Martin O'Neill has insisted he is not concerned by Kasper Hogh's 15-match goal drought, hailing the Celtic record signing's hold-up play in Thursday's dramatic 3-2 Europa League win over Besiktas. Substitute Camilo Duran stole the show with a double that took his tally for the season to 13, but the Celtic boss believes Hogh's display will give him a much-needed lift.
The men's college soccer two-semester model, a groundbreaking system that was seen to change the sport in the United States, has been rescinded, the NCAA confirmed on Friday evening. The initiative was initially adopted on Oct. 7, but pushback from those against it saw the legislation overturned after a late surge of votes. GOAL first reported that a rescission was likely Thursday morning.
Barcelona are once again walking a financial tightrope as the January transfer window approaches, with the club desperate to bolster Hansi Flick's defensive options. Despite a strong start to the season, injuries and a lack of depth at centre-back have forced sporting director Deco to search for creative solutions in the market.
John Eustace praised the character of his Derby players after they hit back from a goal down to beat Bolton 3-1 at Pride Park on Friday night, easing the building pressure on his position. Ryan Nyambe, Jack Robinson and Rhian Brewster all struck after the break as the Rams claimed only their second win of the season, their first at home and their first in 11 games.
Thierno Barry continued his remarkable rise as Everton’s new attacking spearhead, netting a quick-fire double to inspire a -3-1 victory over Coventry City on Friday night. The result moves the Toffees into fifth place in the Premier League, capping a week that saw David Moyes reach a historic managerial milestone on the blue side of Merseyside.
Troy Deeney has urged Folarin Balogun to turn down a January move to Manchester United, warning that the Old Trafford project would set the Monaco striker back. United are expected to bring in a new forward with Benjamin Sesko out until 2027, but the former Watford striker insists they have not given a striker the support to succeed in the last decade.
Aston Villa may have found the most sought-after goalkeeper in world football after Zion Suzuki’s sensational arrival at Villa Park sparked a scramble among Europe's biggest clubs. The Japan international has enjoyed a meteoric rise under Unai Emery, leading heavyweights from the Premier League and the Continent to weigh up record-breaking future bids.
The Spanish football community has delivered an overwhelming display of solidarity following the tragic death of Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel. A crowdfunding campaign launched to support the family of the 30-year-old forward has already surpassed €100,000 in donations.
Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi has offered a comprehensive update on his squad's fitness ahead of their upcoming Premier League encounter with Leeds United at Elland Road. While the Italian tactician is set to welcome back two key defensive and midfield options, a trio of high-profile attackers and creative sparks remain sidelined for the trip to Yorkshire.
Three people were arrested for throwing objects onto the pitch as Manchester United fans protested against the club's ownership during Tuesday's 3-2 Champions League win over Roma. Tennis balls rained down from the Stretford End with Michael Carrick's side 2-0 down, and play was stopped while players cleared them, before a stirring second-half comeback.
Thomas Tuchel has admitted his relationship with Jude Bellingham has been "up and down" but insists they are now in a good place after calling up his brother Jobe Bellingham for England's Nations League games against Croatia and Spain. The England boss also revealed he apologised to Kobbie Mainoo in front of the squad for leaving him out at the World Cup.
Lionel Messi has reportedly made a definitive call on his immediate playing career following intense speculation regarding a romantic return to his roots in Argentina. Despite emotional ties to his boyhood club, the legendary forward remains fully committed to his current project in Major League Soccer.
A landmark NCAA calendar overhaul is facing a late revolt, with schools divided over resources and leading coaches warning that college soccer risks being left behind.
Real Madrid's commercial standing in the Far East remains in a state of paralysis as Chinese broadcasters refuse to restore coverage of the Spanish giants. Despite high-level apologies from the club and Kylian Mbappe himself, the fallout from the Frenchman's controversial social media appearance shows no signs of abating.
Koni De Winter has turned down a call-up to the Belgium squad for this month's Nations League games against Turkey and Italy, and Mark van Bommel has warned the AC Milan defender that the decision will have long-term consequences. De Winter did not play a single minute in Belgium's four group games so far, despite being a regular starter for his club.
Returning stars, new faces and notable omissions: one last club weekend to build momentum ahead of USMNT duty - or show Mauricio Pochettino what he's missing.
Jack Grealish has officially returned to training at Finch Farm as he looks to put a difficult period at Everton behind him. The 31-year-old playmaker is now targeting a Premier League return following the international break, having missed the Toffees' most recent outings due to a combination of fitness issues and internal disciplinary measures.
France head coach Zinedine Zidane has announced his 23-man squad for crucial UEFA Nations League group matches against Italy and Turkey. Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe leads a high-profile return to the side, while Paris FC striker Pablo Pagis earns a maiden senior call-up following an injury to Maghnes Akliouche.
Conor Coady has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 33, bringing the curtain down on a 15-year career. The former England defender, who made 317 appearances for Wolves, shared the news on Friday morning, a day after being confirmed as co-host of a new podcast and YouTube show. He has also been coaching at boyhood club Liverpool.
Mikel Arteta has offered his thoughts on the latest England squad announcement, which sees a significant Arsenal presence in Thomas Tuchel’s plans. The Gunners boss reflected on the high-profile return of Ben White and the continued rise of several young stars at the Emirates Stadium.
Unai Emery has confirmed talks over a new Aston Villa contract after a "very positive" meeting with chairman Nassef Sawiris, with more discussions planned for next week. The Spaniard has been linked with Manchester United, who Villa face on Sunday after Tuesday's 3-0 Champions League defeat to Barcelona, but says his ambition is to keep growing a "stronger" project at Villa Park.
Xabi Alonso has refused to dwell on Cole Palmer's omission from the England squad, insisting his conversations with the 24-year-old are only about Chelsea. The Blues boss also joked about goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez's protective mask and revealed that midfielder Moises Caicedo has "little problems" ahead of Sunday's Premier League trip to Sunderland.
Andoni Iraola has admitted Liverpool are "sometimes too honest" after a striking statistic showed no Premier League side have conceded more fouls this season. The Reds head to Crystal Palace on Sunday on the back of two straight defeats to Arsenal and Fenerbahce, and their manager wants a response, with Ryan Gravenberch still a doubt because of a heel problem.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has called on his players to use their midweek European heroics as a springboard for domestic consistency. Speaking ahead of a high-stakes encounter with Aston Villa, the Red Devils boss also took time to reflect on the immense influence of Sir Alex Ferguson as the club marks a major milestone for the legendary Scotsman.
Portugal boss Jorge Jesus has explained how the national team's leadership group will be structured following Cristiano Ronaldo's international retirement. With Ronaldo stepping down after 23 record-breaking years, Jesus confirmed that the armband will be decided strictly by international appearances.
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