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Donald Trump congratulated by FIFA president Gianni Infantino after he declares victory in US election - ahead of the World Cup coming to the USA in two years
06/11/24 10:22
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has congratulated Donald Trump ahead of his return as US President. Trump has declared victory and looks on course to defeat Democrat rival Kamala Harris. Infantino met Trump multiple times during his first presidency to discuss the World Cup, as well as talking about opening FIFA headquarters in the USA - which they did in 2023....read
Lionel Messi, 37, rolls back the years with a brilliant hat-trick as Argentina thrash Bolivia 6-0
16/10/24 03:17The Inter Miami star is still finding his groove in MLS since returning to the field, but there were no such problems on international duty, as he returned to Buenos Aires for the first time in almost a year.I'm a money expert - here's five tips to make sure your baby is a millionaire by the time they retire
29/09/24 07:53A money expert has revealed five top tips to make sure your baby has a £1million pension pot by the time they retire.Cristiano Ronaldo gives nonchalant response to a question about the 2026 World Cup as the Portugal captain suggests his international trophy collection is already complete
05/09/24 23:33Ronaldo scored the 900th goal of his senior career on Thursday by netting for Portugal in a 2-1 win over Croatia in the opening game of their UEFA Nations League campaign.Real Madrid star Vinicius Jnr claims Spain should be removed as 2030 World Cup host unless action is taken over racism - after being the target of abuse SIXTEEN times
04/09/24 06:38Vinicius Jnr has claimed removing Spain as a co-host of the 2030 World Cup should be considered an option to ensure action continues to be taken to drive racism out of the game in the country.Sven-Goran Eriksson's colourful career in England: Swede couldn't inspire 'Golden Generation' to glory amid endless tabloid scandals... before he had a wild year at Man City and was caught up in bizarre scam at Notts County
26/08/24 13:02Former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson has died aged 76. The Swede was held in great affection by supporters and enjoyed a colourful career both on and off the pitch.Emi Martinez backs Lionel Messi to lead Argentina to World Cup glory again aged 39 - after finding golden touch for national side
23/08/24 23:07Messi realised a lifelong ambition when he helped Argentina to their third title in Qatar in 2022 and was also part of the squads who won the Copa America in 2021 and earlier this year.FIFA signs major sponsorship deal with Bank of America as world football's governing body partner with US firm for first time ahead of 2026 World Cup
15/08/24 22:56Bank of America, one of the biggest financial institutions on the planet, on Thursday signed a deal with FIFA that takes them to World Cup 2026 in the USA, Canada and Mexico.Saudi Arabia unveil 11 new futuristic stadium concepts in their bid to host 2034 World Cup... with a 92,000-capacity mega-ground put ahead to host the final - and a pitch 350ft above the ground also in the pipeline
31/07/24 22:29The Kingdom first announced intentions to host the competition after it was announced by the sport's governing body that only bidders from Asia or Oceania would be considered.Which football stars are competing at the Olympics? One Man City forward is looking to make HISTORY with a special record, a legendary Brazilian hero is bowing out, and a Ballon d'Or winner seeks glory in Paris
23/07/24 19:00The football is back. Consign the Euros and Copa America to memory. At 2pm on Wednesday, as Uzbekistan take on Spain and Argentina face Morocco, football kicks off the Paris Olympics.Scott McTominay's girlfriend Cam Reading shows off her incredible figure in skintight gym gear - as she climbs into his £200k Range Rover
20/07/24 19:18She has just returned from a trip to Turkey with her boyfriend, the Man United starHarry Kane trophy curse goes on after his Euro 2024 heartbreak to leave questions over his England future... and with a new boss at Bayern Munich, there's still plenty of pressure on his shoulders to finally break his duck
17/07/24 17:29For all the personal accolades he earned, the 2023-24 was yet another bleak season for Harry Kane as he failed to pick up a trophy with club or country.Euros 2024: How the Jules Rimet cup was stolen by East London gangsters and discovered by a dog called Pickles in 1966 - before going missing again in Brazil, and it's still not been found
14/07/24 12:28It is a true crime story that left detectives scratching their heads for over 50 years. With the Three Lions taking on Spain this evening in the Euros 2024 final in Berlin, FEMAIL has revisited the saga.Gregg Berhalter is FIRED as USA manager after embarrassing Copa America exit - sparking rebuild ahead of 2026 World Cup on home soil
