Angela Merkel backs Vincent Kompany and says she would have chosen him as her coach
Former German chancellor Angela Merkel has expressed her support for Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany, wishing him a swift recovery...
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Philipp Lahm: Harry Kane would have preferred Champions League glory to Ballon d’Or
Philipp Lahm says Harry Kane would have valued winning the Champions League more highly than receiving the Ballon d’Or, despite...
Racing Santander boss Jose Alberto Lopez vows to stay true to style against Real Madrid
Racing Santander manager Jose Alberto Lopez says his side will not abandon their usual approach when they face Real Madrid...
Lothar Matthaus has launched a strong criticism of Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior, calling on club president Florentino Perez to...
Maresca backs Donnarumma to start for Manchester City against Brighton
Enzo Maresca says Gianluigi Donnarumma remains Manchester City’s first-choice goalkeeper and will start against Brighton in the Premier League on...
Benrahma follows Ronaldo’s lead by sharing Roshn Saudi League award
Neom forward Said Benrahma followed Cristiano Ronaldo’s example by giving away his Player of the Match award after his side’s...
Liverpool explore January loan move for out-of-favour Trent Alexander-Arnold
Liverpool have opened discussions with Trent Alexander-Arnold’s representatives about bringing the former defender back to Anfield during the January transfer...
Former referee Javier Estrada Fernandez claims ‘hatred of Catalans’ limits top-flight officials
Former La Liga referee Javier Estrada Fernandez has reignited the debate over Catalan representation in Spanish football’s refereeing system, saying...
Ivan Toney misses Al Ahli’s Al Shabab clash after Southwark Crown Court hearing
Al Ahli forward Ivan Toney was unavailable for Friday’s Saudi Pro League match against Al Shabab after appearing at Southwark...
Pedro Porro’s Real Madrid and Barcelona hopes face very different obstacles
Despite being one of the most prominent players in the Spain squad that became world champions, Pedro Porro’s ambition to...
Alcaraz beats Paul to set up Medvedev semi-final in Vienna
Carlos Alcaraz reached the Vienna tournament semi-finals with a straight-set victory over American Tommy Paul, winning 6-4 7-6 (2) to...
Iraola says Anfield atmosphere gives Liverpool ‘big advantage’ against Arsenal
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola says the atmosphere at Anfield can provide his side with a significant advantage when they host...
Real Madrid suffer double injury blow as Theo Maledon and Mikael Jantunen face spells out
Real Madrid’s strong start to the season has been disrupted by injuries to Theo Maledon and Mikael Jantunen during their...
Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United make enquiries about Bayern Munich teenager Lennart Karl
Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United have contacted Bayern Munich to ask about the situation of 18-year-old attacking midfielder Lennart Karl....
Camacho warns Mbappe and Real Madrid to seek legal advice over China row
Former China manager Jose Antonio Camacho has advised Kylian Mbappe and Real Madrid to appoint experienced lawyers immediately after the...
Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso backs Estevao to play and warns Cole Palmer after red card
Xabi Alonso says Chelsea must quickly rediscover their winning form when they host Manchester United at Stamford Bridge on Saturday,...
Flick ready to hand Barcelona youngster Brian Farinas his chance against Alaves
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has opened the door for Brian Farinas to make his first-team debut after blocking the 20-year-old’s...
Morocco and Portugal chosen to host 2027 Dakar Rally as Saudi Arabia waits until 2028
Morocco will host the 49th edition of the Dakar Rally in January 2027 after organisers confirmed the event will take...
Al Hilal weigh Salem Al-Dawsari and Crysencio Summerville options for Al Fateh clash
Simone Inzaghi must decide whether to start captain Salem Al-Dawsari or Dutch winger Crysencio Summerville when Al Hilal host Al...
Nigeria’s Flamingos have secured a place in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup after beating Venezuela...