United States women's national team midfielder Korbin Albert has issued an apology Thursday after an anti-LGBTQ+ social media post appeared on her TikTok account.
MIKE KEEGAN: Rumours of a split in Chelsea 's American powerbase - strongly denied by club officials - have swirled around Stamford Bridge for months.
IAN LADYMAN: We care first and foremost about what these lads do for us on the field. We want them to win. We have waited a long time and once again we feel as though England have an opportunity.
The former Barcelona player was released from Brians 2 prison on Monday after 15 months spent behind bars awaiting his trial for raping a woman in December 2022.
In a statement, they said: 'The Premier League apologises unreservedly to supporters of both Clubs, and all those affected, for the inconvenience and disruption caused by this late fixture change...
EXCLUSIVE BY MIKE KEEGAN: As part of an extraordinary agreement the club's American co-owners can pass the chairmanship between themselves every five years.
WONDERS OF THE PYRAMID: The Championship is back for another jam-packed Easter schedule that can make or break a teams promotion push while other scrap for points to avoid relegation.
A major retailer of the new England shirts has revealed the company has seen more away tops sold than home strips amid fury from supporters over controversial changes to the St George's cross.
United's interest in Bremer is well-documented but now it has emerged that they are willing to stump up the sort of fee Juventus would seek.
The former Reds midfielder, 42, had been strongly linked with replacing Jurgen Klopp at Anfield, but he now plans to stay with runaway German league leaders Bayer Leverkusen.
The club last week were docked four points for breaching Premier League profitability and sustainability rules (PSR), a penalty against which they have lodged an appeal.
A debate about who is superior between Rodri and Declan Rice has gathered pace over the course of this season and their contest in the middle on Sunday will be key.
KATHRYN BATTE: Having already scored twice in Team GB 's first two group fixtures in the Olympic Games, Houghton has made it three goals in three, but this one is different.
MATT HUGHES: Newcastle are content with letting head of recruitment Steve Nixon mastermind their summer transfer plans after placing Ashworth on gardening leave.
The Merseysiders, who have already been deducted six points this season, are facing further punishment over a second alleged breach of the Premier League 's regulations.
Villarreal defender Dani Parejo has hit out at Vinicius Jnr's behaviour and claimed the Real Madrid superstar is making a 'mistake' when clashing with rival players in matches.
The midfielder, 38, was aghast when the official lumbered in the way, with his Atletico Paranaense side drawing 0-0 in a state semi-final match.
Former Liverpool and Nottingham Forest star Larry Lloyd, who won two European Cups under Brian Clough, died on Thursday aged 75.
Arsenal 's electrifying scoring output in 2024 has reportedly not deterred sporting director Edu from compiling an extensive list of striking target for this summer.
JACK GAUGHAN: As the Premier League modernises, a depth of feeling festers that those who have contributed to our country's spectacle and that envied soul are being eased aside
Everton manager Sean Dyche has played down a row with Toffees stars after playfully slapping Nathan Patterson during a meal in Portugal as a 'joke' ahead of the resumption of the Premier League.
The Italy midfielder is already serving a 10-month suspension - set to expire on August 27 - having admitted to breaking gambling rules in his home country.
He took charge of several memorable games, including FA and League Cup finals, while also overseeing clashes that involved the likes of Arsene Wenger and Sir Alex Ferguson.
United part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has made Southgate his number one target to replace Erik ten Hag and is confident of luring him, according to the Daily Star.
PETE JENSON: Las Palmas want to catch out Barcelona off the back of the international break this Saturday and they will do so with a manager who used to coach Barça
Manchester City could be without two key players for Sunday's top-of-the-table Premier League clash against Arsenal after the defensive pair were unable to take part in Thursday's training sessio...
Belgian football has been hit with a 'fix' scandal after Westerlo's 1-1 draw with Genk on the final day of the regular season.
Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeness believes the club have almost no chance of bringing in Xabi Alonso as their next manager this summer.
The club have sent two scouts to Spain to keep an eye on the striker, who is now 34 and living his best life. He hardly set the world alight in his time at Stoke and Newcastle.
Bayern are locked in a head-to-head battle with Liverpool for the services of the Bayern Leverkusen boss, who has led his side to the cusp of their first-ever Bundesliga title.
The likes of Jude Bellingham and James Maddison were present at Rice's celebrations, which, perhaps surprisingly, were thrown by comedian James Corden and singer Harry Styles.
