Thomas Tuchel has named his England squad for a four-game Nations League window, recalling Trent Alexander-Arnold and Cole Palmer while delivering a clear message about the standards expected of players who make the cut. England face a demanding schedule. They host World Cup winners Spain, travel to Czech Republic and Croatia, before the Czechs visit…
Cristiano Ronaldo has been included in Jorge Jesus’ first Portugal squad, ending uncertainty over whether the 41-year-old would continue his international career. The Al-Nassr forward is part of a 25-man squad selected for Portugal’s four Nations League matches between September 24 and October 4. Ronaldo had declined to confirm his international future after Portugal were…
Bournemouth marked their first European appearance in club history with a 2-1 victory away to Real Sociedad in the Europa League. The Cherries took control in a dominant first half, with Justin Kluivert and Rayan scoring as their aggressive pressing caused problems for the Spanish side. Kluivert opened the scoring in the 11th minute after…
Nigeria’s Falconets are through to the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup after dispatching England 3-0 in Poland on Thursday. The decisive result was built around a fast start, a composed defensive display and two second-half goals that put the tie beyond England’s reach. Tosin Rafiu opened the scoring in the eighth…
Real Madrid survived a late scare at Elche as Carlos Espi scored in the 91st minute to secure a 3-2 LaLiga victory. Madrid appeared to be cruising after building a two-goal lead, but Elche fought back to level the match before Espi delivered the decisive moment. Kylian Mbappe played a key role in the victory,…
Leeds United moved up to third in the Premier League after a dominant 4-1 victory over Newcastle United at Elland Road. Daniel Farke’s side produced a devastating 14-minute spell before half-time. Newcastle struggled to cope as Leeds turned the game into a one-sided contest. Leeds took the lead in the 32nd minute through a deflected…
Former West Ham United, QPR and Czech Republic goalkeeper Ludek Miklosko has died aged 64 following a battle with cancer. Miklosko spent eight years at West Ham between 1990 and 1998, making almost 400 appearances for the club. He became a popular figure among supporters, who continued to sing his name long after his departure….
Nigeria’s Falconets stormed into the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup after crushing New Caledonia 10-1 in Poland. The thumping victory at Stadion Miejski ŁKS Łódź saw Nigeria finish second in Group F and secure a place in the round of 16, where they will face England. The Falconets took control…
The Big One — Manchester City 1-0 Manchester United The Manchester derby at Old Trafford went to City with a narrow but decisive 1-0 win. United have now failed to win in two of their opening four league matches. City, meanwhile, are quietly building momentum. A derby win always carries extra weight, but winning it…
Chelsea forced a 2-2 draw against Hull City at Stamford Bridge after a second half equaliser from Joao Pedro in an entertaining Premier League clash. The Blues eventually opened the scoring through club-record signing Rogers, who joined from Aston Villa for £117m. Rogers shifted the ball past Matt Crooks before firing a left-footed shot beyond…
