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Tottenham board rejects claims of lack of investment by Supporters’ Trust

Tottenham’s board has rejected claims by the club’s Supporters’ Trust that it has not invested enough in the team. The Trust wrote to the board last month highlighting concerns in a number of areas, including recruitment. In its reply, the board said more than Â£500m had been spent on players since the club’s new stadium opened in 2019. “It’s important that we deal with facts – our spend levels quite…

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February 3, 2023

Martin will not quit – but says Swans must change

Russell Martin says he will not walk away from Swansea City but believes the club must change the way they work in the transfer market. Martin thought the Championship club would strengthen for a play-off push during the January window but they did not sign a player. However, Swansea’s head coach insists transfer failings will not affect his commitment to the club. “I’ve never walked away from anything in my…

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February 3, 2023

Furness leaves Liverpool by mutual consent

Midfielder Rachel Furness has left Women’s Super League side Liverpool by mutual consent. The Northern Ireland international, 34, spent three seasons at the club after joining from Reading in 2019, scoring 19 goals in 64 appearances. Furness was vice-captain at Liverpool, helping the club win promotion to the WSL in 2022. BBC Sport understands she is set to join Championship side Bristol City. “It’s always tough when you lose senior…

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February 3, 2023

Inside Oxford United’s quest to remain undefeated

When Liam Gilbert set out his goals for Oxford United Women last summer, he knew they were a few pieces away from something special. The 33-year-old manager spent the off-season talking to his staff via group chat and video calls to figure out what they needed to make a serious promotion run, and how they were going to achieve it. “We needed a bit of a rebuild because we lost…

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February 3, 2023

What is the impact of England’s Euro 2022 triumph on grassroots football?

“I got a call from one of our coaches, who was panicking. Sixty new people had turned up, never kicked a ball before, but they had all watched the Lionesses.” The day after Georgia Stanway put England into the European Championship semi-finals, Manchester Laces’ open training session provided the best kind of problem for Helen Hardy, who founded the inclusive women’s football club in 2021. “How many women felt empowered…

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February 2, 2023

Football Black List: Bukayo Saka, Raheem Sterling, Marcus Rashford & Lianne Sanderson on list

Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka, Chelsea’s Raheem Sterling and Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford have been named on a list of the most influential black people in British football. The annual Football Black List recognises the efforts of black figures working in various areas of the game. Crystal Palace manager Patrick Vieira and Burnley boss Vincent Kompany are included in the coaching category. Pundit and ex-England player Lianne Sanderson is also on this…

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February 2, 2023

France’s Varane retires from international football

France and Manchester United centre-back Raphael Varane has announced his retirement from international football. The 29-year-old, who won the World Cup in 2018, scored five goals in 93 appearances for his country after making his debut in 2013. The last of his caps was won in the 2022 World Cup final, in which France were beaten by Argentina on penalties. “Representing our great country for a decade has been one…

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February 2, 2023

The mystery Englishman who became Barca’s first boss

Until now, the identity of Barcelona’s first manager has been shrouded in mystery. The club’s official records refer to him only as ‘B. Barren’,external-link noting that he was an Englishman who was in charge for a brief period in 1912. New research has revealed the truth about this footballing pioneer, with a story that goes back to the coalfields of Durham and the first ‘World Cup’. Here is the tale…

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February 2, 2023

Manchester United 2-0 Nottingham Forest (5-0 on agg): Final nothing without victory – Erik ten Hag

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has told his players a Wembley appearance will mean nothing unless they beat Newcastle in the EFL Cup final on 26 February. Second-half goals from Anthony Martial and Fred eased United to a 5-0 aggregate win over Nottingham Forest at Old Trafford. It confirmed United’s first domestic final appearance since 2018 and puts them a win away from ending their six-year wait for a…

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February 2, 2023

Scottish Gossip: Celtic, Rangers, Hearts, Aberdeen, Giakoumakis, Shankland, Michniewicz, Robson

Giorgos Giakoumakis will still leave Celtic, despite the closure of the January transfer windows in Europe, as the 28-year-old Greece striker remains in discussions with Major League Soccer club Atlanta United and J-League outfit Urawa Red Diamonds – and their windows remain open. (Football Scotland)external-link Oliver Abildgaard paid an emotional farewell to Celtic after the 26-year-old midfielder’s season-long stay on loan from Rubin Kazan was cut short and he moved…

