Switzerland forward Breel Embolo has had his Esta authorisation approved and can travel to the United States to join up with the rest of his team-mates as they prepare for the 2026 World Cup. Embolo did not travel with the Swiss squad on Tuesday because his Esta – an automated system that determines if an […]
While there was some short-term pain back in 2023, Northern Ireland and manager O’Neill have seen the benefits of introducing players to senior international football at a young age. Those youngsters have blossomed into seasoned internationals, and the next generation are starting to get their chance. In the second half, Arsenal teenager Ceadach O’Neill was […]
O’Neill used the friendly against the side ranked 80th in the world as a chance to give younger players a chance in the green and white shirt. Both Liverpool’s Kieran Morrison and Arsenal’s Ceadach O’Neill made their senior debuts during the lacklustre match. Stopper Luke Southwood also came off the bench at half-time to make […]
Former Bournemouth manger Andoni Iraola has agreed a two-year deal as Liverpool head coach. The contract goes against the recent trend of lengthy terms agreed in the Premier League, such as former Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior initially signing up for six-and-a-half years at the London side – before departing after three months in charge. So […]
Liverpool have appointed Andoni Iraola as their head coach following the sacking of Arne Slot. The Reds announced Slot’s exit on Saturday, a year after the Dutchman guided them to the Premier League title. Former Bournemouth manager Iraola, 43, joins after delivering the Cherries’ finest season to date, finishing in sixth place. That was only […]
This list is not exhaustive. There are plenty of father-son partnerships that have made their mark on the international stage. Justin Kluivert and his father Patrick could soon be added to this roll of honour. Patrick bagged an impressive 40 goals during his 79-cap Netherlands career. Bournemouth midfielder Justin is yet to score for the […]
Fifa has been eager to push fans to its own resale site. And you can imagine why, considering they take 15% from both the buyer and the seller. On its FAQ page,, external world football’s governing body says it “strongly encourages you to purchase all types of tickets” through its official platforms. Fifa also warns […]
England defender Lucy Bronze says the Women’s Super League has “the edge” of improving each year so is able to attract Europe’s best players. Several high-profile players from Spain – England’s opponents on Friday – have been linked with a move to the WSL this summer. BBC Sport reported on Monday that Mapi Leon, who […]
Brighton are expecting Tottenham to return with another bid for defender Jan Paul van Hecke after rejecting their initial £70m offer. Van Hecke, who is part of the Netherlands’ World Cup squad, has a year left on his contract and new Spurs boss Roberto de Zerbi is keen to be reunited with the 25-year-old after […]
Before last month’s FA Cup final victory over Chelsea, Guardiola was asked whether the visit to Wembley Stadium would be his last. He replied by saying “no way”, and that he had “one more year [on his contract]”. But the playful way in which he delivered that line and his quick exit from the room […]