SHAKIRA is reportedly set to bare all in a bombshell documentary about her ugly split from former Barcelona footballer Gerard Pique. Once one of the world's most glamorous couples in showbiz, Shakira, 46, and Pique, 36, are perhaps now better known for their bitter post-breakup feud then they were for their relationship. Shakira arrives at Barcelona Airport on Wednesday, November 22 after sett...Full Story »

Emma Hayes praised “80 per cent fit” Sam Kerr after her hat-trick helped Chelsea to a 4-1 Champions League win against Paris FC at Stamford Bridge.Kerr has been easing back to fitness after missing most of the World Cup with injury and has made a modest start to the Women’s Super League season with only two goals so far.But against Paris she ensured her side’s European ca...Full Story »

Chelsea eased to a comfortable 4-1 win against Paris FC as Sam Kerr’s hat-trick helped them to a first Champions League victory of the season.The result had looked in doubt at half-time after the visitors had stunned Emma Hayes’ side with an equaliser from defender Thea Greboval’s header, wiping out the lead given to last year’s semi-finalists when Kerr turned in Lauren J...Full Story »

WELL-travelled Alex Scott is a real globetrotter. The BBC Sport host, 39, often chronicles her travels on Instagram. BBC Sport host Alex Scott loves globetrotting Credit: instagram @alexscott2 And she enjoys a variety of holidays, from relaxing on private yachts to climbing mountains, and snorkelling. Scott was raised by her mum in east London, where she dreamed of going abroad. Her eyes we...Full Story »

The former England captain admitted it was one of his best nights as a Manchester United player. David Beckham has lifted the lid on playing snooker at Ronnie O'Sullivan's house Credit: Getty The Manchester United legend joined O'Sullivan at the premiere of his new documentary Credit: Getty Beckham was speaking at the premiere of O'Sullivan's new film on Tuesday night. The seven-time world c...Full Story »

Mario Balotelli believes he is worthy of a recall to the Italy national team, insisting he is still the strongest striker available for the Azzurri. WHAT HAPPENED?It has been more than five years since Balotelli last featured for Italy, leaving him on 36 caps and 14 goals. He currently plays for Turkish side Adana Demirspor and is off to a good start since his September arrival, scoring three...Full Story »

New York Red Bulls are offering their fans a deal for tickets to next season's MLS opener - but the promotion comes with a Lionel Messi clause. WHAT HAPPENED?The MLS side sent out an email to fans offering tickets to their first home game of the 2024 season as well as the derby with rivals New York City. However, ESPN reports there is a special detail in the email that states that: "If RBNY p...Full Story »

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Chelsea set sights on Napoli's Kvaratskhelia Chelsea has entered the race to sign Napoli winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, as revealed by ESPN. Several European powerhouses, including Manchester City, Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Newcastle United, also express interest in acquiring Kvaratskhelia, reflecting his widespread appeal across the continent. This pursuit aligns with Chelsea's strategy of...Full Story »

SHAKIRA'S lawyer has blamed Gerard Pique for her tax woes - and said she would have saved £100million by dating his rival star Sergio Ramos instead. Pau Molins said her 11-year romance with the retired Barcelona footballer led to her facing six tax fraud charges instead of three. After finalising a plea deal yesterday, the lawyer claimed Spain's tax laws are not fair to everyone. He sa...Full Story »

Barcelona are reportedly interested in signing Liverpool midfielder Thiago Alcantara as they attempt to combat the injury of Gavi. The 19-year-old has been ruled out for the rest of the season after tearing his anterior cruciate ligament in Spain’s group stage win against Georgia at the weekend. Gavi has been a crucial part of Xavi’s side over the past two years and his absence w...Full Story »

Mauricio Pochettino may face a fight to keep Mykhaylo Mudryk after the winger was urged to consider his future at Chelsea. Mykhaylo Mudryk: The Chelsea winger has been advised to leave. (Image: Getty) Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino may have a job on his hands to convince Mykhaylo Mudryk to remain at the club after one of his former coaches told him to consider leaving the club. The Blues win...Full Story »

RAPHAEL VARANE is set to leave Manchester United - but it won’t be until the summer. The French defender has fallen down the pecking order at Old Trafford, and some reports have indicated he could be sold in January. Raphael Varane is set to leave Manchester United Credit: Getty Erik ten Hag will not allow the French World Cup winner to depart until the summer Credit: Alamy But SunSp...Full Story »

England Under-21 boss Lee Carsley threw down the gauntlet to Harvey Elliott after his brilliant brace.The Liverpool midfielder scored twice as the Young Lions breezed past Northern Ireland 3-0 at Goodison Park.Reds team-mate Tyler Morton, on loan at Hull, opened the scoring as Carsley’s men recorded a routine Euro 2025 qualifying win.Elliott now has five goals in Group F, with England seco...Full Story »

Richie Wellens felt Leyton Orient let down their fans after their rearranged game with Lincoln ended in a late 1-0 defeat.Orient had been leading 1-0 in the original League One fixture on October 3 when the match was abandoned after 82 minutes due to a medical emergency. O’s fan Derek Reynolds suffered a cardiac arrest and was treated pitchside before he was later pronounced dead.This time...Full Story »

Ebbsfleet’s winless run in the National League extended to eight games following their 1-1 draw with Maidenhead.After a quiet first 45 minutes, Ebbsfleet broke the deadlock on the hour mark when Dominic Poleon latched onto a long ball before driving into the area and lashing home.Maidenhead responded just six minutes later when Reece Smith finished from inside the area to make things all s...Full Story »

Taelor O’Kane scored a stoppage-time equaliser as strugglers Fylde claimed a 2-2 National League draw with Halifax at the MBi Shay Stadium.The away side broke the deadlock half an hour in when O’Kane headed in at the back post to make it 1-0.Halifax turned the game on its head in the second period when Jack Hunter equalised just after the hour mark before Rob Harker smashed the ball ...Full Story »

Elgin moved further clear of danger at the bottom of cinch League Two with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Forfar.Ryan McLeman’s 13th minute strike proved enough for the home side, who are now five points clear of bottom club Clyde.Elgin should have doubled McLeman’s low opener just two minutes later but a Robert Jones penalty was well saved by Forfar keeper Marc McCallum.Kieran Inglis an...Full Story »

Liverpool’s Harvey Elliott lit up Goodison Park as England Under-21s eased past Northern Ireland.The midfielder’s classy brace inspired the Young Lions to a comfortable 3-0 win on Tuesday.He now has five goals in Euro 2025 qualifying while Reds team-mate Tyler Morton, on loan at Hull, opened the scoring with his first for the Under-21s.Back-to-back goals for Harvey Elliott! 👏...Full Story »

Ethan Hamilton scored an 89th-minute goal to earn Lincoln their first win under new boss Michael Skubala.Hamilton collected a pass from Lasse Sorensen and wrong-footed Orient keeper Sol Brynn to clinch the points in this rearranged fixture that proved a drab affair.Hakeeb Adelakun should have scored five minutes earlier when he broke free down the right but with only the keeper to beat, he screw...Full Story »