The centre-back, 20, has cemented his status as one of the hottest prospects in football with some impressive performances during the World Cup. Chelsea are planning a January move for Croatian star Josko Gvardiol Credit: Getty Unfortunately his and Croatia’s dreams ended on Tuesday night when they were beaten 3-0 by Argentina in the semi-final. However, the RB Leipzig scored one as he ...Full Story »

Arsenal to sign Ajax's Victoria PelovaArsenal Women look to have all but sealed the signing of Dutch winger Victoria Pelova, as revealed first by Graham Falk of LondonWorld. Jonas Eidevall has been dealt an incredibly tough hand with ACL injuries to both Beth Mead and Vivianne Miedema significantly hampering the Gunners' attacking options. But it looks as though they've successfully fended of...Full Story »

Michael Beale insists he will not be fooled by his Rangers side after a dramatic Scott Arfield double in added time gave them a stunning 3-2 cinch Premiership win over Aberdeen at Pittodrie.The Dons fell behind to a Fashion Sakala goal after 12 minutes but goals from attacker Luis ‘Duk’ Lopes and midfielder Leighton Clarkson had Jim Goodwin’s side ahead going into seven mi...Full Story »

Eddie Howe is desperate to break new ground as he attempts to guide Newcastle into the Carabao Cup semi-finals.The Magpies booked their place in the last eight with a hard-fought 1-0 fourth-round victory over Howe’s former club Bournemouth at St James’ Park on Tuesday evening to keep alive their hopes of winning a first domestic trophy since 1955.Asked about the next hurdle, he said:...Full Story »

Carlisle manager Paul Simpson bemoaned what he felt was a “huge error” from the officials that cost his side a point after Tuesday’s 2-1 defeat to promotion rivals Northampton.Jack Armour stroked Carlisle into a 50th-minute lead at Sixfields despite suspicions of offside, however the Cobblers scored twice in the next six minutes through Sam Sherring and Louis Appere to turn the...Full Story »

James Maddison is expected to return to the Leicester side for their Boxing Day clash with Newcastle.Maddison was missing for the Foxes as they resumed their season after the World Cup break with a routine 3-0 Carabao Cup win at MK Dons.Goals from Youri Tielemans, Ayoze Perez and Jamie Vardy meant that Maddison’s absence was not a factor as they reached the last eight of a competition they...Full Story »

Julen Lopetegui hailed a special day after taking charge of Wolves for the first time with a hard-fought Carabao Cup victory over League Two strugglers Gillingham.Late goals from substitutes Raul Jimenez and Rayan Ait-Nouri saw the Premier League’s bottom side claim a place in the quarter-finals with a 2-0 success at Molineux on Tuesday.Lopetegui admitted there will be tougher challenges a...Full Story »

Che Adams scored twice as Southampton marked Nathan Jones’ first home match as manager by scraping into the Carabao Cup quarter-finals with an unconvincing 2-1 win over Lincoln.Top scorer Adams struck either side of half-time to spare Saints blushes after the Imps threatened an upset following Gavin Bazunu’s early own goal.The lacklustre hosts laboured for much of a forgettable fourt...Full Story »

A dramatic Scott Arfield double in added time gave Rangers a stunning 3-2 win over Aberdeen in the cinch Premiership.Dons boss Jim Goodwin came in for widespread criticism following his side’s defensive display in the 1-0 home defeat by Celtic on Saturday and his side were keen to make amends but fell behind to a Fashion Sakala goal after 12 minutes.The Granite City men levelled just ...Full Story »

Leicester will be eyeing up a tilt at the Carabao Cup after easing into the quarter-finals with 3-0 win at MK Dons.The Foxes resumed their season after a 39-day break for the World Cup in style as goals from Youri Tielemans, Ayoze Perez and Jamie Vardy booked their spot in the last eight.With Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham already out and one of Manchester City or Liverpool following them after ...Full Story »

Late goals from substitutes Raul Jimenez and Rayan Ait-Nouri handed Julen Lopetegui a winning start as Wolves manager in a hard-fought Carabao Cup tie against League Two strugglers Gillingham.Jimenez, making his first club appearance since August, broke the deadlock in a tight contest at Molineux with a 77th-minute penalty before Ait-Nouri secured a 2-0 victory and a quarter-final place in injur...Full Story »

Adam Smith’s own goal handed Newcastle a place in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals as Eddie Howe’s men edged past his former club Bournemouth.The Cherries skipper’s 67th-minute misfortune was enough to secure a 1-0 victory for the Magpies at St James’ Park and increase hope that they can finally end a domestic trophy drought dating back to 1955.If the win was deserved &ndas...Full Story »

Northampton came from a goal down to beat Carlisle 2-1 and cement their place in the League Two automatic promotion places at Sixfields.All three goals were scored in the space of six second-half minutes as Jack Armer put the visitors ahead before the Cobblers immediately hit back through Sam Sherring and Louis Appere.They have now closed the gap on second-placed Stevenage to just two points.Nei...Full Story »

Lionel Messi wore a lucky red ribbon during the World Cup final as he finally got his hands on the prize which had evaded him for so long. In Russia at the 2018 World Cup, Messi was handed an amulet by Argentine journalist Rama Pantarotto in the mixed zone after the Barcelona legend missed a penalty against Iceland. It belonged to the reporter's mother. "My mum loves you more than she loves ...Full Story »

It seems as though Brighton's Alexis Mac Allister got a little excited after winning the World Cup with Argentina. The 23-year-old was in fine form throughout his first World Cup tournament and laid on a glorious assist for Angel di Maria to double Argentina's lead in the final against France. He was substituted in extra time but watched on as Argentina prevailed 4-2 on penalties after a bre...Full Story »

Barcelona coach Xavi is weighing up how to cover the three-match suspension of Robert Lewandowski. Normality is returning to Barcelona. The players are returning, with Ansu Fati and Eric Garcia coming back to training early. Most of the others will be back from Monday. Those who reached the quarter-finals can have longer off - Memphis Depay, Frenkie De Jong and Raphinha will be back on Thurs...Full Story »

Arsenal have made their move for Atletico Madrid striker Joao Felix. Il Corriere dello Sport says Arsenal have opened talks over Atletico Madrid striker Felix. Manchester United and Chelsea are also said to be keen on the Portugal star. But the Gunners' need seems greater as main attacker Gabriel Jesus faces being out until late February following knee surgery. And Arsenal have made the fi...Full Story »

Barca closing in on Kante signing Barcelona are close to reaching a pre-agreement with Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante, according to Sport. The Frenchman is out of contract at the end of the season and the Catalan side are eager to bring him to Camp Nou. Inter make contact with Roma defender Smalling Inter have made contact with Chris Smalling's agents over a possible move to San Siro, Cal...Full Story »

A TOPLESS Argentina fan risked jail tonight after she was spotted on TV stripping off to celebrate their dramatic World Cup win. After Gonzalo Montiel's decisive penalty kick, the TV cameras panned to the jubilant Argentina fans. Fans spotted a topless fan during the World Cup final The blonde supporter was celebrating Argentina's win over France And one blonde woman left nothing to the imag...Full Story »

  Madrid keen on offering Marco Asensio a contract extension According to Spanish outlet SPORT, Marco Asensio is on the verge of signing a new deal with reigning La Liga champions Real Madrid. The Spanish forward has been previously linked to multiple European elites but Los Blancos are looking to keep Asensio in Spain despite fewer chances. But with Benzema out injured and Haza...Full Story »