England's Under-20 Women's head coach Lydia Bedford has been instructed to maintain normal preparations ahead of next month's Under-20 World Cup, even as Uefa threatens action over tensions with Fifa. Bedford received th
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick is targeting reinforcements as he prepares for his debut full Premier League season at the helm. The manager believes the club has momentum as summer recruitment approaches.
Aston Villa face an unsettled start to the season following the exits of Youri Tielemans, Morgan Rogers and Lucas Digne. However, the club's recruitment work behind the scenes offers reason for optimism. The arrival of 1
Max Rushden hosts George Elek, Ali Maxwell and Seb Hutchinson for a comprehensive breakdown of developments across England's three lower divisions. The panel examines key storylines and upcoming fixtures in the Champions
Crystal Palace has appointed Pierre Sage as manager, looking to maintain momentum following Oliver Glasner's strong tenure. The South London club finished 15th last season and will aim to climb the table under new leader
All player moves completed during the 2026 summer transfer window across the six major women's leagues are documented here. The NWSL, WSL, Liga F, Frauen-Bundesliga, Première Ligue and Serie A Femminile transfers are tra
The transfer window across Europe's major competitions has closed following a busy summer. Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Ligue 1 and Serie A clubs finalized their squads ahead of the new season.
Referee Anthony Taylor has withdrawn from officiating duties, explaining his decision to BBC sports editor Dan Roan. Taylor cited the intense pressure and public examination of match officials as contributing factors to
Phil Foden begins his ninth season at Manchester City this year, marking his first under a manager other than Pep Guardiola. The midfielder signed a new contract with the club and will work with incoming manager Enzo Mar
Sunderland captured attention during the 2025-26 Premier League campaign with an impressive performance. Now the club faces a more demanding schedule as European football returns to its agenda.
Goalkeeper Michaely Bihina delivered a standout performance as Cameroon advanced to the 2026 Wafcon final by eliminating host nation Morocco. Bihina stopped a penalty during extra time and three additional spot kicks in
Coventry return to the Premier League after a 25-year absence, hoping to establish themselves under manager Frank Lampard. The club finished top of the Championship last season and now faces the challenge of competing at
Aston Villa's 17-year-old Brian Madjo drew praise for his attacking display despite his side's 2-1 defeat to PSG in the UEFA Super Cup. Match of the Day analysts Nedum Onuoha and Stephen Warnock highlighted the teenager'
Paris Saint-Germain secured victory over Aston Villa in the UEFA Super Cup, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Desire Doue finding the back of the net for the French side.
Desire Doue's strike was initially ruled out for offside but VAR overturned the decision to give PSG the lead against Aston Villa in the Super Cup second half.
Lucas Herrington has joined Hull City in a record $33m transfer from Colorado Rapids, becoming the most expensive Australian footballer ever traded. The 18-year-old's move to the Premier League surpasses Harry Souttar's
Matthias Jaissle's appointment as Newcastle manager marked a departure from the fanfare typically surrounding such announcements. Despite club officials billing his arrival as a transformative moment, the German delivere
Manchester United's new goalkeeper Janina Leitzig, who joined from Leicester this summer, is an accomplished gardener who found solace in cultivating vegetables during her three-and-a-half years with the Foxes. The forme
The Saudi Pro League season begins Thursday without Mohamed Salah, marking a transition away from the era of aging superstars. Cristiano Ronaldo remains a major presence at 41 years old, sitting 24 goals short of 1,000 c
The Knowledge column addressed a question that had gone unanswered in over two decades: which footballer has played for the most clubs throughout their career. The answer requires examining players across multiple eras a
England midfielder Georgia Stanway has unveiled a new tattoo celebrating her transfer to Arsenal from Bayern Munich. The 25-year-old decided to mark the move permanently after the club made a significant effort to recrui
Teams often choose not to reveal transfer fees for financial and tactical reasons. Undisclosed amounts allow clubs to manage their public image and avoid scrutiny over spending decisions. It also prevents rival organizat
A visual breakdown reveals stark divisions among FIFA's member nations regarding Gianni Infantino's tenure as president. The analysis charts which countries back his continued leadership and which oppose it.
David Squires' latest cartoon marks the return of the English Football League season, featuring familiar characters exploring the experience of supporting lower-league clubs. The piece captures the unique blend of hope a
Michael Carrick has brought stability to Manchester United's dressing room, compiling 12 wins and three draws across 17 games last season. His interim results were strong enough that the club had little choice but to han
Super Furry Animals will serve as shirt sponsor for Cwmbran Celtic this season, marking the Welsh indie-rock group's return to football sponsorship nearly three decades after their last involvement. In 1999, frontman Gru
Jorge Messi, the father and longtime representative of Argentina forward Lionel Messi, passed away at age 68 at a medical facility in Rosario following a prolonged illness. His family announced the death, noting that he
Bruno Guimarães became the most expensive midfielder aged 28 or older when Arsenal completed his £75m signing from Newcastle. The Brazilian midfielder's acquisition represents a move designed for immediate impact rather
The transfer window creates significant upheaval for footballers' families, forcing quick decisions on relocation when clubs finalize late deals. Spouses and children face the prospect of uprooting their lives and moving
Gianni Infantino's position has deteriorated rapidly following his proposal to sell World Cup broadcasting rights to outside investors. Days earlier, he was celebrating the tournament's record $15bn revenue while dismiss
