I'm not better than Frank or Tudor - Spurs boss De Zerbi
Tottenham boss Roberto de Zerbi says he is "not better" than predecessors Thomas Frank or Igor Tudor as he prepares to take charge of his first game at the Premier League strugglers.
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11th April 2026
Fernandez sorry but will miss Man City - Rosenior
Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez is still unavailable for the upcoming home match against Manchester City despite a recent apology, head coach Liam Rosenior says.
10th April 2026
Toney hints Saudi refs want Ronaldo to win title
Ivan Toney has questioned the integrity of officiating in the Saudi Pro League amid a title race with Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr.
Bruno: Maguire deal key, but Utd need recruits
Bruno Fernandes expects Manchester United fans' desire for "fresh meat" to be satisfied this summer but stressed the importance of tying down a pillar like Harry Maguire in what will be a period of change.
Bayern's Kompany: Kane played past pain limit
Harry Kane played with pain "beyond the threshold" in Bayern Munich's victory against Real Madrid, head coach Vincent Kompany has revealed.
Slot feels 'complete support' of Liverpool bosses
Arne Slot insists he feels the "complete support" of the Liverpool hierarchy as he comes under growing pressure following three consecutive defeats.
Guardiola would 'love' Silva to stay at Man City
Pep Guardiola says he would "love" captain Bernardo Silva to "finish his career" at Manchester City but it is up to the player to make the decision on whether he stays or leaves this summer.
Premier League must protect teams in Europe - Pereira
Nottingham Forest boss Vitor Pereira has urged the Premier League to protect teams playing in Europe by easing their schedules.
Tottenham in pole position to sign Andy Robertson, subject to Premier League survival
Liverpool announced on Thursday the 32-year-old would be leaving the club when his contract expires at the end of the season.
We asked fans of Premier League clubs how they are feeling - find out the results
As the Premier League returns after a three-week hiatus, we asked fans how they are feeling about their club.
Is Fernandes' own goal the worst of all time?
Porto's Martim Fernandes scored a bizarre own goal for Porto against Nottingham Forest on Thursday, but how does it compare to the worst of all-time?.
Sheff Utd 'definitely' interested in Phillips move
Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder wants to bring Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips back next season.
Robinson urges togetherness in Aberdeen survival bid
Stephen Robinson calls for "togetherness" in Aberdeen's relegation battle, saying the time to "scrutinise" is at the end of the season.
Lucky losers Luton target ‘greatest season ever’, starting with Hatters derby at Wembley
Jack Wilshere’s promotion chasers take on Stockport in Sunday’s Vertu Trophy final with renewed momentum.
62 days to the World Cup: When Ray Houghton made Irish eyes smile
The countdown to the 2026 World Cup is on! Each day ahead of the tournament’s return to North America, Yahoo Sports will highlight an insight or moment that showcases just how grand the world’s biggest sporting spectacle has become — even beyond the expanded field of this year’s global event.
Howe '100% committed' to Newcastle but 'I just need support'
Head coach Eddie Howe says he is "100% committed" to Newcastle United, but it is "very difficult" to look too far beyond the end of the season.
Women’s football in England at risk without WSL academy teams in third tier, FA claims
Sue Day, the Football Association’s director of women’s football, has defended the governing body’s plans to radically change the structure of the women’s lower leagues, including introducing four Women’s Super League academy sides into third tier, saying she believes the game is at a “crucial turning point”. On Tuesday the Guardian revealed the proposals, which also include a mid-season split in tier three, a financial package of about £1m and enhancements to the loan system, as well as more relegation spots and playoffs in tier four, as part of a major transformation of the Women’s National League’s structure.
World Cup seating swap controversy: Part II. Plus: Neymar in Cincinnati talks over move
Today in TAFC: The latest twist in FIFA's World Cup ticketing switches, Neymar in talks with Cincinnati, our referee columnist slams VAR.
