A former Premier League striker has Mount Everest in his sights after scaling one of the tallest peaks in Europe – despite not being a fan of heights. Darius Henderson, who played for Watford in the English top flight in the late 2000s, has become a seasoned mountain climber, with Mont Blanc, which stands around […]
‘I was a Premier League striker – now I want to climb Mount Everest’
Five worst Premier League managers of the last five years Former Premier League striker Darius Henderson hopes to become the first footballer to ascend Mount Everest. The former Watford and Nottingham Forest forward will attempt to climb the world’s highest peak next May having turned to mountain climbing to cope with retirement. Henderson has already […]
Gareth Southgate hails ‘excellent’ England response as Scotland swept aside
Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Thanks for signing up to the Football email Gareth Southgate was delighted with his players’ commitment, togetherness and mentality over the last week as England continue to build towards their goal […]
Didier Deschamps speaks out on Paul Pogba's failed drugs test at Juventus
France head coach Didier Deschamps says he is ‘surprised’ by Paul Pogba’s failed drugs tests and is adamant that the midfielder would not knowingly take a banned substance. Manchester United news, exclusives and analysis Pogba is potentially facing a lengthy ban after testosterone was found in his system during a drugs test with Juventus last […]
Everton’s proposed owner was nicked over trafficking drugs as mugshot resurfaces
Bookmark For the latest from the pitch sign up for our football newsletter Thank you for subscribing! For the latest from the pitch sign up for our football newsletter We have more newsletters Everton fans have been left stunned after finding out about their potential new majority owner’s drugs past. The Toffees’ current billionaire owner […]
England goalkeeper war in the offing as Ramsdale sends Euro message to Pickford
Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale still has designs on being England’s No 1 for the Euros next summer despite having to wait 15 months for his latest cap. The Gunners shot-stopper finally got his chance to play for the Three Lions again when Jordan Pickford sat out the friendly at Hampden Park on Tuesday night. But […]
Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s Man Utd takeover hopes suffer blow as INEOS take double hit
Cristiano Ronaldo 'frustrated' Man Utd squad as Mike Phelan lifts lid on 'opinionated' star Sir Jim Ratcliffe has suffered a major blow in his bid to complete a Manchester United takeover after learning INEOS’ latest financial results, according to reports. The Glazer family are yet to confirm a preferred outcome to the 10-month process, but […]
Man Utd bidder Sir Jim Ratcliffe suffers double financial blow as Glazers stall
Manchester United bidder Sir Jim Ratcliffe has suffered a double financial blow – and it could impact his ability to purchase the Red Devils. Sir Jim is looking to takeover United through his INEOS group, who already invest in numerous sports – including F1 and rugby. However, Ratcliffe's two major chemical firms have recorded net […]
Man Utd already hunting next right-wing transfer target thanks to £152m headache
Manchester United were quick to pour cold water on reports claiming Anwar El-Ghazi had become a transfer target of Erik ten Hag. 'There's no interest' in him, came the strong message from club insiders. Which, to the uneducated when it comes to knowing the inner workings of a club like United, could mean the exact […]
Ally McCoist furious with Scotland ‘SNP’ fans booing God Save The King
Southgate launches staunch defence of Maguire despite England own goal Rangers and Scotland icon Ally McCoist has raged at ‘SNP’ fans who booed England’s national anthem at Hampden Park. The Three Lions beat their northern neighbours in a hotly-contested friendly on Tuesday night, which was accompanied by a crackling atmosphere. McCoist was on co-commentary duties […]