Football news
6717 stories
-
Arsenal lose two more backroom staff after internal injury review costs Tom Allen his role
Head of sports science and performance Tom Allen is leaving Arsenal after nine years at the club, following head of medical Dr Zafar Iqbal out the door. Lead physical performance coach Sam Wilson is also departing, as a club-commissioned review reshapes Mikel Arteta's backroom staff.
Football -
Caicedo handed Ecuador captaincy as Valencia steps down mid-World Cup
Moises Caicedo has been named Ecuador's new captain at the World Cup 2026, replacing Enner Valencia in an emotional handover ceremony. The Chelsea midfielder takes the armband ahead of Ecuador's round-of-32 clash with Mexico in Mexico City.
Football -
Tottenham offer Tonali £86m deal to lure Newcastle midfielder in record-breaking move
Tottenham Hotspur have agreed a personal package worth £275,000 a week with Sandro Tonali but still face a stiff negotiation with Newcastle, who are holding out for more than £100m for the Italy international.
Football -
Enzo Maresca names squad verdict and playing style in first Manchester City interview
Enzo Maresca has spoken for the first time as Manchester City manager, describing the current squad as 'young but very good' and pledging to maintain the style of football that defined the Pep Guardiola era.
Football -
Italian referee Maurizio Mariani to take charge of Brazil vs Japan in Houston
Maurizio Mariani of Italy has been confirmed as the referee for Brazil's round of 32 clash against Japan at the NRG Stadium in Houston on Monday. The 44-year-old has officiated two matches at the tournament so far, issuing four yellow cards and no reds.
Football -
Maresca vows to stay at Man City for good after succeeding Guardiola on three-year deal
Enzo Maresca has been appointed Manchester City manager on a three-year deal, replacing Pep Guardiola after a £17m compensation fee was agreed with Chelsea. The Italian, on his third stint at the Etihad, says his task is to sustain the club's success over the last decade.
Football -
Man City chairman reveals three qualities that sealed Enzo Maresca's appointment
Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has explained why Enzo Maresca was chosen to succeed Pep Guardiola, citing the new manager's football philosophy, mindset, and personal character as the decisive factors in his appointment.
Football -
Maresca appointed Manchester City manager to succeed Guardiola after Chelsea exit
Manchester City have named Enzo Maresca as their new manager, replacing Pep Guardiola. The Italian arrives with a 59.7 per cent win rate across 159 matches and trophies including the Conference League and Club World Cup with Chelsea.
Football -
Man City chairman backs Enzo Maresca to thrive after £17m Chelsea compensation deal
Khaldoon Al Mubarak has expressed strong confidence in Enzo Maresca as the Italian begins his tenure at the Etihad, with City paying £17m in compensation to Chelsea for his appointment to replace Pep Guardiola.
Football -
WW1 Lionesses honoured at Kansas World Cup museum a century after FA ban
Memorabilia belonging to England's pioneering women footballers from the World War One era — including a shirt, boots and postcards — is now on display at the National World War 1 Museum in Kansas City, a host city for the 2026 World Cup. Historian Steve Bolton, whose grandmother Lizzy Ashcroft was among the era's greatest players, shipped the items to the US for the exhibition.
Football -
Chelsea publicly blame Maresca for 'hugely disappointing season' after his Manchester City appointment
Chelsea have released a scathing statement accusing Enzo Maresca of engineering his exit mid-season to pursue the Manchester City job, holding him responsible for a collapse that saw the club finish 10th and miss European football entirely.
Football -
Maresca apologises to Chelsea after £17m settlement seals Manchester City move
Enzo Maresca has been officially confirmed as Manchester City manager after a messy mid-season departure from Chelsea, which required weeks of negotiations and a financial settlement exceeding £17 million. All three parties issued coordinated statements on the appointment.
Football -
Chelsea's pointed statement refuses to name Maresca as £17m Man City move confirmed
Manchester City have confirmed Enzo Maresca as their new head coach after paying Chelsea £17 million in compensation. Chelsea's official response conspicuously omits Maresca's name across 326 words, detailing how he abruptly resigned in January 2026 to pursue the role.
Football -
Keane says injured Saka 'shouldn't be here' as Neville warns England winger doesn't look right
Roy Keane has called into question Bukayo Saka's place in England's World Cup squad, arguing the Arsenal winger should be resting if not fully fit. Gary Neville and Ian Wright share the concern, suggesting Saka can only realistically contribute from the bench.
Football -
Enzo Maresca appointed Manchester City manager on three-year deal to succeed Guardiola
Manchester City have confirmed Enzo Maresca as their new manager on a three-year contract, with the 46-year-old Italian succeeding Pep Guardiola after an eight-figure compensation fee was agreed with Chelsea.
Football -
Enzo Maresca confirmed as Manchester City manager on three-year deal after eight-figure Chelsea compensation
Manchester City have appointed Enzo Maresca as their new manager on a three-year contract, with the club agreeing an eight-figure compensation fee with Chelsea. The 46-year-old Italian succeeds Pep Guardiola, who departed at the end of last season.
Football -
Maresca confirmed as Pep Guardiola's successor at Man City after Chelsea settlement
Manchester City have officially appointed Enzo Maresca as their new manager following Pep Guardiola's departure. Chelsea confirmed the 46-year-old resigned in January 2026 after making clear his desire to take the City job, with a confidential compensation settlement reached between the clubs.
Football -
Enzo Maresca appointed Manchester City manager to succeed Pep Guardiola
Enzo Maresca has been named Manchester City's new manager, succeeding Pep Guardiola. The 46-year-old Italian returns to the club where he previously served as Guardiola's assistant and oversaw the elite development squad.
Football -
West Ham launch supporter-led crest redesign after Premier League relegation
West Ham United are inviting fans to help shape a new club crest set to launch in the 2028-29 season, with interim CEO Karim Virani confirming the process will be fully supporter-led as the club prepares for life in the Championship.
Football -
Ronaldo's mother sends pride message as son becomes first to score in six World Cups
Cristiano Ronaldo's mother Maria Dolores has publicly praised her son after the 41-year-old scored a brace against Uzbekistan to become the first player in history to score at six World Cups, surpassing Eusébio's Portugal record in the process.
Football
