Granit Xhaka has broken his silence on why he chose to stay loyal to Sunderland despite an emotional reunion offer from Xabi Alonso at Chelsea. Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka has opened up for the first time on his decision to reject a summer approach from Chelsea, revealing that the emotional pull of reuniting with former…
Chelsea will be without Moises Caicedo and three other first-team players when they host unbeaten Hull City at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea will be without Moises Caicedo, Marco Palestra, Jordan Henderson and Emmanuel Emegha for Saturday’s Premier League meeting with Hull City, with Xabi Alonso confirming that none of the four injured players is ready to…
The first Manchester derby of the 2026/27 Premier League season comes up at Old Trafford on Sunday, with both Manchester United and their city rivals carrying plenty of momentum, but for very different reasons. Manchester City have made a perfect start under Enzo Maresca and arrive after four consecutive victories in all competitions, while Michael…
Manchester United have banned 685 ticket accounts after a summer investigation into suspected ticket misuse, but the crackdown has triggered a protest from supporters ahead of Sunday’s Manchester derby. Manchester United have intensified their battle against ticket touting by banning 685 accounts following a summer investigation that has now sparked fresh anger among sections of…
Allan Saint-Maximin has detailed how racist abuse targeting his children forced him to leave Club América, insisting family came before career in one of the toughest decisions of his life. France international Allan Saint-Maximin has opened up on the real reason behind his sudden exit from Club América earlier this year, confirming that racist abuse…
Mauricio Pochettino believes Tottenham should retrospectively inherit Chelsea’s 2016-17 Premier League title following Chelsea’s punishment for historical rule breaches. Mauricio Pochettino has reignited the debate over Chelsea’s 2016-17 Premier League title by insisting Tottenham should be recognised as champions following the west London club’s punishment for historical rule breaches. Pochettino led Spurs to a club-record…
Erling Haaland has moved to within one goal of 60 Champions League strikes, putting two of Lionel Messi’s long-standing milestones firmly within his reach. Erling Haaland has placed two of Lionel Messi’s Champions League records within touching distance after another remarkable goalscoring performance for Manchester City. The Norway international struck twice as City opened their…
Lionel Messi is reportedly closing in on a takeover of Eldense that would deepen his involvement in Spanish football beyond his playing career. Lionel Messi is on the verge of adding another Spanish football club to his growing portfolio after reportedly reaching an agreement to take control of Eldense. The Argentine superstar is understood to…
South London goalkeeper George Kamurasi is facing an extraordinary career change after being selected to succeed his late cousin as ruler of Uganda’s historic Tooro Kingdom. George Desmond Kamurasi, captain and goalkeeper of south-east London non-league side SE Dons, is set for an extraordinary change of career after being selected as the next king of…
The Champions League returns this week with Europe’s biggest clubs beginning another battle for continental supremacy, but the action on the pitch will not be the only thing getting a fresh look. UEFA is entering the 2026/27 campaign with updated refereeing guidelines designed to reduce unnecessary delays, improve consistency and give officials greater assistance in…