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Premier League Golden Boot: Who could rival Erling Haaland for award?
Erling Haaland will hope for a record-equalling fourth Golden Boot this season - but who could challenge him as the Premier League's...
Barcola to Liverpool transfer ‘will get done’ as journalist reveals major optimism over £125m deal
Liverpool have been given a major boost in their quest to sign Bradley Barcola after a journalist insisted he had "no big...
BBC Sport quiz: Who am I? Guess Premier League footballer No 29
Work out the identity of today's player in as few attempts as possible.
BBC Sport quiz: Five in Five football quiz No 2
Will you beat the clock by getting all five of today's answers in five minutes?
Man Utd news: £43m transfer bid incoming as 'talks held' with star's representatives
Manchester United need to make signings ahead of the new Premier League season but Michael Carrick is also braced for bids for the...
Raheem Sterling seen in surprise role after becoming free agent
Raheem Sterling is keeping himself busy while continuing his search for a new club after the former England ace and ex-Liverpool and...
Gary Newbon interview: BBC head of diversity earns a fortune – their priorities are all wrong
Exclusive: Veteran broadcaster defends Gabriel Clarke’s controversial World Cup interview and laments cancel culture in modern television
Two Liverpool exits move closer as Reds prepare next phase of rebuild
Liverpool are close to letting two players leave the club in this transfer window as Bradley Barcola deal edges closer.
Rangers to finalise signing of Aston Villa defender with key clause included in deal
Rangers are set to finalise an agreement to sign Aston Villa defender Kosta Nedeljkovic on a season-long loan deal, with the right-back set...
Premier League 2026-27: Players to watch in the new season
BBC Sport TV and radio commentators identify the players they think could be the breakout stars of the new Premier League season.
Ex-England star dead at 84 as tributes pour in for 'inspirational leader'
Former Wolves captain Mike Bailey – twice capped for England – was beloved by fans of the club, where he spent 11 years as a player...
FIFA's COO 'sacked' after he criticised Gianni Infantino's World Cup plan
Kevin Lamour was let go as chief operating officer at football's governing body weeks after he issued statement criticising Infantino...
Chelsea in club 'sale' bombshell as 'owners discuss deal' just four years after buyout
Chelsea's owners are discussing a deal to sell their stakes in the Premier League club barely four years after completing their...
Pep Guardiola's bombshell Man City team-talk after split with 'most beautiful woman on planet'
Pep Guardiola was going through changes in his personal life towards the end of his time as Manchester City manager and opened up to his...
Xabi Alonso torched over 'strange' double Chelsea deal with baffling approach just 'wasting money'
Paul Scholes and Jamie Carragher have both gone in hard on Chelsea over the double signing of Jordan Henderson and Danny Welbeck amid...
Manchester City face Enzo Fernandez price hike
Chelsea confident midfielder can be reintegrated if he remains at the club after being booed by supporters
Pep Guardiola documentary: Kyle Walker fallout revealed in intense scenes
A new documentary series about Pep Guardiola's final two seasons at Manchester City reveals the bust-up he had with former captain Kyle...
Cardiff City: Brian Barry-Murphy toasts Rubin Colwill after Wrexham draw
Brian Barry-Murphy toasts substitute Rubin Colwill's impact in Cardiff City's dramatic Welsh derby draw with Wrexham.
Mike Bailey: Former Wolves captain dies aged 84
Former Wolverhampton Wanderers captain Mike Bailey dies aged 84 after a long illness.
Wrexham: Phil Parkinson frustrated after Cardiff City draw
Phil Parkinson bemoans his team's lack of ruthlessness – and the amount of stoppage time at the end – after a 98th-minute equaliser...
Football gossip: Fernandez, Neto, Casado, Fernandes, Barcola, Mbaye, Kane
Manchester City will need to pay more than £120m for Enzo Fernandez, Chelsea winger Pedro Neto has no shortage of suitors, Bruno Fernandes...