Former Newcastle winger Albert Luque reportedly told a friend of Jenni Hermoso he wished the Spain star 'would be alone for the remainder of her life' in a series of angry texts.
He missed their two league defeats by Tottenham and Brighton , and he was also absent for the Foxes' 2-0 win against Liverpool that secured them a place in the FA Cup semi-finals.
LEWIS STEELE: Elite clubs such as Manchester City and Liverpool have given direct instructions to kids in the past to make them 'part of the game plan'.
Alphonso Davies has been issued with a contract ultimatum by Bayern Munich, with the player's representative hitting out at the club for their 'unfair' negotiating tactics over a new deal.
Mainoo, 18, significantly advanced his case for a Euro 2024 spot with a Player of the Match performance in 74 minutes at Wembley, with England drawing 2-2 .
Leaders Arsenal travel to the Etihad for an all-important clash. A victory over the treble winners would keep Mikel Arteta 's side in pole position with just nine fixtures remaining.
And, speaking on Mail Sport's It's All Kicking Off podcast, Sutton felt City - who are chasing a fourth successive top flight title - would be out of the race if they suffered a defeat.
SAMI MOKBEL: Proposals to increase squad sizes for Euro 2024 has crucial support from major nations as UEFA confirm they will consider the extension.
Manchester City's injury situation might be looking a bit uncertain ahead of the weekend - but Pep Guardiola does have two stars who are battling on regardless.
The Nottingham Forest coach called Tierney a '****' a number of times, he told the independent Regulatory Commission, as well as referring to the officiating team as 'you f****** lot'.
The Gunners sit top of the league table, level on 64 points with Liverpool , but only ahead on goal difference. Jurgen Klopp 's side will be hoping for either a draw or a Man City win to help the...
IAN HERBERT: It sometimes seems that those who view our football from beyond these shores have the greatest appreciation of the cathedrals, which have been bulldozed now.
Lavia - who joined the club over the summer as the final purchase at the end of their gargantuan spend for £58million from Southampton - has played just 32 minutes this season.
The defender watched from a director's box at Old Trafford, as he witnessed his side produce an epic 4-3 comeback victory in the FA Cup quarter-final clash earlier this month.
Thousands of fans have already bought tickets for the 75-minute journey through Messi's life and career, which will kick-off in Miami before going on tour to 150 cities around the world.
Every Premier League club's most valuable player based on points-per-game has been revealed, with some surprising outcomes at the likes of Manchester United and Man City.
SIMON JONES: The 25-year-old Spain international is continuing to excel at Red Bull Leipzig and has a clause that becomes active this summer when he can leave for £52million.
Andy Robertson returned to Merseyside on Wednesday for scans and it appears the left back has avoided any serious, long-standing injury. He is still a doubt for the coming games.
Both Alves and Robinho have been charged with rape, destroying their legacies and could both serve sentences for crimes they were both charged with in the last few weeks, though Alves is appealin...
The former Arsenal and Real Madrid star retired from football at the age of 34 , a year ago this week. He has dedicated himself to staying active however, and has a much bulkier physique.
Mail Sport understands Broomfield, who is widely recognised as one of the best player scouts in domestic football, has been told his services are no longer required at Tottenham.
In what has been one of the tightest, most fiercely fought title races in recent years with the top three split by just a point, it already feels like we've had several six-point championship dec...
The Football Association has moved to clarify a bizarre controversy surrounding Jude Bellingham after doctored footage of his interaction with a mascot on Tuesday night went viral online.
The left-back became the 22nd inductee into the Premier League Hall of Fame this week. He is widely regarded as the best left-back in Premier League history.
Arsenal have been prolific this season without a consistent recognised striker, scoring a Premier League-best 70 goals so far. However, they want to revert to a typical number nine system.
As he was doing so, pop superstar Styles - who is a United fan - walked in alongside Luton's directors, but his unfamiliar wardrobe choice appeared to render him unrecognisable to Neville.
The 40-year-old was found guilty in February of this year and sentenced to four-and-a-half years in prison, but Alves is in the process of appealing the verdict, and will be doing so from his own...
Liverpool's second-choice goalkeeper, Caoimhin Kelleher, has performed admirably in Alisson's absence, with the Reds winning the Carabao Cup and not losing a single match in that time.
Brazilian wonderkid Endrick was involved in an off-the-ball clash with Spain's Marc Cucurella, sparking a touchline row with both sides including Vinicius Jnr.
