15 h. ago ‘Play with a smile’: Tuchel challenges England to relax and hit top gear

Head coach thinks players ‘will rise to the occasion’Tuchel wants ‘more fluid’ and ‘more exciting’ footballThomas Tuchel has said England should not have an inferiority complex in relation to the world’s strongest teams but must start playing with a smile to realise their true potential.The England head coach said his side “have not clicked yet” and, as well as criticising the attitude against Andorra on Saturday, believes the performance was too rigid and too serious. England’s labours in Barcelona were put into sharper focus by the quality of Portugal and Spain in the Nations League final the following night. Tuchel, however, insists England are not inferior to those nations and will improve, beginning with the friendly against Senegal in Nottingham on Tuesday. Continue reading...

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52 h. ago Mason Greenwood in line for Man United reunion as 'transfer agreement reached'

Angel Gomes' contract was due to expire this summer and he has agreed a surprise move to France.

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5 d. ago Bright has made a brave decision, but are England doing enough to support their stars? | Tom Garry

World Cup captain’s withdrawal is an important wake-up call, and leaves serious questions for coach Sarina WiegmanMillie Bright’s decision to withdraw from selection for the European Championship this summer, partly to look after her mental health, is one of the most courageous acts an England player has made and might yet prove to have just as powerful an impact off the pitch as her performances have had on it.Going to a major tournament for your country is every player’s dream and therefore for Bright, who captained England in the 2023 World Cup final, to bravely risk criticism and sacrifice that opportunity because she has the self-awareness to know that – in her words – “the fans deserve more” than what she can offer is sad for the Lionesses, but it should also serve two higher purposes. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago Millie Bright: Lionesses defender withdraws from England's Euro 2025 squad for her health

Millie Bright captained England during their run to the World Cup final in 2023 but the Chelsea centre-back will play no part in this summer's Euro 2025 after admitting she is “not able to give 100 per cent mentally or physically” to England’s title defence.

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6 d. ago Spain vs England live: Result and reaction as Pina double sinks Lionesses in Nations League decider

Spain 2-1 England: The Lionesses lost their final match before their Euro 2025 squad announcement

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6 d. ago Spain vs England live: Latest score and updates as Pina double sends hosts ahead in Nations League decider

The England players will get a final chance to impress before the Euro 2025 squad is named

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6 d. ago Spain vs England live: Latest score and updates as Alessia Russo sends Lionesses ahead in Nations League decider

The England players will get a final chance to impress before the Euro 2025 squad is named

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6 d. ago Spain vs England live: Latest team news and updates as Lionesses face must

The England players will get a final chance to impress before the Euro 2025 squad is named

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7 d. ago Man Utd learn Bryan Mbeumo price tag as two demands explain why rivals pulled out

Bryan Mbeumo wants to sign for Manchester United but the Red Devils are yet to reach an agreement with Brentford, despite fending off competition from Newcastle

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7 d. ago James Haskell admits what REALLY caused his marriage with Chloe Madeley to break down after 'dark and painful' final year

James Haskell's wife, Chloe Madeley, described their final year of marriage as 'dark and painful'. Now, the former England rugby star has admitted his love of boozing contributed to the demise of their union.

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7 d. ago North Macedonia announces plan to take tariffs on US goods to zero in hopes of reciprocation

North Macedonia has announced plans to abolish all import taxes on the United States in the hope of reaching a reciprocal zero-tariff deal with the Trump administration

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8 d. ago Manchester United confirm agreement to sign Matheus Cunha from Wolves

Cunha agrees five-year deal with optional extra yearUnited pay £62.5m release clause to sign forwardManchester United have reached an agreement with Wolves to sign Matheus Cunha after agreeing to pay the Brazil forward’s £62.5m release clause.Cunha has been in Manchester over the weekend to put the finishing touches to his move to Old Trafford, which is subject to visa and registration being completed. He has agreed a five-year contract with an option for an additional year. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Is England vs Portugal on TV? How to watch Lionesses in Nations League match at Wembley

England go into their final two fixtures hoping to qualify for the Nations League semi-finals

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1 week ago Manchester United reach £4.2bn figure despite dismal season but Sir Jim Ratcliffe loses out

Manchester United have been ranked as the club with the third largest enterprise value in European football

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1 week ago Ghana vs Nigeria LIVE: Unity Cup result, latest updates and reaction after Super Eagles reach final

The two nations revived a long-standing rivalry in London tonight

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1 week ago Man United preparing for transfer windfall as Alvaro Carreras 'agreement' reached

Manchester United are looking to bring money into the club before committing to new additions to their squad this summer transfer window

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2 w. ago Transfer news LIVE: Man Utd finalise Cunha deal, Liverpool drop Wirtz hint, Gyokeres' Arsenal response

Manchester United have reached a full agreement to sign Matheus Cunha, Liverpool are closing in on both Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong, and Arsenal target Viktor Gyokeres has spoken out

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2 w. ago Transfer news LIVE: Man Utd finalise Cunha deal, Liverpool drop Wirtz hint, Gyokeres' Arsenal answer

Manchester United have reached a full agreement to sign Matheus Cunha, Liverpool are closing in on both Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong, and Arsenal target Viktor Gyokeres has spoken out

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2 w. ago Saints accuse Bordeaux of ‘foul play’ towards Henry Pollock in post

Bordeaux players ‘were after him’, complains Fin SmithPhil Dowson says early losses of two players had ‘huge impact’Northampton have urged tournament officials to launch an investigation into a post-game fracas involving England’s Henry Pollock after Bordeaux’s Champions Cup final victory. It is understood Saints will make a citing complaint if the incident does not lead to an official disciplinary probe.Phil Dowson, Saints’ director of rugby, said the 20-year-old had been the victim of “foul play” by a Bordeaux player. The meleé was initially sparked by an altercation between the Northampton captain, Fraser Dingwall, and the French international fly-half Matthieu Jalibert, before several other Bordeaux players became involved. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Champions Cup final halted after just minutes as horror collision sees England star given oxygen

Barely five minutes had been played when the incident occurred.

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