Fernandez-Pardo hands in transfer request at Lille amid Premier League interest
Belgium World Cup star Matias Fernandez-Pardo has asked to leave Lille, with Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool interested. The 21-year-old forward wants a move this summer.
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Selling World Cup stakes is a red-card offence by Infantino
Fifa president Gianni Infantino plans to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors, risking hyper-monetisation and distorting football's calendar. The Guardian argues this must be resisted.
Lewis Hall 'keen' on Man Utd transfer amid £50m links
Newcastle star Lewis Hall is reportedly keen to join Manchester United this summer, with a £50m offer potentially enough to tempt the Magpies into a sale.
FIFA opens case against Argentina over Falklands banner
FIFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against Argentina for a Falklands banner and final brawl, citing multiple code breaches including assault and discrimination.
Anti-immigrant chants in English football rise sharply
Kick It Out received 39 reports of anti-immigrant chanting in 2025-26, more than previous two seasons combined. Overall discrimination reports hit record 1,744, up 25%.
Uncle Vanya review: celebrity casting undercuts uneven Chekhov
Shaun Micallef's disastrous performance and aggressive modernisation undermine Melbourne Theatre Company's Uncle Vanya, despite strong turns from Fayssal Bazzi and Philippa Northeast.
Kazuyoshi Miura: Oldest Goalscorer in Football History
Kazuyoshi Miura scored at 59 years 149 days, becoming the oldest goalscorer in competitive football. Also: UK PMs' football allegiances, top-flight W teams, and united Uniteds.
IPL value surges past $20bn, rivaling NFL
The Indian Premier League's value has soared to $20.6bn, a 10.3% increase, driven by major franchise deals, making it second only to the NFL in per-match brand value.
Dortmund women sign Zinsberger and Popp for Bundesliga push
Borussia Dortmund's women's team, starting in the seventh tier, signs Manuela Zinsberger and Alexandra Popp to boost promotion hopes to the 2. Bundesliga.
Man City opposes Premier League's £1.5bn EFL deal
Manchester City is leading opposition to the Premier League's £1.5bn financial settlement for the EFL, with a counterproposal amid funding concerns ahead of Thursday's vote.
Langer: no ECB contact, sceptical of split coaching
Justin Langer has not heard from ECB about England Test coach job but would consider it; sceptical split red-ball and white-ball roles can work.
Man United defence: Carrick faces fitness and depth concerns
Michael Carrick worries about his five centre-backs' ability to withstand a long season, as injuries and inexperience plague the unit with no new signings planned.
Fifa World Cup plan backlash, Arsenal target Vinícius, Liverpool uncertainty
Fifa's $20bn investment plan to sell World Cup stakes draws widespread criticism, echoing the European Super League backlash. Arsenal eye Vinícius Júnior, while Liverpool faces summer uncertainty.
Saltburn 'Clickgate' cheating row: laughter and outrage
A video showing a Saltburn cricket fielder clicking to trick the umpire into giving batters out has gone viral, sparking laughter, disbelief, and calls for a ban.
Gary Neville not surprised Arsenal rejected by Vinicius
Gary Neville says he's not surprised Vinicius Junior rejected Arsenal to stay at Real Madrid, calling the potential signing 'spectacular' but expected.
Flanagan writing Warhammer 40K series with Cavill
Mike Flanagan is in talks to write and showrun a Warhammer 40,000 TV series for Amazon, with Henry Cavill attached to star, according to Deadline.
Chelsea lose Alajbegovic to Juventus in £34m transfer
Chelsea have lost the race to sign Kerim Alajbegovic as Juventus agree a €40m (£34.2m) deal with Bayer Leverkusen for the 18-year-old winger.
Andrew Scott's 'Elsinore' Opens BFI London Film Festival
Andrew Scott and Olivia Colman star in 'Elsinore', the opening film of the 2026 BFI London Film Festival, telling the story of actor Ian Charleson's battle with HIV.
Liverpool told to avoid £145m Barcola transfer
Liverpool have been urged to pull out of the race for Bradley Barcola after PSG set a £145m asking price, despite reports of a player agreement.
Gary Neville blasts Man Utd over Welbeck as Chelsea agree deal
Gary Neville criticises Manchester United for selling Danny Welbeck 12 years ago, as the 35-year-old striker agrees a transfer to Chelsea from Brighton.
Ince baffled by Man United's £50m Santos transfer
Paul Ince says the 'jury's still out' on Andrey Santos and is 'baffled' by Manchester United's £50m move for the Chelsea midfielder, questioning the fee given Kobbie Mainoo's emergence.
Man Utd consider free transfer for Dusan Vlahovic
Manchester United are considering a move for former Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic, who is now a free agent after his contract expired, as a potential replacement for Joshua Zirkzee.
EastEnders: Joel's attackers 'confirmed' as Denzel and Avani become suspects
EastEnders spoilers reveal two new suspects in Joel Marshall's attack: Denzel Danes and Avani Nandra-Hart, after a text message raises questions.
Tottenham downplay Fernandes injury fears after £85m signing
Tottenham have dismissed concerns that £85m signing Mateus Fernandes suffered a significant injury during pre-season, with the midfielder likely to miss Wednesday's friendly but no serious setback.
EastEnders legend returns amid Denise cancer ordeal
Patrick Trueman returns to Walford next week, reuniting with Denise Fox amid her leukaemia battle, as tensions with Chelsea escalate and Gray plots danger from prison.
Games Inbox: GTA 6 dominates autumn budgets, PS6 doubts
GTA 6's autumn release may dominate gamers' budgets, with some skipping other titles. Readers discuss PS6 prospects, Splatoon Raiders' appeal, and Halo remake reactions.
Joe Tate's revenge on Billy confirmed in Emmerdale
Joe Tate learns Billy Fletcher is involved in counterfeit car parts and may use it for revenge after witnessing a kiss between Billy and Dawn.
F1 summer report: Mercedes top, Antonelli shines, Hamilton back
Mercedes leads F1 with 8 wins in 11 races; Kimi Antonelli dominates with 6 wins, 50 points ahead; Lewis Hamilton returns to form; Aston Martin struggles with only 1 point.
Zinedine Zidane named France head coach
Zinedine Zidane has been appointed France head coach on a four-year deal, fulfilling his long-held dream. The former Real Madrid manager replaces Didier Deschamps and will start in September 2025.
Kerkez: Iraola is the perfect fit for Liverpool
Milos Kerkez is delighted to be reunited with Andoni Iraola at Liverpool, praising the coach's intensity and style, and aims to step out of Andy Robertson's shadow.
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