Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca could be sacked if results do not improve in January, according to Sky Sports. The Italian is under pressure after overseeing a dismal run of form which has seen the Blues win just one of their last seven Premier League games - a victory over Everton in which he described the build up to the match as his “worst 48 hours” at the club...Full Story »

Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi is wanted by several sides which now includes Spanish giants Real Madrid...Full Story »

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has told Lionel Messi he should “never retire” as the Argentina star continues to weigh up whether to compete at the 2026 World Cup. The Inter Miami forward remains undecided over whether he will turn up in North America next summer, but he has now been told he can be the difference maker for the defending champions...Full Story »

Espanyol have banned Barcelona fans from ‍wearing their team's shirt and stepped up security ahead of ​Saturday's LaLiga Catalan derby at the RCDE Stadium, with tensions running ‌high as Barcelona goalkeeper Joan ‌Garcia prepares to return to his former club...Full Story »

Out-of-favour Chelsea winger Raheem Sterling could be on the move in the January transfer window with Fulham reportedly still interested in securing his services. The Cottagers have previously explored the possibility of signing the England international, who is yet to make an appearance this season after being deemed surplus to requirements by Blues head coach Enzo Maresca...Full Story »

Liverpool midfielder James McConnell is expected to return to Anfield after his loan spell at Ajax is set to be terminated early...Full Story »

City have won nine games on the bounce in all competitions since their defeat to Bayer Leverkusen in late November...Full Story »

Arsenal sent their biggest message yet in the Premier League title race with a 4-0 thumping of Aston Villa at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night...Full Story »

Brighton and Hove Albion have agreed a deal to re-sign midfielder Pascal Gross from Bundesliga giants Borussia Dortmund, according to Fabrizio Romano. The Germany international is reportedly close to sealing a surprise return to the Premier League - just a year after he decided to end his seven-year stay with the Seagulls by returning to his homeland...Full Story »

South Africa discovered their opponents following the last round of group stage matches on Wednesday. The 1996 African champions will battle it out with the Indomitable Lions this weekend, with a spot in the quarter-finals at stake...Full Story »

Neymar has ended speculation about his future by signing a one-year contract extension with Santos, according to Brazilian outlet Globo...Full Story »

[(Brentford F.C.) Strength]: 1. Brentford F.C.'s form has improved significantly, and they will undoubtedly aim to maintain their strong momentum in this home match, showing plenty of motivation.2. Kevin Schade has scored a hat-trick in the last match to grab a win for Brentford F.C., showing outstanding performance.3. Brentford F.C. hammered AFC Bournemouth 4-1 in the last home match, making i...Full Story »

[(Derby County F.C.) Strength]: 1. Derby County F.C. currently sit 14th in the league with 32 points, free from relegation concerns. They are 6 points behind the top six promotion zone, and with only the first half of the season completed, they still have a chance to compete for a top-six spot. The team remain highly motivated.2. Although the starting center-forward is injured, Derby County F.C...Full Story »

[(Sunderland A.F.C.) Strength]: 1. Sunderland A.F.C. have performed very well in the league recently. After drawing against Leeds United in the previous league match, they have only suffered one defeat in the last 6 league matches.2. As the newly-promoted side, Sunderland A.F.C. have been strong in home league matches, keeping unbeaten at home so far in the league.3. Sunderland A.F.C. have mana...Full Story »

[(Queens Park Rangers) Strength]: 1. After 24 rounds of matches, Queens Park Rangers currently sit 9th in the EFL Championship standings, placing them in the upper-middle tier of the league and not far from the promotion play-offs zone. Facing Norwich City, who are deep in the relegation zone, the team will undoubtedly be aiming for a home victory to further solidify and improve their position....Full Story »

[(Charlton Athletic) Strength]: 1. Charlton Athletic currently sit 20th in the league with 27 points, just 5 points above the relegation zone. Facing league leaders Coventry City at home, the team will need to fight for a draw to distance themselves from the drop zone.2. Charlton Athletic defenders Joshua Edwards and forward Matt Godden are out with long-term injuries, but the team's core start...Full Story »

[(Liverpool F.C.) Strength]: 1. German midfielder Florian Wirtz started the previous match and scored a goal in the first half, marking his first goal since joining the club this season. This undoubtedly helped relieve the pressure on him and will significantly boost his confidence for the upcoming games.2. Due to Mohamed Salah's participation in the Africa Cup of Nations and Alexander Isak's i...Full Story »

[(Blackburn Rovers F.C.) Strength]: 1. Blackburn Rovers F.C. currently sit 19th in the league with 27 points. Although they hold a 5-point cushion above the relegation zone, they still need to widen the gap to secure their position. The team is highly motivated to compete.2. Blackburn Rovers F.C. have remained unbeaten in their last two matches against teams ranked in the top 5 of the league. T...Full Story »

