Manchester United will not make a bid to sign Karim Benzema from Al-Ittihad in the January transfer window, according to a report. WHAT HAPPENED?The Red Devils emerged as a possible destination for the French striker as they look to address their goalscoring problems. However, the club have decided that they will not pursue the ex-Real Madrid star this month because of his age and his wage de...Full Story »

The future of Jordan Henderson has grabbed a lot of attention over recent days as the England star looks for a route back to Europe. The former Liverpool captain left Anfield last summer to move to the Middle East and it is believed that the 33-year-old is unhappy in Saudi Arabia and already wants to return to Europe. Sources have told CaughtOffside that Al-Ettifaq have no intention of lett...Full Story »

Lionel Messi has once again been crowned 'The Best' in soccer after being announced as the winner of the FIFA best men's player award at The Best FIFA Football Awards held in London on Monday. Messi won the trophy after clinching the Ligue 1 title with PSG and the Leagues Cup with Inter Miami. But it was certainly an unexpected award for the 36-year-old, who was not present to collect it, as ...Full Story »

Man Utd on alert as De Ligt could leave Bayern in the summer Bayern Munich's star defender Matthijs de Ligt could leave the club next summer despite having a contract until 2027, according to Florian Plettenberg. While it is unlikely that the player would move out in the January transfer window, he could consider leaving the club in the summer. Red Devils may consider signing him if Erik ten...Full Story »

Derby head coach Paul Warne reckoned his team cost him “three weeks off his life” after it took a stoppage-time winner to beat Burton.Warne saw his players throw away a two-goal lead, only for skipper Conor Hourihane to score deep into added time.Derby looked to be cruising to victory when Tom Barkhuizen scored at the back post in the 29th minute and James Collins headed a second fou...Full Story »

Conor Hourihane’s stoppage-time strike earned Derby a dramatic 3-2 victory over Burton at Pride Park.Derby had thrown away a two-goal lead, with on-loan Manchester United striker Joe Hugill scoring the equaliser on his Burton debut, but were rescued by Hourihane’s late goal.Derby dominated possession and were twice denied by Burton goalkeeper Max Crocombe in the 22nd minute.He saved ...Full Story »

Algeria endured more Africa Cup of Nations frustration as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Angola in their opening match in Bouake.Baghdad Bounedjah gave the Algerians the lead, but a second-half equaliser from Mabululu, who converted the rebound after his penalty hit the bar, salvaged a point for Angola in the Group D clash.The Algerians are looking to avoid a similar fate to 2022 when they ente...Full Story »

Cameroon were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by resolute 10-man Guinea in their Africa Cup of Nations opener in Yamoussoukro.Mohamed Bayo had given Guinea a shock early lead before captain Francois Kamano was sent off in first-half stoppage time following a VAR review for standing on Frank Magri’s foot.Magri’s header levelled things up six minutes into the second half, but Cameroon c...Full Story »

Lamine Camara’s double helped Senegal get their Africa Cup of Nations title defence off to a winning start as they recorded a comprehensive 3-0 victory over 10-man Gambia.Pape Gueye put the 2021 champions ahead just four minutes in, while Gambia were reduced to 10 men when Cardiff midfielder Ebou Adams was sent off on the stroke of half-time.Camara doubled their lead – seven minutes ...Full Story »

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LISANDRO MARTINEZ'S girlfriend dazzled in a stunning outfit for Carnival in Argentina. Muri Lopez left little to the imagination in an extravagant outfit. She wore a glittery gold one-piece that barely covered up her modesty, along with a gold-plated necklace and armbands. Muri also wore feathers and an elaborate headpiece, with the outfit showing off her toned abs. Fans went wild for the ...Full Story »

ALISHA LEHMANN was hailed the "GOAT" by awestruck fans after going braless in a saucy Instagram picture. The Aston Villa star left little to the imagination as she stunned in a leather jacket. Lehmann gazed seductively into the camera as she held the unzipped coat up with both hands. And she risked a ban from social media after appearing to go braless underneath. Lehmann completed her look...Full Story »

MODEL Lauryn Goodman vowed to torpedo Kyle Walker's marriage just weeks before falling pregnant with the England star's second love child. She texted a pal: "Ready to finish them" — then added laughing and heart emojis. Another message read: "Ask him if he wants to go with me again? I'm down for baby number 2 [five laughing emojis]." The texts were sent from the 32-year-old influencer...Full Story »

The Blues have been strongly linked with the 16-year-old and could sign him in a deal worth up to £65million. Chelsea are reportedly ready to trigger Estevao Willian's £52million release clause Estevao, who has been nicknamed Messinho, has also drawn interest from Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona. According to Sport, though, Chelsea have now flown an executive to Sao Paulo to trigg...Full Story »