All your FPL stats and Premier League team news in one place
Every key bit of Premier League team news and the most important Fantasy Premier League statistics - all in one place.
This Bayern are special and a force to be reckoned with in Germany and Europe
There may be no one better prepared to win the Champions League than Bayern Munich, and they're scoring goals at a rate the Bundesliga has never seen.
Naderi injury serious, says Rangers boss Rohl
Ryan Naderi's muscle injury is "serious", says Rangers head coach Danny Rohl, who has had more positive news about Tuur Rommens.
Weekend predictions: Arsenal to regain form vs. Bournemouth, Barcelona to win derby
Arsenal need a win to stay in control of the league as Man City keep chasing. Another wild weekend of action awaits as we pick out the best games to watch in Europe.
FIFA faces new crisis as SoFi Stadium workers in LA threaten strike action
The union UNITE HERE Local 11 has made a series of demands to FIFA and voiced major concerns about ICE agents around World Cup venues.
The latest on Argentina's dubious World Cup run-up, Messi's odd lack of commitment
Argentina's World Cup preparations have come against lackluster opposition, all while its iconic captain won't go all in on this summer.
I feel complete backing from owners and fans - Slot
Liverpool manager Arne Slot insists he feels "complete support" from the club's hierarchy and fans despite a run of poor on-field performances and growing discontent about his future as manager.
What De Zerbi’s comments about Mason Greenwood tell us about male violence
Spurs head coach’s apology for past comments about his former player was important but insufficient.
Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal look to raise £100m from double exit
Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri are among five players who could be allowed to leave Arsenal. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Is failing to qualify for the Champions League actually better for Premier League teams?
The UEFA Champions League is the pinnacle of club soccer, but maybe for Premier League teams, it's just an extra headache?.
Up the Minstermen? York close on promotion in epic National League battle
After last season’s near-miss, the leaders are two points clear of Rochdale, who they play in what could yet be a final-day shootout. York is a city famed for centurions of the Roman kind, but now its football club are centurions too.
How Lens embraced underdog status to become PSG's title rivals
Lens have pushed PSG closer than anyone in Ligue 1 this season and, with the sides still to meet again, still hold an outside shot at the title.
KSI targets Premier League for Dagenham & Redbridge - but not as manager
YouTuber KSI says he intends to use his social media influence to grow the profile of Dagenham & Redbridge and take them to the Premier League.
What's next in captivating Premiership title race?
Hearts host Motherwell, Celtic welcome St Mirren and Rangers travel to Falkirk in the latest instalment of the fascinating Scottish Premiership title race.
It makes English football unique - why the Football League is important too
Tony Pulis explains why the English Football League is so important and why he loved life in the lower divisions, as well as the lessons he learned.
Egypt goalkeeper banned for striking referee
Al-Ahly goalkeeper Mohamed El-Shenawy banned for four games for striking a referee on the head following an Egyptian Pro League match.
Keane wants to manage at higher level - gossip
Manager linked with Celtic wants to work at higher level as list of Rangers targets emerges.
Can Staggies avoid back-to-back relegations? Watch Queen's Park v Ross County on BBC
Ross County seek a reaction away to Queen's Park on Friday but Stuart Kettlewell's side are running out of games to avoid a second successive relegation.
FPL talking point: Is it time to use wildcard?
The Premier League returns this weekend and with two double gameweeks on the horizon, the big question: Do you play the wildcard now or hold off until gameweek 33?.
'You need to have arrogance' - Rooney and Littler on being number one
Wayne Rooney and Luke Littler both know what it is like to be thrust into the limelight at a young age.
Manchester United regrouped in Ireland – now they face seven games that will define their season
Michael Carrick used a midseason break in Ireland to prepare his players for the task of securing Champions League qualification.
Premier League predictions: Chelsea vs Man City, Man United vs Leeds and rest of Matchday 32
Who's leading after MD31? And what do our writer, the algorithm, a child and this week's subscriber expect to see on Matchday 32?.