10/07/24 21:26Gregg Berhalter has been fired as manager of the United States Men's National Team, just days after his team were dumped out of Copa America in the group stages.Mason Mount 'ends romance with McDonald's worker turned model and viral TikTok star Freya Tidy'
03/07/24 21:12Mason Mount has reportedly ended his romance with McDonald's worker turned model Freya Tidy.EURO 2024 TEAM GUIDE - Switzerland: Euro 2020 quarter-finalists will now be looking to go even further with Granit Xhaka and Xherdan Shaqiri's experience key
03/06/24 12:40In the last edition of the competition, Switzerland showed excellent spirit as they overcame France and made it through to the quarter-finals, where they were beaten on penalties by Spain.Here comes 'Mr Humble!' Fans praise N'Golo Kante's low-key arrival for France duty... after Jules Kounde divided opinion by turning up in heeled boots
30/05/24 12:04A run of recent strong form for current club Al-Ittihad has been enough to convince Deschamps of his midfielder's (left) quality ahead of this summer's Euros in Germany.Gareth Southgate reveals his plans for a new wardrobe for the Euros, with no return for the waistcoat, and making 'short-sleeved knits' his fashion choice as he models for GQ Magazine
28/05/24 13:20Southgate's waistcoat became a talking point throughout the 2018 FIFA World Cup, with some fans opting to mirror his choice in tribute as England advanced through the tournament.Chris Birchall took on England's Golden Generation at the 2006 World Cup and played alongside David Beckham at LA Galaxy... now he's paid £40-a-game as a referee but is determined to reach the top
27/05/24 20:00EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY LIAM MCMILLEN: Birchall (picture left of the left image) has recently completed a refereeing course at the Staffordshire FA, where he was the only ex-player.Mauricio Pochettino poses for pictures with Salt Bae as he enjoys down time after Chelsea exit, with manager in the frame to take over at Man United
24/05/24 19:36Mauricio Pochettino caught up with his friend Salt Bae days after parting ways with Chelsea - as links to the Man United job continue to escalate.Gareth Southgate didn't even speak to Ben White before picking his England training squad for Euro 2024 with Arsenal man still 'unavailable' after reported Qatar World Cup bust-up with Steve Holland
21/05/24 14:06The Arsenal defender was absent from the latest Three Lions squad despite enjoying an impressive season and Southgate contending with various defensive injury issues.World Cup's 'sexiest fan' Ivana Knoll claims someone 'tried to force' her onto OnlyFans after the Croatian model kept having her posts on Instagram reported
21/05/24 08:13Croatian model, Knoll, became an internet sensation during the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, after various photos of her wearing revealing outfits in the country's colours went viral.Revealed: Key change to VAR set to come in next season as Premier League clubs prepare to vote on whether to scrap the controversial technology
21/05/24 07:36While the vote is unlikely to see the technology abandoned due to a bid to maintain consistency with conditions clubs will face in European competitions, a number of changes are set to be introduced.Laura Woods on covering Saudis shocking Messi at the World Cup and watching Keane and Souness go at it live on air as she reveals she will miss Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk after a freak holiday accident
18/05/24 10:36EXCLUSIVE: Woods has missed televised duties recently and has been noticeably absent in the build-up to Tyson Fury's heavyweight unification bout set to take place in Saudi Arabia on Saturday.Brazil legend Romario vows to fulfil his dream of playing alongside his son... as the 58-year-old plans to make his stunning return to professional football on Saturday
17/05/24 10:22Romario has promised fans he will make an astonishing return to professional football on Saturday, as he bids to play alongside his son 'for at least a few minutes'.Germany boss Julian Nagelsmann names his 27-man provisional Euro 2024 squad... but leaves out a World Cup winner, Bayern Munich star, and a Premier League hero
16/05/24 14:33In the last major tournament, the 2022 World Cup, Germany were knocked out in the group stage but have improved lately, recently beating France and the Netherlands.Reece James teases his return to Chelsea squad ahead of the Blues trip to the City Ground to take on Nottingham Forest
11/05/24 12:13Chelsea travel to the City Ground to take on Nottingham Forest and club captain Reece James has teased his return from long-term injury.Socceroos boss Graham Arnold gives a no-holds-barred take on what's wrong with Souths - and it's VERY bad news for sacked coach Jason Demetriou
