Gareth Bale in action during the World Cup qualifier between Wales and Austria on September 2, 2017
Team News: Gareth Bale in strong Wales XI
Gareth Bale is named in a strong Wales XI for Thursday's international friendly with China.
Mar 22, 10:48
Jack Wilshere tackles Eden Hazard during the EFL Cup semi-final second leg between Arsenal and Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium on January 24, 2018
Jack Wilshere keen for Arsenal resolution
Jack Wilshere reveals that he is keen to address his Arsenal future before the 2018 World Cup.
Mar 22, 10:38
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England bowled out for 58 in Auckland
England are bowled out for 58 as New Zealand dominate day one of the first Test in Auckland.
Mar 22, 10:27
Mark Noble confronts a pitch invader during the Premier League game between West Ham United and Burnley on March 10, 2018
West Ham United confirm "lifetime bans" for at least five individuals
West Ham United reveal that "lifetime bans" have been issued to the "five individuals" that entered the field of play at the London Stadium on March 10.
Mar 22, 10:13
Paris Saint-Germain's Marco Verratti in action during the Champions League match against Arsenal on November 23, 2016
Marco Verratti plays down Barcelona talk
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti plays down suggestions that his agent Mino Raiola has offered him to Barcelona.
Mar 21, 12:27
Alexis Sanchez of Manchester United prepares to take a corner during the Premier League match against Huddersfield Town on February 3, 2018
Andy Cole: 'Alexis Sanchez trying too hard'
Former Manchester United striker Andy Cole says that Alexis Sanchez's struggles at Old Trafford are down to the Chilean 'trying too hard'.
Mar 21, 12:14
Real Madrid's Marco Asensio celebrates scoring during the Champions League final against Juventus on June 3, 2017
Marco Asensio: 'No issue with Zinedine Zidane'
Real Madrid attacker Marco Asensio insists that he has not been unfairly treated by Los Blancos boss Zinedine Zidane.
Mar 21, 12:02
Toby Alderweireld in action for Tottenham Hotspur in November 2017
Chelsea 'join Toby Alderweireld race'
Chelsea are ready to battle Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain for the signature of Tottenham Hotspur defender Toby Alderweireld, according to a report.
Mar 21, 11:49
Mohamed Salah celebrates during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Watford on March 17, 2018
Ian Wright: 'Real Madrid would turn Mohamed Salah's head'
Former Arsenal forward Ian Wright says that Mohamed Salah would find it difficult to reject Real Madrid if the Spanish giants came calling this summer.
Mar 21, 11:37
Antoine Griezmann celebrates scoring for Atletico Madrid on September 17, 2017
Antoine Griezmann sets deadline to decide future
Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann reveals that he will make a decision on his future ahead of the 2018 World Cup.
Mar 21, 11:25
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
Raul 'to undergo coaching course'
Former Real Madrid captain Raul will undergo his coaching badges in April as the Spaniard eyes a coaching role at the Bernabeu, according to a report.
Mar 21, 11:12
Jaap Stam watches on during the Championship playoff semi-final game between Reading and Fulham on May 16, 2017
Reading announce Jaap Stam departure
Reading announce that Jaap Stam has left his role as head coach with immediate effect.
Mar 21, 10:53
Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy celebrates scoring during his side's Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur at the King Power Stadium on November 28, 2017
Harry Maguire backs Jamie Vardy to shine at 2018 World Cup
Harry Maguire backs Leicester City teammate Jamie Vardy to star for England at the 2018 World Cup.
Mar 21, 10:51
Burnley defender James Tarkowski in action during his side's FA Cup clash with Lincoln City
James Tarkowski: 'I always wanted England call-up'
Burnley centre-back James Tarkowski says that he 'would have found it difficult' to turn out for Poland as an international footballer.
Mar 21, 10:38
Nabil Fekir in action for Lyon in October 2017
Agent: 'Nabil Fekir could leave Lyon'
The agent of Lyon attacker Nabil Fekir suggests that his client could leave France at the end of the season.
Mar 21, 10:26
England goalkeeper Joe Hart in action during his side's World Cup qualifying clash with Slovakia on September 4, 2017
Joe Hart ready for World Cup battle
Joe Hart insists that he is ready for the battle to be England's number one goalkeeper at the 2018 World Cup.
Mar 21, 10:13
Ronald Koeman shouts orders during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Everton on September 17, 2017
Ronald Koeman relishing Netherlands opportunity
Netherlands boss Ronald Koeman insists that he is now over the disappointment of his Everton sacking in October.
Mar 20, 15:58
Juventus's Giorgio Chiellini in training on June 2, 2017
Juventus provide Giorgio Chiellini update
Juventus reveal that Giorgio Chiellini's thigh problem "will require daily monitoring" as the Italian looks to return to action after the international break.
Mar 20, 15:48
Mauro Icardi in action for Inter Milan in September 2017
Agent: 'Mauro Icardi talks progressing well'
The wife and agent of Mauro Icardi is confident that the Argentine will sign a new long-term contract with Inter Milan.
Mar 20, 15:36
Romelu Lukaku in action during the Champions League round-of-16 game between Manchester United and Sevilla on March 13, 2018
Romelu Lukaku insists Alexis Sanchez will come good for Manchester United
Romelu Lukaku insists that "hard work" will get Alexis Sanchez through his tough spell at Manchester United.