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February 1, 2023

Gavi doubles down on critics: ‘They have no idea’June 5, 2025
Barcelona midfielder Gavi has doubled down on his claim that his critics have “f—— no idea” how good he is, saying people hate him for his style of play. Gavi, 20, first lashed out at his detractors in April, expressing his belief that his ability with the ball is ignored because of his tenacity off… Read more: Gavi doubles down on critics: ‘They have no idea’
Report: Brailsford to scale back Man United roleJune 5, 2025
Manchester United’s football operations are undergoing yet more change with one of the club’s key figures Dave Brailsford scaling back his role, a source familiar with the situation told The Associated Press. The source spoke on the condition of anonymity because the information has not been made public. Brailsford, who was credited for his role… Read more: Report: Brailsford to scale back Man United role
Is the future of soccer in new, chaotic tournaments fueled by viral moments and celebrities?June 4, 2025
Feeling more like a nightclub than Old Trafford, music bumped through speakers as former Manchester United midfielder Josh Harrop walked into a concert-like atmosphere in London’s Copper Box Arena. The referee threw the ball into the air as an airhorn went off and social media influencers recorded the videos on their phones a few feet… Read more: Is the future of soccer in new, chaotic tournaments fueled by viral moments and celebrities?
Peyton Manning joins Denver NWSL ownershipJune 4, 2025
Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning has joined the ownership group of the Denver NWSL expansion franchise that will begin play next year. Manning is a five-time NFL MVP and a two-time Super Bowl champion who played his final four seasons with the Denver Broncos, retiring in 2016 shortly after leading the team to a… Read more: Peyton Manning joins Denver NWSL ownership
Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool, Man United and Spurs all want £55m DiblingJune 3, 2025
Four of the Premier League’s biggest clubs are ready to battle for the signature of Southampton winger Tyler Dibling, while Antonio Rüdiger is set to spurn the Saudi Pro League to extend his stay at Real Madrid. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool, Man United and Spurs all want £55m Dibling
Qatar’s PSG mission has been accomplished with Champions League win. Now what?June 3, 2025
MUNICH, Germany — Paris Saint Germain’s Champions League win means the club, and the city, are now (even more) officially on the football map. Now what? Saturday night’s 5-0 humiliation of Inter wasn’t just PSG’s initiation into the big time, but it also opens new horizons for just where this club might go. (They’ve spent… Read more: Qatar’s PSG mission has been accomplished with Champions League win. Now what?
Doué pips Yamal to Champions League awardJune 2, 2025
Paris Saint-Germain winger Désiré Doué beat Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal to win the Champions League Young Player of the Season award after scoring twice in his side’s 5-0 final win over Inter Milan on Saturday. Both teenagers — slated as perhaps the two best young players in world football — made the team of the season.… Read more: Doué pips Yamal to Champions League award
How PSG ended years of continental heartbreak to win the Champions LeagueJune 2, 2025
When Qatar Sports Investments (QSI) became Paris Saint-Germain’s majority owner in 2011, the club was Europe’s 48th best, according to the numbers at EloFootball.com. And this was a major improvement — it was 90th a year earlier. PSG had just finished fourth in Ligue 1, their best placement in more than a decade. They had… Read more: How PSG ended years of continental heartbreak to win the Champions League
Madrid pip United as world’s most valuable clubJune 1, 2025
LaLiga side Real Madrid topped the list of the most valuable football teams in the world for the fourth year in a row with a valuation of $6.75 billion, business magazine Forbes has said. Real became the first football club to bring in a billion dollars in a single year after they posted a record… Read more: Madrid pip United as world’s most valuable club
PSG humiliate Inter Milan in most lopsided Champions League final ever as Doué steals spotlightJune 1, 2025
MUNICH — Paris Saint-Germain won their first Champions League title by humiliating Inter Milan with a rampant 5-0 victory on Saturday. PSG completed a league, cup and Champions League treble on a night when 19-year-old forward Désiré Doué announced himself to the world with a two-goal performance. Who needs Lionel Messi, Neymar and Kylian Mbappé… Read more: PSG humiliate Inter Milan in most lopsided Champions League final ever as Doué steals spotlight