[(Sudan) Strength]: 1. Muhamed Alnour Abouja delivered an outstanding performance in the match against Equatorial Guinea and will continue to start as the first-choice goalkeeper.2. Salaheldin Alhassan is set to return for this match after missing the previous game due to suspension.3. Sudan have won their only one encounter, being at a mental advantage...Full Story »

[(Gabon) Neutral]: 1. Although Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored in the match against Mozambique, he was unable to help his team secure a draw. However, he hopes to deliver a strong performance in what could potentially be his final Africa Cup of Nations appearance.2. Denis Bouanga, despite his impressive performances in the World Cup qualifiers, has yet to score a goal or provide an assist in t...Full Story »

A former England star has become estranged from his daughter after disapproving of her career as a risqué adult content creator on a subscription platform...Full Story »

Coleen and Wayne Rooney have traded Britain's cold weather for a sun-soaked New Year’s getaway in Barbados – and it seems their son Kai is the center of attention...Full Story »

Christian Pulisic’s girlfriend is a stunning professional golfer whom he met after “sliding into her DMs.”...Full Story »

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Juventus are reportedly determined to sign Liverpool's Federico Chiesa on loan in the January transfer window...Full Story »

Leicester City star Issahaku Fatawu is on the radar of Bournemouth ahead of the January transfer window...Full Story »

Thomas Frank said he expects Brennan Johnson to feature in Tottenham's New Year's Day trip to Brentford despite reports a deal has been agreed to sell the Wales forward to Crystal Palace...Full Story »

Former USMNT defender Alexi Lalas said he expects Juventus midfielder Weston McKennie to be part of Mauricio Pochettino’s squad for the 2026 World Cup. Speaking on his podcast, Lalas downplayed concerns about McKennie’s place in the team, acknowledging some challenges but saying his positives generally outweigh any negatives as preparations continue for the home tournament...Full Story »

Ruben Neves has been linked with Manchester United in recent weeks as the club plan to steal him away from Al-Hilal...Full Story »

Real Madrid have identified Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi as a primary target, according to reports from Spain. The La Liga champions have initiated contact with the English center-back's camp regarding a potential free transfer next summer, when his contract expires. While Guehi is also attracting interest from Liverpool, Barcelona, and Bayern Munich, it is suggested he would favor a move...Full Story »

Manchester City are closing in on the signing of Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo in what looks to be a done deal...Full Story »

Marc-Andre ter Stegen is edging towards a Barcelona exit as fellow La Liga side Girona have revealed a public interest in signing Germany goalkeeper. Ter Stegen, who has been a pillar of the Barca defence for over a decade, has found himself in an unfamiliar position this season following the ascent of summer signing Joan Garcia and his own struggles with fitness...Full Story »

Tottenham are eyeing an ambitious move for €100 million-rated Bundesliga winger Yan Diomande as fan favourite Brennan Johnson is set to exit the club in the January transfer window. Johnson, who scored Spurs' historic winning goal against Manchester United in the Europa League final last season, has fallen out of favour under Thomas Frank and is now likely to leave the north London outfit...Full Story »

Manchester City have set a low price tag for Nathan Ake, though the Dutch defender has rejected a chance to join Premier League strugglers West Ham United. Ake has experienced limited game time at Etihad Stadium in 2025-26 as he has fallen down the pecking order in Pep Guardiola's backline. The Netherlands international has started in just five matches, with the majority of his minutes coming i...Full Story »

Juventus star Kenan Yildiz is being linked with a move to the Premier League ahead of the January window...Full Story »

Marc Guehi has become a 'top target' for Real Madrid as the La Liga giants make contact with the Crystal Palace captain. The Palace centre-back will run down his contract until the summer of 2026. The England international has already informed the Premier League side that he will not sign an extension, effectively guaranteeing a summer exit and triggering a battle among Europe's elite...Full Story »

Borussia Dortmund are leading the race for Bobb who faces an uncertain future at the Etihad Stadium despite being under contract till 2029 due to the incoming arrival of Semenyo next month...Full Story »

With the LaLiga set to resume, Xabi is under huge pressure after a disappointing first six months in charge at Real...Full Story »

Enzo Maresca was conspicuous by his absence from Chelsea's post-match press conference after Tuesday's 2-2 Premier League draw against Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge. Assistant manager Willy Caballero took over media duties after the game against Andoni Iraola's side and explained why Maresca was not available while also reflecting on another disappointing result for the Blues...Full Story »

Chelsea's disappointing recent run of results continued on Tuesday as they were held to a 2-2 draw by Bournemouth in the Premier League. All four goals came during a madcap opening half-hour, with Cole Palmer and Enzo Fernandez on target for the Blues as they were made to pay for their failure to deal with the Cherries' long throws...Full Story »