Mar 20, 15:23
Arsene Wenger gestures during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester United on December 2, 2017
Raphael Honigstein: 'Arsenal will return for Emil Forsberg'
German journalist Raphael Honigstein claims that Arsenal will return for RB Leipzig attacker Emil Forsberg this summer.
Mar 20, 15:11
Toby Alderweireld in action for Tottenham Hotspur in November 2017
Tottenham Hotspur 'pull plug on Toby Alderweireld talks'
Tottenham Hotspur reportedly end contract talks with Belgium centre-back Toby Alderweireld.
Mar 20, 14:59
Andrew Robertson in action during the Premier League game between Swansea City and Liverpool on January 22, 2018
Andrew Robertson lavishes praise on Mohamed Salah
Liverpool defender Andrew Robertson calls teammate Mohamed Salah "one of the best in the business".
Mar 20, 14:48
Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford in action during his side's Europa League clash with Hajduk Split on August 17, 2017
Mark Schwarzer questions Jordan Pickford's readiness for England
Former Premier League goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer says that Everton stopper Jordan Pickford is not "quite ready to be England's number one".
Mar 20, 14:36
N'Golo Kante comes up against Lionel Messi during the Champions League group game between Chelsea and Barcelona on February 20, 2018
N'Golo Kante: 'Chelsea is my home'
Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante insists that he is not interested in leaving Stamford Bridge this summer.
Mar 20, 14:24
Jose Mourinho covers his ears during the FA Cup quarter-final between Manchester United and Brighton & Hove Albion on March 17, 2018
Jamie Redknapp: 'Manchester United could struggle to sign flair players'
Former England midfielder Jamie Redknapp claims that Manchester United could find it difficult to sign creative players this summer.
Mar 20, 14:12
Andres Iniesta in action for Barcelona in December 2016
Julen Lopetegui delighted with Andres Iniesta form
Spain boss Julen Lopetegui says that Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta is "better than last year".
Mar 20, 13:59
Trent Alexander-Arnold celebrates getting on the scoresheet during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Swansea City on December 26, 2017
Trent Alexander-Arnold training with England
Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold trains with the England senior team ahead of the international friendlies against the Netherlands and Italy.
Mar 20, 13:46
Christian Eriksen scores the opener during the FA Cup quarter-final between Swansea City and Tottenham Hotspur on March 17, 2018
Age Hareide: 'Christian Eriksen would be La Liga star'
Denmark boss Age Hareide says that Tottenham Hotspur attacker Christian Eriksen has more than enough quality to one day represent Real Madrid or Barcelona.
Mar 20, 13:33
Tom Cairney in action for Fulham in January 2017
Tom Cairney hoping to impress for Scotland
Fulham midfielder Tom Cairney hopes to replicate his club form when he turns out for Scotland during the international break.
Mar 20, 13:20
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
Kepa Arrizabalaga explains Real Madrid snub
Athletic Bilbao goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga says that he turned down the chance to join Real Madrid during the January transfer window.
Mar 20, 13:07
Thomas Vermaelen in action for Belgium in 2016
Barcelona to renew Thomas Vermaelen contract?
Barcelona are keen to extend the contract of Belgium centre-back Thomas Vermaelen, according to a report.
Mar 20, 12:55
Paul Pogba in action during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Leicester City on August 26, 2017
Paul Pogba 'thought Lionel Messi was very small'
Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba reveals that his first impression of Barcelona attacker Lionel Messi was that the Argentine "seemed very small".
Mar 20, 12:42
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
Mariano Diaz open to Real Madrid return
Lyon forward Mariano Diaz talks up the possibility of returning to Real Madrid in the future.
Mar 15, 15:58
Lionel Messi in training for Barcelona on February 19, 2018
Cesar Azpilicueta: 'Lionel Messi the difference'
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta says that Barcelona's Lionel Messi "made the difference" over the two legs of their Champions League last-16 tie.
Mar 15, 15:47
Nice's Mario Balotelli celebrates scoring against Paris Saint-Germain on April 30, 2017
Jean-Pierre Rivere: 'Mario Balotelli likely to leave Nice'
Nice president Jean-Pierre Rivere admits that Mario Balotelli is likely to leave the French club at the end of the season.
Mar 15, 15:36
England goalkeeper Joe Hart in action during his side's World Cup qualifying clash with Slovakia on September 4, 2017
Gareth Southgate yet to decide his World Cup goalkeeper
England boss Gareth Southgate insists that the goalkeeping position is up for grabs despite selecting Joe Hart in his latest squad.
Mar 15, 15:24
Danny Welbeck of Arsenal during the Europa League match against Ostersunds FK on February 22, 2018
Gareth Southgate: 'Danny Welbeck is Harry Kane replacement'
England boss Gareth Southgate explains his reasons for selecting Danny Welbeck in his squad for the friendlies against the Netherlands and Italy.
Mar 15, 15:12
Fernando Torres in action for Atletico Madrid in April 2017
Team News: Fernando Torres leads Atletico Madrid line
Fernando Torres will lead Atletico Madrid's line in Thursday's Europa League last-16 second leg against Lokomotiv Moscow in Russia.
Mar 15, 14:52
A bandaged Gary Cahill during the Champions League group game between Chelsea and Roma on October 18, 2017
Gareth Southgate: 'Gary Cahill needs to be playing'
England boss Gareth Southgate tells Gary Cahill that he needs to be playing in order to secure a spot in the Three Lions squad for the 2018 World Cup.
Mar 15, 14:47
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