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Tuesday’s Scottish Gossip

Veteran Melbourne sports host Andy Maher believes Ange Postecoglou will leave Celtic at the end of the season and “most likely” take a Premier League job, with Leeds United the front-runner if they avoid relegation. (Fox Sports)external-link Rangers goalkeeper Allan McGregor, 41, has not ruled out continuing beyond the end of the season. (Sky Sports via Scotsmanexternal-link) Scotland and Hearts goalkeeper Craig Gordon, 40, has vowed he will keep going…

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February 21, 2023

Scottish Gossip: Rangers, Celtic, Hearts, Aberdeen, Dundee United, Scotland

Former Celtic striker turned pundit Chris Sutton says being branded a comedy act and Chelsea’s worst-ever player by “touchy” Michael Beale had him Googling the Rangers manager’s own playing career, but he “couldn’t find anything about it”. (Daily Record)external-link Rangers boss Michael Beale insists he has put next week’s Viaplay Cup final out of his mind until after Saturday’s game at Livingston, where he is set to omit Ianis Hagi…

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February 18, 2023

The ex-Man City man leading PNG’s World Cup push

As a player, Spencer Prior was often the underdog – whether helping Cardiff City knock Premier League leaders Leeds out of the FA Cup in 2002, or being part of the Southend United side which stunned a Manchester United team featuring Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney. However the former defender – who played in the Premier League for Norwich, Leicester, Derby and Manchester City – is eyeing the biggest upset…

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February 18, 2023

Greenwood ‘really enjoying’ England role

Manchester City defender Alex Greenwood says she is “really enjoying my football” after a strong performance in England’s opening Arnold Clark Cup victory on Thursday. Greenwood, 29, started at left-back and provided an assist for Alessia Russo’s goal in the 4-0 win over South Korea. She has been impressive in a centre-back role for City this season too. “It’s important when you’re happy off the pitch, it replicates on it,”…

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February 18, 2023

Scottish Gossip: Rangers, Celtic, Motherwell, Hibs, Aberdeen

Ian Holloway and Grant McCann are on the Motherwell shortlist to replace Steven Hammell as manager, with interim boss Stuart Kettlewell also keen on the role as Jack Ross drops out of the running. (Sky Sports)external-link Former Hibs and Dundee United boss Jack Ross was interested in the Motherwell position and held informal talks earlier this week only to have second thoughts on his next career move. (Scottish Sun)external-link Rangers…

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February 17, 2023

Lauren James: England forward is like a video game ‘cheat code’, says captain Leah Williamson

What is the best way to sum up Lauren James’ influence for England? Captain Leah Williamson has borrowed a phrase from the gaming world. “I think she’s a cheat code,” Williamson said. “I enjoy being on the same team as her.” James has had to be patient for an England chance – she only made her full international debut last September – but is grabbing it now. The 21-year-old forward…

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February 17, 2023

‘Enough is enough’ – Canada protest before USA match

Canada wore purple T-shirts with the phrase “enough is enough” to protest against their national association before their 2-0 loss to the USA in the SheBelieves Cup in Orlando, Florida. The team, in dispute with Canada Soccer because of concerns over funding cuts and a lack of pay equality, were joined by the USA in a huddle before kick-off. Earlier in the week, the Olympic champions called off strike action.…

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February 17, 2023

Inside Martinez’s bid to be world’s best keeper

When Emi Martinez joined Aston Villa from Arsenal in September 2020 he attached a laminated list of targets to his locker, and one of them was to become the best goalkeeper in the world. At the time, that might have seemed like an admirably lofty but somewhat unlikely ambition for someone who had never even been the number one keeper at his club, let alone on the entire planet. Martinez’s…

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February 17, 2023

Time to think ahead – Fantasy football tips

Before you make any transfers this week see how your squad is looking for gameweeks 25, 27 and 28. Arsenal, Liverpool, Everton and Wolves all double in gameweek 25 while Manchester United, Newcastle United, Brighton and Brentford all blank. Brighton and Brentford then double in gameweek 27 along with Crystal Palace and Southampton. The problem is that Brighton, Brentford and Southampton could then well blank in gameweek 28 along with…

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February 17, 2023

‘We can’t stop watching’ – Arsenal’s reluctant rebel fans

It’s the most important league match the Emirates Stadium has ever staged but Stuart Morgan, an Arsenal season ticket holder, is 24 miles away in the town of Chertsey. He’s sipping a lager beneath the low ceiling of a modest clubhouse. The TV broadcasting Arsenal’s game against Manchester City produces a tinny sound. He’s living every kick of the ball, nodding his head as if he was on the end…