Flying Bats FC won every game they played over the course of the Beryl Ackroyd Cup, a pre-season tournament in Sydney , Australia, winning the grand final 4-0.
Eric Cantona has now revealed the inspiration behind the cryptic comment made after being ordered to explain his infamous 'kung-fu kick' on a foul-mouthed Crystal Palace fan in 1995
Earlier this month, Rudiger, a devout Muslim, posted a photo on Instagram of himself in a white robe on a prayer mat pointing the index finger of his right hand towards the sky.
Marouane Fellaini has admitted his first year at Manchester United was 'the worst season of his career' as the club struggled under David Moyes.
United legend Neville, who retired from playing in 2011, admitted he was inspired by a number of quirky habits before stepping onto the pitch.
United's players walk out of the tunnel to the beginning of the Stone Roses' iconic hit 'This Is The One', taken from their self-titled debut album, on home matchdays.
The likes of France, England, Germany and Portugal are among the bookies' favourites to win the tournament, which gets underway when the hosts take on Scotland in Munich on June 14.
Adam Hoskins, tweeted on Wednesday: 'The company that they pay to produce the broadcast of their matches has gone belly up.'
Clubs are increasingly keen to make the match-going experience a holistic one, replete with luxury surroundings and a wealth of different activities - often with a price tag to match
Alan Shearer has warned Marcus Rashford he has not done enough this season to cement a place in the England squad for Euro 2024 this summer.
The years of hurt counter has ticked into its 58th year, but this summer England will head to Germany as favourites to win a first major tournament since 1966.
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson is watching his injury list mount ahead of the side playing their first match of the Paris Games against Germany on July 25.
SIMON JORDAN: There is often division and a difference of opinion in fan bases but what is going on at Chelsea really is something else.
Flying Bats FC won every game they played over the course of the four-week competition, winning the grand final 4-0 at Macquarie Park on Sunday.
Jamie Carragher snubbed both Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola when naming football's greatest-ever manager, but reserved special praise for a legendary Barcelona head coach.
CRAIG HOPE: This is audition season, when team-mates are rivals just as much as those in opposition. A lifetime of training could all boil down to 90 minutes or less. The competition is fierce.
Tottenham and Brazil star Richarlison has revealed he suffered from depression after after 'everything fell apart' after the 2022 World Cup.
A photograph taken before Fulham played Chelsea at Craven Cottage in 1965 is an eternity away from images released of the computer-generated images of a new Riverside Stand.
Midfielder Declan Rice said he will speak to White upon his return to Arsenal, with England's newest captain hopeful that his club team-mate will eventually agree to end his exile.
Flying Bats FC won every game they played over the course of the four-week competition, winning the grand final 4-0 at Macquarie Park on Sunday.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY JACK GAUGHAN: It's a new normal at Chelsea under ownership, warned of 'irreversible toxicity' by some disenchanted fan groups more likely to jeer than cheer.
New statistical data has revealed the best striker in the Premier League and it's not Erling Haaland as Man United, Aston Villa and Liverpool stars make up the top five forwards this season.
KATHRYN BATTE: Berger has not played in the Women's Super League since December's 4-1 defeat by Arsenal, with Hayes saying recently she had suffered a concussion in training.
Houghton, 35, made 121 caps for the Lionesses between 2007 and 2021 and captained the side at the 2015 and 2019 World Cups as well as the 2017 Euros.
It's believed that Nick De Marco, a King's Counsel, has been engaged to help the Parkhead boss avoid a minimum two-game touchline ban.
The Tottenham playmaker was an England starter in September, at a time when his performances were among the best in the Premier League. He was, back then, a certainty for Euro 2024.
IAN LADYMAN - COMMENT: It is the normality of it that rankles. Despite the acceptance that things must change, that it's just not right, it goes on. And it goes on. And it goes on.
Ajax are reportedly considering Liverpool assistant manager Pep Lijnders as their next permanent head coach with the Dutchman set to depart Anfield at the end of the season.
The City captain was forced off with a hamstring problem during the 1-0 friendly defeat against Brazil at Wembley - before John Stones hobbled out of the draw with Belgium with an ankle injury.
KATHRYN BATTE AT STAMFORD BRIDGE: A 3-0 victory over Ajax last week had given the Blues a healthy lead at the halfway stage but nothing is ever guaranteed.
The head coaches of nations heading to Germany are set for talks over the possibility of extending the limit on the number of players that can be selected welfare.
