Barcelona presidential candidate Marc Ciria is "sure that Lionel Messi wants to return" to the La Liga giants. Ciria will challenge current club president Joan Laporta in the 2026 elections and has admitted that he'd do everything in his power to bring the Argentine star back to Spotify Camp Nou. Messi tearfully left Barcelona at the end of his contract in 2021 before joining Paris Saint-Germai...Full Story »

Luka Modric has named Jose Mourinho as the toughest manager of his illustrious career, claiming the legendary boss is so intense that he once made Cristiano Ronaldo cry in the Real Madrid dressing room. The Croatia and AC Milan midfielder has worked under several world-class coaches during his sparkling spell in football, but he has labelled the Portuguese as the strictest of them all...Full Story »

Arsenal should have conceded a penalty in their 1-0 win over Everton on 20 December, according to the Premier League's Key Match Incidents Panel (KMI). The Gunners have now been told they should have given away a spot kick when William Saliba and Thierno Barry challenged for the ball at Hill Dickinson Stadium - in a controversial decision which could have huge implications in this season’...Full Story »

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca could be sacked if results do not improve in January, according to Sky Sports. The Italian is under pressure after overseeing a dismal run of form which has seen the Blues win just one of their last seven Premier League games - a victory over Everton in which he described the build up to the match as his “worst 48 hours” at the club...Full Story »

Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi is wanted by several sides which now includes Spanish giants Real Madrid...Full Story »

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has told Lionel Messi he should “never retire” as the Argentina star continues to weigh up whether to compete at the 2026 World Cup. The Inter Miami forward remains undecided over whether he will turn up in North America next summer, but he has now been told he can be the difference maker for the defending champions...Full Story »

Espanyol have banned Barcelona fans from ‍wearing their team's shirt and stepped up security ahead of ​Saturday's LaLiga Catalan derby at the RCDE Stadium, with tensions running ‌high as Barcelona goalkeeper Joan ‌Garcia prepares to return to his former club...Full Story »

Out-of-favour Chelsea winger Raheem Sterling could be on the move in the January transfer window with Fulham reportedly still interested in securing his services. The Cottagers have previously explored the possibility of signing the England international, who is yet to make an appearance this season after being deemed surplus to requirements by Blues head coach Enzo Maresca...Full Story »

Liverpool midfielder James McConnell is expected to return to Anfield after his loan spell at Ajax is set to be terminated early...Full Story »

City have won nine games on the bounce in all competitions since their defeat to Bayer Leverkusen in late November...Full Story »

Arsenal sent their biggest message yet in the Premier League title race with a 4-0 thumping of Aston Villa at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night...Full Story »

Brighton and Hove Albion have agreed a deal to re-sign midfielder Pascal Gross from Bundesliga giants Borussia Dortmund, according to Fabrizio Romano. The Germany international is reportedly close to sealing a surprise return to the Premier League - just a year after he decided to end his seven-year stay with the Seagulls by returning to his homeland...Full Story »

South Africa discovered their opponents following the last round of group stage matches on Wednesday. The 1996 African champions will battle it out with the Indomitable Lions this weekend, with a spot in the quarter-finals at stake...Full Story »

Neymar has ended speculation about his future by signing a one-year contract extension with Santos, according to Brazilian outlet Globo...Full Story »

[(Brentford F.C.) Strength]: 1. Brentford F.C.'s form has improved significantly, and they will undoubtedly aim to maintain their strong momentum in this home match, showing plenty of motivation.2. Kevin Schade has scored a hat-trick in the last match to grab a win for Brentford F.C., showing outstanding performance.3. Brentford F.C. hammered AFC Bournemouth 4-1 in the last home match, making i...Full Story »

[(Derby County F.C.) Strength]: 1. Derby County F.C. currently sit 14th in the league with 32 points, free from relegation concerns. They are 6 points behind the top six promotion zone, and with only the first half of the season completed, they still have a chance to compete for a top-six spot. The team remain highly motivated.2. Although the starting center-forward is injured, Derby County F.C...Full Story »

[(Sunderland A.F.C.) Strength]: 1. Sunderland A.F.C. have performed very well in the league recently. After drawing against Leeds United in the previous league match, they have only suffered one defeat in the last 6 league matches.2. As the newly-promoted side, Sunderland A.F.C. have been strong in home league matches, keeping unbeaten at home so far in the league.3. Sunderland A.F.C. have mana...Full Story »

[(Queens Park Rangers) Strength]: 1. After 24 rounds of matches, Queens Park Rangers currently sit 9th in the EFL Championship standings, placing them in the upper-middle tier of the league and not far from the promotion play-offs zone. Facing Norwich City, who are deep in the relegation zone, the team will undoubtedly be aiming for a home victory to further solidify and improve their position....Full Story »

[(Charlton Athletic) Strength]: 1. Charlton Athletic currently sit 20th in the league with 27 points, just 5 points above the relegation zone. Facing league leaders Coventry City at home, the team will need to fight for a draw to distance themselves from the drop zone.2. Charlton Athletic defenders Joshua Edwards and forward Matt Godden are out with long-term injuries, but the team's core start...Full Story »

[(Liverpool F.C.) Strength]: 1. German midfielder Florian Wirtz started the previous match and scored a goal in the first half, marking his first goal since joining the club this season. This undoubtedly helped relieve the pressure on him and will significantly boost his confidence for the upcoming games.2. Due to Mohamed Salah's participation in the Africa Cup of Nations and Alexander Isak's i...Full Story »