… He is very much liked, they know in detail what he did with Spurs, Paris St-Germain and Chelsea, with different squads and profiles of players and owners, and Pochettino has dreamt of that job for a long time. …
… Despite describing himself as a naturally shy person, he said he deliberately worked on his networking skills, which later opened doors for him, including styling former Chelsea and Ghana midfielder Michael Essien, as well as opportunities in public speaking. …
Liam Rosenior’s thoughts would have been worth a lot more than a penny as Chelsea‘s triumphant players took the acclaim of their supporters inside Wembley after reaching the FA Cup final. …
Enzo Fernandez’s first-half header settled a scrappy FA Cup semi-final against Leeds United at Wembley as Chelsea made a winning start after Liam Rosenior’s sacking. …
… He cited his experience working on production sets, where he combined set design with his fashion work, as an example of how unexpected encounters shaped his journey. “For example, when Michael Essien was playing for Chelsea, I was clothing him. …
… Pep Guardiola’s side have already lifted the Carabao Cup this season and will return to the capital on Saturday, 16 May when they will be heavy favourites against either Chelsea or Leeds United. …
The United States defeated Paraguay 4-1 in their World Cup campaign opener in Los Angeles, with former Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun scoring twice. The victory matches the US' joint-biggest World Cup win and is just the second time a US player has scored more than once in a World Cup match.
The United States defeated Paraguay 4-1 in their World Cup campaign opener in Los Angeles, with former Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun scoring twice. The victory matches the US' joint-biggest World Cup win and is just the second time a US player has scored more than once in a World Cup match.
Real Madrid have confirmed Jose Mourinho's reappointment as head coach on a three-year deal, with the 63-year-old Portuguese coach beginning work when the squad return for pre-season on 13 July. Madrid paid Benfica £13m in compensation, clearing the way for Mourinho's return 13 years after his first stint ended.
The United States women's national team defeated Brazil 1-0 in a friendly in Fortaleza, where tensions escalated throughout the match, resulting in eight red cards issued to players and coaching staff, riot police intervention, and confrontations after the final whistle.
Roy Keane and Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes have reconciled after Keane misquoted Fernandes on a podcast, leading Fernandes to accuse him of lying. The pair had what Keane described as a "lovely chat" to resolve the matter.
Manchester City and Chelsea remain in talks over Enzo Maresca replacing Pep Guardiola at City, with negotiations at an advanced stage over a compensation package. Chelsea expect payment under Maresca's contract terms, as he left Stamford Bridge in January despite being contracted until 2029.
Scotland qualified for the 2026 World Cup with a 4–2 victory over Denmark at Hampden Park, their first appearance at the tournament since 1998. Manager Steve Clarke faces the challenge of a squad with aging players and limited goal-scoring depth outside of midfielders, though recent defeats without scoring against Japan and Côte d'Ivoire have tempered early euphoria.
Bobby Tambling, Chelsea's former record goalscorer with 202 goals in 370 appearances between 1959 and 1970, has died aged 84. His long-standing scoring record stood for more than four decades before being surpassed by Frank Lampard in 2013.
Pep Guardiola stepped down as Manchester City manager after a decade, having threatened to quit "100 times" in the past but this time "actually meant it," according to chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak. Guardiola led City to 17 major trophies including six Premier League titles and a Champions League victory before departing with one year remaining on his contract.
With one week until the 2026 World Cup, thousands of tickets remain available for sale well below face value across multiple platforms, contradicting FIFA's promise of a sold-out event. New York and New Jersey attorneys general have launched an investigation into FIFA's ticket practices, alleging artificially inflated prices and misleading fans.
The 25-year-old Ghanaian defender has resumed training after recovering from an ACL injury that cut short his spell at Fiorentina, where his contract was terminated. Lamptey, now a free agent, is searching for a new club ahead of the 2026/27 season.
Former Black Stars striker Asamoah Gyan says Ghana's World Cup performance will hinge on how Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo handles the pressure of playing for a top club while representing the national team for the first time in a major tournament, noting that expectations will be high given his status.
England has announced its squad numbers for the World Cup, with Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham receiving the No 10 shirt, potentially signalling his role in the central attacking role ahead of Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers.
Chelsea have rejected several approaches for 20-year-old defender Josh Acheampong and given him "untouchable" status, placing him alongside academy graduates Cole Palmer and Joao Felix. Arsenal, Newcastle, Crystal Palace and Bournemouth have been monitoring the situation.