03/05/24 01:22Socceroos boss Graham Arnold has outlined why he believes the Rabbitohs are nailed to the bottom of the NRL ladder despite boasting one of the more talented player lists in the competition.Arsenal will 'listen to offers for Gabriel Jesus this summer' as doubts emerge over the Brazilian striker's long-term fitness
01/05/24 08:13Arsenal will consider selling Gabriel Jesus in the summer if a suitable offer arrives for the Brazilian striker who has been hampered by injuries since moving to the Emirates two-years ago.Lauryn Goodman pulls out ALL the stops for son Kairo's 4th birthday bash after hiring 14 event planners to lay on personalised cake towers and play pens at Marvel party... but there's no sign of Kyle Walker amid bitter rows
30/04/24 13:26This wasn't a wedding or a milestone anniversary, it was all to celebrate the fourth birthday of Kyle Walker and Lauryn Goodman 's son, Kairo.Revealed: What Mark Clattenburg wrote in his autobiography to upset Roy Keane... after the Irishman refused the shake the former referee's hand at the 2022 World Cup
29/04/24 17:51The Manchester United was at the tournament in Qatar for punditry duties and bumped into Clattenburg alongside his podcast co-host Gary Neville.Kyle Walker's wife Annie Kilner 'warns his ex Lauryn Goodman to stay away from the Euros amid fears her attendance could ruin England's chance of winning the tournament'
27/04/24 23:49Kyle Walker's wife Annie Kilner has reportedly warned his ex Lauryn Goodman to stay away from the Euros this summer as her attendance may damage England's chances.Mason Mount's mystery woman revealed as McDonald's worker turned top model and TikTok star Freya Tidy who went viral showing girls how to ward off unwanted male attention with 'unapproachable' makeup
25/04/24 08:24MailOnline can exclusively reveal that Freya is no stranger to the limelight as a social media star who boasts 287,000 Instagram followers and 761,500 TikTok followers.Callum Wilson is a 'quality' player who 'can add a different dimension' to Newcastle's attack, insists Eddie Howe - as he warns it 'will cost the club a lot of money' to replace the striker if they sell him this summer due to FFP rules
23/04/24 12:29Eddie Howe has warned Newcastle's hierarchy it will cost a lot of money to replace Callum Wilson, should the club decide to sell him this summer.Furious car owners say they have been 'ripped off twice' by 'greedy' lawyers and accuse them of 'daylight robbery' after legal firm's small print 'error' saw fees to deal with 'dieselgate' emissions scandal claims soar by 15% for millions
19/04/24 18:18Leading class action law firm Pogust Goodhead were accused of 'daylight robbery' after announcing claimants would be charged fees of 50 per cent rather than the 35 per cent.Not since Diego Maradona have Argentina had a pantomime villain to match wind-up merchant Emiliano Martinez... but his £16m move to Aston Villa is one of Arsenal's daftest decisions this century
19/04/24 15:25TOM COLLOMOSSE: The Aston Villa goalkeeper is the biggest wind-up merchant in world football and is disliked in France in much the same way Maradona was in England.Emiliano Martinez is the 'shootout king', but he's not the best at saving penalties in the Premier League...as surprise former Arsenal goalkeeper takes top spot
19/04/24 11:39It has been revealed that another former Arsenal goalkeeper has outperformed Martinez with regards to saving penalties in the Premier League .Lille 2-1 Aston Villa (agg 3-3, 3-4 on pens): Emiliano Martinez's ludicrous antics detract from his enormous talent as keeper's shootout heroics book Europa Conference League semi-final
18/04/24 19:42TOM COLLOMOSSE: Emi Martinez might be the world's finest goalkeeper but in years to come the Aston Villa star may regret some of the ludicrous antics that detract from his enormous talent.Eric Dier tells Gary Neville 'I believe I should be a part of' Gareth Southgate's England squad… as Bayern Munich loanee insists 'there's a lack of appreciation' for his career
08/04/24 20:40The defender has won 49 England caps and was part of their squad for the 2022 World Cup, but he hasn't been called-up by Southgate since March 2023.Millionaire Premier League ace who 'left his childhood sweetheart when she was pregnant is paying just £1,280-a-month maintenance'
07/04/24 10:48The unnamed star, who played for his country at the 2022 World Cup, is said to have initially denied being the father of his child before starting to hand over cash after a DNA test proved the baby was his.England fans are convinced that Mason Mount is 'definitely going to the Euros' after Man United midfielder was seen modelling Three Lions' new kit... as they claim Gareth Southgate 'LOVES' the former Chelsea playmaker
