Elliot Anderson is on the cusp of joining Manchester City from Nottingham Forest in a deal worth up to £60 million. The 24-year-old midfielder has told club officials he wants to leave the City Ground immediately, escalating a transfer saga that could reshape both clubs' futures.
Coaches across England’s top four tiers have lost their jobs at a record rate this season as clubs slash backroom staff amid rising costs and falling revenues. The League Managers Association warns the trend threatens long-term development of homegrown talent.
Ghana’s preliminary squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup includes former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey. The 31-year-old returns to international duty after a 14-month absence following Ghana’s 2022 World Cup exit. Ghana faces Nigeria in a high-stakes AFCON qualifier on June 3 in Kumasi.
The Democratic Republic of Congo has formally requested FIFA refund its football federation for 2026 World Cup expenses amid an Ebola outbreak. Health officials report 2,300 cases and 1,500 deaths in the past 12 months.
Arsenal leads the Premier League in set-piece efficiency, new data reveals. Manchester City tops expected goals but trails in aerial duels. Liverpool and Chelsea show defensive lapses in long-shot metrics.
Liverpool FC’s record-breaking £150m summer spending has yielded inconsistent returns, with new signings contributing just four goals in their first six Premier League matches. Data reveals only three of the club’s six recruits have started more than one league game, raising questions over the impact of Jürgen Klopp’s final major transfer window.
A football analyst’s bold prediction has ignited debate just hours before the World Cup 2026 qualifiers begin. Joachim Klement, known for his data-driven forecasts, argues the Netherlands could lift the trophy. His reasoning centres on team depth and tactical flexibility.
Wales manager Rob Page has drafted Connor Roberts and Ben Davies back into the senior squad despite lingering fitness concerns. The move comes as injuries ravage the defense, leaving just 18 fit players ahead of Euro 2024 qualifiers.
Tranmere Rovers have appointed Darrell Clarke as manager following a dramatic escape from relegation last season. The 48-year-old arrives with six clubs under his belt, including a recent spell at Bristol Rovers.
The League Managers Association’s annual awards, announced Tuesday, feature a surprise clash between top-flight underdogs and the usual title-winner favorites. Arsenal’s Arteta and City’s Guardiola lead the Premier League shortlist, but Brentford’s Andrews and Bournemouth’s Iraola are rewriting the rules on patience and resilience.
With Pep Guardiola’s departure confirmed, only one manager in Premier League history now stands between him and the top spot. Can you name the 19 men who have lifted the trophy since 1993?
Nicky Clark has named his father Sandy as his assistant manager in his debut season as head coach at Scottish League One club Queen of the South. The move reunites the pair for the first time since their 2013 double-winning campaign.
Angel Di Maria’s tenure at Manchester United ended in bitter acrimony after a rift with Louis van Gaal spiraled into open hostility. Internal sources reveal the fractured relationship poisoned the club’s locker room culture, leaving Di Maria to admit he now ‘hates’ the club he once cherished.
Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay publicly backed manager Steve Clarke to sign a new contract, warning that the squad’s cohesion risks erosion without his leadership. Clarke’s future remains unresolved before the World Cup campaign.
Manchester United and England midfielder Ella Toone will walk down the aisle this summer without her father, Nick, who died just days before her 25th birthday. In an emotional BBC documentary, she reveals how his legacy drives her both on and off the pitch.
BBC Sport’s exclusive documentary, “24 Hours with Ella Toone,” premieres May 29, offering an unfiltered look at the England and Manchester United star’s wedding day preparations. The film captures raw emotion, including Toone’s use of football as an escape amid personal loss. The project marks a bold shift in sports storytelling, blending personal milestones with athletic identity.
St Mirren’s dramatic play-off win over Partick Thistle has forced the club’s hand on Craig McLeish’s future. The interim manager, who took charge in March, could be handed the job permanently after steering the Saints to Premiership safety with a nervy but decisive victory at home. Fans and pundits are split over whether he deserves the position.
Manchester City’s star-studded farewell for Pep Guardiola drew global icons including Michael Jordan, David Beckham, and Cristiano Ronaldo. The event at the Etihad Stadium marked the conclusion of Guardiola’s eight-year managerial reign at the club.
Arsenal set to land Julián Álvarez, Tottenham revive £60m Savinho bid, and Liverpool target Mohamed Salah’s replacement as clubs strike early in summer window.
Injury-ravaged Notts County winger Jodi Jones returned from three years of setbacks to deliver a match-winning performance at Wembley. His two goals snapped Gillingham in the League Two playoff final, securing the Magpies’ promotion to League One.
The Portland Timbers have terminated Phil Neville’s contract as head coach, citing ‘performance below expectations’ during his 18-month tenure. The club’s announcement arrives just days after a 3-0 defeat to Houston Dynamo and a string of poor results in Major League Soccer’s Western Conference.
Manchester City have finalised a landmark agreement to keep striker Khadija Shaw under contract until 2030. The seven-year extension, believed to be the longest in women’s football, signals the club’s bold commitment to building a dynasty around the 2022 Women’s Champions League winner.
Bayern Munich and Canada forward Alphonso Davies has been called up for international duty despite ongoing ankle issues, raising questions about his fitness ahead of World Cup 2026 qualifiers. Canada’s head coach insists the squad needs his presence, but Davies’ availability remains uncertain.
FIFA announced Mexico will host Iran in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup at Estadio Azteca. The decision follows months of negotiations to finalize host city allocations.