Why referees hate VAR just as much as you do: 'It felt like the walls were closing in'
While the celebrations continued, I was sitting 136 miles away, in a dark corner of a TV studio in west London, fearing the worst.
Graham Scott: From being chased by Jose Mourinho to becoming referee columnist for The Athletic
A Premier League referee for a decade, Graham Scott joins The Athletic to provide insight and analysis on the decisions that get you talking.
Mikel Arteta’s problem-solving: Issues for Arsenal as they return to Premier League title run-in
Arsenal are nine points clear as they chase their first title for 22 years. So what needs to be addressed to get over the line?.
West Ham fans booed Maximilian Kilman – what is likely to happen next?
Kilman was jeered by supporters during Sunday's FA Cup quarter-final defeat to Leeds – he's not the first West Ham player to suffer this way.
Arsenal vs Manchester City: Premier League title race – what numbers say after cup clash
There has been nearly a month since the last Premier League games for Arsenal and Manchester City - so how will form affect the title race?.
The Premier League winner fighting for League Two survival
Christian Fuchs is most famous for winning the Premier League with Leicester City. Now he is battling to keep Newport County in League Two.
The Prospects: Matty Young, Sunderland
The goalkeeper is a key member of Salford City's promotion chasing side and has been nominated for the League Two young player of the season.
Newcastle and Eddie Howe want to keep working together — but this could be a defining moment
Eddie Howe and Newcastle have had a difficult season. Despite wanting to continue together, the next few weeks could be defining.
Chelsea's Premier League break was well timed. Now the real test of the Enzo Fernandez aftermath begins
Enzo Fernandez was dropped for two games by Chelsea — and now the genuine consequences of that might be seen.
FIFA adds new, more expensive, WC ticket tiers
FIFA added new, even more expensive tiers of tickets for this year's World Cup, asking up to $4,105 for a front category 1 seat at the U.S. opener against Paraguay in Inglewood, California, on June 12.
Watkins delivers halftime wakeup call in Villa win
Ollie Watkins said he had to give his Aston Villa teammates a halftime wakeup call en route to their 3-1 first-leg Europa League quarter-final victory over Bologna.
Palace enjoy 'special' night with rout of Fiorentina
Oliver Glasner said he could feel "something special" at Selhurst Park as Crystal Palace secured a 3-0 victory over Fiorentina in the first leg of their Conference League quarterfinal.
Source: Cincinnati looking into move for Neymar
Neymar has emerged as the latest global soccer icon to draw interest from MLS, as FC Cincinnati has begun exploring options to bring the Santos star to the United States, a source told ESPN's Nathalia Ferrão.
Watkins brace puts Villa on brink of Europa semis
Ollie Watkins' second-half brace helped give Aston Villa a comfortable 3-1 lead over Bologna heading into next week's Europa League quarterfinal second leg at Villa Park.
Porto's 25-yard OG gifts Forest hope in UEL
Nottingham Forest's Europa League hopes remain intact after a comical own goal helped them get out of their quarterfinal first leg at FC Porto with a 1-1 draw.
Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend
There are protests planned at Anfield as Roberto De Zerbi starts his Tottenham tenure and Everton eye Europe. Nuno Espírito Santo has rolled back the years in an attempt to save West Ham. He has gone old-school, switching to a gung-ho 4-4-2 system to give his side more threat in the final third.
'Hungry' Watkins is man on mission - but will Tuchel take notice?
Ollie Watkins' response to being dropped by England has been nothing short of emphatic, with two strikes in Bologna adding to his goal against West Ham before the international break.
Estevao could be Brazil's World Cup's surprise - Davide Ancelotti
Brazil assistant coach Davide Ancelotti has tipped Chelsea's 18-year-old winger Estevao Willian to be the surprise package at the summer's World Cup.
