's impact highly on and off the pitch. Arteta sees the 32 year-old as a key leader inside the Arsenal locker room and will not countenance losing him this week.Full Story »

Arsenal & Spurs linked with a move for Rabiot North London rivals Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur could compete to secure the signature of French midfielder Adrien Rabiot. The France international is currently a free agent after he left Juventus in July. Per TBR, Rabiot's agent has reached out to the two Premier League clubs as the player looks to find a new home for him soon. Ex-Barca sta...Full Story »

Scotland manager Steve Clarke urged his players not to be hard on themselves after suffering another late blow.Half-time substitute Cristiano Ronaldo netted from close range in the 88th minute to earn Portugal a 2-1 victory in Lisbon in group A1 of the UEFA Nations League.It was a familiar feeling for the Scotland players after conceding stoppage-time winners in their previous two matches, again...Full Story »

Cristiano Ronaldo grabbed the winner as Scotland suffered more late misery in their UEFA Nations League encounter against Portugal in Lisbon.Scott McTominay shocked the home fans at the Estadio do SL Benfica when he headed the opener in the seventh minute but the home side eventually made sustained pressure count when Bruno Fernandes netted from 20 yards early in the second half.Scotland came ba...Full Story »

Michael O’Neill admitted the nature of Bulgaria’s winning goal made Northern Ireland’s 1-0 defeat in Plovdiv on Sunday all the more frustrating.On a poor pitch which affected both teams, Northern Ireland had survived an early onslaught in which Ciaron Brown blocked an early shot on the line amid a goalmouth scramble and Radoslav Kirilov hit a post with a fine free-kick.Then, fi...Full Story »

Northern Ireland weathered a first-half storm in Plovdiv only to gift Bulgaria the decisive goal as they fell to a 1-0 Nations League defeat.Michael O’Neill’s side repelled attack after attack in a tough opening 40 minutes before a poor mistake from goalkeeper Bailey Peacock-Farrell allowed Bulgaria captain Kiril Despodov to grab the only goal of the night.Northern Ireland improved c...Full Story »

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Man United are reportedly keeping an eye on the contract situation of Lewis Dunk at Brighton as the Manchester club plans to add an experienced centre-back to their squad next summer. The England international's current deal with the Seagulls expires in 2026, which means next summer would be the ideal time to sell the defender if a new contract cannot be agreed. According to Fichajes, Man U...Full Story »

Manchester City will hope to recover from the possible loss of Pep Guardiola next year by splashing out around £300 million ($394m) on new players. WHAT HAPPENED?There is a growing belief that Guardiola will leave the club when his contract expires at the end of the current season. While the Premier League champions are still eager to commit him to a new contract and have reportedly aske...Full Story »

Erling Haaland is close to agreeing terms with Manchester City over a new contract. The striker's current deal runs to 2027. Marca says talks over a new agreement are now at an advanced stage. However, the new arrangement will include a buyout clause, with Haaland on the radars of LaLiga giants Real Madrid and Barcelona. The new deal will see Haaland become the highest paid in the Premier ...Full Story »

Former Barca star convinced Araujo to stay at the club this summer Uruguayan defender Ronald Araujo was heavily linked with a move away from Barcelona this summer with Bayern Munich emerging as a possible next destination for him, however, he decided to stay back at Camp Nou. Per Mundo Desportivo, Araujo, who is currently sidelined due to an injury, had a word with Uruguay and Barcelona lege...Full Story »

A woman, who was a VIP party planner in Qatar, alleged the former footie star pestered her for bikini snaps. Jermaine Jenas denied fresh claims he pestered a waitress for bikini picturesThe presenter said he felt 'ashamed' of himself in a sit down interview with The Sun Jenas allegedly sent a message asking "you want my boy now" before sending an x-rated photo of himself, as reported by the Ma...Full Story »

The striker played for his national team for the last time on Friday night over 17 years on from making his debut. Luis Suarez broke down in tears after his final match for UruguaySupporters displayed banners in honour of Suarez on his last international appearanceSuarez's Inter Miami team-mate Lionel Messi sent the 37-year-old an emotional video message Suarez was given a fitting send-off by ...Full Story »

