Brazil's ousted football chief Rodrigues restored to job by judge

The temporary ruling takes immediate effect, but must now go before the full 11-member Supreme Court
5 January 2024, 09:20 AM

Premier League transfer window: What do big clubs need?

Arsenal's need for a goalscorer is arguably the greatest among the title contenders.
5 January 2024, 04:15 AM

Spurs players must step up to replace missing Son: Postecoglou

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou said Son Heung-min's departure for the Asian Cup is a "big loss" as he urged his side to make up for the South Korean's untimely absence.
5 January 2024, 01:09 AM

Jamal overly optimistic about 2024

Following a seemingly never-ending slump, Bangladesh eventually turned the tide in the middle of last year during the SAFF Championship before retaining momentum for the rest of 2023.
5 January 2024, 01:00 AM

Frank says Brentford would need 'unbelievable' offer to sell Toney

Brentford manager Thomas Frank said only an "unbelievable" offer would persuade the club to consider selling England striker Ivan Toney during the January transfer window.
5 January 2024, 00:55 AM

Mbappe waives 'tens of millions' in order to ease PSG exit

France striker Kylian Mbappe has turned his back on "several tens of millions" of euros in a bid to ease a possible move away from Paris Saint-Germain, a source involved in the negotiations told AFP on Thursday.
5 January 2024, 00:51 AM

Late Gundogan penalty keeps Barca title defence alive at Las Palmas

Ilkay Gundogan stroked home a stoppage time penalty to grab champions Barcelona a barely deserved 2-1 win at Las Palmas on Thursday.
5 January 2024, 00:46 AM

Ten Hag holds 'positive' talks with Ratcliffe after Man Utd investment

Erik ten Hag said he held "very positive" talks with Jim Ratcliffe when the under-fire Manchester United boss met the club's new minority stakeholder this week.
4 January 2024, 18:08 PM

Mourinho says priority remains Roma, not Brazil

Roma coach Jose Mourinho has dismissed any notion of becoming Brazil's next manager, saying his allegiance is with his Italian Serie A side.
4 January 2024, 12:04 PM

Barca can't afford players like Mbappe, Haaland: Xavi

Barcelona forked out fees in excess of 100 million euros ($109.24 million) for Philippe Coutinho, Antoine Griezmann and Ousmane Dembele between 2017-19, but the club's financial issues mean they are unlikely to splurge on big new signings anytime soon.
4 January 2024, 07:19 AM

Mbappe undecided on his future as contract winds down

Paris St Germain forward Kylian Mbappe said he has not made up his mind about where he will play next season as his contract enters its final six months.
4 January 2024, 04:24 AM

Can't keep up with Real Madrid's rhythm: Girona coach Michel

Girona coach Michel Sanchez insisted his team cannot keep up with La Liga leaders Real Madrid despite their stunning 4-3 win over Atletico Madrid on Wednesday to pull level in first place.
4 January 2024, 02:45 AM

Atalanta set up Italian Cup quarter-final with Milan

Atalanta beat Sassuolo 3-1 on Wednesday to qualify for the Italian Cup quarter-finals where they will meet AC Milan.
4 January 2024, 02:38 AM

Lee, Mbappe goals help PSG win French Champions Trophy

Lee Kang-in and Kylian Mbappe scored first-half goals as Paris Saint-Germain won the first silverware of the French season on Wednesday, beating Toulouse 2-0 to claim the Champions Trophy.
4 January 2024, 02:28 AM

Girona edge Atletico thriller, stay level with Real Madrid

Shock Spanish title challengers Girona snatched a remarkable 4-3 victory over Atletico Madrid to keep pace with Real Madrid at the top of La Liga on Wednesday.
4 January 2024, 02:00 AM

Xavi demands Barca defensive improvement

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez called on his team to improve defensively in 2024 after a shaky start to the season.
3 January 2024, 14:15 PM

Tickets for Ronaldo's 'China Tour' sell out in hours

Chinese football fans raced on Wednesday to snap up tickets to see Cristiano Ronaldo play a rare match in their home country, with multiple online platforms selling out within a few hours.
3 January 2024, 13:33 PM

'Asian Cup, AFCON scheduling not good for players'

The Asian Cup should be shifted to June and played in the same slot as UEFA's Euros, Arsenal and Japan defender Takehiro Tomiyasu said ahead of the Jan. 12-Feb. 10 continental championship in Qatar.
3 January 2024, 06:35 AM

Five talking points from the first half of the Premier League season

Champions Manchester City are ominously poised to strike in the new year despite a dip in form from last season's treble winners, while Arsenal, Aston Villa and Tottenham are also in the mix.
3 January 2024, 02:49 AM

Ancelotti happy to choose Real over Brazil

"In 2026, depending on my results, I may still be there. I want to be the coach of Madrid (...) and I hope to be able to continue being that in 2027 and 2028 because I want to stay here," he said.
3 January 2024, 02:23 AM