Midfielder Alexis Mac Allister scored the crucial goal which helped return Liverpool to the top of the Premier League and ease any nerves about an early wobble in the title run-in.Jurgen Klopp’s side were by far the better team against Sheffield United but had to sweat for their 3-1 victory, with a top-class strike from the Argentinian with 14 minutes to go giving them control.The World Cu...Full Story »

PSG are eyeing Barcelona defensive pair Jules Kounde and Hector Fort. Catalunya Ràdio reports PSG have set their sights on both defenders. France international Koundé - who joined from Sevilla in the summer of 2022 - is a PSG priority. The other is fullback Fort. However, the 17-year-old is not for sale, regardless of the offer, insist Barca. Fort is on a contract that expires in ...Full Story »

Barcelona are tracking Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola as a potential managerial candidate with Xavi likely to leave the club in June WHAT HAPPENED?Barcelona seem to be facing a turbulent few months. In January, Xavi announced his intention to leave the club at the end of the season, leaving the reigning title holders searching for a new manager. And a new possible name has been floated by the...Full Story »

Xavi wants transfer assurances from the Barcelona board before considering reversing his retirement decision. As it stands, the Barca coach will step down at the end of the season. However, Sport says Xavi is taking feedback from the likes of vice-president Rafa Yuste, sporting director Deco and president Joan Laporta about his decision. The board thinks that the idea of Xavi remaining in c...Full Story »

After three weeks on the sideline, Lionel Messi was once again left out of the Inter Miami starting XI against Monterrey. WHAT HAPPENED?Tata Martino named his starting XI for the Herons Wednesday evening, and the Argentine was not included as the club continued its chase for silverware this season. While the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner was not named to the squad, Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba...Full Story »

Mikel Arteta hailed Arsenal’s fringe players for taking their chances in the 2-0 Premier League victory over Luton.Captain Martin Odegaard opened the scoring before Daiki Hashioka turned the ball into his own net as Arsenal returned to the top of the table, holding a one-point advantage over Liverpool and Manchester City.Arsenal had just three days to prepare for Wednesday night’s ga...Full Story »

Roberto De Zerbi admitted Brighton dropped two points in the race for Europe after they were held to a goalless draw at Brentford.The Seagulls failed to take advantage of their nearest rivals West Ham, Newcastle and Wolves all dropping points a day earlier after a drab encounter in west London.“We have to make a difference between the performance and the result. I’m really pleased fo...Full Story »

Manchester United youngster Facundo Pellistri is set to leave the club in the summer. The Uruguayan winger arrived several years ago with plenty of promise, but has failed to live up to that potential. A loan spell at Granada this winter has been middling, with Pellistri managing one goal and one assist. Evaristo Gonzalez, the secretary at Penarol where Pellistri played before joining Unite...Full Story »

Chelsea news as possible Mauricio Pochettino replacement opens up on Jose Mourinho comparisons Ruben Amorim has been compared to Jose Mourinho (Image: Antonietta Baldassarre/Insidefoto/LightRocket via Getty Images) We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowle...Full Story »

Barcelona are reportedly plotting a transfer raid on Manchester City for Erling Haaland in 2025, with the Liga giants eager to see Xavi stay put. Coach planning on stepping down this summer Recruitment may lead to a change of heart Lewandowski replacement required at Camp Nou WHAT HAPPENED?Back in January, Blaugrana legend Xavi stated his intention to step down as manager at Camp Nou whe...Full Story »

Portsmouth manager John Mousinho was relieved to see his side take a point from their top-of-the-table clash at home to nearest challengers Derby after twice coming from behind to draw 2-2 at Fratton Park.Substitute Owen Moxon’s 25-yard screamer 13 minutes from time ensured the League One leaders took a share of the spoils to move a step closer to sealing promotion to the Championship.Mous...Full Story »

Barcelona’s financial issues are well documented and the Catalan club may be forced into selling Raphinha this summer to ease their problems as Arsenal and Chelsea get ready to pounce. The Brazilian star made the move to Spain from Leeds United in 2022 as part of a £55m deal and although he has had moments, the winger has failed to consistently produce for Barca. Raphinha has won hi...Full Story »

Chelsea right-back Reece James has reportedly been approached by Paris Saint-Germain over a potential transfer, but a deal looks complicated. The England international has been a key player for the Blues and was made club captain this season, though he’s had numerous injury problems. James is clearly a fine player when fit, but it remains to be seen if he can really live up to his pote...Full Story »

DANI Alves' ex-wife has shared a pic with the disgraced Barcelona star for the first time since he was released from prison. The shamed footballer, who was jailed for raping a woman in a Spanish nightclub, walked free last week after appealing his four-and-a-half-year sentence. Alves was released after serving just four weeks of his conviction as he coughed up €1million (£850,000)...Full Story »

Arsenal are eyeing Barcelona wing-back Joao Cancelo. Cancelo is on-loan at Barca from Manchester City, where they're willing to sell him outright this summer. However, Barca's finances are such that any permanent deal is no guarantee. Instead, Sport says Barca could lose Cancelo this summer, with Arsenal keen to bring him back to England. Gunners boss Mikel Arteta worked with Cancelo at Ci...Full Story »

Barcelona star Inigo Martinez was caught on camera leaving his car in the middle of the road to have a heated argument with a young football fan. Over the weekend, Martinez played a full match as Barcelona narrowly beat Las Palmas 1-0, keeping their Champions League qualification hopes alive. Xavi's side are currently second in the league after their win on Saturday. However, the video, whic...Full Story »

ARSENAL face a battle on and off the pitch with Bayern Munich with the Champions League quarter-finalists both reportedly eyeing Real Sociedad star Martin Zubimendi. The midfielder "remains on the list" as a top transfer target at the Emirates Stadium ahead of the 2024 summer window. Martin Zubimendi 'remains on Arsenal's list' to target in the summer transfer window Credit: Getty The Gunners...Full Story »

Conte unlikely to join Bayern as Napoli prepare huge bit Contrary to earlier reports, Antonio Conte is now unlikely to join Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich as Napoli are preparing a huge bid for the Italian, according to CalcioNapoli24. Napoli chief Aurelio De Laurentiis is personally invested in the deal and wants a big-name manager to rebuild the brand of his club next season. Pioli likel...Full Story »

Leeds boss Daniel Farke revealed several of his players had been struggling during his side’s 3-1 win against Hull, which lifted them back into the Sky Bet Championship’s automatic promotion places.Sam Byram’s early header for Leeds was deservedly cancelled out by Hull’s on-loan Liverpool forward Fabio Carvalho and the visitors went on to out-play their hosts for long per...Full Story »

Bristol City boss Liam Manning hailed “terrific character” Nahki Wells after he came off the bench to score the only goal of the game at Plymouth.Half-time substitute Wells scored the Robins’ 57th-minute winner as Argyle slumped to 21st in the Championship, one point above the relegation zone following five straight home defeats without scoring.Manning said of the striker: &ldq...Full Story »