2 h. ago Beyond the Bernabéu: how Modric’s shock Swansea investment came to be

The Ballon d’Or winner has set his sights on helping the club grow, offering his expertise and pulling powerIt was the transfer nobody saw coming: Luka Modric to Swansea City, not joining as a player but a minority stakeholder. The most decorated player in Real Madrid’s history, a six-time Champions League winner and one of the greatest midfielders of his generation pitching up as a co-owner at a mid-table Championship club was certainly an unforeseen end-of-season development. A Ballon d’Or winner and Bernabéu star walking into the Swansea boardroom or exploring the Mumbles?The sight of Modric cradling a Swansea-branded football in the accompanying press release prompted a few double-takes and sent a jolt across the game. “Hi Swansea fans, I’m Luka Modric and I’m excited to be part of the journey,” came his message. The 39-year-old Croatia captain may be in the twilight of his career but Swansea hope those words mark just the start of his involvement. “My goal is to support the clu...

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2 h. ago Bonnie Blue sponsors football club which is 'thrilled' to have her name plastered all over their kit

The controversial adult star, 25, became the official kit sponsor of Calstock FC, located near Plymouth.

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6 h. ago Bonnie Blue names top Premier League club who have 'BANNED' her after she offered to 'pleasure' fans at a game

Bonnie Blue has been 'permanently banned' by a Premier League club and was 'escorted off the premises', having turned up at their stadium after offering to pleasure fans. 

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20 h. ago Who are the Seraphites? The scarred cult members in The Last of Us episode three

The religious sect will already be familiar to fans of the video game

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21 h. ago RFU opens door to hosting Chelsea if they need temporary home

Richmond council could block Twickenham moveChelsea considering long-term move to Earl’s CourtThe Rugby Football Union chief executive, Bill Sweeney, has said Twickenham could host Chelsea matches if the Premier League club is seeking a temporary home – but he believes the local council would attempt to stand in the way.Sweeney acknowledged the financial carrot of hosting an elite football team on a short-term basis and revealed discussions had previously taken place. Chelsea have long since been looking to either upgrade Stamford Bridge or relocate elsewhere in London and in 2017 it was said that moving temporarily to Twickenham was an option being considered. Continue reading...

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23 h. ago Premier League club 'up for sale for £125million' as owner reacts to relegation

All three promoted teams have been relegated straight back to the Championship and Southampton owner Dragan Solak is reportedly ready to cut his losses with a sale

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25 h. ago Premier League club slammed as women's team discover promotion bid was NOT submitted

Wolves women finished second in the FA Women's National League Northern Premier Division behind Nottingham Forest but were left "devastated" after discovering the club never submitted their bid to play in the Championship

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26 h. ago Liverpool's road to glory: How a defeat, stopping Arsenal and Darwin Nunez double won the league

Liverpool have won the club's 20th league title and a second Premier League crown in the past five years, but their road to glory this season hasn't always been a smooth one

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28 h. ago Furious Liverpool fan launches hunt for fellow supporters who wrecked his van by dancing on its roof

A furious Liverpool supporter appealed for help after his van was wrecked by fellow fans celebrating the club's Premier League title win on Sunday afternoon outside Anfield.

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38 h. ago Alisson has already provided answer to surprise Liverpool question after title success

Alisson has again been a superb last line of defence for Liverpool en route to their Premier League title victory, and his status as the club's No.1 cannot be questioned

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44 h. ago ‘This is important’: on the ground with Liverpool fans at Anfield

Emotions ran high as the club prepared for Premier League final against Tottenham“This is important. It means a lot to be here,” said Ann-Marie Barton, who remembers the mixed emotions when Liverpool last won the title: yes she was drinking champagne, but it was alone at home because of the Covid pandemic. “It was just me and Scooby [a stuffed mascot], and he doesn’t talk much.”On Sunday she was out in blazing sunshine at Anfield with good friends lapping up the communal party atmosphere. Everyone seemed to be smiling. It was some party and was never going to be spoiled. Continue reading...

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44 h. ago Liverpool win Premier League title and equal Man Utd record to go 'back on perch'

Liverpool have won the Premier League and become the undisputed most successful club in English football ahead of their bitter rivals Manchester United

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47 h. ago Premier League issue explanation on red card as Evanilson 'endangers' Man Utd star

Brazilian forward Evanilson was sent off during the second-half of Bournemouth's home game with Manchester United on Sunday afternoon with many fans slamming the decision

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54 h. ago The Last of Us analysed as fans question if Abby dies in the video game

The Last of Us fans want answers about Abby

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66 h. ago How Wrexham surged from obscurity to within sight of the Premier League

A dream of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney as they finalized their out-of-the-blue takeover of Wrexham in 2021 was to lead the long-suffering club to the Premier League

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3 d. ago ITV Who Wants To Be A Millionaire announces return date after fans left 'fuming'

Fans of the ITV game show has just been given a major update

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3 d. ago Liverpool will improve next season in search for perfection, warns Arne Slot

Team need point against Tottenham to clinch league title‘In some moments we have to do much better,’ says coachArne Slot has warned Liverpool’s Premier League rivals that he expects the champions-elect to improve next season as they strive to fulfil his vision of the perfect team.Liverpool require one point at home to Tottenham on Sunday to secure a record-equalling 20th league title and for Slot to become the first Dutch coach to win the Premier League. The head coach admits his team have “a big responsibility” to deliver at Anfield given the club’s last Premier League triumph, in 2020, came behind closed doors during the Covid pandemic. Slot’s family will be in attendance, although he says their visit was planned months ago to coincide with a public holiday in the Netherlands. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Bonkers Liverpool decision sees football authorities disrespecting the FA Cup

FA Cup and Premier League fixture scheduling has fans up in arms - when will football rulers realise the 'beautiful game' is being abused to such an extent, that people are growing tired of it?

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4 d. ago Slot on Liverpool’s final title push; Hürzeler’s João Pedro frustration; FA Cup: football – live

Premier League and FA Cup semis: 10 things to look forFixtures | Latest tables | And you can also email DavidIf you’re planning an idle non-football related trip to Liverpool this weekend this weekend, I’d probably advise against it. No doubt the city will be absolutely packed with fans ready to bask in the warm glow of the club’s 20th league title – and second in the Premier League era.That previous title was in the 2019/20 Covid season, so this will be a proper chance to celebrate drawing level with Manchester United. Slot said he hoped Liverpool’s fans would bring their usual level of noise and support I think it might be a little louder than normal, Arne. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Slot on Liverpool’s final title push, FA Cup and WCL semis, plus team news: football – live

Premier League and FA Cup semis: 10 things to look forFixtures | Latest tables | And you can also email DominicIf you’re planning an idle non-football related trip to Liverpool this weekend this weekend, I’d probably advise against it. No doubt the city will be absolutely packed with fans ready to bask in the warm glow of the club’s 20th league title – and second in the Premier League era.That previous title was in the 2019/20 Covid season, so this will be a proper chance to celebrate drawing level with Manchester United. Slot said he hoped Liverpool’s fans would bring their usual level of noise and support I think it might be a little louder than normal, Arne. Continue reading...

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