Incidents & injuries
Injuries, cards and off-pitch incidents.
Friday, 5 June 2026
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![France world Cup 2026 attack is changing, but the real test is unity]()
France world Cup 2026 attack is changing, but the real test is unity
France head to the 2026 World Cup with a more attacking shape around Kylian Mbappe, but squad harmony and Saliba's management still matter.
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![Evan Ferguson injury update pushes comeback into autumn]()
Evan Ferguson injury update pushes comeback into autumn
Heimir Hallgrimsson says Evan Ferguson may not be fully fit until September or October after ankle surgery, urging him to recover slowly.
Thursday, 4 June 2026
Tuesday, 2 June 2026
Monday, 1 June 2026
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![James Milner retires after a record 658 Premier League appearances]()
James Milner retires after a record 658 Premier League appearances
James Milner retirement is official after a record 658 Premier League appearances, ending a 24-season career from Leeds to Brighton.
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![Tyler Fletcher called up after Billy Gilmour injury]()
Tyler Fletcher called up after Billy Gilmour injury
Tyler Fletcher gets Scotland's World Cup call-up after Billy Gilmour's knee injury, with the 19-year-old a surprise pick over more established options.
Sunday, 31 May 2026
Wednesday, 27 May 2026
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![Kasper Schmeichel's retirement is being forced by injury, not choice]()
Kasper Schmeichel's retirement is being forced by injury, not choice
Kasper Schmeichel retirement is set for June after doctors told him his shoulder will not allow a return to top football with Celtic.
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![Arsenal's final injury picture has one new problem and one live hope]()
Arsenal's final injury picture has one new problem and one live hope
Arsenal injury update: Noni Madueke is the fresh doubt, Jurrien Timber is still pushing to return, and Ben White is out with an MCL injury.
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![Giorgi Mamardashvili convicted over M6 phone offence]()
Giorgi Mamardashvili convicted over M6 phone offence
Giorgi Mamardashvili was convicted of using a handheld phone while driving on the M6, fined £440 and given six penalty points.
Tuesday, 26 May 2026
Thursday, 21 May 2026
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![Arsenal injury news: Merino back in training, Timber still unsure]()
Arsenal injury news: Merino back in training, Timber still unsure
Merino has returned to training after a February foot injury, while Timber’s Champions League final chances remain unclear for Arsenal.
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![Leigh Griffiths court case called in Edinburgh]()
Leigh Griffiths court case called in Edinburgh
Leigh Griffiths' case called in Edinburgh Sheriff Court as he faces two charges on indictment linked to alleged match-fixing.
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![Arsenal injury update gives Merino and Timber a late boost]()
Arsenal injury update gives Merino and Timber a late boost
Arteta says Merino should start group training and hopes Timber follows soon, giving Arsenal a possible late boost before the PSG final.
Wednesday, 20 May 2026
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![Ousmane Dembélé injury update: Luis Enrique's praise comes with PSG's latest scare]()
Ousmane Dembélé injury update: Luis Enrique's praise comes with PSG's latest scare
Luis Enrique praised Ousmane Dembélé's defending as PSG monitor a right-calf issue before Arsenal. The forward will stay on the treatment table for days.
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![Marvin Ducksch banned after drink-drive crash]()
Marvin Ducksch banned after drink-drive crash
Marvin Ducksch was banned for 14 months and fined after pleading guilty to drink-driving following a serious three-car crash in Warwickshire.
Tuesday, 19 May 2026
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![Neymar back in Brazil's World Cup squad, but Ancelotti sets the terms]()
Neymar back in Brazil's World Cup squad, but Ancelotti sets the terms
Neymar returns to Brazil's World Cup squad after three years away, but Carlo Ancelotti says he must earn minutes and may start on the bench.
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![Neymar back in, Joao Pedro out as Brazil make a divisive World Cup call]()
Neymar back in, Joao Pedro out as Brazil make a divisive World Cup call
Brazil World Cup squad call brings Neymar back, but Chelsea forward Joao Pedro is out despite a 15-goal Premier League season.
Monday, 18 May 2026
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![VAR errors Arsenal and Manchester City title race debate]()
VAR errors Arsenal and Manchester City title race debate
The Premier League VAR review has added fresh fuel to the title race, with Arsenal benefiting from key calls and Manchester City denied a penalty at Everton.
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![Ousmane Dembele injury scare gives Arsenal a Champions League final lift]()
Ousmane Dembele injury scare gives Arsenal a Champions League final lift
Luis Enrique says Ousmane Dembele’s withdrawal against Paris FC is only fatigue, but PSG still face a nervous 12-day wait before Arsenal.
Saturday, 16 May 2026
Friday, 15 May 2026
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![Jurrien Timber injury latest leaves Arsenal short at right-back]()
Jurrien Timber injury latest leaves Arsenal short at right-back
Jurrien Timber injury latest: Arsenal have 15 days to get him fit for the Champions League final, with Ben White out and Arteta still cautious.
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![Everton's latest VAR complaint says plenty about the Premier League's season]()
Everton's latest VAR complaint says plenty about the Premier League's season
Everton VAR errors are back in focus after the KMI panel confirmed 23 mistakes this season and said the Manchester City penalty should have stood.
Thursday, 14 May 2026
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![Kaoru Mitoma World Cup fitness still unresolved]()
Kaoru Mitoma World Cup fitness still unresolved
Fabian Hurzeler says he is not sure if Kaoru Mitoma will be fit for the 2026 World Cup after a hamstring injury ruled him out of Brighton's final two games.
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![Harvey Elliott's Aston Villa loan has become embarrassing, says Unai Emery]()
Harvey Elliott's Aston Villa loan has become embarrassing, says Unai Emery
Unai Emery called Harvey Elliott's Aston Villa loan embarrassing after 109 Premier League minutes, four appearances and a missed £35m clause.
Tuesday, 12 May 2026
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![Crystal Palace tighten ticket controls for Arsenal's visit]()
Crystal Palace tighten ticket controls for Arsenal's visit
Crystal Palace are tightening ticket controls for Arsenal’s visit to Selhurst Park, with ticket sharing disabled and sanctions for offenders.
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![Ben White injury leaves Arsenal short of answers at right-back before the final]()
Ben White injury leaves Arsenal short of answers at right-back before the final
Ben White's injury rules him out for the season, leaving Arsenal without a natural right-back before the Champions League final.
