12 h. ago Man United icon who won the Champions League looks unrecognisable at non

A Champions League winner under Sir Alex Ferguson's Treble-winning squad now plies his trade as manager of a side in the National League North

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12 h. ago Ruben Amorim: Man Utd sticking to transfer plan despite raft of absentees

Amorim’s side are likely to again be without eight players for Sunday’s trip to rivals Leeds.

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12 h. ago Man Utd Champions League winner now looks unrecognisable as non

A Champions League winner with Sir Alex Ferguson's legendary Treble clinching Manchester United side is now managing a football club in National League North

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13 h. ago Arne Slot not looking at title race and calls Liverpool’s season a ‘constant battle’

‘Every single game we play it’s hard work,’ says SlotLiverpool fourth before trip to Fulham on Sunday Arne Slot has described Liverpool’s first half of the season as a “constant battle” and admitted the title race appeared to be a straight fight between Arsenal and Manchester City.The Premier League champions are 12 points adrift of Mikel Arteta’s leaders after a goalless draw with Leeds on New Year’s Day. Liverpool are unbeaten in eight matches and back in the Champions League places after recovering from the club’s worst run in 71 years, yet remain unconvincing. Slot conceded his team are not “flying” or in contention to retain their title at present. Continue reading...

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17 h. ago Football transfer rumours: Mohamed Salah in line for Roma return?

Today’s fluff has a dusty war chestTwo days in, and we have our first piece of Mohamed Salah transfer jabber. Reports in Italy suggest Liverpool’s unsettled forward could be Roma-bound. According to La Repubblica, the Giallorossi are keen to bring Salah back to the club he played for in 2015-17 but are unlikely to move for him until the summer. If he does hang around at Anfield for any length of time, Salah could have a new teammate in the form of the Club Brugge central defender Joel Ordóñez. The Mirror suggests Liverpool are set to shell out an initial £35m rising to £43m for the Ecuador international. The Premier League champions have a clearer run at a deal too now that Chelsea have withdrawn their interest.The furiously energetic Conor Gallagher has been kicking his heels of late, having started only four league games for Atlético Madrid this season, and is thus attracting interest from Premier League clubs looking to rev up their midfields. Manchester United were linked with h...

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17 h. ago Manchester United have been handed a January opportunity they can't afford to miss

Man Utd have reached the halfway point of the season and they are firmly in contention for a Champions League spot in 2026/27.

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31 h. ago Obdurate Leeds keep toiling Liverpool at arm’s length to earn point

Two unbeaten records continued at Anfield but only one team could take satisfaction from that. Leeds succeeded in stifling and frustrating Liverpool as the first goalless draw of Arne Slot’s reign underlined the limitations that linger behind the Premier League champions’ recent recovery.A drab scoreless draw, the first in 84 Liverpool games under Slot, owed much to the defensive dominance of the excellent Jaka Bijol and Pascal Struijk but also the home side’s inability to break down a compact Leeds unit. Liverpool were reduced to hopeful half chances and there was a smattering of boos around Anfield as the final whistle sounded on a laboured performance. Continue reading...

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31 h. ago Wasteful Ekitiké helps Leeds keep toiling Liverpool at arm’s length

Two unbeaten records were maintained at Anfield but only one team took satisfaction along with their point. Leeds succeeded in stifling and frustrating Liverpool as the first goalless draw of Arne Slot’s reign underlined the limitations that linger behind the Premier League champions’ recent recovery.A drab scoreless draw, the first in 84 Liverpool games under Slot, owed much to the defensive excellence of Jaka Bijol and Pascal Struijk as Daniel Farke’s depleted visitors extended their unbeaten run to six matches and moved seven points clear of the relegation zone. But Liverpool’s contribution to a meagre spectacle was significant too. Continue reading...