03/04/24 11:15The midfielder hasn't played for his country in over a year, his last cap coming in the 2022 World Cup quarter-final defeat to France, struggling with form and injury since the competition.Raphael Varane opens up on problems with concussion, admitting he pulled out of a Man United game after 'a series of headers' - and revealing he had a head injury before THAT Man City horror show
02/04/24 07:46Varane blamed his horror show in Real Madrid's 2019-20 Champions League last-16, second leg loss to Manchester City on concussion, admitting he 'felt like a spectator'.Italy legend Marco Materazzi reveals he NEVER saw Zinedine Zidane again after Frenchman's infamous headbutt in 2006 World Cup final as he looks back on incident that 'should never have happened'
01/04/24 15:13Marco Materazzi has revealed he never saw Zinedine Zidane again after the Frenchman headbutted him during the 2006 World Cup final.Kalvin Phillips 'to be offered Leeds escape route if his former side earn promotion'... as a disastrous spell at West Ham hits a new low after sticking his middle finger up at fans following Newcastle defeat
31/03/24 10:00Leeds United are reportedly planning a move to re-sign Kalvin Phillips should the club secure promotion back to the Premier League this season.Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou says mental health problems are common but often hidden by players after Richarlison's striking interview about suffering from depression
29/03/24 23:15KIERAN GILL: Mental health problems are common among players in football but it is all hidden behind a curtain, Ange Postecoglou said after Tottenham's Richarlison revealed his struggles.Mikel Arteta hopes Ben White will 'one day' represent England again despite snubbing Gareth Southgate's England call-up... as the Arsenal boss claims the defender has received 'a lot of love' after his decision
29/03/24 13:57Mikel Arteta has admitted he hopes Ben White will one day represent England again after the Arsenal defender turned down a call-up to Gareth Southgate's squad this month.Gareth Southgate reveals Euro 2024 coaches are pushing UEFA to let them pick 26-man squads amid player welfare concerns, giving fringe stars a potential lifeline
27/03/24 22:30The head coaches of nations heading to Germany are set for talks over the possibility of extending the limit on the number of players that can be selected welfare.Tottenham and Brazil star Richarlison reveals he 'searched about death on Google' and told parents he wanted to 'give up' after World Cup last year - and hails psychologist for 'saving my life'
27/03/24 12:50Tottenham and Brazil star Richarlison has revealed he suffered from depression after after 'everything fell apart' after the 2022 World Cup.Frank Lampard presents Declan Rice with bespoke Adidas boots to mark his 50th cap against Belgium... as the Arsenal star jokes custom designs are for 'Ballon d'Or winners'
27/03/24 08:11The honour of leading the team came on Rice's 50th appearance for England and the former West Ham skipper's achievement was also recognised in another way.England losing to Brazil could prove to be a GOOD thing, claims Ian Ladyman on It's All Kicking Off... as he admits he's glad the Three Lions were beaten and insists 'a little reality check does nobody any harm' ahead of Euro 2024
25/03/24 19:00And Ladyman, speaking on Mail Sport's It's All Kicking Off podcast, insisted Saturday's defeat could actually prove to be a blessing for England ahead of this summer's tournament in Germany.Joe Gomez blasts Brazil's ill-discipline against England and admits Wembley clash 'wasn't like a friendly' - after visitors committed 19 fouls in 1-0 win
24/03/24 11:04Gareth Southgate's side suffered their first defeat since the 2022 World Cup on Saturday evening, with 17-year-old Endrick netting a late winner at Wembley.Gareth Southgate defends 'lots of good performances' from England despite 1-0 defeat by Brazil - lamenting the 'one moment we should have defended better' for Endrick's winner
23/03/24 22:20SAMI MOKBEL AT WEMBLEY: England head coach Gareth Southgate defended his side's performance following their loss to Brazil at Wembley on Saturday.Gregg Berhalter 'is NOT the coach to lead USMNT to 2026 World Cup,' slams Herculez Gomez after lucky Nations League escape against Jamaica
23/03/24 18:53The last-gasp win saw the Americans sneak through to the Nations League final against Mexico with the chance to win a third straight title this weekend. But even that can't save Berhlater, believes Gomez.Gio Reyna insists family feud with USMNT coach Gregg Berhalter is 'not even an issue anymore' after he produced game-changing performance with two assists in win over Jamaica
22/03/24 04:33Gio Reyna has insisted his family feud with USMNT coach Gregg Berhalter 'is not even an issue anymore' after he lit up their 3-1 win over Jamaica on Thursday night.Cristiano Ronaldo's bust made headlines for the wrong reasons while Lionel Messi's wasn't much better... but which footballer has the WORST statue after fans blasted £7,200 tribute to Harry Kane?
