NPL Turmoil as Chair Stood Down Over Explosive Email
Mark Harris relieved of duties pending full disciplinary investigation FA and NPL probing alleged expletive-laden email to a supporter FC United v Stockton moved to neutral venue with title race at stake The Northern Premier League is lurching into the run-in under a cl... show more
Graham Scott Calls Time on VAR as Patience Wears Thin
Ex-PL referee Graham Scott says VAR is failing the game after more than a decade on the whistle. FSA survey: 75% oppose VAR; 90% say it harms the matchday; 85% say long checks sap enjoyment. Premier League and PGMOL won’t scrap VAR, promising better, faster application ... show more
Forest Survive Porto Storm as Comedy Own Goal Keeps Europe Dream Alive
Forest nick a 1-1 draw in Porto after a calamitous back-pass own goal Stefan Ortega produces a string of big saves as Forest ride their luck VAR rules out Igor Jesus strike; second leg set for a raucous City Ground Sometimes Europe hands you a lifeline wrapped in slapst... show more
Carragher Tears Into Liverpool’s Setup—and Konaté—After Paris Punishment
Carragher says Liverpool’s back-five plan left them wide open Konaté labelled the weak link as PSG win first leg 2-0 Reds “lucky” to escape Paris only two down, with Anfield to come Paris was punishing and Liverpool were second best by a distance. PSG’s 2-0 first-leg wi... show more
Liverpool’s Paris Pragmatism: Damage Limited, Hope Preserved
Liverpool lose 2-0 in Paris but avoid another collapse after the Etihad drubbing Slot’s back-three morphs into a back five; first-half xG a stark 0.00 Kvaratskhelia shines, VAR reprieve for Konaté; Anfield comeback now decisive Call it pragmatic, call it ugly, but Arne ... show more
Tuchel Has to Back Trent — Flaws and All
Alexander-Arnold’s mixed display still showcased match-winning delivery Bellingham’s cameo underlined his must-start status in midsummer Kane’s ruthless edge remains England’s reliable baseline Thomas Tuchel picked a cracker. Real Madrid versus Bayern Munich at the Bern... show more
Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich: Bernabéu Braced for a Classic
Harry Kane is a fitness doubt despite training on the eve of the tie Real Madrid are unbeaten in nine against Bayern, including three quarter-final wins Bayern crushed Atalanta 10-2 on aggregate; Madrid routed Man City 5-1 The Bernabéu loves the big stage, and this one ... show more
Maguire’s New Deal, United’s Clear Message
Harry Maguire, 33, extends Manchester United deal to 2027 Option for an additional year keeps future flexibility Defender says United’s best moments are still ahead Harry Maguire has penned a one-year contract extension at Manchester United, keeping him at Old Trafford ... show more
Arsenal’s Cool Front, Hot Seat: Arteta’s Balancing Act Between Lisbon and the Leag...
The title trumps all: Arsenal’s season will be judged by the Premier League. Sporting away is both opportunity and emotional hazard—momentum is everything. Fatigue, injuries, and selection balance could make or break Arteta’s plan. Mikel Arteta can force the smile and s... show more
Stones and Dias Nearing Return as City Eye Critical Run-In
Lijnders says Stones and Dias are not facing long layoffs Defensive pair missed 4-0 FA Cup win over Liverpool; Chelsea next Gvardiol still out as City juggle cups and an outside title push Injury Latest: Stones and Dias Close to Returns After Manchester City’s emphatic ... show more