Romano reveals new bid coming for Liverpool star as Reds target agrees terms
Liverpool are poised to receive an offer for a first-team player, while an agreement has been struck with a likely new arrival.
Fabrizio Romano confirms Bruno Fernandes 'talks' as Man Utd respond to Galatasaray bid
Fabrizio Romano and Laurie Whitwell have both provided updates on Bruno Fernandes after Galatasaray swooped for the Man Utd skipper.
Chelsea: Co-owners Todd Boehly and Mark Walter explore selling stakes in club
Todd Boehly and Mark Walter explore the sale of their stakes in Chelsea to majority owner Clearlake Capital.
Rodri lands in Barcelona to complete 'dream' move
Spain midfielder Rodri says it is his "dream" to play for Barcelona as he arrives in the city to complete his move from...
Man Utd in contact for towering €50m star as Bruno Fernandes decision made
United are reportedly speaking with a Bundesliga star about a switch to Old Trafford, while they have also reached a decision on Bruno...
Fifa: Kevin Lamour leaves after criticising president Gianni Infantino
A senior Fifa figure leaves football's world governing body three weeks after criticising its president Gianni Infantino.
Calhanoglu: ‘Everyone thought Inter was dying, Chivu like a brother to players’
Hakan Calhanoglu notes ‘everyone thought Inter were dying’ after the Champions League Final, but Cristian Chivu is ‘like a brother’...
Liverpool agree five-year contract with next signing as £155m double deal advances
The Reds have agreed personal terms with a key target and have also launched a new bid for a second star, according to reports.
Spalletti: ‘Lucumi has drive, Vicario top goalkeeper, but Alisson and Martinez…’
Luciano Spalletti welcomes the ‘drive’ of Jhon Lucumi and ‘top goalkeeper’ Guglielmo Vicario, explaining why Juventus initially...
Report Leao offered to Roma as Milan pay over €50m for Moreira
According to Belgian transfer expert Sacha Tavolieri, agent Jorge Mendes proposed Milan outcast Rafael Leao to Roma, now that the price tag...
Toby Collyer: West Brom in talks over permanent return for Man Utd midfielder
Manchester United midfielder Toby Collyer is in talks with West Bromwich Albion about returning to The Hawthorns on a permanent basis.
Genoa pushing for Ferguson loan from Brighton after Roma struggle
Genoa are edging closer to a dry loan agreement for Brighton and Hove Albion striker Evan Ferguson, who struggled at Roma last season.
Top French reporter confirms Liverpool 'agreement' as £155m Barcola, Mbaye double coup nears
One of the most reliable French reporters with regards to transfer news has confirmed an 'agreement' has been struck, as Liverpool...
Liverpool submit massive new Bradley Barcola offer as agreement edges closer
Liverpool have sent PSG an increased proposal to sign Bradley Barcola, according to a report.
Man Utd 'in talks' for midfielder move as part of double deal
Manchester United have entered into club-to-club talks for a midfielder move that could be part of a double deal, according to multiple...
Official: Inter loan Berenbruch to Avellino, option and counter option
Inter have officially loaned youth academy talent Thomas Berenbruch to Serie B side Avellino, but there is both an option to buy and a...
Report Roma agree Fofana personal terms, but waiting for Mora
According to transfer pundit Fabrizio Romano, Roma have agreed a deal with Lyon and personal terms with Malick Fofana, but will only...
Newcastle United ready to splash Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes cash on Brighton star: report
As Neil Diamond sang: "Then I sold Guimaraes, now I'm a Baleba"
Elkann: ‘Juventus in reconstruction phase’ after friendly cut short at 2-0
Juventus patron John Elkann said they are ‘in a reconstruction phase, but also determined to get back to the top’ after the traditional...