21/03/24 21:00Waltham Forest Council agreed plans to erect a statue of Walthamstow-born England captain Harry Kane back in 2019, but five years later they may wish they hadn't bothered.Tyler Adams felt like life had 'fallen off a cliff' after a year out of soccer due to hamstring surgery - and reveals he sustained one injury backheeling a ball - as the USA captain gets set to return for his country tonight vs Jamaica
21/03/24 16:31US men's national team captain Tyler Adams has revealed life had 'fall[en] off a cliff' amid his injury-plagued year that saw him sidelined with hamstring issues.What England No 2 Steve Holland 'said to Ben White at Qatar World Cup in front of team-mates'... which 'eventually led to the Arsenal defender withdrawing from international football'
20/03/24 18:16Ben White's decision to withdraw from international football was almost two years in the making, but it originated from a pointed remark from Gareth Southgate's assistant Steve Holland.SPORTS AGENDA: Why Qatar's five-tournament deal with FIFA makes sense, Clive Tyldesley has no plans to retire... and Man United revert to original walk-on music
17/03/24 21:00SPORTS AGENDA - EDITED BY MIKE KEEGAN: Eyebrows have been raised at FIFA's decision to send five Under 17 World Cups in a row to Qatar from 2025.Jermaine Jenas defends Ben White over his decision to snub an England call up and insists the Arsenal star must 'decide what's best for his career'
17/03/24 08:49Jermaine Jenas has backed Ben White over his England snub, insisting the Arsenal defender 'has to decide what's best for his career and no one else'.CHRIS SUTTON: Ben White will regret refusing England at the end of his career - it's a stance I once took against Glenn Hoddle and still rue the decision to this day
14/03/24 22:30CHRIS SUTTON: If Ben White is refusing to represent England because of a grudge, he will regret this stance at the end of his career, I should know because I regret doing the same.Ben White has told England he doesn't want to play, reveals Gareth Southgate, after Arsenal defender left Qatar World Cup for mystery 'personal reasons' before reports of a bust-up with Steve Holland
14/03/24 14:17The England boss wanted to call up White for the friendlies against Brazil and Belgium but was told by Arsenal technical director Edu that the defender did not want to be selected.Why Joe Gomez's England call-up marks the return of the utility man: MATT BARLOW on why being more versatile than a potato is so important again ahead of Euro 2024
14/03/24 14:01MATT BARLOW: Joe Gomez owes his England recall to his excellent form and consistency for Liverpool rather than his ability to fill in anywhere across the back line and even as a deep midfielder.Drivers of train that missed a signal and ploughed into another locomotive killing 14 were watching CRICKET on their mobile phones, furious Indian minister reveals
04/03/24 15:12The drivers, both killed in the crash, had been watching India play England during the one-day World Cup at the time of the collision, Railways minister Ashwini Vaishnaw revealed Monday.Lionel Messi celebrates reaching 500MILLION Instagram followers - but the Inter Miami star still trails rival Cristiano Ronaldo by 122m!