Olise Chasing Messi’s Record, FIFA World Cup Ticket Chaos, & USMNT Rocked by Agyemang Injury
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Watkins doubles up to punish Bologna and put Aston Villa in driving seat
There was a heady atmosphere in Bologna before this match, with flags flying everywhere and the legend “weareone” plastered on the walls of the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara. Into this fervent atmosphere stepped Aston Villa, with warnings against complacency from their manager ringing in their ears.
Comical own goal gives Nottingham Forest edge in hard-fought draw at Porto
On the night Chris Wood returned from six months on the sidelines, a freakish own goal by the Porto defender Martim Fernandes earned Nottingham Forest a draw and fostered optimism of advancing to the Europa League semi-finals.
Mateta puts Crystal Palace on path to semis in rousing win over Fiorentina
Spring is in the air and it’s all beaming smiles again at Crystal Palace.
CONMEBOL first federation to call for Gianni Infantino's re-election as FIFA president
Conmebol paid tribute to the “leadership” shown by Infantino and the “advances made” under his management.
Rogers centre of transfer tug of war - Friday's gossip
Morgan Rogers likely to be centre of transfer tug of war this summer, Juventus gaining hope of signing Alisson Becker, Liverpool owners believe Arne Slot will still be head coach next season, plus more.
A six-minute nightmare: Porto's Fernandes scores bizarre own goal then is subbed off with injury
The Europa League quarter-final first leg between Porto and Forest saw an unfortunate six-minute period for defender Martim Fernandes.
FA investigating non-league chief over alleged abusive email
The FA is investigating after Northern Premier League chairman Mark Harris allegedly sent an abusive email to an FC United of Manchester fan.
Robertson to leave Liverpool at end of the season
Andy Robertson will leave Liverpool at the end of the season when his contract expires in the summer, the club has announced.
'Legend' Robertson to leave Liverpool in summer
Andy Robertson will leave Liverpool at the end of the current season after nine years at Anfield, the Premier League club confirmed Thursday.
Barça complain to UEFA after pen denied vs. Atleti
Barcelona have filed a complaint with UEFA after being denied a penalty, which also could have led to defender Marc Pubill being sent off, in Wednesday's Champions League defeat to Atlético Madrid.
Auburn, Texas A&M to host Argentina before WC
Lionel Messi and three-time World Cup champions Argentina will play two 2026 World Cup warm-up games in the United States -- the first on June 6 vs. Honduras at Texas A&M and the second on June 9 vs. Iceland at Auburn.
'Grey Wiggle' goalie with the World Cup-qualifying save marks 300 games
His career began as a substitute for Mark Bosnich almost 20 years ago, now Andrew Redmayne is joining the A-League's exclusive 300 club. .
Barcelona complain to Uefa about VAR in Atletico loss
Barcelona submit a complaint to Uefa over a "grave lack of VAR intervention" during their Champions League defeat by Atletico Madrid on Wednesday.
Julián Alvarez is proving that he’s more than second fiddle
The Atlético Madrid and Argentina striker’s sensational freekick against Barcelona showed that the consummate team player is capable of more. Julián Alvarez has his detractors, but even they can no longer deny he belongs at the game’s highest levels.
Neymar's camp, FC Cincinnati in initial talks over move: Sources
The Brazilian star is under contract with Santos through the end of 2026.
Andy Robertson is a Liverpool legend. His exit marks the end of an era
The 32-year-old's Liverpool exit this summer has been confirmed - we look back on his incredible time at the club.
Liverpool announce Andy Robertson will leave at the end of the season
Andy Robertson is to bring his illustrious Liverpool career to a close at the end of the season, the club have confirmed. The 32-year-old is out of contract this summer and will follow another renowned player of the Jürgen Klopp era, Mohamed Salah, in leaving Anfield on a free transfer.
Oliver and Taylor selected as World Cup referees
Michael Oliver and Anthony Taylor have been named as referees for this summer's 2026 World Cup.
Liverpool announce Andy Robertson to leave club at end of season
Robertson, 32, will depart the club upon the expiration of his contract, bringing an end to his nine years at Anfield.
