Latest
Every story, newest first.
Thursday, 11 June 2026
-
South Korea vs Czech Republic points to a tight World Cup opener
South Korea’s unbeaten qualifying run and Son Heung-min’s record chase meet Patrik Schick’s scoring form and Czech Republic’s playoff resilience in a
-
Manchester City FFP fallout could stretch into prize money claims
Kieran Maguire says Everton’s £40m Burnley compensation case could set a precedent for Manchester City’s 115-charge hearing, including possible
-
Declan Rice under heat and leadership pressure
Declan Rice jokes about being sunburnt in Florida, while Thomas Tuchel, Stuart Pearce and Roy Keane discuss his England vice-captain role.
-
Rob Edwards sacked by Wolves after seven months and an abrupt rebuild reset
Rob Edwards has been sacked by Wolves after seven months in charge, with César Peixoto in talks as the relegated club consider a reset.
-
Thomas Tuchel says England set the tone for World Cup bid in Costa Rica win
Thomas Tuchel said England set the tone after a 3-0 win over Costa Rica and an hour-long thunderstorm delay in Orlando.
-
Canada World Cup preparations are about depth, not certainty
Canada’s final World Cup tune-ups have put Moïse Bombito’s fitness, Maxime Crépeau’s No. 1 role and Luc De Fougerolles’ rise under scrutiny.
-
Josko Gvardiol contract battle grows with City, Real Madrid and Barcelona in play
Josko Gvardiol has a City renewal offer on the table, while Real Madrid’s interest is concrete and Barcelona have also made contact.
-
Scotland vs Haiti preview: Nazon and Isidor give Scotland an early test
Scotland begin their World Cup campaign against Haiti, with Duckens Nazon’s scoring record and Wilson Isidor’s form posing a real opener test.
-
Morgan Rogers Arsenal transfer noise grows as Villa hold firm
Morgan Rogers has 19 transfer? No, he says speculation is mostly noise as Arsenal weigh a summer move, Villa hold firm and Arteta wants smart decisions.
-
Chris Richards says he is ready for Paraguay after ankle scare
Chris Richards says he is ready for the USMNT opener against Paraguay less than four weeks after a significant left ankle injury.
-
Alexis Mac Allister summer exit talk grows as Real Madrid circle
Fabrizio Romano says Alexis Mac Allister is not close to leaving Liverpool, but Real Madrid are monitoring him and summer talk is growing.
Wednesday, 10 June 2026
-
Julián Alvarez one bid away from a transfer standoff
Real Madrid’s €150 million bid for Julián Alvarez has turned the Barcelona chase into a three-club standoff, with Atletico Madrid refusing to sell.
-
Gavi Rodri training tackle shakes Spain's World Cup camp
Gavi’s tackle on Rodri shook Spain’s camp, but Luis de la Fuente backed him. Spain are also easing Lamine Yamal back from a hamstring injury.
-
World Cup 2026 prediction: Salomé tips Spain, France and England
Athos Salomé tips Spain, France and England in his World Cup 2026 prediction, while framing the tournament around red and fire.
-
USA football growth ahead of the World Cup
Sky Sports examines USA football growth ahead of the World Cup, from 13% higher Premier League audiences to MLS hopes and Trump’s backing.
-
Joshua Kimmich reveals PSG were close as Bayern held the door open
Joshua Kimmich says Bayern told him he was for sale as PSG pushed hard before his March 2025 extension until 2029.
-
Marcus Rashford's Barcelona decision leaves Manchester United waiting
Barcelona have until 15 June to trigger Marcus Rashford's £26m deal. Manchester United will not renegotiate, while Arsenal keep watching.
-
Mexico vs South Africa: why Chris Sutton is backing the hosts in the opener
Mexico vs South Africa starts World Cup 2026 on 11 June, with Chris Sutton backing the hosts on home advantage and squad depth.
-
Kieran McKenna Fulham move clouded by Ipswich exit and compensation row
Kieran McKenna has stepped down at Ipswich, but Fulham links remain as Sky Sports and Sports Mole differ on compensation and timing.
-
Kylian Mbappe enters the World Cup under pressure, but France still look built around him
Kylian Mbappe heads into the 2026 World Cup as France’s captain and focal point, with elite Real Madrid numbers, a goals-record chase and fresh scrutiny.
-
Jude Bellingham and Rogers could define England's World Cup opener
Carragher expects Morgan Rogers to start ahead of Jude Bellingham for England's opener, while Tuchel calls Bellingham one of his starters.
-
Tottenham transfer news: Senesi, Trafford and Vergara point to a wider rebuild
Tottenham transfer news: Marcos Senesi is set for a free move from Bournemouth, while James Trafford and Antonio Vergara remain targets.
-
Mateus Fernandes gives Manchester United the edge over Real Madrid
Mateus Fernandes has reportedly given Manchester United the edge over Real Madrid, but West Ham's valuation remains the main obstacle.
-
Everton appeal Burnley compensation order after first-of-its-kind PSR ruling
Everton have appealed after being ordered to pay Burnley more than £40m over a PSR breach, calling the ruling flawed and dangerous.
-
Mexico vs South Africa opens with football and tension in Mexico City
Mexico v South Africa opens the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City, with home momentum, a strong opener record, South Africa’s return after 2010 and protest fears.
-
Wolves' free transfers are really about leadership, not bargain hunting
Wolves free transfers for Kieran Trippier and Raul Jimenez add leadership and experience after a 19-point season and a 20th-place finish.
-
England's World Cup squad debate keeps circling back to trust
England's World Cup squad row centres on trust, with John Terry saying only 13, 14 or 15 players can win it. Tuchel says 26 are committed.
-
Leeds United wallet found 34 years later
A Leeds United wallet from 1992 turns up 34 years later, returning Mark Dexter a tiny time capsule from the club's title-winning era.
-
Julián Álvarez transfer battle hardens after Atlético's public shutdown
Atlético Madrid have shut down Julián Álvarez bids, with Enrique Cerezo saying he is not for sale as Barcelona and Real Madrid circle a €500m clause.
-
Sheffield Wednesday new owners and Chris Waddle's message on club history
Chris Waddle says Sheffield Wednesday's new owners want to embrace the club's history and rebuild ties with ex-players after years of distance.