Erling Haaland spoke to Manuel Akanji about following him to Manchester City this summer, according to Fabrizio Romano in his exclusive CaughtOffside column. The Norway international played alongside the Swiss defender at Borussia Dortmund, and Romano says they spoke about the prospect of a move to the Etihad Stadium towards the end of the summer. Akanji ended up making the late move from Do...Full Story »

Graham Potter to receive formal offer for Chelsea manager's job Another step closer to the Chelsea job for Graham Potter. Sami Mokbel has claimed that a formal offer for the manager's post will be tabled soon with Kyle Macaulay and Billy Reid also among those expected to make the switch from the Amex to Stamford Bridge. Everton won't turn to free agent to cover Pickford absence Jordan Pick...Full Story »

Richarlison’s first goals for Tottenham saw them mark their Champions League return with a 2-0 win over 10-man Marseille.The summer signing scored two headers in the space of five second-half minutes to get Spurs out of trouble in their Group D opener.Playing at the elite level for the first time since 2020, Antonio Conte’s men were labouring against the Ligue 1 side, who had Chancel...Full Story »

Liverpool were humiliated on their return to Champions League action as outstanding Napoli ran out comprehensive 4-1 winners against Jurgen Klopp’s sloppy side. Just 102 days on from losing the final to Real Madrid on a chaotic night at the Stade de France, the Reds returned to continental action looking for a club-record seventh consecutive European away win. But Liverpool’s stu...Full Story »

Football fans had to do a double take after an image of Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand dressed as schoolgirl emerged on social media from his time at Leeds United Rio Ferdinand left Leeds to join Manchester United in July 2002 (Image: 2002 Getty Images) Football fans have been left horrified at a picture of Rio Ferdinand dressed as a schoolgirl at a Leeds United fancy dress party in th...Full Story »

They could end up in jail because drinking rules in the Arab state are deliberately vague, says Radha Stirling. The vague drinking laws in Qatar could lead to disaster for footie fans during the World Cup And boisterous supporters will make easy pickings for police who target foreigners to rack up arrests and advance their careers, she claims. She added: “The World Cup has the potential...Full Story »

The Hammers kick-off their Europa Conference League group stage on Thursday against Romania’s FCSB — formerly Steaua Bucharest — at the London Stadium. Young Lampard talking to a Playboy bunny Credit: AP:Associated Press Ruddock posing for a photo in Bucharest Credit: AP:Associated Press Lomas recalls a game away at Steaua Bucharest Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd David M...Full Story »

A remarkable statistic, comparing the respective goalscoring records of Manchester City star Erling Haaland, and 5-time Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo, has come to the fore on Tuesday evening. Norwegian sensation Haaland , of course, has positioned himself at the forefront of the media headlines once more tonight. This comes owing to the 22-year-old’s latest haul in front o...Full Story »

AC Milan coach Stefano Pioli admits they're seeking new contract talks with Rafael Leao. Chelsea are thought to be planning a January raid for the versatile striker, 23. The Portugal star has started the campaign well with three goals in five games, and Pioli revealed they want him to sign a lucrative new deal. He said: "The club wants to offer Leao a new deal soon. They will take care of i...Full Story »

Guardiola wants Kroos at Man City Manchester City are considering a move for Toni Kroos in January, El Nacional reports. The midfielder has rejected Real Madrid's offer to extend his contract beyond next summer and he could end up being sold in January. Pep Guardiola has long wanted the Germany international at City and has told the board of his desire to bring him to the Premier League soon....Full Story »

Manchester United and Chelsea will continue to keep an eye on developments regarding Frenkie de Jong’s situation at Barcelona in the months ahead. That’s according to Fabrizio Romano in his exclusive CaughtOffside column, with the transfer news guru giving plenty of insight into why the Netherlands international ended up staying at the Nou Camp this summer. Both Man Utd and Chels...Full Story »

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has denied he has a problem with Erling Haaland after the Norway striker bagged another two goals on Tuesday night. Haaland was the star of the show for City once again as he helped his team win 4-0 against Sevilla in the Champions League and storm to the top of their group. Following the match, Guardiola was asked by BT Sport reporter Jules Breach to name the...Full Story »

Gemma Grainger felt Wales deserved their World Cup play-off place after a goalless draw with Slovenia saw them through to next month’s knockout stage.Wales had to survive some scares on a nervy night at the Cardiff City Stadium but, in the end, Grainger’s side managed the game superbly to book their play-off spot.Head coach Grainger said: “I’m so happy for the players. Th...Full Story »

Celtic were taught a harsh lesson by a clinical Real Madrid side on their Champions League return as two goals in four second-half minutes sent the holders on their way to a 3-0 victory in Glasgow.Liel Abada, twice, and substitute Daizen Maeda squandered excellent chances and Callum McGregor struck the post before goals from Vinicius Junior and Luka Modric proved pivotal.Ange Postecoglou had vow...Full Story »

England completed a 100 per cent record in their World Cup qualifying group by thrashing Luxembourg 10-0 at the bet365 Stadium.The Lionesses’ near-total dominance of the ball brought five goals before the break, with Georgia Stanway notching a brace including a penalty to open the scoring, and Alessia Russo, Rachel Daly and Beth Mead also on the scoresheet.Substitute Beth England subsequen...Full Story »

Wales booked their place in the World Cup play-offs with a goalless draw at home to Slovenia.On a tense night in Cardiff, Wales – who have never qualified for a major women’s tournament – knew that a point would seal their spot among the hopefuls next month.Just 1,745 fans had witnessed the start of Wales’ World Cup campaign against Kazakhstan in Llanelli nearly a year ag...Full Story »

Mislav Orsic’s early goal condemned listless Chelsea to a chastening 1-0 Champions League defeat at Dinamo Zagreb.Croatia forward Orsic’s breakaway goal proved enough for Dinamo to topple the 2021 Champions League winners at the Maksimir Stadium.Reece James struck a post at the death but Dinamo were not to be denied a victory as famous and deserved for the hosts as it could prove dam...Full Story »

Hallam Hope of Oldham Athletic was taken to hospital after the attack A Chesterfield player is being investigated by police after Oldham Athletic's Hallam Hope was taken to hospital with a 'serious injury' following an attack outside the Latics' stadium. Oldham have provided CCTV footage to the police of the incident, which took place in the staff car park of their Boundary Park stadium on Sun...Full Story »

Interesting clause in Pole's contract LEWANDOWSKI. EFE Robert Lewandowski has adapted seamlessly to Barcelona, with a fantastic start to the season. The Poland international has scored five goals in the four LaLiga Santander games played, in which he has started all of them. However, Barcelona have secured a clause in his contract that gives them the option to terminate his contract in the f...Full Story »

Erik ten Hag said Manchester United are not ready to challenge the Premier League's top teams despite ending table-topping Arsenal's perfect start to the season. United won 3-1 at Old Trafford to make it four wins in a row -- a run that included a 2-1 victory over Liverpool. Despite opening the new campaign with back-to-back defeats to Brighton & Hove Albion and Brentford, Ten Hag's team a...Full Story »