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February 17, 2023

Tottenham fined for anti-gay chants vs. UnitedJune 20, 2025
Tottenham Hotspur were fined £75,000 ($100,710) by the Football Association on Thursday for crowd misconduct after the club’s supporters were heard making anti-gay chants during their Premier League match at Manchester United in September. The club condemned the incident at the time and said they were working with local police and stadium security to identify… Read more: Tottenham fined for anti-gay chants vs. United
Is the Club World Cup important? Yes, just ask the South American teamsJune 20, 2025
The videos keep rolling across your social feeds: Boca Juniors fans on the beach in Miami, while Palmeiras fans light up Times Square. You’ll hear it in the stands and see it in the scenes, too: River Plate fans belting out songs in Seattle and Flamengo supporters roaring during the individual player introductions. The FIFA… Read more: Is the Club World Cup important? Yes, just ask the South American teams
Pep laments ‘unnecessary’ Lewis red in City winJune 19, 2025
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola described Rico Lewis’ 88th-minute red card in Wednesday’s 2-0 win over Wydad AC as an “unnecessary” decision by the referee. City opened their Club World Cup campaign in Philadelphia with a comfortable victory courtesy of first-half goals from Phil Foden and Jérémy Doku. However, the game ended on a sour… Read more: Pep laments ‘unnecessary’ Lewis red in City win
Mudryk faces up to 4-year ban after doping chargeJune 19, 2025
Mykhailo Mudryk is facing a potential ban of up to four years after the Football Association charged the Chelsea winger with a doping offence. The 24-year-old was provisionally suspended in December having tested positive for a performance-enhancing substance named meldonium. The Blues were awaiting the results of a ‘B’ sample test to support or contradict… Read more: Mudryk faces up to 4-year ban after doping charge
LaLiga prez wants Club World Cup ‘eliminated’June 18, 2025
LaLiga president Javier Tebas has doubled down on his criticism of FIFA’s expanded Club World Cup, saying it’s his objective to “eliminate” the competition from the football calendar. Tebas said last week the tournament is “completely absurd” and went one step further on Tuesday after watching 25 minutes of Chelsea’s 2-0 win over LAFC, which… Read more: LaLiga prez wants Club World Cup ‘eliminated’
Transfer rumors, news: Chelsea keeping tabs on Lyon’s FofanaJune 18, 2025
Chelsea have initiated contact with Lyon’s Malick Fofana, while Arsenal are one of the clubs interested in signing former Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors, and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s summer window grades – Sources: Man United hold talks with… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Chelsea keeping tabs on Lyon’s Fofana
4 guilty of hate crimes for Vinícius threatsJune 17, 2025
Four people have been sentenced to between 14 and 22 months in prison for hate crimes and threats committed against Vinícius Júnior before a Copa del Rey tie between Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid in January 2023. The charges relate to the hanging of a doll wearing Real Madrid forward Vinícius’s shirt from a bridge… Read more: 4 guilty of hate crimes for Vinícius threats
The next Neymar, called ‘Messinho’: Is Estêvão ready for Chelsea?June 17, 2025
In April last year, Brazil’s latest wonderkid made his first start. Estêvão was in Palmeiras’ lineup for a Copa Libertadores match against a small Uruguayan side called Liverpool. That night, he offered plenty of hints that in the near future he might be doing battle with a much bigger club of the same name. That… Read more: The next Neymar, called ‘Messinho’: Is Estêvão ready for Chelsea?
Angel City wear shirts supporting ‘immigrant city’June 16, 2025
Angel City FC, the NWSL team based in Los Angeles, distributed T-shirts to fans on Saturday that proclaimed “Immigrant City Football Club.” Members of the team and the coaching staff also wore the shirts before their game Saturday night against the North Carolina Courage in solidarity with immigrants in the city who have been targeted… Read more: Angel City wear shirts supporting ‘immigrant city’
Transfer rumors, news: Robertson open to move as Atlético Madrid circleJune 16, 2025
Inter Milan are targeting Manchester United striker Rasmus Højlund, while Liverpool defender Andy Robertson is on the radar of Atlético Madrid and is open to a move. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors, and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s summer window grades – Tel joins Spurs… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Robertson open to move as Atlético Madrid circle