England defender Trent Alexander-Arnold featured in his first La Liga fixture as Real Madrid edged past Osasuna. The full-back, signed from Liverpool during the summer, had already appeared five times at the FIFA Club World Cup, where the team reached the last four under new head coach Xabi Alonso. At the Santiago Bernabeu, he was…
This year’s PFA ceremony once again recognized footballers for their achievements on the pitch. The evening also marked a milestone as Mohamed Salah collected his third Player of the Year prize, while Mariona Caldentey was honored as the top women’s player after guiding Arsenal to continental success. Alongside the headline winners, trophies were handed to…
Leeds United returned to the Premier League with a victory as Lukas Nmecha’s late penalty secured all three points against Everton at Elland Road. Daniel Farke’s team had been on top for most of the contest but were in danger of ending with only a draw until James Tarkowski blocked Anton Stach’s attempt with his…
Bournemouth have completed the signing of Liverpool winger Ben Doak for an initial £20m fee, with another £5m possible through performance-related clauses. The Scotland international, 19, has committed to a five-year deal and becomes the south-coast side’s fourth incoming player of the summer window. Doak, who was not part of Liverpool’s squad during their 4-2…
Nottingham Forest has secured the signing of Arnaud Kalimuendo from Rennes on a contract lasting five years. The transfer fee is believed to be around £26m. The French forward, aged 23, enjoyed a productive campaign last season, netting 18 goals in 34 matches as Rennes ended 12th in Ligue 1. Kalimuendo started his professional journey…
Chelsea started their season in less than favourable circumstances with a draw against Crystal Palace, who are shaping up to be the surprise package of the 2025/26 season. The Blues ended 2024/25 on a high after struggling for most of its first half. They went on to win the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup and…
Manchester United’s season did not get off to a great start as they lost narrowly to Arsenal on Sunday. However, the team’s manager, Ruben Amorim, has expressed optimism in the team’s performance, while also claiming that his team can go toe-to-toe with any other team in the league. United hosted Arsenal on their first outing…
David Raya confessed that he found himself far more occupied between the posts at Old Trafford on Sunday than he would have preferred, as Manchester United relentlessly pressed forward. However, the goalkeeper expressed his delight at the resilience, determination, and fighting spirit his teammates displayed, qualities that ultimately enabled them to grind out a hard-fought…
Barcelona are actively planning for the future of their attack, with Robert Lewandowski’s contract set to expire in 2026. While the Polish international remains a key figure for now, the club is determined to secure a long-term replacement well in advance. The search has already been affected by this summer’s transfer market. Several priority names…
Arsenal opened their Premier League season with a 1-0 win over Manchester United on Sunday evening. The only goal of the contest came from Riccardo Calafiori, who rose at the back post to meet a Declan Rice corner and headed in what proved to be the match-winner. The performance was not one of Arsenal’s most…