The Portuguese hacker whose release of confidential files contributed to the Premier League inquiry into Manchester City will continue receiving witness protection after officials temporarily halted plans to remove him from the scheme. Football Leaks creator Rui Pinto had been due to leave the security programme on Saturday, a move he previously warned would place […]
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Martin O’Neill has indicated that he did not seriously consider leaving Celtic following three consecutive defeats, underlining his continued “strong enthusiasm” for the position. The 74-year-old agreed to remain as manager for another year after two interim spells last season ended with Celtic winning both the league title and the Scottish Cup. After suffering two […]
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Mikel Arteta has reached an agreement with Arsenal over a long-term contract extension featuring a substantial salary increase after last season’s achievements. The deal could see him remain in charge of the club for more than ten years. His existing three-year contract, signed in September 2024, is due to expire at the end of this […]
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When Moyes began his second spell as Everton manager in January 2025, the club sat 16th in the table and only one point above the relegation places. Although expectations have increased since then, he was keen to highlight how far the team has come under his leadership. “I heard plenty of people claim last season […]
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In today’s podcast, Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Barney Ronay and John Brewin to review the weekend’s Premier League matches. Manchester City defeated Manchester United at Old Trafford after a disputed goal from Erling Haaland. The panel asks whether refereeing has become too complicated for ordinary officials and if elite refereeing now requires […]
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Mourinho believes opposing players deliberately provoke his star winger from the opening whistle, describing it as a tactic the Brazilian encounters in nearly every match. “It is difficult for him, and he must learn to manage his emotions extremely well,” he said. Following the winger’s yellow card in Mourinho’s first competitive game since returning to […]
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Michael Carrick insists he will keep a measured perspective, although he has demanded a better display after Manchester United opened their campaign with a 2-0 loss at Hull. It was United’s fourth opening-day defeat in seven years, with Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy capitalising on weak set-piece defending. The United head coach remained composed in […]
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Ahead of the new campaign, Mikel Arteta has urged Arsenal to demonstrate the hunger required to retain their Premier League crown. He also made clear that Myles Lewis-Skelly will not leave the club during the current transfer window. Arsenal begin their title defence at home to Coventry on Friday evening, aiming to win consecutive league […]
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Leicester endured a difficult campaign last season as their five-year spell in the WSL came to an end, mirroring the relegation suffered by the club’s men’s side. The women’s team won only two of their 22 fixtures and finished with a goal difference of -41 after struggling in front of goal. The relegation raised doubts […]
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Wearing a black bomber jacket despite the unusual heat and accompanied by a substantial security detail, David Sullivan settled into his seat. Ignoring advice from the stadium operators, serious accusations against him and widespread public criticism, West Ham’s leading shareholder and former co-chair remained highly visible with his arms folded. West Ham secured an encouraging […]
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