Miami / 22:00 BST England’s 3-2 victory against Mexico has arguably been the standout match of the competition to this point. I truly admired the tenacity they displayed while a man down, with the substitutes making an impact, John Stones producing key blocks, Dan Burn heading every delivery clear, and Djed Spence executing some vital […]
Continue ReadingAndrew Giuliani, who leads the White House’s World Cup taskforce, has justified Donald Trump’s efforts to pressure Fifa into overturning the suspension of American player Folarin Balogun ahead of Monday’s match against Belgium. The US president suggested that Brazilian official Raphael Claus, who sent off Balogun during the game against Bosnia and Herzegovina, was “a […]
Continue ReadingKeir Starmer is planning to announce a bank holiday if England win the World Cup, it is understood, to celebrate the men’s national team finally bringing football home. The prime minister refrained from naming a date, saying he didn’t want to jinx England’s progress towards lifting the famous trophy for the first time since 1966 […]
Continue ReadingThe General Assembly of the Football Association of Ireland (FAI) has approved a proposal for the Republic of Ireland to proceed with their scheduled Nations League matches against Israel. The proposal was carried during an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) held at the Aviva Stadium on Wednesday, with 75 votes in favor and 32 opposed from […]
Continue ReadingDespite undergoing an operation on a fractured arm, Jordan Henderson has not been completely ruled out of appearing for England again at this World Cup. The Brentford midfielder picked up the unusual injury when he landed awkwardly while trying to clear the advertising boards at the edge of the pitch following the 3-2 victory over […]
Continue ReadingDuring an inquest examining the death of Maddy Cusack, the former spiritual advisor for Sheffield United stated that she had repeatedly urged him not to disclose their conversations to the club. Dr Delroy Hall, who served in the voluntary position from 2017 until November 2023—roughly two months after Cusack’s passing on 20 September 2023—testified on […]
Continue ReadingFenerbahce are becoming more certain about their chances of acquiring Mason Greenwood from Marseille. The Ligue 1 side have shown a willingness to negotiate a transfer for the 24-year-old former Manchester United attacker. Throughout the summer, both Fenerbahce and Roma have been mentioned as potential destinations for Greenwood. Prior to the elections in early June, […]
Continue ReadingThe English Football League is examining claims that Sheffield United’s proprietor, the US-based investment consortium COH Sports, has created a fresh parent entity for the club in an effort to sidestep a £35m obligation owed to former owner Prince Abdullah. COH Sports, headed by Steven Rosen and Helmy Eltoukhy, struck an agreement to purchase United […]
Continue ReadingReece James remains uncertain for England’s World Cup quarter-final showdown with Norway in Miami this Saturday, as he was once again unable to train with the group on Wednesday. The full-back has been missing since suffering a hamstring injury in England’s second group-stage fixture, a goalless draw against Ghana in Boston. Thomas Tuchel was aware […]
Continue ReadingScottish shot-stopper Angus Gunn has joined MLS championship contenders San Jose Earthquakes following his departure from Nottingham Forest. The 30-year-old, who has earned 25 international appearances for his nation, has committed to a deal that runs through the conclusion of the 2030 MLS campaign. Coach Bruce Arena’s squad currently occupy second place in the Western […]
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