Second-half goals from Harvey Gilmour and Milli Alli earned Halifax a hard-fought 2-0 win over visitors Aldershot at The Shay.The hosts were fortunate to reach half-time level-pegging after former Town striker Tahvon Campbell went close from long range then Henry Ochieng’s effort was grabbed by keeper Sam Johnson.But Halifax had more success in the second half with Rob Harker going close b...Full Story »

England Under-21s slipped to a 2-1 defeat by Croatia in their final warm-up match ahead of this summer’s European Championship.Lee Carsley’s side were bidding to sign off for Georgia with a fourth friendly win out of four, having beaten Germany, Italy and, on Saturday, thumping France 4-0.But Carsley changed all 10 outfield players for their last tune-up match and they had only a lat...Full Story »

Robin van Persie explains why he's expecting to see Arsenal win the Premier League title this season The north London side are currently setting the pace at the top of the English top flight as the Gunners aim to lift the prestigious trophy for the first time since their famous unbeaten triumph in the 2003-04 campaign. Mikel Arteta's side are eight points clear of second-placed Manchester City...Full Story »

Manchester United are exploring the prospect of signing Benfica star Goncalo Ramos. Ramos is understood to be disappointed that club chiefs have not yet rewarded him for his efforts with a new and improved contract. Last summer, the Portuguese giants' president Rui Costa promised the striker a salary increase which has yet to materialise. The Portugal international still has over three year...Full Story »

Jack Grealish has stunned fans of Manchester City, after he revealed his monstrous post-match Chinese order. Grealish - who has been among the standout performers for Manchester City this season - has revealed that he isn't one for a healthy post-match meal, as he instead opts for a trip to Manchester to pick up a hefty Chinese feast. The England international spoke of how he treats himself ...Full Story »

NEWCASTLE goalkeeper Loris Karius' girlfriend Diletta Leotta channelled her inner Pamela Anderson with a stunning pic on social media. TV presenter Leotta posed in a red swimsuit on the beach with her small baby bump as she expects a child with Karius and shared the image on her Instagram account. Diletta Leotta channelled her inner Pamela Anderson on the beach The 31-year-old looked very muc...Full Story »

Ten-man Hamilton hung on to defeat defending champions Raith Rovers 1-0 in the final of the SPFL Trust Trophy.Raith, who saw off Queen of the South 12 months ago and also shared the trophy in 2020, were hoping for a repeat at Falkirk Stadium but could not find an equaliser after Dan O’Reilly was sent off early in the second half.Hamilton took the lead in the 30th minute through a fine fini...Full Story »

Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva insists he's not been unsettled by interest from Barcelona. Bernardo is a personal target for Barca coach Xavi. In an interview for Arab News, he confessed: "Honestly, whatever is said doesn't affect me. I'm trying to do my best and then whatever happens, happens. "There are three months of competition left and so many important things to fight for,...Full Story »

Jody Morris was left ruing his luck after seeing his Swindon side reduced to 10 men in the first minute of their 1-0 defeat at home to promotion-chasing Stockport in League Two.Jacob Wakeling was given his marching orders for hauling down Kyle Knoyle in the box when the Stockport man was through in goal.Sol Brynn saved Paddy Madden’s resulting penalty and Swindon held on until the 80th min...Full Story »

Steve Evans lamented Stevenage’s shambolic defensive display as they suffered a 3-1 defeat to fellow League Two promotion chasers Salford.Boro started the better of the two sides and almost took the lead after 26 seconds when Luke Norris headed over from Jordan Roberts’ cross.Salford were in debt to goalkeeper Alex Cairns, who produced a wonderful save from Dan Sweeney’s header...Full Story »

A late Connor Jennings strike earned struggling Hartlepool a spirited 1-1 draw with leaders Leyton Orient.The 31-year-old, on loan from Stockport, breathed fresh life into Pools’ battle for survival with a well-taken finish nine minutes from time.That cancelled out Paul Smyth’s brilliant opener for Orient in the 48th minute – his 10th of the season and first since December 17.P...Full Story »

N'Golo Kante is closing in on a full return from injury after playing in behind-closed-doors friendly for Chelsea on Friday. Kante hasn't featured for Chelsea since August Hamstring injury rehab nearly finished Potter gave update on French midfielder WHAT HAPPENED? The Athletic report that Kante played an hour in the friendly match, a 3-0 win for a Chelsea side against Charlton, and came...Full Story »

Queen’s Park slipped up in their bid for the cinch Championship title with a shock 1-0 defeat at home to second-bottom Arbroath.Substitute Dale Hilson scored 15 minutes from time to lift the visitors, who began the game off the foot of the table only on goal difference, up to eighth and dent the league leaders’ hopes of securing promotion to the top flight.Hilson hit the winner ...Full Story »

CHELSEA star Thiago Silva has turned handyman while out injured. The 38-year-old was ruled out for up to six weeks after suffering a knee injury in the Blues' 2-0 defeat to Tottenham last month. Silva has remained a visible presence at Stamford Bridge throughout his lay-off, supporting his team-mates from the stands. And he has also been productive at home during his time on the sidelines. ...Full Story »

Chelsea may look to part ways with Kepa Arizzabalaga this summer as they look for an upgrade in the goalkeeper department. The Blues paid a world record goalkeeper fee for Kepa back in 2018, coughing up £71million for the Spaniard from Athleic Bilbao and it’s safe to say it’s been a very bumpy ride for the player since his arrival. Kepa has had his moments of brilliance but al...Full Story »

Atletico Madrid striker Antoine Griezmann considered international retirement after being overlooked for the France captaincy. PSG star Kylian Mbappe was named Les Bleus captain this week. AS says Griezmann saw himself at Euro 2024 wearing the armband; Didier Deschamps' decision has come as a huge blow for the forward, to such an extent that he even considered international retirement on the...Full Story »

Manchester United could use Dean Henderson to bring Tottenham to the negotiating table for Harry Kane. Tottenham have targeted Henderson as an alternative this summer if United are willing to let him leave, says ESPN. And the report adds Red Devils chiefs could use that to their advantage in negotiations over Kane. Kane is believed to be Erik ten Hag's no1 target this summer but United fear...Full Story »

Former Real Madrid and Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil has announced his retirement from professional football at age 34. Ozil, who was part of Germany's World Cup-winning squad in 2014, has spent the past three seasons in the Turkish Super Lig and retires after making four league appearances for Basaksehir, who he joined as a free agent last year. He retired from international duty in 2018 am...Full Story »

Republic of Ireland boss Stephen Kenny is refusing to take anything for granted after seeing 18-year-old striker Evan Ferguson launch his senior international career in earnest.The Brighton teenager announced himself in style with a first goal for his country in Wednesday night’s 3-2 friendly victory over Latvia in Dublin.Ferguson, starting for the first time, and debutant Will Smallbone t...Full Story »

Evan Ferguson marked his first senior international start with his first goal as the Republic of Ireland warmed up for their Euro 2024 qualifier against France with a 3-2 friendly victory over Latvia.The 18 year-old frontman, who has scored six goals in his last 13 games for Brighton, needed just 17 minutes to open his account on an incident-packed night in Dublin.It is the misfortune of every p...Full Story »