Nottingham Forest and England midfielder Elliot Anderson is top of the list of players Manchester United would like to sign in January as they look set to lose out to Manchester City in the race to sign Antoine Semenyo. Anderson is one of eight holding midfielders United are interested in due amid the uncertainty around Kobbie Mainoo and Manuel Ugarte's struggles...Full Story »

Ruben Amorim admitted that Manchester United played with a different kind of energy during their dreadful 1-1 draw at home to Wolves. The visitors arrived at Old Trafford having lost their last 12 matches and without picking up a point since early October but they were well worth the point they left with and would have taken all three had it not been for a great save by Senne Lammens...Full Story »

Fulham have seen an initial $33 million (£26 million) bid for United States international striker Ricardo Pepi rejected by PSV Eindhoven, according to The Athletic. The Premier League club is expected to return with an improved offer as it looks to bolster its attack during the January transfer window, though competition remains for the 22-year-old’s signature...Full Story »

Gabriel Magalhaes breathed fresh life into Arsenal's Premier League title challenge by opening the scoring in an emphatic win over Aston Villa on Tuesday. The defender's goal at the start of the second half sparked the Gunners into life, with Martin Zubimendi, Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Jesus also on target to hand Unai Emery's side a first defeat since November 1st...Full Story »

Manchester United became just the third team to fail to beat Wolves this season as they could only draw 1-1 at home to one of the worst teams in Premier League history. Ruben Amorim paid the price for an ill-advised return to a back three, stripping his team of all the excitement and unpredictability which had helped them beat Newcastle in their previous game...Full Story »

Cristiano Ronaldo and Joao Felix were on target for Al-Nassr but ex-Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum stole the limelight with an incredible brace as Al-Ettifaq held Al-Nassr to a thrilling 2-2 draw to ended their 10-game winning streak in the Saudi Pro League. Ronaldo took his career goals tally to 957 with an unusual effort as Felix's shot deflected off his back and went in...Full Story »

Former Real Madrid star James Rodriguez is reportedly close to agreeing a move to MLS outfit the Columbus Crew as he aims to remain in shape ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The Colombian midfielder has left Leon in Liga MX and while he initially planned to remain in Mexico, he now looks set to move to the United States instead...Full Story »

[(Equatorial Guinea) Strength]: 1. Equatorial Guinea suffered two consecutive defeats in the group stage and have already been eliminated from the next round. However, in this match, Equatorial Guinea will still strive to earn points to be eliminated with dignity, and the team's fighting spirit is strong.2. Marvin Anieboh's performance was impressive. He scored a goal in the first round of the ...Full Story »

[(West Ham United F.C.) Weakness]: 1. West Ham United F.C.'s last Premier League victory dates back to November when they defeated Burnley. Since then, they have secured only 3 points. Currently, after 18 matches, they sit 18th in the league standings with 13 points.2. West Ham United F.C. have no new injuries from their previous match, though several first-team players remain unavailable. This...Full Story »

[(Nottingham Forest F.C.) Strength]: 1. Nottingham Forest F.C. currently sit 17th in the league standings with 18 points after 18 rounds. In this match, they will host Everton F.C., who are close to them in the standings, at the City Ground. The team urgently need a victory to boost morale, and the whole team are determined to give their all, with defending their home ground as the primary obje...Full Story »

[(Botswana) Strength]: 1. Most of Botswana's players come from the domestic league, with a significant number from Jwaneng Galaxy. 7 players in the squad play for this team, contributing to relatively good coordination...Full Story »

[(Manchester United F.C.) Strength]: 1. Manchester United F.C. currently sit 6th in the Premier League table. As they host Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C., who have been in poor form recently, Manchester United F.C. are determined to secure all three points, showcasing their strong fighting spirit.2. Patrick Dorgu has performed well in the last match and scored the only goal in a win over Newcastl...Full Story »

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According to talkSPORT, Bournemouth and Manchester City have held positive talks regarding the payment structure for Antoine Semenyo’s £65 million ($87.5m) transfer fee, and the Cherries are now preparing to sell their star player within the next 48 hours. Semenyo is, however, expected to travel with the Bournemouth squad to Stamford Bridge for their Premier League match against Chel...Full Story »

Barcelona are eyeing a move for Juventus star Dusan Vlahovic on a free transfer as the Catalan giants see the striker as a potential replacement for Robert Lewandowski. The veteran Polish forward, who will soon enter the final six months of his current contract, has yet to decide on his future at Barcelona and has not penned a fresh extension yet...Full Story »

Manager Ruben Amorim has stressed Manchester United will not make any new signings in January unless there is “common ground” between himself and director of football Jason Wilcox over which players will improve the squad. The Red Devils continue to be linked with a host of names - including several midfielders - ahead of the winter transfer window opening on New Year's Day...Full Story »

Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Arsenal are "actively looking" to make signings in the January transfer window as they continue to struggle with injuries. The Gunners spent £267 million ($360m) on players this summer, but they may dip back into the market next month as Ben White, Kai Havertz, Riccardo Calafiori, and more, are all currently sidelined...Full Story »

Napoli want Real Madrid midfielder Franco Mastantuono on loan, but he won't be allowed to move this month, while Fulham are interested in signing USMNT and PSV Eindhoven striker Ricardo Pepi. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe...Full Story »

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has revealed the key behind the Cityzens' revival as he sent out a Premier League title race warning to Arsenal. The Gunners were momentarily replaced at the summit following City’s late victory over Nottingham Forest last Saturday, before the north Londoners reclaimed top spot following their win over Brighton later in the day...Full Story »

Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard made a transfer admission as he regretted that the Merseyside club did not sign ‘animal’ Declan Rice in 2023. Rice moved to Arsenal from West Ham in the summer of 2023 for a record fee of £105 million as the Gunners beat the likes of Manchester and Liverpool in the transfer race. In the last two-and-a-half years, Rice has massively risen in statu...Full Story »

Liverpool are all set to terminate young starlet James McConnell’s loan with Ajax as Championship clubs circle ahead of the January transfer window. The Liverpool academy graduate made his senior debut in 2024 and left for Dutch giants Ajax on a season-long loan after penning a five-year deal with his boyhood club in the summer...Full Story »

The enduring bond between Lionel Messi and former teammate Luis Suarez was on full display once again, as the Argentine star made a special trip to Uruguay to attend the 15th birthday celebration of Suarez’s daughter, Delfina...Full Story »

Bournemouth are expected to sell star winger Antoine Semenyo to Manchester City ‘in the next 48 hours’ as the Cherries identify forgotten Tottenham winger as a replacement for the Ghana international. Several top English clubs like Liverpool, Tottenham, Manchester United and Chelsea were keen on signing Semenyo, however, it is City who look set to win this transfer race for the 25-y...Full Story »

Jack Grealish’s partner, Sasha Attwood, has emerged as the most frequent traveler among football partners this year, embarking on ten luxury trips...Full Story »

Florian Wirtz has been likened to a Liverpool legend after finally scoring his first goal for the club in Saturday’s 2-1 Premier League victory over winless Wolverhampton Wanderers. The Germany star has been praised for ending his long wait to break his duck, while team-mate Federico Chiesa has been defended following a quiet performance at Anfield...Full Story »

Manchester United loanee Marcus Rashford has opened up on his transfer plans as he aims to stay at Barcelona...Full Story »

Former Premier League footballer Andros Townsend struck a romantic bullseye when he began dating a darts walk-on girl and television contestant...Full Story »

Liverpool are reportedly set to cut short James McConnell’s loan spell at Ajax, with several Championship clubs circling ahead of the January transfer window...Full Story »

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has explained the key factors behind his side’s resurgence this season while issuing a warning to title rivals Arsenal in the Premier League race...Full Story »

Eredivisie giants Ajax have reportedly set their targets for the upcoming January transfer window, with talks supposedly already underway with Burnley over left-back Quilindschy Hartman...Full Story »

Despite an impressive performance in what was an important 1-0 victory against Newcastle United over the weekend, Ugarte is high on United’s transfer list as they seek to offload the Uruguyan...Full Story »

Former Liverpool defender Stephen Warnock has urged the club to make a move for Arsenal's Jurrien Timber...Full Story »

Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson's future is up in the air as his agent Ali Barat gives an update on where he may end up...Full Story »

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has revealed that he believes the club must add reinforcements in the January transfer window...Full Story »

Chelsea are determined to end the year well ‍after dropping points in their last two Premier League matches, manager Enzo Maresca ​said ahead of the home game against Bournemouth on Tuesday...Full Story »

Arsenal's last-gasp loss at Aston Villa this month was a major stumble in their bid to win the Premier League title, but manager Mikel Arteta hopes re-watching the game may motivate his players when they face them ​again on Tuesday...Full Story »

Caen have taken a bold step by appointing former Arsenal and Manchester City defender Gael Clichy as their new head coach...Full Story »

[(Arsenal F.C.) Strength]: 1. Arsenal F.C.'s key winger Saka provided an assist in the last league match, marking his first direct goal contribution in his last six appearances and signaling a positive upturn in his attacking form.2. Arsenal F.C.'s defender Gabriel, who suffered an injury during the November international break and subsequently missed ten club matches, made his return as a subs...Full Story »

[(Uganda) Strength]: 1. This match is a do-or-die struggle for Uganda. Having collected only a single point in the group stage, the team have been pushed to the brink; with no room for error, they must go all out to secure a victory against their final opponents to keep their qualification hopes alive. Their motivation is beyond question.2. Uganda scored in two group games against both Tunisia ...Full Story »