A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Chelsea midfielder Marco van Ginkel out for eight months after surgery
Chelsea announce that Netherlands midfielder Marco van Ginkel will be out of action for at least eight months after undergoing knee surgery.
Jul 10, 19:53
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Rangers sign Umar Sadiq on loan from Roma
Rangers confirm the signing of Roma and Nigeria Under-23 forward Umar Sadiq on a season-long loan, subject to international clearance.
Jul 10, 19:38
Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic reacts during the match against Argentina on June 21, 2018
Zlatko Dalic: 'Croatia World Cup progress no surprise'
Croatia manager Zlatko Dalic believes that nobody should be surprised by his side reaching the semi-finals of the World Cup.
Jul 10, 19:29
Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after helping his side to victory in the 2018 Champions League final in Kiev
Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos pays tribute to departing Cristiano Ronaldo
Sergio Ramos sends a message of support to Cristiano Ronaldo following the forward's decision to leave Real Madrid for Juventus.
Jul 10, 19:17
Borussia Monchengladbach defender Jannik Vestergaard in action during the 2017-18 campaign
Report: Jannik Vestergaard undergoes Southampton medical
Denmark defender Jannik Vestergaard reportedly undergoes a medical at Southampton ahead of a prospective move from Borussia Monchengladbach.
Jul 10, 19:00
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers at the Scottish Cup final between Celtic and Motherwell on May 19, 2018
Brendan Rodgers hails "very pleasing" Celtic win over Alashkert FC
Brendan Rodgers believes that Celtic's 3-0 win over Alashkert FC was "very pleasing" as his side overcame their opponents despite sweltering conditions in Yerevan.
Jul 10, 18:48
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers at the Scottish Cup final between Celtic and Motherwell on May 19, 2018
Celtic claim routine win over Alashkert FC in Champions League qualifier
Celtic get their Champions League qualifying campaign off to an impressive start with a routine 3-0 win over Alashkert FC in their preliminary round first leg on Tuesday.
Jul 10, 18:27
Alisson Becker in action for Roma on January 21, 2018
Monchi: 'Roma will consider Alisson Becker offers'
Roma sporting director Monchi admits that the Serie A club's board will listen to offers for in-demand Brazil goalkeeper Alisson Becker.
Jul 10, 18:20
Riyad Mahrez in action for Leicester City on March 18, 2018
Report: Leicester City winger Riyad Mahrez undergoes Manchester City medical
Riyad Mahrez is reportedly undergoing a medical at Manchester City ahead of a move from Leicester City.
Jul 10, 18:10
Spain manager Julen Lopetegui on March 23, 2018
Luis Rubiales stands by decision to relieve Julen Lopetegui of Spain duties
Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales insists that he has no regrets over the decision to sack coach Julen Lopetegui on the eve of the 2018 World Cup.
Jul 1, 20:00
Brazil and Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar in action during the World Cup warm-up match against Croatia at Anfield on June 3, 2018
Thiago Silva backs Neymar to shine for Brazil in World Cup last-16 tie
Thiago Silva hopes that Neymar can emulate Paris Saint-Germain teammates Edinson Cavani and Kylian Mbappe in inspiring their countries through to the World Cup quarter-finals.
Jul 1, 19:50
Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale celebrates after scoring in the Champions League final against Liverpool in Kiev on May 26, 2018
Mickey Thomas: 'Gareth Bale should seek to win Premier League title'
Gareth Bale could complete a "perfect" career with a Premier League title win, according to former Manchester United and Wales midfielder Mickey Thomas.
Jul 1, 19:33
Andres Iniesta in action for Spain on November 11, 2017
Spain legend Andres Iniesta announces international retirement
Spain midfielder Andres Iniesta announces his international retirement following La Roja's 2018 World Cup exit at the hands of hosts Russia.
Jul 1, 19:04
Sergio Ramos in action for Spain on September 2, 2017
Sergio Ramos: 'Spain leave World Cup with heads held high'
Sergio Ramos insists that Spain leave with their "heads held high" after being knocked out of the World Cup by hosts Russia on Sunday.
Jul 1, 18:59
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Erik ten Hag: 'Ajax star Hakim Ziyech has deal elsewhere'
Ajax manager Erik ten Hag reveals that Morocco international Hakim Ziyech has secured a deal to join another club this summer.
Jul 1, 18:44
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Report: Alassane Plea on radar of four Premier League clubs
Nice striker Alassane Plea is reportedly being courted by Premier League quartet West Ham United, Newcastle United, Fulham and Tottenham Hotspur.
Jul 1, 18:32
Gareth Southgate during an England training session on May 28, 2018
Gareth Southgate: 'England reconnecting with fans at World Cup'
Gareth Southgate believes that England have reconnected with supporters and created a fresh air of excitement as they prepare for their World Cup meeting with Colombia.
Jul 1, 18:20
Fernando Hierro at the World Cup European playoff draw on December 1, 2018
Fernando Hierro: 'It has been a pleasure to coach Spain at World Cup'
Fernando Hierro says that it has been "a pleasure" to coach Spain but stresses that he does not know whether he will take the role permanently as it is not his decision.
Jul 1, 18:11
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Report: Norwich City seek to sign Chelsea midfielder Kasey Palmer on loan
Norwich City reportedly make an offer to Chelsea with regards to signing midfielder Kasey Palmer on loan for the season.
Jun 30, 18:59
James Rodriguez in action for Colombia on May 26, 2018
Report: James Rodriguez misses Colombia training ahead of England World Cup tie
James Rodriguez was the only Colombia player who did not take part in training on Saturday ahead of the World Cup last-16 meeting with England, according to reports.
