Nick Pope was hailed as the “best goalkeeper in the world” after his 10th successive clean sheet helped put Newcastle on the brink of Wembley.The England international produced two superb second-half saves from Southampton forward Che Adams as the Magpies secured a vital 1-0 win from a breathless Carabao Cup semi-final first leg at St Mary’s.Joelinton set aside a disallowed goa...Full Story »

Bournemouth head coach plays down Danjuma links Bournemouth boss Gary O'Neil has played down links between the Cherries and Dutch winger Arnaut Danjuma. The 25-year-old spent two years with Bournemouth before moving to Villarreal where he reached the Champions League semi-finals last season. O'Neil said: “I've worked here with him before. He's a good player. I don't like to comment on ...Full Story »

STARS from Manchester United's men's and women's teams have continued their Christmas tradition of supporting local hospitals. The women's first team visited patients, families and staff while the men's first team sent gift bags to spread festive cheer. Manchester United sent Christmas presents to patients in hospitalCredit: Manchester United Marcus Rashford wrapped presents and the men's tea...Full Story »

Gareth Bale has LAFC contract break clause Gareth Bale's contract at LAFC contains a break clause which means he could leave before the start of the new MLS season in February 2023, according to The Sun. LAFC are expecting Bale to return but his primary motive for joining the club was to get himself in top shape for the 2022 World Cup. Wales's early exit has thrown Bale's future plans into do...Full Story »

Bruno Fernandes says it does not matter who scored Portugal’s opener in a 2-0 victory over Uruguay that secured their place in the World Cup knockout phase.It initially looked as though Cristiano Ronaldo had drawn level with Portugal’s record World Cup goalscorer Eusebio when he rose to try and head in Fernandes’ 54th-minute cross.But replays showed that the Portugal captain, w...Full Story »

Bruno Fernandes scored both goals as Portugal booked their place in the World Cup knockout phase with a 2-0 victory over Uruguay at Lusail Stadium.It initially looked as though Cristiano Ronaldo had drawn level with Portugal’s record World Cup goalscorer Eusebio when he rose to try and head in Fernandes’ 54th-minute cross.But replays showed that the Portugal captain, who has scored e...Full Story »

BARCELONA will switch their sights to Bruno Guimaraes after admitting defeat in their bid to land Bernardo Silva. The Spaniards spent six months targeting Manchester City star Bernardo, and there were fears he would press for a move to the Nou Camp. Bruno Guimaraes has become a transfer target for Barcelona But Barca were priced out by City’s £80million valuation and Guimaraes now ...Full Story »

NEWCASTLE star Bruno Guimaraes hasn't slept for TWO DAYS after welcoming the birth of his first child and then beating Spurs in the Premier League. The 24-year-old Brazilian's fiance Ana Lidia Martins gave birth to their first child, Matteo, on Friday night. Guimaraes welcomed Matteo into the world on Friday nightCredit: @brunoguimaraes Newcastle beat Spurs 2-1 in North London on Sunday eveni...Full Story »

The Brazil midfielder signed from Lyon for £35million in January but revealed “conversations” with Real Madrid during the summer. Bruno Guimaraes has emerged as a supporters' hero in Newcastle's rise to sixth place, but might have to be sold to boost resources Credit: Getty Newcastle sporting director Dan Ashworth admits 'at some stage' the big-spending Magpies could lose spe...Full Story »

JULEN LOPETEGUI has turned down the chance to become Wolves boss. The Spaniard, 56, met with chairman Jeff Shi at the weekend to discuss taking over at Molineux. Julen Lopetegui has turned down the vacant manager's job at Wolves But ex-Real Madrid boss Lopetegui has decided against a move to the Black Country, partly due to his father suffering from ill health. He was sacked by Sevilla on We...Full Story »

Eddie Howe saluted “bargain” signing Bruno Guimaraes after seeing him inspire Newcastle to a 5-1 Premier League demolition of Brentford.The £36million January arrival scored twice and played a pivotal role as the Magpies secured their biggest win to date under head coach Howe.Asked if the Brazil international was a bargain even at that price, Howe said: “I find it difficu...Full Story »

Molineux chiefs have made the Spaniard — axed by Sevilla on  Wednesday  —  their top target to replace Bruno Lage. Julen Lopetegui will meet with Wolves' chairman over the weekend Credit: Rex The former Spain and Real Madrid boss has agreed to meet Wolves chairman Jeff Shi over the weekend. Under-18s manager Steve Davis and under-21s chief James Collins will lead the team at Chels...Full Story »

Wolves announced the sacking of manager Bruno Lage on Sunday following a disappointing start to the season with the Premier League side languishing in the relegation zone. Wolves slipped to their fourth defeat of the campaign with a 2-0 loss at West Ham United on Saturday, a result that left them in 18th place with six points from eight games. Lage, 46, took over at Molineux from Portuguese ...Full Story »

Wolves boss Bruno Lage feels his side can flourish after securing their first Premier League win of the season.Daniel Podence’s scuffed finish in first-half stoppage time was enough to beat Southampton 1-0 at Molineux and lift Wolves out of the bottom three.It was their first top-flight win in 13 matches, stretching back to April 2 last season.Lage said: “I told the players ‘th...Full Story »

Erik ten Hag joked it would take an hour to explain ‘the rules’ he’s set out for Manchester United —but was relieved to see his side finally following them.United’s fortunes seem to be turning after losing their first two contests of the Premier League season as they claimed their second victory in as many games with a 1-0 win at Southampton after beating Liverpool ...Full Story »

Bruno Fernandes’ second-half volley was enough to maintain Manchester United’s revival with a second win of the week against Southampton at St Mary’s.United, lifted by Monday’s morale-boosting 2-1 home win over Liverpool, were able to follow-up with another victory after starting the season with back-to-back Premier League defeats.It was a tight affair throughout most of ...Full Story »

Boss Bruno Lage saluted Raul Jimenez after he helped fire Wolves into the third round of the Carabao Cup.The Mexico international and Adama Traore struck to beat Preston 2-1 at Molineux on Tuesday.Hwang Hee-Chan missed a first-half penalty before Ben Woodburn made Wolves sweat with a consolation soon after the break.Jimenez marked his first start of the season after knee and groin injuries with ...Full Story »

Wolves boss Bruno Lage feels goalkeeper Jose Sa can become one of the Premier League’s “good names” after earning his side a point in a 0-0 draw against Fulham.Portuguese keeper Sa saved Aleksandar Mitrovic’s 81st-minute penalty after Rayan Ait Nouri’s challenge on Bobby Cordova-Reid.Sa, in his second season at Molineux after joining from Greek side Olympiacos, ensu...Full Story »

Leeds boss Jesse Marsch laughed off his verbal battle with opposite number Bruno Lage during his side’s opening Premier League win of the season against Wolves.Rayan Ait-Nouri’s second-half own goal clinched Leeds a 2-1 victory at Elland Road after Rodrigo had cancelled out Daniel Podence’s opener for Wolves before the interval.The two managers first clashed after Wolves strike...Full Story »

Bruno Fernandes says he's in the dark about what the future holds for his Manchester United and Portugal team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo. Ronaldo asked to leave the Old Trafford club last month as he wants to play in the Champions League next term. The 37-year-old didn't travel with Erik ten Hag's squad for their tour of Thailand and Australia due to family reasons, but he's yet to find a new cl...Full Story »