To be honest, his words have gone far enough. His bile is becoming dangerous. It has the potential to have a huge effect on the mental wellbeing of athletes.
After waving goodbye to the final international break of the campaign, the Premier League resumes this weekend - and there's plenty to be decided at both ends of the table.
Demand for tickets to see Lionel Messi and Inter Miami have forced the New England Revolution to open the upper bowl at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough - and they might have a sellout.
SIMON JORDAN: He's often been lauded and applauded, revered and rewarded but has been on the receiving end of criticism lately. Why? Because of his own actions.
England fans have been left fuming over a viral video showing how some pints were served at Wembley.
EXCLUSIVE BY MIKE KEEGAN: The Hammers were given an allocation of just 1,790 for the April 11 fixture at the 30,000-capacity BayArena.
Arsenal supporters have heaped praised on manager Mikel Arteta for deciding to drop Aaron Ramsdale in favour of David Raya after a new goalkeeper statistic has emerged.
Manchester United have joined forces with Liverpool in a bid to stamp out tragedy chanting by educating schoolchildren over the impact of the Munich and Hillsborough disasters.
Forest staff, as well as owner Evangelos Marinakis, ran on to the pitch following Darwin Nunez's controversial late winner for Liverpool at the City Ground on March 2.
His current deal expires this summer but his employers are so impressed with his performances that they are willing to keep him until at least 2025.
The Real Madrid sensation, 20, won the Kopa Trophy as the world's best young player last season and has become the gleaming centre of England's dreams.
Troy Deeney named his choice of the biggest rivalry in English football and rebuffed the suggestion that Arsenal's iconic clash against Tottenham is the best derby encounter.
Sullivan has also been attracting attention from Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund and Paris Saint-Germain after showcasing his potential in Philadelphia's youth setup.
IAN LADYMAN: It was more than a season and a half ago that Paul Scholes watched another tame Manchester United performance and took to social media to articulate his frustrations.
Antoine Griezmann is set to make his UK horse racing debut as an owner on Friday when Hooking competes in the the Middle Distance Handicap race at Gosforth Park in Newcastle.
Liverpool and Scotland are hopeful Andy Robertson has avoided a serious injury after he limped off during the defeat to Northern Ireland on Tuesday night.
Antony used the international break to try and discover the form that could get his struggling Manchester United career back on-track as the Brazilian spent time in Madeira.
CBS Sports viewers joked Kate Abdo's boyfriend Malik Scott is 'going after the wrong pundit' and should direct his ire at Thierry Henry rather than Jamie Carragher.
Liverpool forward Diaz is under contract until 2027 but, despite remaining a key player under Jurgen Klopp, has now been linked with a shock switch away.
Messi, who played for Barcelona for 17 years before signing for PSG in 2021 and Inter Miami last year, will turn 37 in under three months but knows for sure age won't be a factor when he retires.
PETE JENSON: Endrick turns 18 in July and has just scored his first two goals for Brazil - one in the Santiago Bernabeu and the other at Wembley. Lamal will turn 17 a week before Endrick's birthd...
Youri Tielemans unleashed a flurry of punches on the seats in the Belgium technical area after Jude Bellingham's late strike sealed a 2-2 draw for England at Wembley on Tuesday.
The Spurs youth product has been flying in Portugal and Sporting are top of the Primeira Liga with him on the right wing. Mauricio Pochettino likened him to Lionel Messi when he was 17.
IAN HERBERT IN CARDIFF: Rob Page painted a picture of himself as a central character in what happens next, he has some uncomfortable questions to answer today about his management.
Wales agonisingly missed out on a place in Germany this summer as Poland won a play-off final 5-4 on penalties at Cardiff City Stadium following a goalless 120 minutes.
The Real Madrid star scored in the fifth minute of injury time to help England seal a 2-2 draw against Belgium on Tuesday night, after the visitors had taken the lead twice during the game at Wem...
NATALIA PENZA: Spanish prosecutors announced they are seeking a two-and-a-half-year prison sentence for the former FA chief Luis Rubiales over the infamous 'Kissgate' scandal.
Jude Bellingham 's injury time equaliser against Belgium ensured Gareth Southgate 's side did not end the international break with two defeats - with the Real Madrid star sealing a 2-2 draw at We...
EXCLUSIVE BY KATHRYN BATTE: Johnson is currently director of operations at the Manchester United Foundation and was performance director for the girls' talent club.
Conor Bradley scored the goal of his life in Glasgow on Tuesday night but his jubilation was tinged with concern for his Liverpool teammate Andy Robertson.
