Football’s governing bodies have long-standing rules barring national governments from interfering with the running of the domestic soccer federations. However, Uefa will not comply with the Spanish federation’s request for a sanction, a source said. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the decision-making process was confidential. Protesters gather in Madrid calling for Spanish […]

Football Digest: Liverpool pick up huge win at Newcastle Liverpool could look to ruin Manchester City’s hopes in the transfer market by hijacking their deal for Wolves midfielder Matheus Nunes. The Citizens saw a £47million bid rejected last week and have since submitted an improved £52m proposal. Wolves are said to want £60m for the Portugal international and the […]

Arsenal legend Ian Wright admits he is ‘a bit worried’ about his former club’s start to the season as he questions Mikel Arteta’s decision to drop Gabriel Magalhaes Ian Wright is concerned Arsenal’s unconvincing start to the new season The Gunners were handed a relatively easy start but haven’t convinced  Would Mohamed Salah ‘do the dirty’ on […]

Jurgen Klopp’s three conundrums: Liverpool need defensive reinforcements. Does a ‘box midfield’ work for the Reds? And how can they get more support for Wataru Endo? Jurgen Klopp has three puzzles that he must solve to help improve Liverpool  The Reds need a new defender and they must support Wataru Endo in midfield  Would Mohamed […]

Bruno Fernandes reveals his transfer plan after leaving Man Utd: 'I'm not saying no' Rio Ferdinand has jumped to the defence of Bruno Fernandes after being left with his ‘mouth wide open’ by remarks made about the Manchester United captain. The former defender was staggered to find the United playmaker had been criticised for his […]

Gareth Southgate has a MAJOR headache after a lack of minutes for English players this season ahead of games against Ukraine and Scotland Only 57 of 220 starters in the Premier League last weekend qualify for England  Central defence will be the biggest concern to England boss Gareth Southgate  Would Mohamed Salah ‘do the dirty’ […]

Christian Eriksen ‘happy to have another Dane at Man United’ but warns Rasmus Hojlund he is ‘going to have to adapt quickly’ to the Premier League Rasmus Hojlund joined Man United in a move worth £72m last month He and new team-mate Chrsitian Eriksen play for the Danish national team  Would Mohamed Salah ‘do the dirty’ […]

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 A goalkeeper announced his ‘retirement’ after scoring a stunning equaliser for his side – eight minutes into added time. Newhaven were trailing […]

Spanish FA territorial presidents ‘request Luis Rubiales resigns with immediate effect’ following World Cup kiss-gate scandal Regional presidents of the Spanish FA have requested Luis Rubiales to resign Rubiales has been called to step down after kissing Jennifer hermoso on the lips Would Mohamed Salah ‘do the dirty’ on Liverpool by leaving? And what about […]

EXCLUSIVE: FIFA to push for Luis Rubiales to be BANNED from football for 15 years after Spanish FA turn on their president asking him to resign after Jenni Hermoso kiss The Spanish FA has asked Luis Rubiales to resign with immediate effect It comes after he kissed Jenni Hermoso following Spain’s World Cup final win  […]