Jun 30, 18:52
Lyon forward Nabil Fekir in action during his side's Europa League clash against Apollon Limassol on November 23, 2017
Report: Manchester United to sign Lyon star Nabil Fekir ahead of Liverpool
Manchester United are considering making an offer to sign Lyon and France star Nabil Fekir ahead of Liverpool, according to a report in France.
Jun 30, 18:43
Thibaut Courtois in action for Chelsea during the FA Cup final on May 19, 2018
Thibaut Courtois longs for "dream" World Cup final between Belgium, Spain
Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois believes that the prospect of his nation meeting Spain in the World Cup final is a "dream".
Jun 30, 18:32
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Jurgen Klinsmann: 'Germany not hungry enough to retain World Cup'
Germany legend Jurgen Klinsmann believes that the four-time World Cup winners and reigning champions were "complacent" and "not hungry enough" at Russia 2018.
Jun 30, 18:23
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Michael Appleton leaves role as Leicester City assistant manager
Leicester City confirm that assistant manager Michael Appleton has left the role amid a restructure of Claude Puel's coaching staff.
Jun 30, 18:14
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere in action during his side's Premier League clash with Stoke City on April 1, 2018
Former Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere "willing to go abroad"
England midfielder Jack Wilshere admits that he is open to a move abroad following his departure from Arsenal.
Jun 30, 18:05
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Argentina midfielder Javier Mascherano retires from international football
Argentina veteran Javier Mascherano announces his retirement from international football.
Jun 30, 17:45
France's Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring their first goal against USA on June 9, 2018
Didier Deschamps: 'Kylian Mbappe quicker than Ronaldo'
France coach Didier Deschamps deems Kylian Mbappe to be "even quicker" than Brazil legend Ronaldo and has tipped the teenager to "make a lot of progress".
Jun 30, 17:39
France manager Didier Deschamps on March 19, 2018
Didier Deschamps: 'France answered the call in World Cup last 16'
Didier Deschamps claims that his France side "answered the call" in Saturday's thrilling 4-3 win over Argentina in the last 16 of the World Cup.
Jun 30, 17:26
Uruguay striker Luis Suarez in action during his side's World Cup qualifier with Bolivia in October 2017
Team News: Luis Suarez, Cristiano Ronaldo start as Uruguay face Portugal in World Cup last 16
Luis Suarez and Cristiano Ronaldo start as Uruguay face Portugal in their World Cup last-16 clash in Sochi.
Jun 30, 17:00
James Rodriguez in action for Colombia on May 26, 2018
Report: Colombia star James Rodriguez fit to face England in World Cup last 16
Colombia attacker James Rodriguez is in line to face England in the last 16 of the World Cup following a positive scan, according to a report.
Jun 30, 16:55
Nabil Fekir and Kylian Mbappe of France celebrate after scoring the opening goal of their international friendly with USA in June 2018
France forward Kylian Mbappe flattered by Pele comparisons
France forward Kylian Mbappe describes comparisons to Pele as "flattering" but insists that the Brazil legend is in "another category" altogether.
Jun 30, 16:45
England's Kieran Trippier in action with Panama's Erick Davis on June 24, 2018
Kieran Trippier: 'Loss to Belgium has not affected mood in England camp'
Kieran Trippier rubbishes claims suggesting that England have lost their World Cup momentum with their 1-0 defeat to Belgium.
Jun 30, 16:31
James Rodriguez in action for Colombia on May 26, 2018
Carlos Sanchez: 'Colombia still capable of beating England without James Rodriguez'
Carlos Sanchez believes that Colombia can overcome England in the last 16 of the World Cup even if talisman James Rodriguez does not feature.
Jun 30, 16:17
England striker Harry Kane in action during his side's international friendly with Nigeria at Wembley on June 2, 2018
Carlos Sanchez: 'England more than just Harry Kane'
Colombia will have to contend with more than just Harry Kane if they want to progress at England's expense in their World Cup last-16 clash, according to Carlos Sanchez.
Jun 30, 16:07
Sofiane Boufal in action for Southampton in the FA Cup on March 18, 2018
Southampton omit Guido Carrillo, Sofiane Boufal from China pre-season tour squad
Southampton boss Mark Hughes does not include big-money signings Guido Carrillo and Sofiane Boufal in his squad for the Saints' upcoming pre-season tour of China.
Jun 30, 14:58
Manuel Pellegrini in charge of Manchester City in May 2016
Manuel Pellegrini names West Ham United coaching staff
New West Ham United boss Manuel Pellegrini unveils his backroom coaching staff at the London Stadium ahead of the 2018-19 Premier League campaign.
Jun 30, 14:50
Mercedes's Valtteri Bottas in action during qualifying for the Canadian Grand Prix on June 9, 2018
Valtteri Bottas fastest in Austrian Grand Prix qualifying
Valtteri Bottas claims his first pole position of 2018 by pipping Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel to top spot in qualifying for the Austrian Grand Prix.
Jun 30, 14:33
Colombia's Juan Quintero celebrates scoring their third goal from the penalty spot with teammates during an international friendly with France in March 2018
Report: Premier League duo, Real Madrid keen on Colombia star Juan Fernando Quintero
Colombia star Juan Fernando Quintero is thought to be a transfer target for Premier League duo Tottenham Hotspur and Wolverhampton Wanderers as well as Real Madrid.
Jun 30, 14:23
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Andreas Bjelland leaves Brentford after rejecting new contract
Brentford confirm that Denmark international Andreas Bjelland has left Griffin Park after rejecting a new contract.
Jun 30, 14:14
England's Dele Alli with manager Gareth Southgate after the match against Nigeria on June 2, 2018
Dele Alli rejects suggestions of easy World Cup route for England
Dele Alli rejects suggestions of England having an easy route to the latter stages of the 2018 World Cup following the Three Lions' second-place finish in Group G.
Jun 30, 14:08
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