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31 h. ago Arne Slot’s tactical change flops as lacklustre Liverpool held to miserable draw by Leeds

Liverpool hosted Leeds United at Anfield but the Reds were unable to take the chance to put more distance between themselves and the rest of the Champions League chasing pack

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39 h. ago From Sehitler to Armstrong: 10 female footballers set for breakthrough in 2026

Today’s newsletter looks at 10 superlative talents who are ready to take the next step in the coming 12 monthsAlara Sehitler, Bayern Munich and Germany (19): Sehitler’s transition into Bayern Munich’s first team has come as little surprise and the creative midfielder has established herself as a strong impact player for José Barcala’s side. She has three Frauen Bundesliga goals this season and sparked Bayern’s comeback against Arsenal in the Champions League. After making her senior debut for Germany in November 2024, she will be looking to establish herself as a regular for their upcoming 2027 World Cup qualifiers.Giulia Galli, Roma and Italy (17): Galli is widely regarded as one of the best young Italian talents to emerge for a long time and became Roma’s youngest player to make her Serie A debut in May 2024, aged 16 and one month. Establishing herself in the senior squad this season, she scored her first club goal in September and has featured in the Champions League. After starr...

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42 h. ago Liverpool news: First January transfer agreed as 'sensational' alternative gets approval

Liverpool are already making moves in the January transfer window with one arrival agreed and another under consideration for the Premier League champions

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44 h. ago Four transfers Manchester United must make in January window

The January transfer window is upon us and Man Utd have the chance to put their foot down in a bid to return to the Champions League.

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52 h. ago Pep Guardiola: 2025 was one of my best years at Manchester City

City failed to win a trophy last season after an underwhelming campaign.

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59 h. ago Napoli say Rasmus Højlund’s permanent move from Manchester United a ‘formality’

Striker has scored nine goals since joining on loanChampions League qualification brings obligation to buyThe Napoli sporting director, Giovanni Manna, considers Rasmus Højlund’s permanent transfer from Manchester United a “formality”.Højlund joined the Serie A champions on loan last summer and the Denmark striker has scored nine goals in 20 appearances, including a double in Sunday’s 2-0 win at Cremonese. Napoli are third in Serie A, occupying one of Italy’s four Champions League places. Continue reading...

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66 h. ago Liverpool transfer news: Arne Slot blasted over 'stupid decision' as January switch looms

Liverpool face January transfer decisions as the Premier League champions try to get themselves back into title contention by maintaining their winning run

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67 h. ago Arsenal questions, England's World Cup plan and Lionel Messi's farewell

2025 saw the crowning of Liverpool as Premier League champions and PSG claim European glory but the next 12 months looks set to be the stage for another epic title race and the World Cup in North America

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3 d. ago Swansea City on red alert as Liverpool target playing in Champions League set for move

The midfielder could well be on the move again this winter

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4 d. ago Coventry v Ipswich, Middlesbrough v Hull, Afcon 2025 and more: Football League – live

Updates from Championship, League One and TwoGet in touch: contact Rob via email if you likeZambia (poss 4-2-3-1) Mwanza; M Banda, B Sakala, Chanda, L Musonda; Chongo, Chaiwa; Hamansenya, Kangwa, Liteta; Daka.Subs: O Chisala, F Musonda, Lahne, L Banda, Sabobo, W Chisala, Sunzu, Kalusa, Mulenga, Mwansa, K Musonda, Phiri, Mphande, Tembo, Mandanji. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Every EFL game being played today, who's on TV, and bizarre kick

A number of matches are set to take place across the English Football League on Monday, December 29, and football fans can watch each of them live and direct via Sky Sports

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4 d. ago Premier League Darts could be left without reigning world champion as two

GARY ANDERSON missing the Premier League Darts would be a "nightmare" for the PDC if he wins the World Championships, according to Vincent Van der Voort. The Flying Scotsman, 55, edged Jermaine Wattimena in a thrilling seven-set third round clash to book his place in the last-16 at Ally Pally on Sunday. The two-time world...

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