01/03/24 22:03'500 Million Thanks for always being there,' the 36-year-old, World Cup champion shared as a caption to a video of all of his posts shared over the last year on Instagram on Friday.Is Lionel Messi tired ALREADY? Inter Miami coach Tata Martino says star man has used 'too much energy' in first two MLS games - after preparing for the new season with nightmare tour of Asia
01/03/24 16:14On Friday, the Herons' head coach clarified to reporters that Messi's teammates need to provide better service to the 36-year-old Argentine, if they want to see the best of him his year.Argentine influencer and estranged wife of Bayer Leverkusen star Ezequiel Palacios to sell off World Cup medal and jersey to pay for her apartment and threatens to reveal explosive national team secrets if he does not sign off on divorce
29/02/24 19:25The estranged Argentine wife of Leverkusen star Exequiel Palacios has sold his World Cup memorabilia to pay off the debt on the couple's apartment in Argentina amid a nasty divorce dispute.Liverpool 3-0 Southampton: Jurgen Klopp's kids keep quadruple dream alive as debutant Lewis Koumas' opener and Jayden Danns double send Reds through to FA Cup quarter-finals
28/02/24 21:56LEWIS STEELE AT ANFIELD: A young group of ball-boys taken from Liverpool's academy had the honour of parading the Carabao Cup trophy around the pitch before this match.The 30 best documentaries to watch on demand right now: From true crime to sporting legends and wonderful wildlife, our critics sift through hundreds of options so you know which shows are worth streaming
28/02/24 12:00British true crime , wildlife wonders, sporting greats - they're all here in our pick of the best documentaries to stream now…Former Blackburn manager Jon Dahl Tomasson appointed Sweden boss, signing a contract covering the World Cup qualifiers after leaving Championship Rovers by mutual consent earlier this month
26/02/24 18:30Former Blackburn boss Jon Dahl Tomasson has been appointed as the new manager of Sweden. The Dane, Sweden's first foreign manager, left Rovers by mutual consent earlier this month.Upcoming BBC productions heralded as 'risky and boundary-pushing' include three 'safe' book adaptations, a spin-off of The Split and a TV version of Gareth Southgate play with the same leading star
23/02/24 07:49Unveiling a raft of new productions, the BBC's Director of Drama Lindsay Salt said the British broadcaster was set to take risks, push boundaries and 'venture into the creative unknown'.USA need to learn to beat the best in the world at the Copa America this summer, says coach Gregg Berhalter - who tells Alexi Lalas he WILL face pressure on his job if it goes badly ahead of 2026 World Cup
22/02/24 16:24With the 2026 World Cup, which the US will co-host with Canada and Mexico, on the horizon, many have claimed there is pressure on the coach to deliver in the Copa America, which is also on home soil.Lionel Messi's Argentina set to play in USA on next international break - after China CANCELLED proposed tour amid backlash over Inter Miami star sitting out their friendly in Hong Kong
22/02/24 15:02Argentina were initially scheduled to play games against Nigeria and Ivory Coast in China next month, yet that is no longer the case after sport authorities pulled the plug on the proposed tour.Football fans are left baffled by Lionel Messi's posture after a dressing room clip emerges following Argentina's shock World Cup loss to Saudi Arabia - with superstar's slump labelled the 'WORST I've ever seen'
21/02/24 21:52Despite Lionel Scaloni's side being named one of the tournament favourites ahead of the showpiece, they were defeated by the minnows in their Group C opener.Lionel Messi gives away his eighth Ballon d'Or trophy just months after beating Erling Haaland to the award in a classy gesture ahead of Inter Miami's MLS return
20/02/24 15:04Messi was crowned the best player in world soccer for a record eighth time back in October following his heroics with Argentina at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.RIATH AL-SAMARRAI: If people who've lived in the U.S all their lives can't avoid the bullets, what chance does a tourist have? Kansas City shooting puts safety at 2026 World Cup under microscope
15/02/24 19:37RIATH AL-SAMARRAI: There was a poignant comment that stood out among many others in the wake of the horrific mass shooting during the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl parade.Australian basketball legend Lauren Jackson announces shock retirement as Opals qualify for Olympics
11/02/24 04:54Opals legend Lauren Jackson has confirmed she will not feature at the 2024 Paris Olympics after Australia qualified for the Games with an 85-52 thumping of Germany.Gareth Southgate hints he could stay on as England head coach after revealing he will not decide his future until after the 2024 European Championships... despite his current contract ending in December
08/02/24 22:30MATT HUGHES: Gareth Southgate considered quitting after the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, with assistant Steve Holland an influential voice in convincing him to stay on.Footballer calls out his own fans over 'unfair' criticism: 'It just doesn't sit right'
05/02/24 10:04The Socceroos crashed out of the tournament last Friday after suffering defeat by South Korea in extra time of their quarter final clash in Qatar, ending a frustrating campaign.David Beckham is BOOED and 40,000 angry fans chant 'refund' after Lionel Messi was left on the bench during Inter Miami's pre-season win over a Hong Kong XI
04/02/24 13:08Beckham, the president and co-owner of the MLS franchise, was booed as he greeted the 40,000 strong crowd after the game and thanked them for their 'incredible welcome'.Socceroos goalkeeper Joe Gauci raring for Premier League move after signing for Aston Villa
04/02/24 04:11Joe Gauci can look to his new Aston Villa teammate Emiliano Martinez for inspiration as he kicks off his Premier League career with one eye on usurping Mat Ryan as Socceroos No.1.
