That clearly suited Gordon. Digging deeper, according to Opta, the England international has had a significantly better shot conversion rate in the Champions League (38.5%) compared to the Premier League (12.5%) in 2025-26. Gordon has also had more shots (three) and touches in the opposition box (6.1); attempted more dribbles (3.9); and had a better […]

Lionel Messi will play in a sixth World Cup as he captains holders Argentina at the 2026 tournament. The 38-year-old forward, who led his country to a third World Cup triumph in Qatar with a penalty shootout victory over France four years ago, was named in Lionel Scaloni’s 26-man squad on Thursday. With 26 appearances, […]

Republic of Ireland midfielder Jamie McGrath says he expects the controversy surrounding the side’s upcoming Israel fixtures to “heat up” after Thursday’s friendly win over Qatar was disrupted. The Aviva Stadium game – which the Republic of Ireland won 1-0 thanks to Nathan Collins’ early header – was twice briefly interrupted in the first half […]

Available for 29 days Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague and Julien Laurens as the panel look ahead to PSG against Arsenal in the Champions League final. There’s an in-depth analysis of both managers, Luis Enrique and Mikel Arteta. Plus, a closer look at two Ecuador international team mates who could play against each […]

Barcelona weigh up move for Piero Hincapie, Ruben Dias instructs agents to explore move away from Manchester City and Liverpool pushing for quick agreement with Yan Diomande. Barcelona are weighing up an approach for 24-year-old Arsenal and Ecuador defender Piero Hincapie. (Mail) , external Manchester City and Portugal defender Ruben Dias, 29, has instructed his […]

Mauricio Pochettino has held initial talks with AC Milan to become their next manager following Massimiliano Allegri’s sacking. The 54-year-old Argentine is currently preparing for the World Cup with the United States, but his contract expires after the tournament and the Serie A side have an interest. Pochettino’s immediate focus is on this summer’s finals, […]

Roll up, roll up – it’s time for BBC Sport’s first end-of-season football awards. Voted for by our expert pundits, dedicated team of journalists, and specialist football programme makers, these awards celebrate the players who starred in the Premier League, Women’s Super League, Scottish Premiership and EFL in 2025-26. Those voting include Chris Sutton, Danny […]

Tottenham are close to signing Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi on a free transfer. Personal terms are yet to be finalised but the deal for the 29-year-old is advancing towards completion, as is Spurs’ move for Scotland full-back Andy Robertson, who is out of contract after leaving Liverpool. Bournemouth abandoned efforts to retain Senesi after he […]

Goalkeepers: Ronwen Williams (Mamelodi Sundowns), Ricardo Goss (Siwelele), Sipho Chaine (Orlando Pirates). Defenders: Khuliso Mudau, Aubrey Modiba, Khulumani Ndamane (all Mamelodi Sundowns), Olwethu Makhanya (Philadelphia Union), Bradley Cross (Kaizer Chiefs), Thabang Matuludi (Polokwane City), Nkosinathi Sibisi, Kamogelo Sebelebele (both Orlando Pirates), Ime Okon (Hannover), Samukele Kabini (Molde FK), Mbekezeli Mbokazi (Chicago Fire). Midfielders: Teboho Mokoena, […]

Hull City have been charged by the Football Association over discriminatory chanting in their FA Cup defeat by Chelsea in February. Spectators were warned over the PA system to stop discriminatory chanting late in the first half of the match, which Chelsea won 4-0, at the MKM Stadium and that CCTV inside the ground was […]