23 h. ago US attacks on Iran redraw calculus of use of force for allies and rivals around globe

Perceived readiness of US to employ force instead of negotiations could have knock-on effects around the worldUS politics live – latest updatesFor US allies and rivals around the world, Donald Trump’s strikes on Iran have redrawn the calculus of the White House’s readiness to use force in the kind of direct interventions that the president said he would make a thing of the past under his isolationist “America First” foreign policy.From Russia and China to Europe and across the global south, the president’s decision to launch the largest strategic bombing strike in US history indicates a White House that is ready to employ force abroad – but reluctantly and under the extremely temperamental and unpredictable leadership of the president. Continue reading...

Events

5 d. ago Everton flop Moise Kean has already given reason to snub Man Utd transfer

Manchester United have been linked with ex-Everton striker Moise Kean, who enjoyed a prolific first season with Fiorentina during which he scored 25 goals across all competitions

Politics

6 d. ago Antony ready to take drastic action in bid to quit Man Utd for dream transfer

Manchester United and Antony want to part ways and the Brazilian winger is happy to make a sacrifice to facilitate a transfer in the coming weeks following his Real Betis loan

Politics

7 d. ago Man Utd flop Andre Onana wanted in £40m transfer as Ruben Amorim eyes Prem goalkeeper

Onana has struggled since signing for United in 2023 to replace club legend David De Gea and the Red Devils are said to be willing to cash in on him to fund a move for World Cup winner Emiliano Martinez

Economics

8 d. ago Antony has given Manchester United the boost they needed amid £32.5m target

Man United ace Antony has created a market for himself this summer after his loan spell at Real Betis in the second half of 2024/25.

Economics

1 week ago Cole Palmer urged to take initiative ‘from first minute’ by Chelsea’s Enzo Maresca

Palmer appeared critical of the side’s approach in their victory in the UEFA Conference League final last month.

Politics

1 week ago Manchester United can finally land transfer windfall but face major stumbling block

Manchester United transfer news as Real Betis plot permanent move for Antony which breaks Premier League regulations

Sport

1 week ago Relentless Chelsea see chance to test evolving squad at Club World Cup

Keeping up with the pace of change in Maresca’s squad is far from easy and their US trip will be more of the sameThis is the never-ending season but Chelsea show no sign of wanting to slow down. They intend to embrace Fifa’s newly revamped Club World Cup – a potential £97m prize pot for the eventual winners is quite the draw in an age of intense financial scrutiny, after all – and have travelled to the US knowing that the tournament gives them an opportunity to find out more about a squad that has evolved in the short space of time since Enzo Maresca’s side beat Real Betis in the Uefa Conference League final on 28 May.There has been little time to pause for breath before Chelsea get up and running in Group D by facing the Major League Soccer side Los Angeles FC in Atlanta on Monday. Some players have had a 10-day break, others have been away on international duty and there has been no sign of anyone in the recruitment department taking a bit of annual leave. Continue reading...

Politics

2 w. ago Manchester United receive fresh update on the sale of £86m winger this summer

Antony rediscovered his form during his time on loan with Real Betis and Man Utd want to sell him permanently.

Economics

2 w. ago Why summer transfer window closes TODAY at unusual time and when it reopens

Premier League clubs are facing a slightly different summer this year with two transfer windows having been announced by FIFA with the first deadline on the horizon

Politics

3 w. ago Emotional Antony message speaks volumes as Manchester United transfer hint given

Latest Manchester United news as Antony bids farewell to Real Betis

Sport

3 w. ago Manchester United: Antony hints at transfer decision after delivering Instagram verdict on Real Betis move

The Brazilian enjoyed a fruitful loan spell in Spain, helping Real Betis qualify for Europe and reach the Conference League final

Sport

3 w. ago Antony sends heartfelt message to fans ahead of planned Man Utd future talks

Antony has been rejuvenated since joining Real Betis on loan and was keen on making his stay in Seville permanent but post on social media has now cast that plan in doubt

Politics

3 w. ago Manchester United handed fresh Antony transfer exit update as plan emerges for deal

Real Betis are keen to sign Manchester United flop Antony this summer, but are unable to meet the club's asking price in a permanent deal.

Economics

4 w. ago Real Betis ready to employ unusual transfer tactic to land Man Utd flop Antony

Antony is keen to stay at Real Betis but with the financial realities of a deal with Manchester United proving problematic, reports in Spain suggest a novel solution

Politics

4 w. ago Fiorentina manager sees contract terminated three weeks after signing extension

Palladino saw his contracted on the eve of the club’s Conference League semi-final second leg with Real Betis, which ended in aggregate defeat

Society

last month Man United players rally to support Antony after emotional statement following Chelsea loss

Manchester United loanee Antony lost the Conference League final to Chelsea on Wednesday night in what could be his last game for Real Betis

Sport

last month Chelsea close in on £30m Delap and keen to support Maresca with further signings

Chelsea feel manager on right track after first trophy22-year-old Delap favours move to west London Chelsea are closing in on the signing of the Ipswich striker Liam Delap and are plotting further key additions as they seek to mould a winning dynasty and help Enzo Maresca’s young side build on qualifying for the Champions League and their triumph in the Conference League.Maresca, who wants to use his team’s 4-1 victory over Real Betis in the Conference League final as a springboard for future success, enjoys the backing of the club’s hierarchy after a successful first year in charge and will not face demands to win the Premier League next season. Continue reading...

Economics

last month Noni Madueke snaps back at critics after Chelsea win Conference League

Chelsea secured their first trophy under Enzo Maresca with a 4-1 win over Real Betis

Sport

last month Noni Madueke comments on Enzo Maresca speak volumes after Chelsea's Conference League triumph

Chelsea ended the season by following up Champions League qualification with victory in the UEFA Conference League, as Enzo Maresca's young side came of age in Wroclaw and thrashed Real Betis

Sport