Vinicius Junior found himself at the centre of renewed criticism after Real Madrid’s 2-1 defeat to Atletico Madrid in Sunday’s Madrid derby, with Spanish and international media questioning the Brazilian winger’s influence during a difficult night at the Metropolitano. Th...
Michael Carrick is facing renewed scrutiny at Manchester United after Sunday’s frustrating 1-1 draw against Fulham, with supporters questioning the team’s intensity, tactical approach and the decision to substitute Kobbie Mainoo late in the game. Manchester United eventually re...
Manchester United have developed a remarkable habit in the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era: when a manager leaves suddenly, the club often turns to a familiar face to steady the ship. Sometimes that caretaker produces an immediate lift. The players look more relaxed, performances improve and su...
José Mourinho once again found himself at the centre of a major refereeing controversy after Real Madrid’s 2–1 defeat to Atlético Madrid, arriving at his post-match press conference with printed photographs of two challenges he believed should have resulted in red cards. The dramatic scene...
Manchester United have received a potentially important injury boost ahead of their Premier League trip to Fulham, with Carlos Baleba, Luke Shaw and Matthijs de Ligt travelling with the squad to London despite doubts over their fitness. The trio’s surprise inclusion has created plent...
Newcastle United got the three points they desperately needed against Hull City, but the 2–1 victory at St James’ Park was anything but comfortable. Joe Willock and Lewis Hall put the Magpies two goals ahead inside the opening seven minutes, creating the impression that Matthias Jaissle’s ...
Tottenham Hotspur’s difficult start to the 2026/27 Premier League season has raised fresh questions around Roberto De Zerbi, but Fabrizio Romano says the club is not currently preparing to make a change in the dugout. Spurs suffered another painful result on Saturday, losing 3–2 at home to...
Liverpool’s biggest weakness is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore. While attention has focused on their expensive new attackers and midfield problems, concerns around the full-back positions are now becoming one of the clearest talking points surrounding Andoni Iraola’s...
Cristiano Ronaldo is entering a new chapter of his extraordinary career without Lionel Messi, his greatest contemporary rival, as the Portuguese superstar continues to represent his country under new head coach Jorge Jesus. For almost two decades, the Ronaldo-Messi rivalry defined an era o...
Kylian Mbappé has previously spoken highly of Bradley Barcola, the French winger who became Liverpool’s major target as they searched for a new attacking star following Mohamed Salah’s departure. Liverpool’s pursuit of Barcola has attracted significant attention because o...