Philippe Clement’s first Old Firm game ended in his first defeat as Rangers boss as goals from Paulo Bernardo and Kyogo Furuhashi gave Celtic a 2-1 win at Parkhead.The Belgian had gone 16 games unbeaten since taking over from Michael Beale in October but with no away fans inside the ground due to an allocation dispute between the two clubs it was always going to be the acid test for the in...Full Story »

REFEREE Claudia Romani kept up the Christmas spirit as she raised money for charity in her latest sexy post. Claudia, who is a Serie A qualified official, got her kit off on Instagram... then encouraged her fans to open their hearts with a charitable donation for her cat charity. Claudia Romani got fans in a merry mood with her latest post Claudia Romani got fans in a merry mood with her late...Full Story »

Roberto Firmino's time in Saudi Arabia could be coming to an untimely end amid reports that the Liverpool icon wants a return to Europe Roberto Firmino has only been with Al-Ahli for six months (Image: Getty Images) Roberto Firmino could be heading for a break-up with Al-Ahli after reports the ex-Liverpool star wants to leave the club. The Brazilian only joined the Saudi Pro League side this ...Full Story »

DAVID MOYES is set to sign a new West Ham contract after taking the Hammers into the top six. The Scot, 60, delivered West Ham's first trophy in 43 years winning the Europa Conference League in June but has been under huge pressure at times over the past 12 months. David Moyes is set to secure a new West Ham contract Credit: Getty West Ham clinched a famous win over Arsenal on Thursday evenin...Full Story »

CHELSEA have placed Artem Dovbyk high on their transfer shortlist The Ukrainian striker has spearheaded Girona's shock charge to the summit of LaLiga thanks to his 11 goals and four assist return in the league. Artem Dovbyk is on Chelsea's transfer target Credit: Rex And this form has put the 26-year-old on Chelsea's radar. Mauricio Pochettino has sent scouts to watch Dovbyk in the last few ...Full Story »

Luke Williams said Macaulay Langstaff is “adored” at Notts County after League Two’s leading scorer hit a first-half hat-trick in a 5-0 win over Morecambe.The Magpies have bounced back from a four-match losing run by scoring eight goals without reply in wins over Doncaster and the Shrimps since Christmas, Langstaff with four of them.And Williams said: “He is adored becaus...Full Story »

Watford held out for a 1-1 draw at home to Stoke despite losing Vakoun Bayo early in the second half to a straight red card for lashing out at Luke McNally.Jake Livermore’s first Watford goal was cancelled out by an equaliser from Ryan Mmaee before the break.Bayo saw red in the 52nd minute but Stoke could not find a winner.Watford head coach Valerian Ismael handed a first start to Giorgi C...Full Story »

Sunderland head coach Michael Beale is calling for his players to show more of a cutting edge after his side drew 1-1 at Championship strugglers Rotherham.Jack Clarke’s deflected effort earned a point for the visitors and cancelled out Sam Clucas’ thunderbolt volley.The result against the division’s bottom side saw Sunderland slip out of the play-off places.Beale said: “W...Full Story »

League Two top scorer Macaulay Langstaff netted his first ever EFL hat-trick in the first half as Notts County concluded their memorable 2023 with a 5-0 triumph over Morecambe.County dictated the tempo of the game early on and took the lead in the 10th minute courtesy of Langstaff’s penalty.The Magpies number nine did what he does best again in the 13th minute to give the hosts a deserved ...Full Story »

Leeds’ hopes of automatic promotion from the Championship suffered another blow as they were beaten 1-0 by West Brom at the Hawthorns.Grady Diangana’s 37th-minute goal was enough to give former Leeds coach Carlos Corberan back-to-back home wins and inflict a second consecutive loss on Daniel Farke’s side, who have won one of their last five games and trail second-placed Ipswich...Full Story »

Eiran Cashin completed a stunning 3-2 comeback win for Derby at League One promotion rivals Oxford.After they trailed to two Cameron Brannagan goals, the Rams hit back with efforts from Craig Forsyth, Liam Thompson and Cashin extending their unbeaten run to nine matches.Oxford got off to the ideal start with a goal inside two minutes.Mark Harris, who had bagged a brace in Oxford’s 2-1 win ...Full Story »

Sunderland had to battle back to earn a 1-1 draw at Championship strugglers Rotherham.Two second-half goals ensured a point for both sides with Jack Clarke getting a deflected leveller for the visitors after Sam Clucas put the Millers ahead.Rotherham remained bottom despite picking up four points from their two post-Christmas matches, while Sunderland dropped out of the top six.It was a quiet op...Full Story »

Russell Martin hopes Prime Minister Rishi Sunak enjoyed the show his Southampton side put on as they beat Plymouth 2-1.Saints fan Sunak celebrated from the stands as Carlos Alcaraz and Che Adams helped the south coast side go a 17th match unbeaten to bolster their automatic promotion credentials.Martin, who has been a member of the Green Party, said: “I hope he enjoyed himself just like an...Full Story »

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has announced Erling Haaland is still not training with the team as he continues to recover from an injury. The Premier League top scorer travelled with the team to Saudi Arabia for the Club World Cup but did not take part in the tournament. He continued individual rehab as he aims to make a comeback inn January. The Norwegian striker missed Man City...Full Story »

Ange Postecoglou defended his “tired” Tottenham team after they were blown away in a six-goal thriller at Brighton.Joao Pedro struck a brace of penalties while Jack Hinshelwood and Pervis Estupinan produced fine strikes in a well deserved 4-2 victory for Roberto De Zerbi’s men.While Alejo Veliz and Ben Davies scored in the final 10 minutes, Spurs were second best for much of th...Full Story »

Erik ten Hag was given a boost on Wednesday as midfielder Mason Mount returned to training with Manchester United. WHAT HAPPENED?Mount has not featured for the Red Devils since a substitute appearance against Luton on November 11, having been out of action with an injury. The 24-year-old stepped up his recovery in midweek by getting back on the training pitch, United confirmed on Wednesday. ...Full Story »

Bayern Munich are planning a bid to sign Raphael Varane from Manchester United and are willing to pay around €20 million (£17m/$22m) for the defender. WHAT HAPPENED?Bayern hope to strengthen at centre-back in the January transfer window and have set their sights on the France international to enhance Thomas Tuchel's options, Sport reports. The German giants have also been linked wi...Full Story »

Manchester City survived a testing encounter at Goodison Park as they came from behind to beat Everton 3-1 and climb back into the top four.The newly-crowned Club World Cup winners recovered from going behind to former winger Jack Harrison’s first-half goal to score twice after the break through a beauty from Phil Foden and a Julian Alvarez penalty.Late on, Bernardo Silva curled home into ...Full Story »

KALVIN PHILLIPS celebrated Christmas Day with some touching photos after his stunning Wag partner gave birth to their baby. Manchester City star Phillips, 28, paid tribute to childhood sweetheart Ashleigh, 27, as they announced the arrival of their first child. The pair did not reveal the gender or name of the baby. But Phillips gushed over his new born in a heart-warming montage of photos....Full Story »

THE wife of a former Premier League star has stunned fans with her choice of Christmas outfit. Viktoria Varga - the partner of ex-Southampton striker Graziano Pelle - holds the prestigious, if unofficial, title of the "world's most beautiful woman". And the model looked sensational in her white dress as she celebrated the festive period. Viktoria, 32, shared six pictures of her rocking the ...Full Story »