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Tottenham held on Frank’s homecoming as derby ends scoreless
Tottenham and Brentford began the calendar year with a 0-0 stalemate at the Gtech Community Stadium in a Premier League fixture that never found rhythm. The match marked Thomas Frank’s first visit back to the west London ground since departing Brentford in June, following seven years in charge of the club. Before kickoff, the Danish…
Read MoreMaresca exits after mixed fortunes at Stamford Bridge
Enzo Maresca’s spell in charge of Chelsea’s senior squad began in July 2024 and ended on 1 January 2026. His exit followed a difficult December 2025, during which the side managed only one Premier League success and a single triumph in the League Cup quarter-final against Cardiff City. So far in the current league campaign,…
Read MoreHojlund’s Napoli switch seen as a formality
Napoli’s sporting chief Giovanni Manna believes the finalisation of Rasmus Hojlund’s full-time move from Manchester United is practically guaranteed. The Danish attacker, 22, arrived in southern Italy on loan last summer and has struck nine goals for the reigning Serie A winners during his temporary stay. Hojlund initially left Atalanta for Old Trafford in 2023…
Read MoreIvory Coast rally to seize top spot in tight Group F finale
Africa Cup of Nations title holders Ivory Coast staged another remarkable rescue act, overturning a two-goal deficit to defeat Gabon and secure first place in Group F on goals scored, edging out Cameroon in the process. Emerse Fae’s side looked in deep trouble after falling behind twice within 21 minutes, with Guelor Kanga firing in…
Read MoreArsenal finish year five clear after ruthless Villa rout
Arsenal produced a dominant display in the latter period to overcome Aston Villa and strengthen their position at the summit of the Premier League table. After a goalless first half in north London, Gabriel Magalhaes—returning to the starting line-up for the first time since November—forced the ball over the line from a set-piece shortly after…
Read MoreWolves halt losing run as United stumble at Old Trafford
Wolverhampton Wanderers finally snapped their run of 11 consecutive Premier League defeats by earning a draw at Manchester United, giving head coach Rob Edwards his first point since taking charge. A frustrated Old Trafford crowd voiced their displeasure at full-time, with the hosts jeered off the pitch following another subdued display. United, missing eight senior…
Read MoreSemenyo shines in frantic draw as Chelsea frustrations grow
Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo, on the verge of a £65m transfer to Manchester City, delivered two assists and conceded a penalty during a turbulent 2-2 result at Stamford Bridge. The 25-year-old, who is close to completing his move to the Etihad, still featured for Andoni Iraola’s side and produced two long throw-ins that led to…
Read MoreSouth Africa edge Zimbabwe to reach AFCON knockout phase
South Africa secured a place in the last 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after a dramatic 3-2 triumph over Zimbabwe in Marrakech, taking second spot in Group B behind Egypt. Hugo Broos’ squad entered the match needing a response following defeat to the Pharaohs and did exactly that in a clash punctuated…
Read MoreWest Ham back Nuno in January despite relegation fears
West Ham, battling near the foot of the table, intends to stand by head coach Nuno Espirito Santo and support him when the transfer window reopens. The Portuguese manager, who previously led Wolves, Tottenham, and Nottingham Forest, arrived on 25 September to replace Graham Potter. Nuno’s reign began with four matches without success before a…
Read MoreNottingham Forest request VAR audio after contentious defeat to Manchester City
Nottingham Forest has contacted the PGMOL to obtain the audio between match officials and the video assistant referee team after a 2-1 loss to Manchester City at the City Ground. The club is considering issuing a formal complaint due to frustration with decisions made by referee Rob Jones. Forest feels several moments in the game…
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