The 20-year-old, who has played only 32 minutes this season for Chelsea, snubbed the Merseyside outfit in the summer, with Mauricio Pochettino's side swooping in late on to hijack Liverpool's dea...
Harry Styles and James Corden threw a party to celebrate Declan Rice claiming his 50th cap during England's 2-2 stalemate with Belgium on Tuesday evening.
Romeo Lavia's brutal first season with Chelsea will end with him appearing for only 32 minutes after the £58million summer signing suffered a setback in his recovery from a thigh injury.
The Toffees' centre-back had been called up to Gareth Southgate's England squad for the first time, alongside fellow newcomers Anthony Gordon and Kobbie Mainoo.
Karius has settled in well at the Magpies, playing the role of third-choice goalkeeper as he looks to somewhat rebuild his career after a torrid time at Liverpool that ended in the summer two yea...
The Albiceleste ran out 3-1 winners eventually in Los Angeles after goals from Angel Di Maria, Alexis Mac Allister and Lautaro Martinez in the international friendly meeting with Costa Rica.
The honour of leading the team came on Rice's 50th appearance for England and the former West Ham skipper's achievement was also recognised in another way.
Tempers flared during the match, with both players clashing on the pitch after the Brazilian forward appeared to push the Spanish defender in the back with his elbow.
Bellingham starred again for the Three Lions as his side drew 2-2 at Wembley on Tuesday evening, scoring a late equaliser with what was the last kick of the game in England's final match of the b...
The West London outfit have been in the process of revamping that part of the stadium for a number of years, with it originally due to open in 2021, but this has been hit by a series of delays.
EXCLUSIVE BY SAM MOKBEL: The Crystal Palace shot-stopper becomes England's first injury casualty ahead of the tournament in a major blow to head coach Gareth Southgate.
Jude Bellingham's late equaliser ensured the Three Lions didn't lose both of their games in the latest international break , with the Real Madrid star slotting home to make it 2-2.
Romelu Lukaku deflected a question about his Chelsea future after his impressive performance in Belgium's 2-2 draw with England on Tuesday night.
The 18-year-old was one of the best players on the park and even left Gareth Southgate speechless after the match, with the Three Lions boss saying he 'couldn't believe how young Mainoo is'.
South Africa might have thought they had a chance of victory with Rayner's header in the 66th minute - only for Benzia to pull off a moment of magic to secure his second goal of the night.
New images have shown extensive construction work at Barcelona's iconic Nou Camp as the club target playing matches at the venue this year.
The ex-Man United star turned his eye to coaching after his retirement in 2012 and enjoyed his most successful spell in the dugout during his time with PSV.
The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) have ruled out Roberto Di Matteo as a candidate for the national team's next permanent manager.
JOHN McGARRY: On Monday, Steve Clarke was at pains to pay tribute to the job Michael O'Neill has done with Northern Ireland over two spells stretching back to 2011.
Los Angeles FC have agreed to a deal to sign AC Milan striker and France's all-time leading international goal scorer, Olivier Giroud.
Kyle Walker pulled up during England's friendly defeat to Brazil at the weekend and was duly substituted in the first half to spark concern at the Etihad with the massive tie looming large.
In a statement, the governing body said the incident was being looked into, with Mexico waiting to find out if it will face more punishment over the chant.
Rangers hit out at 'homophobic' and 'misogynistic' comments that have been made about women's football in the wake of last Sunday's Sky Sports Cup final at Tynecastle.
Former England and West Ham goalkeeper Rob Green stunned viewers on Tuesday after revealing the extent of his gruesome finger injury that he sustained during his playing career.
CALUM CROWE AT HAMPDEN PARK: Steve Clarke's side have now gone seven games without a win and also suffered an injury scare when skipper Andy Robertson hobbled off in the first half.
Cristiano Ronaldo fumed as he left the pitch following Portugal's 2-0 defeat away to Slovenia in a friendly on Tuesday night.
Rob Page leapt to the defence of Dan James after his missed penalty cost Wales a place at Euro 2024.
TOM COLLOMOSSE AT CARDIFF CITY STADIUM: Footballers are a superstitious bunch, which is why Connor Roberts appears to be modelling himself on cult Australian fast bowler Merv Hughes.
Pictures from the visit show Badosa receiving a customized Inter Miami jersey. Meanwhile, Tsitsipas received a Lionel Messi kit as the couple posed with the club owner Beckham.