Liverpool have announced a 31-man squad for their pre-season tour of the United States, including six injured players and several academy prospects, as head coach Andoni Iraola prioritises team bonding.
Shakhtar Donetsk have contacted Chelsea, Fulham, and Brentford about hosting their Champions League home games next season due to the war in Ukraine.
Argentina will automatically qualify for the 2030 World Cup as co-host, despite calls for a ban after unsportsmanlike conduct in the 2026 final loss to Spain.
Newsboy selects Blue Prince as his Nap at Salisbury and pairs Massimo Blue at Wolverhampton for a Daily Double in Tuesday's horseracing tips.
Argentina players turned their backs on Spain during the medal ceremony after losing the 2026 World Cup final 1-0, capping a bad-tempered match with poor sportsmanship.
Athletes from 74 countries arrive in Glasgow for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, featuring 215 gold medals and the relaunched Commonwealth Mile. Josh Kerr, new world record holder, is a clear favorite after setting a stunning 3:42.66 mile record.
Argentina criticise FIFA for not giving Lionel Messi the Golden Ball award after the World Cup final, calling the decision 'almost insulting' as Messi scored eight goals and provided four assists.
Elijah Upson, son of former Arsenal defender Matthew Upson, has rejected a professional contract at Tottenham to join Arsenal's academy, citing first-team pathway concerns.
Former Newcastle Knights and Catalans Dragons half-back Scott Dureau has died at 39 after a long battle with cancer, the club announced.
Tottenham striker Richarlison celebrated Argentina's World Cup final loss to Spain, sliding across his lounge floor. The Brazilian may face awkward reunions with Spurs teammates Cristian Romero and Marcos Senesi.
Lisandro Martinez limped off in Argentina's World Cup final loss to Spain, leaving Manchester United with a fitness concern. With just weeks until the Premier League opener, Michael Carrick may start without his first-choice centre-back.
Pep Guardiola has held talks with the Italian Football Federation about becoming Italy's head coach, with Paolo Maldini and Leonardo meeting him in Barcelona.
Argentina players turned their backs on Spain's trophy presentation after a 1-0 extra-time loss in the World Cup final, with tensions boiling over post-match.
Knowsley Council has approved plans to revamp AFC Knowsley's ground with a new 50-seat spectator stand, floodlighting, ticket booth, and dugouts. The club, now in the North West Counties Football League, says the upgrades are needed for FA grading.
Argentina President Javier Milei announced a national holiday to celebrate the national team's return after their World Cup final defeat to Spain, despite ugly scenes including punches thrown at full-time.
George Russell launched an explosive untelevised radio rant after colliding with Lewis Hamilton on the first lap of the Belgian Grand Prix, blaming an engine glitch. Mercedes boss Toto Wolff responded.
Alex McLeish, who led Motherwell past HB Torshavn in 1994, predicts Alfred Johansson's side will triumph in their Europa Conference League qualifier, despite the Faroese team's improved pedigree.
Six Manchester City players return from World Cup duty in time for pre-season tour to Asia, including Josko Gvardiol, Mateo Kovacic, and Tijjani Reijnders.
Emma Hayes emerges as the top pundit of World Cup 2026, with ITV beating BBC overall. Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart, and Ange Postecoglou also shine, while Lee Dixon and Alexi Lalas rank lowest.
Alice Ferrari, 11, died after her hair became trapped in a swimming pool's suction outlet at a lido in Sestri Levante, Italy. The pool co-manager cut her hair free, but she later died in hospital.
The 2026/27 Premier League season kicks off on August 21 with all 20 teams in action. Title holders Arsenal host Coventry City, while new managers at Liverpool, Man City, and Chelsea face stern tests.
Former Manchester City teammates Nicolas Otamendi and Rodri engaged in a heated confrontation after Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup final, with Otamendi accusing Rodri and Laporte of complaining to referees.
Tottenham have sold academy winger Tynan Thompson to Manchester United for £8m, with add-ons. Thompson, an England U18s international, scored 13 goals last season. Spurs retain matching rights and a 20% sell-on clause.
Stuart Lewis ends 11-year Tottenham stint to become Ipswich Town assistant coach under Gary O'Neil, having developed talents like Williams-Barnett and Byfield.
Police detained at least a dozen relatives of Argentina players after the World Cup final in New York, following Spain's 1-0 win and a brawl involving Leandro Paredes.
Manchester United have completed the signing of 18-year-old winger Tynan Thompson from Tottenham Hotspur in a deal worth up to £8 million, including add-ons and a 15% sell-on clause.
The Premier League 2026/27 season kicks off on August 21. Arsenal face Coventry City, Hull City host Manchester United. Full fixture list, TV times, and ticket info.
The 2026/27 Premier League season starts August 21 with Arsenal vs Coventry. Full opening fixtures, TV coverage on Sky Sports and TNT, and ticket info via Seat Unique.
The 2026/27 Premier League season kicks off on August 21. Reigning champions Arsenal host Coventry City, while Hull City face Manchester City. Sky Sports and TNT Sports will broadcast matches.
Lucas Bergvall remains determined to leave Tottenham this summer, frustrated by a lack of contact from manager Roberto De Zerbi and limited opportunities as a No8. Newcastle and Nottingham Forest bids rejected.