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VIDEO: Ben Chilwell sends brutal 'take the L' message to Fulham fan who called Crystal Palace match-winner a 'Chelsea reject'
Debut nightmare! Sofyan Amrabat speaks out after disastrous Ajax bow against PSV
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Enzo Maresca fires Premier League title warning to Arsenal after record-breaking £458m Man City transfer spree
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MLS Roundup: Cavan Sullivan makes USMNT case as Antoine Griezmann, Josh Sargent and Breel Embolo shine
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Super Depor 2.0 Super Auba! Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang breaks Bebeto record in Deportivo win
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Xabi's top gun! Alonso reveals Morgan Rogers was Blues' number one target before Arsenal showdown
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Thuram's barrier madness! Inter hero reveals wild celebration secret after stunning Napoli comeback
Match of the Day: Danny Murphy on how Crystal Palace exposed Fulham's defence
Villa still without a goal as Hull climb to second
"Love and courtesy": Neuer mocks the insults of Schalke fans
Yamal obstacle and an unprecedented situation: uncertainty at Barcelona before the Valencia clash
Two make-or-break tests: will Arbeloa become the first manager sacked in the Premier League?
Two tests on the edge of the abyss: will Arbeloa become the first coach to be sacked in the Premier League?
Ancelotti gnaws at Postecoglou's bones in the Clasico: Ronaldo present yet absent
A Moroccan touch and Aubameyang's bullet: Barcelona player endures a crazy night
PSG goalkeeper battle reignited! Matvei Safonov under pressure as Lucas Chevalier eyes return to No.1 spot
Midfielder keen on Man Utd move as INEOS complete Man City raid
Theo Walcott and Ian Wright admit Arsenal made a massive mistake missing out on Chelsea's new star
Karim El Ahmadi concludes after Ajax v PSV: 'He is certainly in the Netherlands squad'
Michael Carrick wowed by two Everton midfielders – Man Utd sold one of them
Roma credit belief and insist want to ‘do even better this season’
Sarri: ‘Atalanta sat too deep, but Roma will challenge for the title’
Schalke fans insult Neuer over his father: Eberl responds
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Ruben van Bommel causes a melee and debate with a brutal foul against Ajax
Gasperini: ‘Roma showed belief and have more quality options now’
Video: Ter Stegen's disaster: Ajax suffer a painful blow on a nightmare night
Laporte sends an urgent message to Álvarez after Bilbao hat-trick
Milan refuse to give up: Amorim reopens the file on Real Madrid star
"A rational decision": Kompany justifies putting Kane and Olise on the bench
Excelsior secure convincing win at weak Willem II thanks to outstanding Irakli Yegoian
The Netherlands enters the race with Morocco for the Eindhoven talent: and the decision surprises everyone
Postecoglou lets rip: Al-Ittihad only played for 15 minutes!
Roma 2-1 Atalanta – Player Ratings as Wesley and Soule cancel out Ederson opener
'Amazing to see'! - Erling Haaland hails Man City's new signings Enzo Fernandez and Iliman Ndiaye but admits Arsenal have the edge
Olympico madness: Roma overturn deficit against Atalanta in three minutes
What does Marmoush have to do with it? An unprecedented dark statistic in Premier League history
'We need his goals' - Marcos Llorente admits Atletico Madrid are desperate for Julian Alvarez to shine after dismal Athletic Club defeat
Olympiacos sends a message to El Kaabi after his serious injury
Serie A | Roma 2-1 Atalanta: Dramatic late comeback success story
Marelli breaks down controversial decisions in Inter 3-2 Napoli
Will it change the course of his season? A new test for the Barcelona star ahead of the Valencia clash
Davy Klaassen reveals: this one word Sander van der Eijk said straight after Ruben van Bommel's heavy tackle in Ajax
Mourinho refuses to change his plan with Diomande
“This is football, where the others earn that”: Bayern coach Vincent Kompany impressed by FC Schalke 04’s defensive display
Furious Roberto De Zerbi criticises Tottenham's misfiring attack after another goalless Premier League draw
Bayern Munich in crisis! Two remarkable runs come to an end at Schalke - and now surprise promoted side SV Elversberg await
Midfielder Xabi Alonso told Chelsea to sign is now Real Madrid ‘beacon’ – ‘breaking lines with through balls’
Fulham booed off after another defeat! Alvaro Arbeloa insists his side 'didn't deserve to lose' as Palace inflict third straight loss
FIFA rejects the Norwegian federation's request regarding Trump complaint
After his years in Europe: Boufal closes in on a shocking African destination
Wydad turns the tables on Ziyech: Moroccan star breaks his silence with a decisive move
Video: Al-Ittihad settle the classico against Al-Nassr and hand Al-Hilal a precious gift
Inter new boy Jones: ‘A great match, Chivu is one of us’
Real Madrid midfielder who REJECTED Man Utd ‘suffers from a recurring problem’
Schalke strip Bayern Munich of top spot and break two historic streaks
Morocco star admits: I cannot be compared to Messi
In complete secrecy: how did Deco sign Jordan for Barcelona?