Italian manager Carlo Ancelotti agreed in May 2025 to lead Brazil as their first-ever foreign coach at a World Cup, and has prioritized learning Portuguese through intensive lessons to win over the fanbase and local staff.
Arsenal lost to Paris St-Germain in a Champions League final penalty shootout, with Gabriel Magalhaes missing the decisive spot-kick, despite taking an early lead through Kai Havertz in Budapest. The defeat denied Mikel Arteta's side a league and European double after they lifted the Premier League title for the first time in 22 years.
Raheem Sterling has been arrested on suspicion of drug-driving after allegedly crashing his Lamborghini into barriers on the M3 in Hampshire on Thursday morning. The 31-year-old has been released on bail pending further enquiries.
Forbes' annual list values Real Madrid as football's most valuable club at $9.5bn, with Barcelona second at $7.5bn and Manchester United third at $7.2bn. The Premier League has the most clubs in the top 30 with 11 sides.
Ghana's head coach Carlos Queiroz has named a 28-player squad for World Cup preparation and an international friendly against Wales in Cardiff. Key returners include left-back Baba Abdul Rahman (absent since September 2023), Lyon winger Ernest Nuamah (recovering from an ACL injury), and Rayo Vallecano defender Abdul Mumin.
Antonio Conte has announced he will leave Napoli this summer, 12 months after winning the Serie A title in his first season. Napoli finished second this season, 11 points behind Inter Milan, and failed to reach the Champions League knockout phase.
Sunderland beat Chelsea 2-1 to qualify for European competition for the first time in 53 years, finishing seventh and securing a place in the Europa League. Chelsea finished tenth and failed to qualify for Europe, with defender Wesley Fofana's two yellow cards in quick succession resulting in the club's eighth red card of the league season.
Manchester City confirmed that manager Pep Guardiola will depart after Sunday's final match of the season, ending a 10-year tenure in which he led the club to 17 major trophies including six Premier League titles. Enzo Maresca, a former Chelsea manager who worked under Guardiola at City, is the frontrunner to replace him.
Former Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta has announced he will retire from football at the end of the season. The 36-year-old, who spent eleven years at Stamford Bridge and won seven major trophies including the Premier League and UEFA Champions League, will end his career after this season with Sevilla.
Aston Villa beat Freiburg 3-0 in the Europa League final in Istanbul on Wednesday, securing their first European trophy since 1982. Prince William, a Villa fan, celebrated the victory and posted congratulations to the team.
Manchester City are preparing for a new era, with Enzo Maresca poised to replace Pep Guardiola as manager ahead of the 2026-27 season. Guardiola is expected to step down after City's final Premier League game of the season, with discussions already at an advanced stage for the 46-year-old Italian to take over.
West Ham's potential relegation from the Premier League would trigger a reduction in their annual rent to the Greater London Authority by about half their current £4.4m, forcing London taxpayers to cover the funding gap of up to £2.5m per year through contributions to stadium operating costs.
Enzo Maresca is expected to replace Pep Guardiola as Manchester City manager for the 2026-27 season following Guardiola's departure after this Sunday's final game. The former Chelsea head coach, who previously worked under Guardiola during City's 2022-23 treble-winning campaign, has been identified as the leading contender, with talks at an advanced stage.
Tottenham manager Roberto de Zerbi says knowing rival fans want the club relegated from the Premier League is a "big motivation" to stay up. Spurs are two points above the relegation zone with two matches remaining to secure their top-flight status.
Under West Ham's 99-year lease agreement for London Stadium, the club would pay the Greater London Authority roughly half their current annual rent of £4.4m if relegated from the Premier League; London taxpayers currently contribute to stadium operating costs and would face a funding gap of up to £2.5m a year if the club drops to the Championship.
Manchester City is preparing for Pep Guardiola's exit at the end of the season, with sources telling BBC Sport the managerial great is expected to leave Etihad Stadium. Enzo Maresca, a former Chelsea manager who worked under Guardiola at City, is the front-runner to replace him.
Xabi Alonso has been appointed Chelsea manager on a four-year contract, beginning July 1 after the season ends. The 44-year-old Spanish coach, recently fired by Real Madrid, said he shares Chelsea's ambition to compete at the highest level and win trophies.