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Sterling arrested on M3 after sources describe 'immeasurable' psychological strain

Raheem Sterling was arrested on suspicion of driving unfit through drugs following a collision on the M3 on 28 May. Sources close to the 31-year-old say the former England winger has been made to feel 'worthless' and 'forgotten about' during an extremely difficult two years.

Walcott urges Arsenal to sign both Morgan Rogers and Julian Alvarez this summer

Former Arsenal winger Theo Walcott has called on the club to pursue both Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers and Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez, with the attacking pair expected to cost around £100 million each.

Shankland brace fires Scotland to first home friendly win in a decade against Curacao

Lawrence Shankland scored twice in five minutes to help Scotland beat Curacao 4-1 at Hampden Park, with Findlay Curtis, Ryan Christie also on the scoresheet. The result gives Steve Clarke's side a confidence boost ahead of their first World Cup since 1998.

Gerrard 'not surprised' by Slot sacking but says Liverpool legend will be remembered forever

Steven Gerrard described himself as 'gutted' for Arne Slot following Liverpool's decision to sack their head coach on Sunday, but said the timing was right and that the club almost certainly had a successor already identified.

Champions League final prize money: what Arsenal and PSG stand to earn in Budapest

Arsenal and PSG have already secured tens of millions of pounds before a ball is kicked in the Budapest final. The winner will collect an additional £21.7m, while Arsenal's league-phase dominance has given them a significant head start in total earnings.

Iraola keen on Liverpool job as Reds move quickly to replace sacked Slot

Liverpool sacked Arne Slot on Saturday and have identified Andoni Iraola as their frontrunner to take charge at Anfield. The Spaniard, who left Bournemouth after three impressive seasons, is reported to be eager to take the role.

EE launches World Cup TV sale but Home Nations ticket prize is for post-tournament fixtures

EE is offering discounts of up to £500 on 4K smart TVs ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with customers who buy before 19 July entered into a draw for Home Nations match tickets — though the prize covers fixtures between September and December, not the tournament itself.

Liverpool turn to Andoni Iraola as leading candidate after sacking Arne Slot

Liverpool have sacked Arne Slot following a season in which they finished fifth and lost 19 games across all competitions. Former Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola, who has existing ties to director of football Richard Hughes, is among the candidates being considered to replace him at Anfield.

Iraola emerges as Liverpool's leading managerial target after Arne Slot's dismissal

Liverpool have parted ways with Arne Slot following a fifth-place Premier League finish in 2025/26, with former Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola the clear frontrunner to succeed him at Anfield.

Liverpool sack Arne Slot and turn to Iraola as leading candidate to replace him

Liverpool have dismissed Arne Slot following a disastrous Premier League title defence, with Bournemouth's Andoni Iraola emerging as the frontrunner to take charge at Anfield. Sebastian Hoeness and Julian Nagelsmann are among the other names in contention.

Champions League final referee once told 'should've been put in jail' by Cavani

Daniel Siebert, the German official appointed to referee Saturday's Champions League final between Arsenal and PSG, was famously condemned by Edinson Cavani after Uruguay's group-stage elimination at the 2022 World Cup.

UEFA moves Champions League final to 5pm as Arsenal face PSG in Budapest

The 2025 Champions League final between Arsenal and PSG in Budapest will kick off at 5pm UK time — 6pm CEST — marking one of the most significant scheduling changes in the competition's history. UEFA cited fan logistics, family inclusivity, and global broadcast reach as the key drivers behind the break from nearly 30 years of 8pm tradition.

Every Arsenal player eligible for a Champions League medal if they beat PSG

Arsenal face Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final in Budapest today. Under UEFA regulations, both clubs receive 50 medals each to distribute, with no minimum appearance requirement for eligibility.

Former Arsenal midfielder Hayden may miss Champions League final due to Jamaica duty

Isaac Hayden, who made his Arsenal debut alongside Mikel Arteta in 2013, faces a scheduling clash between Jamaica's Unity Cup final at The Valley and Arsenal's Champions League final against PSG on the same evening.

Timber fit to start as White ruled out of PSG vs Arsenal Champions League final in Budapest

Jurrien Timber has been cleared to start Saturday's Champions League final in Budapest after returning from a lengthy injury absence, while Ben White is ruled out with a knee problem. PSG's Ousmane Dembele, Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes have all been passed fit by Luis Enrique.

Jack Whitehall's 'never win a trophy' jibe to Declan Rice finally laid to rest

Comedian Jack Whitehall, a lifelong Arsenal fan, once told Declan Rice to his face that he would never win silverware. Rice answered that prediction by lifting the Premier League title with Arsenal, with Whitehall celebrating on the Selhurst Park pitch alongside the squad.

Ferdinand backs Arsenal to exploit PSG's set-piece weakness in Champions League final

Rio Ferdinand believes Arsenal hold a decisive advantage over PSG heading into the Champions League final in Budapest, arguing that Luis Enrique's side are vulnerable at set-pieces despite being the superior team overall.

From broken nose to Champions League final: David Raya's remarkable journey to Budapest

Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya faces Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final on Saturday, nearly eight years after a collision with Jay Rodriguez left him hospitalised and requiring reconstructive facial surgery during his time at Blackburn Rovers.

Virgin Media offers free Champions League final access as Arsenal face PSG in Budapest

Manchester United join Liverpool and Chelsea in race for relegated West Ham captain Bowen

Jarrod Bowen is attracting interest from Manchester United, Liverpool and Chelsea after West Ham's relegation from the Premier League. The 29-year-old is under contract until 2030 but the Hammers' financial pressures could force a cut-price sale.