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Stars of sport
- Michael Schumacher's son Mick set to be cast off into the F1 WILDERNESS at 25 after he was snubbed for the final seat for next season
- Donald Trump congratulated by FIFA president Gianni Infantino after he declares victory in US election - ahead of the 2026 World Cup
- Jude Bellingham 'caught swearing at referee' on live TV during Real Madrid's defeat by AC Milan - as England star's struggles continue
- Real Madrid star's partner SLAMS Carlo Ancelotti after embarrassing defeat by AC Milan - before later claiming her account was hacked
- Fans slam TNT Sports for 'absurd' Noel Gallagher decision as Oasis star and Man City fans joins Champions League commentary team
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- Fans mock Erling Haaland after he MISSES penalty for Man City by rattling the crossbar during shock 4-1 loss against Sporting Lisbon
- Championship footballer slapped with anti-doping ban after playing just seven games - who decided he was a 'risk worth taking'
- Martin Odegaard returns to Arsenal training in a major boost for Mikel Arteta after failing to win their last three Premier League games
- Mick Schumacher's Miss Universe finalist girlfriend breaks her silence on engagement rumours, after she was brought into the family's 'inner circle'
- Paul Scholes picks the top five players he ever faced in the Champions League as Man United legend names his all-time best midfield unit
- Former Lionesses captain Steph Houghton reveals the shockingly low pay she received as a women's footballer at Arsenal as England's top centre back
- Arsenal have spent £867m on 38 players during Edu's reign as the Gunners transformed But how many were a success?
- Jamie Carragher predicts how Man United will line up in Ruben Amorim's 3-4-3 formation... with a controversial choice at wing back
- Robert Lewandowski's wife Anna shares footage of heavy flooding around the £3.3m home she shares with the Barcelona striker
- Bayern Munich star 'is dating Miss Universe candidate' who was crowned as Miss France 2023 - as pair share affectionate messages on social media
- Revealed: Why Marcelo's contract at Fluminense was terminated - after touchline argument with coach pushed ex-Real Madrid star to leave
- Incredible moment Porto winger Pepe refuses to run through and score in heartwarming display of sportsmanship Opponent's injury
- Frank Lampard accuses United stars of using managerial changes as a reason to not try before admitting the club's identity is in tatters
- Chelsea legend Eden Hazard reacts hilariously after barber TRICKS him into wearing Tottenham shirt - and issues six-word response
- Gary Neville claims only one United signing in the last ten years has been a success as he highlights the task Ruben Amorim faces
- Mo Salah cements his status as a Liverpool legend after another landmark goal in win over Brighton... it would be unthinkable to let him leave for free, writes AADAM PATEL
- Joe Marler retires from international rugby after winning 95 England caps in glittering career - just days after Haka controversy which saw prop call for pre-match ritual to be 'binned'
- Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca gives verdict on Ruben Amorim's appointment as Man United boss
- Enzo Maresca reveals why he has dropped Enzo Fernandez from his first-choice XI ahead of United clash - after Chelsea star split with childhood sweetheart and mother of his kids
- Ruud van Nistelrooy tells United stars they must follow Sir Alex Ferguson's golden rule ahead of Chelsea clash - as club prepares for change under incoming boss Ruben Amorim
- Lewis Hamilton gives his verdict on Brazil Grand Prix qualifying being postponed as he interrupts F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali's interview to 'put him on the spot'
- Alan Shearer's wild reaction to Newcastle's winning goal against Arsenal is captured by TV cameras as Magpies legend hails Anthony Gordon's delivery
- Ruben Amorim will have to ditch his three at the back philsophy at Man United, writes DANNY MURPHY - the squad he is inheriting is too slow!