Special invitation: Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi could play in the same team together for the first time
Wydad turns the tables on Ziyech: the Moroccan star breaks his silence with a decisive move
Major setback: Neymar's absence period shocks Santos
Inter 3-2 Napoli – Chivu: ‘It was a great advertisement for Italian football’
Elenkhina its star: Al-Ittihad achieve a historic record in the clasico against Al-Nassr
Demba Ba claims Ralf Rangnick and Hoffenheim were the real architects of Jurgen Klopp's famous gegenpressing style
'We were too light!' - Massimiliano Allegri admits Napoli mistakes after 3-2 collapse against Inter as he calls for calm ahead of Champions League
Maresca puts Arsenal under the microscope and reveals the secret of the competition
Dembélé's reaction to Enrique's surprise
FC Utrecht v Go Ahead Eagles definitively abandoned
A spine-chilling scene: horrific injury to Morocco star and transfer to hospital
Allegri: ‘Napoli must do better, Inter 3-2 victory shows football has no logic’
Inter’s Lautaro and Thuram react to Napoli win: ‘Something we were missing last year’
Championship match halted as player appears to grab young fan by the neck
Andy Gray returns to commentary role after 12-year UK absence
Enzo Fernandez taunted by fans but his dark arts help City win
Mudryk fails to help Tottenham break their duck as VAR denies Forest
Enzo Maresca reacts to Enzo Fernandez Man City debut and slams Iliman Ndiaye
Ajax fans are completely fed up with their own player after a ‘disgraceful act’ in the 27th minute of Ajax v PSV: ‘Substitute him now!’
"An unexpected message settles the debate": Ten Hag surprises Barcelona
Video: En-Nesyri's replacement lights up the Clasico and rewards Al-Ittihad's coach
Angry Anis Hadj Moussa feels betrayed by Feyenoord
Before the European campaign: a surprise stumble for Bayern Munich against Schalke
Everything is going completely wrong at Stadion Galgenwaard: FC Utrecht v Go Ahead Eagles abandoned immediately
Bayern Munich are completely surprised by spirited Schalke 04
Premier League: Nottingham Forest 0-0 Tottenham Hotspur - Oliver Glasner post-match reaction
Brentford 1-1 Sunderland: Regis Le Bris post-match interview
Brentford 1-1 Sunderland: Keith Andrews post match interview
De Zerbi reacts to Mudryk debut for Tottenham and says £30m star ‘takes too many wrong decisions’
Simeone refuses to comment on Álvarez's controversial behaviour
Hugo Borst: 'He performed fantastically! Ajax treated him scandalously'
D’Amico: ‘Roma happy Kone stayed with us’ despite late Chelsea bid
Inter 3-2 Napoli – Player Ratings as Lautaro inspires Nerazzurri comeback
Atalanta ‘need time’ to adapt with Sarri, possible Rowe and Kessie debut
Former Arsenal prospect Krystian Bielik escapes punishment after shocking physical altercation with Portsmouth fan
'We deserved a point!' - Frank Lampard rues Coventry's narrow Manchester City defeat as Sky Blues impress
Álvarez responds to Atlético fans' anger with an unexpected gesture
Matchwinner for Manchester City: Erling Haaland reaches crazy milestone
Lautaro leads Inter's comeback against Napoli and secures top spot in the Scudetto
Hugo Borst: 'Ajax treated him disgracefully. He performed fantastically!'