The former England striker and his companion were seen chatting while they sat in the front of his £150,000 Range Rover Evoque. Defoe was all smiles as he arrived and began chatting to the mystery womanThe pair met up in the car park of posh golf club Brocket Hall in HertfordshireJermain and the mystery lady initially spoke in the front seat of his Range Rover Then, the pair switched ends...Full Story »

Scotland manager Steve Clarke will look for answers over their disrupted preparations for Sunday’s Nations League clash in Portugal after arriving in Lisbon almost two hours late following a 110-mile road trip.Scotland trained at Lesser Hampden on Saturday morning before flying from Glasgow to Beja Airport, a former military airbase which hosts no commercial flights in between the Portugue...Full Story »

Interim manager Lee Carsley said he respects people’s opinions but was unmoved by the reaction to him not singing the national anthem before leading England to a career-high victory over the Republic of Ireland.Life after Gareth Southgate began in the Nations League second tier at a sold-out Aviva Stadium, where the 50-year-old took charge of his first match since being temporarily promote...Full Story »

Republic of Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson has told his players they “can’t be crying” until they play Greece on Tuesday after being humbled by England in his first game in charge.Ireland’s Nations League B2 campaign got off to a disappointing start in Dublin on Saturday evening when they slipped to a 2-0 defeat in a one-sided encounter.Hallgrimsson admitted afterwards ...Full Story »

Kairo Mitchell and Devante Rodney fired Rochdale to a 2-0 win on an emotional day for hosts Aldershot.After a minute’s silence in memory of former club chaplain the Reverend Mike Pusey, who died last month aged 90, Aldershot started on the attack but James Henry fired over the bar.Mitchell was well denied by home keeper Marcus Dewhurst before opening the scoring when he turned home Tobi Ad...Full Story »

Grimsby manager David Artell branded referee Geoff Eltringham “a disgrace to the profession” after seeing his side lose 2-1 at 10-man Chesterfield.Opposite number Paul Cook also expressed disappointment with the officiating after the Spireites recorded their first home win since returning to the Football League.James Berry and Dilan Markanday scored for the hosts, with Charles Vernam...Full Story »

Declan Rice and Jack Grealish returned to haunt the Republic of Ireland as Lee Carsley’s first match as interim England manager ended in a comfortable Nations League victory in Dublin.Saturday’s sold-out Aviva Stadium clash marked the start of new eras for both teams as Heimir Hallgrimsson led the hosts against a nation beginning life after Gareth Southgate.England impressed in their...Full Story »

Steve Evans felt Rotherham were denied what he felt was “a clear and obvious penalty” in a 1-1 draw at Charlton which continued their 22-month wait for an away win.Liam Kelly struck the Millers’ first away goal in nine league games to put Evans’ side ahead in the 58th minute before Chuks Aneke equalised for the home side 14 minutes later.But Evans insisted his side should...Full Story »

Grant McCann feels there is a lot more to come from his Doncaster side, despite seeing them go top of League Two.Billy Sharp fired in his fourth goal of the season to help Rovers to a 1-0 win over previous leaders Gillingham.But McCann admits he is still looking for a more complete performance from his team.“I think if we’d have shown a wee bit more composure and a wee bit more calmn...Full Story »

Barnsley head coach Darrell Clarke hopes his side take confidence from their 2-1 victory over Bristol Rovers.Davis Keillor-Dunn marked his Reds debut with a goal. Adam Phillips also scored for the hosts, with Rovers’ goal scored by Ruel Sotiriou.Clarke said: “With chucking away a couple of points against Northampton in our last home league game, it was important that we got back to w...Full Story »

Stephen Clemence defended his decision not to name a goalkeeper on the bench after Barrow suffered stoppage-time heartbreak in an incident-packed 1-1 draw with Swindon at Holker Street.Right-back Rory Feely looked on course to keep a clean sheet after Paul Farman’s 42nd-minute sending off for handling Gavin Kilkenny’s long-range shot after giving the ball away outside his area.In the...Full Story »