According to the report from The Mirror, the club are preparing for the exit of their backup keeper, Caoimhin Kelleher, who has been attracting interest from other clubs since the summer. Brentford were keen on signing him back in the summer and the report claims that he is a long-term target for Celtic as well, who are managed by former Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers. Planning ahead of a p...Full Story »

According to Javier Parra Pena, United are exploring a six-month loan deal for Benzema, after a middling spell in Saudi Arabia. Benzema has netted 15 goals in 24 appearances for Saudi Pro League side Al Ittihad since calling time on his career at Real Madrid. And recent reports claim the player is set to move back to Europe, with United keeping tabs on the situation in January. Benzema was ...Full Story »

We revealed this week that the North London club had tabled a £22million bid to Getafe for the striker. Getafe's Borja Mayoral has spoken for the first time about Arsenal's interest in him The 26-year-old has been in red-hot form this term with only Real Madrid's England superstar Jude Bellingham scoring more LaLiga goals than him. Mayoral has found the net 12 times in the top-flight and...Full Story »

Alonso and his two star players are being linked with a move Thomas Tuchel's reigning champions have won the Bundesliga in each of the last 11 seasons. However, Bayern had to rely on Borussia Dortmund dropping points on the final day of the 2022/23 campaign to snatch the title and trail Leverkusen this term. Xabi Alonso, who regally patrolled the base of midfield for three years during Bayern'...Full Story »

Manchester United are willing to negotiate a deal for Joao Neves at the end of the season. The Benfica midfielder is a priority target for United in 2024. And while they'd like to sign Neves immediately, United are prepared to wait until the summer, says the Mirror. Neves' deal with Benfica carries a buyout clause set at £103m. Benfica coach Roger Schmidt recently said: "We are halfwa...Full Story »

The France skipper is out of contract in the summer, and as things stand, is set to walk away from Paris Saint-Germain for free at the end of the season. Mbappe can sign a pre-contract deal this month with a club outside France, and there has been plenty of speculation linking the 25-year-old to Real Madrid and Liverpool. Of course, while Mbappe's move wouldn't include a transfer fee, it wil...Full Story »

With star centre-back Virgil van Dijk turning 33 in July, the Reds are looking for a long-term successor at the back for the Dutchman. Liverpool are chasing Lille's teenage defensive star Leny Yoro Jurgen Klopp has been linked with a number of targets over recent months. Now a fresh report has thrown another name into the mix - Leny Yoro. The star is only 18-years-old but already impressing ...Full Story »

Henderson won't leave Saudi Arabia in January Former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson is unlikely to leave Saudi Arabia in the January transfer window as Al-Ettifaq are unwilling to let him leave before the ongoing season ends, according to the Daily Mail. The England international has drawn interest from Ajax and Juventus but the Saudi club will not allow him to return to Europe this mont...Full Story »

Garry Rodrigues scored a stoppage-time winner as Cape Verde beat Chris Hughton’s four-time winners Ghana 2-1 to go top of Group B in the Africa Cup of Nations.Rodrigues took advantage of a mix-up in the Ghana defence to tap the ball into an empty net and give his side a deserved victory in Abidjan.Jamiro Monteiro had put the islanders ahead in the 17th minute and Ghana had a goal ruled out...Full Story »

Vinicius Junior’s first-half treble helped Real Madrid storm to Spanish Super Cup glory following a comprehensive 4-1 victory over 10-man Barcelona in the Riyadh final.The Brazilian twice exploited Barcelona’s lackadaisical high line to put Real 2-0 up within the first 10 minutes before Robert Lewandowski halved the deficit just after the half hour mark.But Vinicius completed his hat...Full Story »

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag wants to see Rasmus Hojlund and Marcus Rashford kick on after both strikers scored in Sunday’s 2-2 draw with Tottenham at Old Trafford.As Sir Jim Ratcliffe attended his first game since agreeing a partial takeover of the club, United were twice pegged back by goals from Richarlison and Rodrigo Bentancur in a frustrating afternoon for Ten Hag, with Scott ...Full Story »

Tottenham twice pegged back Manchester United to deny Erik ten Hag’s men victory as Sir Jim Ratcliffe attended his first match since agreeing a partial takeover of the club.The billionaire’s agreement to buy a 25 per cent stake and take control of football operations has brought some hope to a club that has fallen off the top of the English game under owners the Glazers.But it is a l...Full Story »

Aston Villa head coach Unai Emery admits their goalless draw at Everton was a disappointment as they seek to keep pace with the top-flight’s big hitters.Villa had a chance to move level on points with leaders Liverpool with a win but Emery’s first Premier League 0-0 in his 97th match kept them in third, behind Manchester City on goal difference.As a result it was viewed as a missed o...Full Story »