Inter 3-2 Napoli: LIVE post-match show from San Siro
Serie A | Inter 3-2 Napoli: Lautaro Martinez seals thrilling comeback victory
Infantino stirs mystery over his future at the helm of FIFA
In Salah's footsteps? Barcola receives first warning from Carragher
Serie A official line-ups: Roma vs. Atalanta
Forgotten man Chilwell’s late strike keeps sorry Fulham winless
Neco Williams and Oliver Glasner react to disallowed Nottingham Forest goal v Tottenham
Iliman Ndiaye reacts to Man City debut and sends message to Everton fans – ‘I am not going to stop’
Another lead thrown away! Bournemouth make unwanted Premier League history after failing to win despite scoring first in all three games
Enzo Fernandez shines on Manchester City debut as Erling Haaland seals narrow victory against Coventry City
Ronald de Boer: ‘It is unbelievable that Jordi Cruyff brought him to Ajax’
Despite his coach's defence: Vinicius sparks controversy by ignoring Mourinho
Lazio weigh up surprise move for former Inter midfielder Brozovic
Hugo Borst is hugely annoyed by Tolu Arokodare: 'This really drives me absolutely mad!'
Clásico line-up: Ronaldo up front as Al-Ittihad coach shocks the Lion of Morocco
Gjivai Zechiël brutally honest after NEC - Feyenoord: ‘Bizarre! This just can’t happen, can it? I don’t think this is acceptable’
Inter ultras display messages for Facchetti and Ausilio during Napoli game
300: Haaland continues to write historic numbers
Mastantuono's woes deepen with Fiorentina in Serie A
A resounding surprise: the historic contract destroyed Karim Benzema's dream!
Before the Mestalla clash: Flick decides the fate of Yamal, Jesus and Hamza
Lutsharel Geertruida makes his full debut for PSV for the top match against Ajax
De Zerbi, Tonali and Udogie misery continues after Tottenham held by Forest
Man Utd confident of beating Arsenal to modern-day number eight
You fear for Fulham as defensive hot mess gifts Crystal Palace first win
Nottingham Forest denied late winner against Tottenham following controversial Neco Williams handball decision
Mbappé's chances remain: Ballon d'Or regulations guarantee nothing for the stars of Spain and Paris
Luciano Valente has crystal-clear opinion on absent Anis Hadj Moussa after NEC v Feyenoord
Thuram and Milik omitted from Juventus’ Serie A squad list
Álvarez witness to the humiliation: Bilbao tear Atlético apart in a resounding defeat
Leroy Sane wants more! Former Manchester City winger unhappy at Galatasaray as Rafael Leao arrival increases competition for places
Sorrows pile up on Arbeloa with jeers and a dramatic defeat
Video: one goal was enough: Manchester City continue their winning run
Abate praises Mandragora’s ‘quality and leadership’ after inspiring Torino to win against old club Fiorentina
Fabrizio Romano provides update on Anis Hadj Moussa: this is the current situation
Video: City edge past Coventry with narrow win
Milan, Mourinho said 'no' to Endrick: the Rossoneri will try again in January, the strategy
The Saudi league poached his rival: the 'astonishing' Haaland asserts his dominance over the Premier League
Ornstein questions Man Utd transfer business and makes 'flow of cash' claim
The Saudi league snatched his rival: the "phenomenal" Haaland imposes his dominance on the Premier League
Erling Haaland earns Manchester City a particularly hard-fought win over the promoted side
"We want a leader, not a drug dealer": Infantino receives a resounding slap from Trump's stronghold
Al-Sibari in the starting line-up for the first time in the Bundesliga, with Kane on the bench
Mourinho's trick: Courtois the 'Rodrygo alternative' at Real Madrid
Grosso aware Fiorentina could fire him after three defeats
Elegant midfielder is ready to join Man Utd as INEOS hold transfer talks
