Man City boss Pep Guardiola will likely rest Erling Haaland for Tuesday's Champions League clash with Young Boys after the Norwegian superstar went off injured at the weekend. That is according to the Daily Mail, who reports that Guardiola will give Haaland every opportunity to prove his fitness ahead of the game at the Etihad on Tuesday night as the striker recovers from a twisted ankle. H...Full Story »

Sutton produced a fine second-half comeback to beat National League AFC Fylde 2-1 in the first round of the FA Cup.Matt Gray’s U’s were faced with a cup shock to non-league opposition for the second season running when they trailed the Lancashire club at half-time after Jon Uskabasi’s shot.However, two Harry Smith goals in the space of five minutes sent the hosts through at Gan...Full Story »

Lionel Messi has won a record eighth Ballon d'Or, beating off competition from Manchester City sensation Erling Haaland for the 2023 award. Messi honoured at glitzy ceremony in Paris Bests competition from free-scoring Haaland Argentine also edges out PSG's Mbappe WHAT HAPPENED?Messi was favourite to clinch the Golden Ball heading into the star-studded ceremony in Paris, and he was indee...Full Story »

Erling Haaland’s double helped Manchester City secure derby day delight as lifeless rivals Manchester United were outclassed in an embarrassing home defeat.The eyes of the footballing world were on Old Trafford as the neighbours met in the 191st Manchester derby and first since Pep Guardiola’s men matched their 1999 treble triumph.Haaland scored a spot-kick and unmarked header before...Full Story »

Michael Smith scored twice against his former club to give Sheffield Wednesday a 2-0 victory over South Yorkshire rivals Rotherham United – their first win of the season.In a derby encounter dominated by the home side, both goals came during the first 45 minutes. Rotherham never threatened to mount a comeback, only carving out a couple of decent chances.It was new manager Danny Rohl’...Full Story »

The academy graduate, who scored a crucial second goal, could be the next game-changing talent for Xavi's side Fermin Lopez was crucial in Barcelona's first, and scored a wonderful second, as the Blaugrana saw off Shakhtar Donetsk to maintain their perfect record in the Champions League. Xavi's side took a 2-0 lead, but conceded in the second half to make for a nervy finish to a 2-1 victory. ...Full Story »

Pep Guardiola claimed there is no pressure on Erling Haaland to score more goals after the Norwegian’s double sank Young Boys on Wednesday.Haaland struck twice in the second half as the holders claimed a hard-fought 3-1 win over the Swiss side in their Champions League Group G encounter on the artificial surface at Bern’s Wankdorf Stadium.The game had been in the balance after Mescha...Full Story »

Erling Haaland struck twice as holders Manchester City moved a step closer to the Champions League knockout stages with a hard-fought 3-1 win at Young Boys.Haaland put City back into the lead on the artificial surface at Bern’s Wankdorf Stadium after Switzerland international Manuel Akanji’s opener had been brilliantly cancelled out by Meschack Elia.Substitute Julian Alvarez had an e...Full Story »

Salford head coach Neil Wood heaped praise on hat-trick hero Matt Smith after he netted all three goals in the 3-0 triumph at Doncaster.The Ammies made their opportunities count against a Doncaster side who enjoyed the better of the attacking play but could not find the back of the net.And key to the visitors’ victory was Smith, who scored two trademark headers before completing his hat-tr...Full Story »

Matt Smith scored a hat-trick as ruthless Salford returned to winning ways with a 3-0 triumph at Doncaster.The hosts had the better of the attacking play but Neil Wood’s side, and Smith in particular, were clinical with the few clear-cut opportunities they had to secure a first victory in four matches.It took just two minutes for Salford to open the scoring when Smith sent a header into th...Full Story »

Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has given a brilliant response to his daughter Hollie's relationship with rugby star Joe Marchant. The daughter of the former Newcastle and England striker turned Match of the Day pundit is a singer-songwriter, while she also has a fashion career with brand Pretty Little Thing. Hollie, 28, is in a relationship with England star Marchant, who is part of th...Full Story »

The singer-songwriter's fans were treated to a display of several new outfits for autumn. Hollie Shearer showed off her toned abs on Instagram Credit: Instagram / @hollieshearer The singer-songwriter put on a home fashion show for her fans Credit: Instagram / @hollieshearer Hollie, who is the daughter of former England striker Alan Shearer, uploaded her choices to her Instagram story. In the...Full Story »

Alan Shearer's glamorous daughter has built a huge social media following in her own right. Hollie Shearer posed in her glamorous dress Credit: INSTAGRAM @hollieshearer Hollie called it her 'dress of dreams' Credit: INSTAGRAM @hollieshearer Singer-songwriter Hollie has amassed over 80,000 Instagram followers. In her latest post, she showed off her "dress of dreams". Hollie uploaded a short ...Full Story »

Amari Morgan-Smith scored in stoppage time as Kidderminster snatched a last-gasp 1-0 victory over Wealdstone at the Aggborough Stadium.Both teams had their fair share of chances, and Bailey Hobson threatened to give Harriers the lead after 21 minutes only for his shot to be blocked.Wealdstone them came close to taking the lead five minutes into the second half but Tarryn Allarakhia’s effor...Full Story »

City set to open extension talks with Haaland Man City are planning new contract talks with Erling Haaland https://t.co/EbbIAbvS3J— Jack Gaughan (@Jack_Gaughan) October 5, 2023 Real Madrid keen to get Norwegian talent Nypan 🚨#EXCL | Real Madrid want to sign Rosenborg' 16-year-old Norway player Sverre Nypan, but face race from Arsenal, Manchester City, and Barcelona for the ...Full Story »

Hearts manager Steven Naismith believes Alex Lowry is beginning to put in the level of performances he needs to start consistently.Against Ross County on Saturday afternoon, the on-loan attacker came off the bench to provide the assist for Alan Forrest’s decisive header, just days after scoring the winner in the League Cup quarter final against Kilmarnock.While Lowry’s quality on the...Full Story »

Smith Rowe could leave Arsenal if his minutes remain limited The England international made his first start for the Gunners in 499 days in their 1-0 win at Brentford in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday evening, impressing as a central midfielder in a 4-3-3. He has played only 106 minutes in total so far this season. Smith Rowe became a fan-favourite at the Emirates Stadium during the 2021/22 campa...Full Story »

Manchester City are targeting a move for AC Milan youngster Francesco Camarda - who scored 483 goals 87 games, an average of 5.6 every 90 minutes, before he was 13 Francesco Camarda could be on his way to Manchester City (Image: AC Milan via Getty Images) Manchester City already have one eye on the future as they look to swoop in for AC Milan's superstar youngster Francesco Camarda - who is mo...Full Story »

Steven Naismith hailed match-winner Alex Lowry as a special talent after the on-loan Rangers player’s late goal sent Hearts into the Viaplay Cup semi-finals.Kilmarnock were in the ascendancy as the match edged closer to extra time, only for Lowry to strike in time added on to the regulation 90 minutes.Brad Lyons had earlier cancelled out Jorge Grant’s opener before Lowry claimed his ...Full Story »

ALAN SHEARER'S daughter Chloe has stunned fans with her latest Instagram post as she celebrates her birthday in Paris. Chloe is celebrating turning 31 in the French capital and is alongside her sister Hollie. Hollie provided fans with plenty of snaps of their trip away together on her Instagram too. The pair enjoyed some food in a restaurant before ducking out of the rain in the streets of ...Full Story »