Goalkeepers Jordan Pickford and Emiliano Martinez contributed significantly to Aston Villa head coach Unai Emery’s first goalless draw in 97 Premier League matches.The point meant Villa could not leapfrog Manchester City to go level on points with leaders Liverpool and while it did little for Everton, who are only one ahead of 18th-placed Luton – who have a match in hand – it d...Full Story »

Nigeria were held to a 1-1 draw by Equatorial Guinea in their Africa Cup of Nations Group A opening encounter in Abidjan.Three-time AFCON champions Nigeria threatened early, but it was Equatorial Guinea who took a surprise lead through Iban Salvador in the 36th minute.Napoli striker Victor Osimhen issued a near-instant reply when he headed home Ademola Lookman’s cross less than two minutes...Full Story »

Watford boss Valerien Ismael was as surprised as anyone to see Jake Livermore score both goals in their 2-1 win at QPR.Veteran midfielder Livermore has rarely scored two goals in a season throughout his long career, but he hit two in five minutes to pile more misery on Rangers.“For Jake it’s not his job to score goals but we are pleased with him, he has a great mentality,” said...Full Story »

Jake Livermore has rarely scored two goals in a season throughout his long career, but he hit two in five minutes to pile more misery on QPR.Former Tottenham, West Brom, Hull and England midfielder Livermore, now 34, struck twice from outside the area to earn Watford a 2-1 win at Loftus Road.Lyndon Dykes pulled one back for Rangers but they could not find an equaliser and remain deep in relegati...Full Story »

Emma Jones is a popular figure on Instagram thanks to her work on BBC Sport Emma Jones asked her followers to "collect their dad" after receiving a lewd sex request from one of her overzealous fans. The BBC Sport starlet has unfortunately grown accustomed to the sexually-charged messages she receives on social media. but credit to Jones, she regularly mocks them for all of the internet to see....Full Story »

The footballer, 33, was this week confirmed to be the dad of Lauryn's six-month-old daughter. Kyle Walker, 33, was this week confirmed to be the dad of Lauryn's six-month-old daughterLauryn Goodman says she fell pregnant with Kyle Walker's second child following secret visits to Manchester The revelation has led to the break-up of his two year marriage to Annie Kilner with whom he shares three...Full Story »

I can reveal the £113million Real Madrid and England midfielder has been swapping messages with stunning R&B singer Rmarni. England superstar Jude Bellingham has been swapping messages with sexy a R&B singer after joining celeb dating app RayaJude has been messaging sexy Rmani after ­liking her Instagram snaps for monthsAn insider said 'Jude thinks Rmani is stunning — she...Full Story »

Let's start our 7M Daily Laugh today.   Newcastle have lost six of their last seven Premier League games     Bernardo Silva is magic     Chelsea beat Fulham 1-0 to win three straight Premier League games for the first time since October 2022     KDB effect!!Newcastle 2-3 Man City     bye bye 10th(8th)Chelsea 1-0 Fulham     ...Full Story »

Liverpool supporters have urged the club's management to grant terminally ill Sven-Goran Eriksson's desire to manage the club. WHAT HAPPENED?The former England manager, who has pancreatic cancer, has said he has "at best" a year to live. Eriksson has also revealed that he has always wanted to manage Liverpool as he's a lifelong Reds fan. As a result of the touching conversation, fans have em...Full Story »

There they all were, sitting next to each other on a couple of benches in their practice attire, all of them smiling. Lionel Messi was sipping on a drink at one end, Luis Suarez next to him, then Sergio Busquets, then Jordi Alba on the other end. It's official: Messi, Busquets, Alba and Suarez are together again, this time in Major League Soccer. Preseason training for Inter Miami officially ...Full Story »

Brentford are eyeing Tottenham fullback Sergio Reguilon. The defender has returned to Spurs after a six month loan with Manchester United. Sky Sports says Bees manager Thomas Frank is keen on Reguilon. Brentford are short at left-back, following the long-term injury to Rico Henry. A new loan for Reguilon could now be raised between the two clubs.Full Story »

Mauricio Pochettino has replied to the recent rumours linking his squad with a move for Brighton's Evan Ferguson. Chelsea moved up to eight in the Premier League standings after a 1-0 win against Fulham at Stamford Bridge on Saturday afternoon. Cole Palmer grabbed the only goal of the game just before the break, drilling home a penalty as he brings his league total to nine so far this season...Full Story »

Austria coach Ralf Rangnick is backing Jadon Sancho for success with Borussia Dortmund. The Manchester United winger has returned on-loan to Dortmund after falling out with manager Erik ten Hag. Former United caretaker manager Rangnick told Sky Deutschland: "He had his best time in Dortmund and, when he was healthy, he always played for me. "However, he wasn't as carefree as in Dortmund. Bu...Full Story »