Amid the controversy: Infantino receives African backing that alters the FIFA election calculations
Tempers flare at NEC-Feyenoord: furious player goes for Gjivai Zechiël in the tunnel
Marotta: ‘Inter have many Scudetto contenders, Barcelona wanted Lautaro Martinez’
Manna: ‘Napoli must not panic yet, McTominay out for at least six weeks’
£50m Man Utd star is now a big problem for Sir Jim Ratcliffe
Liverpool handed fresh Ipswich Town penalty verdict as Premier League told mistake made
Watkins challenges Mitrović with a fiery message from the heart of Al-Hilal
A multi-million jump in Enrique's salary with Paris
Hansi Flick names Raphinha as the new Barcelona captain in a historic first for a Brazilian player
A bold promise from Rice fires up Arsenal fans
After the first defeat: Mourinho begins the next day in a way that raises questions
3 times more than Barcelona: Betis reveals Real Madrid's suffering
How did Barcelona choose their five captains? Flick reveals the behind-the-scenes details
Newcastle United 2-2 Bournemouth: Matthias Jaissle post match interview
Women's Super League: Katie McCabe on 'frustrating' draw against Aston Villa
Newcastle United 2-2 Bournemouth: Marco Rose post-match interview
Women's Super League highlights: Chelsea 1-1 Aston Villa
Savić on Al-Hilal winning the league: I'm not sure about that!
Steven Berghuis lands painful kick at Heitinga, Grim and García
'The Elephant' challenges Mourinho after four matches: does the coach hold the decision at Real Madrid?
A genuine dilemma unsettles Barcelona ahead of the winter transfer window
First mark that motivates the stars of Al-Hilal and Al-Nasr: 5 talents worth watching in the third round of the Joy Elite League
Jacob Ramsey rescues a dramatic point for Newcastle against Bournemouth as Matthias Jaissle admits mixed feelings over the comeback
Serie A | Fiorentina 1-2 Torino: Mandragora plunges ex team into crisis
Serie A official line-ups: Inter vs. Napoli
Spalletti: ‘Juventus didn’t do everything we wanted, Milan have clear ideas’
Richard Hughes on verge of joining Saudi Pro League after quitting Liverpool
Andy Gray confirmed UK commentary return for first time since Sky Sports scandal
Man Utd now have a big problem with £50m midfielder
Neymar injury nightmare continues! Santos superstar ruled out for up to eight weeks with muscle injury as club fight to avoid relegation
Xabi Alonso is right – Reece James can be a world-class midfielder
Huge blow for Borussia Dortmund: another player suffers an injury against 1899 Hoffenheim
"This will get boring at some point": Schalke chief wants to revolutionise the Bundesliga because of Bayern Munich's dominance
Simeone shocks Álvarez against Athletic Bilbao
“It was sleepless nights at home”: VfB Stuttgart star settles scores over transfer lie
Double Man Utd signing confirmed as Man City midfielder joins
Top journalist rates Man Utd chances of signing Lewis Hall as INEOS line up four defender deals
Man Utd complete signing of Man City midfielder as part of double deal
Man Utd revive transfer talks after 'very big' deadline day deal collapsed
'Football's sexiest referee' wows in topless pics, tiny bikinis and see-through lingerie
Exclusive to Kooora: refereeing expert mocks Mbappe penalty decision: we're not playing basketball!
Guendouzi denied Dybala reunion after suspension for Fenerbahce vs. Roma
Arsenal enquiry for superb Brentford star revealed as MASSIVE price tag set
From Vinícius to Bondarenko: how did the Bernabéu's whistles reach the Saudi league?
Amorim: ‘Milan ready for Juventus, no difference between big and small games’
What is Bouaddi's situation? Maresca fields the Manchester City signing as a starter against Coventry
Arsenal news: £128m transfer offer was rejected as Mikel Arteta publicly snubbed by star