No more stars: Champions League ball to be redesigned after Nike wins rights
The iconic Champions League ball will be redesigned next year after Nike entered exclusive talks with Uefa to become the official match ball provider for the 2027 to 2031 cycle of the competition.
FIFA announces 2026 World Cup match officials: Seven from Premier League, 11 from MLS appointed
A total of 52 referees, 88 assistants and 30 video match officials have been selected.
‘Hyperactive’ Marcus Rashford showing his class, but could Barça be getting even more?
English forward has been the perfect loan signing.
Why 95th Devon derby could be biggest in memory
Plymouth Argyle host rivals Exeter City on Saturday in what could be the most important Devon derby in recent memory.
Bedford on 'full circle' moment in England career
Returning as head coach for England Women's under-23s felt like a "full circle moment" for Lydia Bedford.
Sutton's predictions v boxing promoter & Arsenal fan Frank Warren
Chris Sutton takes on boxing promoter Frank Warren plus the BBC readers and AI with his predictions for this weekend's Premier League fixtures.
Motherwell miss winning, says manager Askou
Motherwell boss Jens Berthel Askou is refusing to speculate on a points target that could land his side a fourth-place Scottish Premiership finish but admits his side "miss winning" games of football.
Arsenal's big summer: Arteta contract and Nwaneri and Lewis-Skelly futures
Whatever happens this season, Arsenal are facing some big decisions in the summer over Mikel Arteta's contract and their transfer moves.
Chicharito joins Henry, Ibrahimovic as Fox Sports 2026 World Cup analyst
Mexico's all-time leading scorer adds to a star-laden panel of TV analysts for this summer's World Cup.
Argentina to play final pre-World Cup matches in iconic college football stadiums
The reigning World Cup champions will wrap up their preparations for the 2026 competition in SEC country.
Kudus may require surgery after injury setback
Tottenham winger Mohammed Kudus may require surgery after suffering a setback in his recovery from a thigh injury.
Nike in exclusive talks to become men's Champions League ball provider, ending 25 years of Adidas
Nike is set to break Adidas’ 25-year stranglehold over the match ball for the men’s Champions League.
Scotland confirm final World Cup warm-up against Bolivia - live on BBC
Scotland confirm a friendly against Bolivia in Harrison, New Jersey on 6 June as their final warm-up game before this summer's World Cup finals.
FIFA creates new World Cup ticket category, deepening suspicions of deception
Yet another twist in the 2026 FIFA World Cup ticketing saga has soured fans who feel duped about the process.
9th April 2026
Seven games to go - how will De Zerbi try to save Spurs?
Clubs at risk of relegation tend to hire pragmatic coaches - but Spurs have not done that by appointing Roberto de Zerbi.
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Champions League review: a brilliant Georgian, Bayern’s regret and Arsenal refind their faith
This week’s quarter-finals provided some classic action as this season’s competition hurtles towards its conclusion. Bayern Munich had not won at the Santiago Bernabéu since May 2001, when they beat Real Madrid in the Champions League semi-final on their way to becoming European champions.
BBC to show Man City-Southampton FA Cup semi-final
The FA Cup semi-final between Manchester City and Southampton on Saturday 25 April will be broadcast on BBC One.
Maguire: 'Big summer' for Man Utd recruitment
Harry Maguire says it's vital Manchester United get their summer recruitment right while warning that he's seen players arrive during his time at Old Trafford that could not handle the pressure that comes with representing the club.
Harry Maguire believes Manchester United experiences left former teammates ‘broken’
Harry Maguire believes the harder times he has experienced at Manchester United would have broken many players and says he has seen teammates find the Old Trafford spotlight too big to handle.
How players really approach a relegation battle
What's it like to battle against Premier League relegation? There are nerves and hope in the final games.
NC State men recount trainer's alleged sexual abuse
Lawsuit plaintiffs said they sought help but were subjected to unwanted genital touching or other misconduct.