In the past few days, there appears to have been suggestions that if Kylian Mbappe continues to delay the announcement on where he will be playing next, that Los Blancos will go after Napoli's Victor Osimhen instead. It's been obvious for years that Los Blancos want to sign the French World Cup winner, even going as far as placing a reported €200m offer with Paris Saint-Germain for his ...Full Story »

Pep Guardiola hailed Kevin De Bruyne as a "legend" after the midfielder registered a goal and an assist on his Premier League return to help Manchester City to a dramatic 3-2 win over Newcastle United. De Bruyne came on as a 69th-minute substitute with City 2-1 down at St James' Park before scoring to make it 2-2 and then setting up 20-year-old Oscar Bobb for a 91st-minute winner. It was the...Full Story »

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez disputed that his team's performances are not as good as last season, although he acknowledged Real Madrid are in better form ahead of Sunday's Spanish Supercopa final. Barca won the Supercopa and LaLiga last year but go into this weekend's Clasico showdown in Saudi Arabia seven points behind Madrid, who are unbeaten in 20 matches, in the league table. However,...Full Story »

Man Utd's Alvaro Fernandez set to join Befica on loan According to Fabrizio Romano, Benfica and Manchester United have reached an agreement for fullback Alvaro Fernandez. The defender will join the Portuguese club on loan for the duration of the season, with Benfica having the option of making the transfer permanent in the summer. Fernandez's medical has been scheduled, and United is presentl...Full Story »

Seko Fofana and Jean-Philippe Krasso lifted tournament hosts Ivory Coast to a 2-0 victory over Guinea-Bissau in front of an elated Abidjan crowd to kick off the Africa Cup of Nations.Fofana fired the Elephants in front inside four minutes at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium, punishing their Group A rivals for a lapse at the back, and came inches away from adding another before the break.Krasso doub...Full Story »

Pep Guardiola is relieved to have “special player” Kevin De Bruyne back after he inspired Manchester City to victory at Newcastle on his return to Premier League action.The 32-year-old Belgium international, who had not made a league appearance since August because of injury, endured a disappointing start to his evening on Tyneside when he drilled a free-kick harmlessly into the defe...Full Story »

Ipswich manager Kieran McKenna praised his team’s level of commitment as they ended a five-match winless run by beating Sunderland 2-1.The Tractor Boys trailed to Jack Clarke’s opener after 26 minutes, but Kayden Jackson levelled matters seven minutes later before Conor Chaplin completed the comeback in the 75th minute with a powerful header.Victory sees Ipswich retain second spot in...Full Story »

Ipswich returned to winning ways in the Championship after coming back from a goal down to beat play-off hopefuls Sunderland 2-1 in a pulsating encounter at Portman Road.Jack Clarke opened the scoring for the Black Cats but Kayden Jackson levelled the scores during a frenetic first half.Conor Chaplin then completed the comeback in the 75th minute when he powered a header past Sunderland goalkeep...Full Story »

Kevin De Bruyne came off the bench to inspire Manchester City to a 3-2 comeback victory over Newcastle as Oscar Bobb snatched a late winner.City were trailing 2-1 at St James’ Park when De Bruyne was sent on as a 69th-minute replacement for Bernardo Silva, but he scored within five minutes before setting up fellow substitute Bobb to snatch victory in stoppage time at the end of a thrilling...Full Story »

Portsmouth boss John Mousinho branded his side “awful” after they were thrashed 3-0 at home by Leyton Orient.The shell-shocked south coast outfit conceded all three goals before half-time as their poor recent run extended to one win in six games.Mousinho did not hold back in his post-match assessment and said: “I thought we were awful, to be honest. In the game as a whole we we...Full Story »

Birmingham’s new manager Tony Mowbray admitted he was frustrated despite rescuing a dramatic 2-2 draw against Swansea at St Andrew’s.Substitute Jordan James drilled home from 25 yards in the fifth minute of added time when Blues were struggling to create chances after plenty of opportunities in the first half.Mowbray thought a point was the least the team deserved in his first game i...Full Story »

Matt Bloomfield bemoaned conceding another late goal as Wycombe had to settle for a point in a 1-1 draw at home to Lincoln.Dale Taylor put the hosts ahead in the 29th minute but Ethan Erhahon rifled home an equaliser in the eighth minute of stoppage time to rescue a point.Bloomfield’s side conceded a 90th-minute equaliser against Port Vale just before Christmas and the 39-year-old vowed to...Full Story »

Ryan Lowe was relieved his half-time gamble to make three substitutions paid off after Preston claimed a 2-0 win against Bristol City.North End laboured in the first half but the introduction of attacking trio Emil Riis, Mads Frokjaer-Jensen and Will Keane changed the game.Keane proved to be the matchwinner, scoring twice in the second half to secure Preston a first win since Boxing Day.Lowe adm...Full Story »