Bayern closing in on signing Xavi Simons According to Sky Sport in Germany, Bayern Munich have reportedly agreed personal terms with Xavi Simons' representatives and are hopeful of landing the Netherlands international this summer. The former Bundesliga champions will now negotiate terms with Paris Saint-Germain as the player still has a contract with them until 2027. Liverpool and AC Milan...Full Story »

Portugal goalkeeper Diogo Costa saved three penalties in the shoot-out against Slovenia, after Cristiano Ronaldo had missed one in extra-time, to send his side into the quarter-finals of Euro 2024 after a night of high drama in Frankfurt.Slovenia, the lowest ranked side left in the competition, had battled their way through a goalless 90 minutes, and went close themselves through Benjamin Sesko....Full Story »

Jan Vertonghen’s 85th-minute own goal was the fatal blow for Belgium, who were knocked out of Euro 2024 after a 1-0 last-16 defeat to France in Dusseldorf.France, who have yet to net a goal in open play, have struggled to find the back of the net, coming out of the group stage having scored the fewest goals in an opening round since the 2010 World Cup.Didier Deschamps’ men might have...Full Story »

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We revealed in May how the Blues were looking to snatch Boca Juniors ace Aaron Anselmino, 19, from under the noses of United. Chelsea have won the race to sign Aaron Anselmino from Boca Juniors The Red Devils had scouted him for months and was first linked with a move to Old Trafford and then AC Milan earlier this year. The 6ft 2in defender made his senior debut for Boca just over a year ago ...Full Story »

The Manchester City boss is understood to be impressed by his ability to play out from the back — and his defensive qualities. Manchester United have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of Jarrad Branthwaite Old Trafford rival Erik ten Hag also wants the 22-year-old but United’s opening £35m bid was laughed off by the Toffees. Pep is thought to be pondering a move for Branthwa...Full Story »

HARRY KANE and England teammates celebrated their miraculous comeback win against Slovakia with their Wags. The Three Lions made a hash of their last-16 Euros clash on Sunday, going 1-0 down before completing a dramatic late turnaround. Jude Bellingham sent the game into extra time with a last-gasp overhead kick. And Kane proved to be the match winner with a header soon after. The result m...Full Story »

Barcelona deleted a club statement saying farewell to Joao Felix and Joao Cancelo because they still hope to re-sign the Portugal duo, a source told ESPN. Barca thanked Marcos Alonso, Felix and Cancelo for their time with the club on Sunday as their respective deals came to an end. Alonso's contract has expired and he has been released as a free agent, while Felix and Cancelo's loans from Atle...Full Story »

Brighton & Hove Albion star Jeremy Sarmiento found the time to thank a scantily-clad Ecuador fan for her support during the nation's participation in the Copa America this summer Premier League ace Jeremy Sarmiento made sure to shout out a bikini-wearing Ecuador fan at the Copa America. The Brighton & Hove Albion winger is competing in his second major tournament for Ecuador this sum...Full Story »

Omari Hutchinson officially joins Ipswich Town We are delighted to announce the signing of Omari Hutchinson on a permanent deal for a Club record fee.— IPSWICH TOWN (@IpswichTown) June 30, 2024 Al-Hilal unlikely to make big changes this summer 🚨🧘‍♂️ #AlHilal will have a quiet transfer market this summer.👌 Jesus is fully satisfied with the squad that broke the record of wins...Full Story »

Slovakia and ex-Fulham stopper Marek Rodak has a real keeper in stunning girlfriend Noemi Kovacsova. Rodak, 27, is a familiar name to most English football fans thanks to his 10-year tenure at Fulham, alongside stints at the likes of Accrington Stanley and Rotherham United. He's played 102 games for the West London club but departed the Cottagers at the end of this past season where he made ...Full Story »

Spain set up a Euro 2024 quarter-final against hosts Germany but only after overcoming an early scare to beat Georgia 4-1.The tournament debutants took a shock lead when Robin Le Normand turned the ball into his own net in the 18th minute but Rodri levelled six minutes before the break and Fabian Ruiz put Spain in front early in the second half, with Nico Williams and substitute Dani Olmo adding...Full Story »

Gareth Southgate praised England’s squad for invoking the spirit of 1966 as the Euro 2024 hopefuls dug deep to beat Slovakia a few weeks after watching a presentation about Sir Alf Ramsey’s World Cup heroes.The former defender’s 99th match in charge looked set to be his last as the Gelsenkirchen clash entered stoppage time with England trailing, only for Jude Bellingham, who tu...Full Story »

Jude Bellingham’s stoppage-time stunner saved Gareth Southgate’s England from an embarrassing last-16 exit as the Euro 2024 hopefuls fought back to beat Slovakia 2-1 after extra time.A summer that promised so much looked set to end in heartbreak and humiliation for a team that went within a penalty shoot-out of winning the last edition three years ago.Ivan Schranz put wily, well-dril...Full Story »

Let's start our 7M Daily Laugh today.   Germany power past Denmark into the quarterfinals     Defending champions Italy are out of Euro 2024 after losing 2-0 to Switzerland     Switzerland 2-0 ItalyBye bye Azzurri     Paraguay 1-4 Brazil (Copa America)2 goals form V.Junior     Germany vs Denmark highlights     Sommer vs I...Full Story »

Granit Xhaka has become a better 'leader' since leaving Arsenal, according to Rio Ferdinand. The 31-year-old midfielder was often maligned during his seven-year stay with the Gunners between 2016 and 2023, during which he made 297 appearances and won two FA Cup titles. But Xhaka has left us in no doubt of his quality since leaving the Emirates, playing a key role as Bayer Leverkusen went th...Full Story »

Wes Brown thinks Gareth Southgate must ditch his cautious tactics if England are going to win the Euros. The Three Lions have scored just twice so far at Euro 2024 despite their group not posing too many major hurdles. A front four of Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden and Bukayo Saka hasn't quite clicked either, with England only managing two goals in three matches so far. Ex-Mancheste...Full Story »

Manchester United are in talks with Bayern Munich for Matthijs de Ligt. The Athletic says negotiations are underway between the two clubs for the Holland defender. De Ligt is up for sale at Bayern, which are seeking €50m to sell. The stopper played for United manager Erik ten Hag at Ajax, where he was also club captain. United's pursuit of De Ligt is said to be independent of their p...Full Story »

Juventus keen to add Boende to sweeten Thuram deal Juventus are intensifying their efforts to secure the signing of Khephren Thuram from Nice, with the Italian giants proposing a deal that includes 19-year-old midfielder Joseph Nonge Boende. According to Tuttosport, Nice are contemplating this proposal, having set a valuation of €18 million to €20 million for the 23-year-old Fren...Full Story »

Slovakia shocked Belgium in their opener, before flattering to deceive against Ukraine and Romania. Barbora Skriniar is the most famous of the Slovakian Wags While the Three Lions have been slow burners in Germany so far. But, they have ably supported by their Wags who have cheered them on from the stands. The Slovakians also boast their own array of partners - with different lifestyles. Fr...Full Story »