- Ryan Giggs makes surprise return to the dugout with appearance on the Salford City touchline - with part-owner 'mulling a more involved role'
- Steven Gerrard booed by Al-Ettifaq fans after his side suffer a fourth defeat in six games as pressure grows on the struggling Liverpool legend
- Inside Steven Gerrard's stunning £10k-per-month mansion with six palatial bedrooms, swimming pool, tennis court and games room
- Bizarre own goal sees Tamworth shock Huddersfield in FA Cup first round after 35-yard long throw causes chaos Tamworth upset the odds in stunning fashion
- Jeremy Clarkson's well-backed horse fails to place at Uttoxeter but his debut run is overshadowed by 'unbelievable scenes' caused by 28-1 outsider
- Former Chelsea star wins league title in first managerial job - as his side score dramatic late winner in final game of season to pip rivals to trophy
- Cristiano Ronaldo reacts to Lionel Messi chants from Al-Hilal fans - before Al-Nassr superstar clashes with referee after getting booked
- James Maddison and Mikey Moore WALKED to Tottenham's game with Man City after getting stuck in traffic - as the duo film themselves en route
- Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek are in a winner-takes-all race for world No1 - after battling mental demons on and off the court in 2024
- Promoters slash Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson tickets to a VERY cheap price - despite ringside seats costing up to £39,000 - as interest in Netflix fight falls flat
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Iconic 00s footballer sparks health fears as he is seen swigging beer barefoot in the street after struggling with alcoholism after his father's death
- World's sexiest footballer wows in skin-tight Halloween costume... and she bizarrely tags Portugal icon Cristiano Ronaldo in social media post
- Steven Gerrard vows to fight on in £15.2m-a-year Al-Ettifaq job - as under pressure boss addresses claims he plans training around Liverpool matches
- Man United CONFIRM Ruben Amorim is their new manager - and agree fee to cut Sporting Lisbon notice period after Erik ten Hag's sacking
- Jamie Carragher gives theory why Liverpool went for Arne Slot instead of Ruben Amorim - and explains 'immediate problem' he will face at Man United
- Inside the ex-Man United WhatsApp group as former star names the Red Devils legend 'in charge' of the chat amid club's dismal start to the season
- Erik ten Hag is 'completely devastated' by his Man United sacking and 'won't think about the £15m payout', Dutchman's former team-mate reveals
- Can you recognise these sports stars in their Halloween costumes? Tennis hero turns into a clown - and who's the Man United legend in the mask?
- Masked gang who raided Ben Stokes' house while his wife and two young children were home 'used video the England captain starred in to plot crime'
- Moment Jose Mourinho is cleaned out by his own player in training before being helped off the pitch - as Chelsea legends see the funny side online
- Belal Muhammad confirms he's OUT of his UFC 310 title fight against Shavkat Rakhmonov due to injury - as he shares pictures of GRUESOME bone infection
- Max Verstappen gives blunt response to Damon Hill's 'Dick Dastardly' jibe after the Red Bull star's controversial tactics sparked criticism
- Former footballer opens up on his new career as a pornstar... and insists he had 'more talent' than legendary ex-team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo
- Steven Gerrard faces demands to RESIGN from his £15.2m-a-year Saudi job after he infuriated Al-Ettifaq with loss to second-division team and dire form
- Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez SPLITS from his childhood sweetheart and mother of his children 'to live alone', just 18 months after she followed £107m star to London
- Double Trouble! Former Premier League striker's sons BOTH star in Man City U21s EFL Trophy win... as one scores a sensational curler
- Man United fans convinced Ruben Amorim deal is DONE after Sir Dave Brailsford's message to fans outside Old Trafford
- Former Arsenal star's son, 17, is promoted into Real Madrid's FIRST TEAM by Carlo Ancelotti alongside Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe and Co
- Casemiro's 25-yard screamer in Man United's 5-2 thrashing of Leicester leaves Van Nistelrooy stunned as interim boss wins first match in charge
- Former Man United star Anthony Martial scores his first goal in 339 DAYS after opening his account for Greek giants following summer move
- Real Madrid's match at Valencia this weekend 'at risk of being postponed' after devastating floods killed more than 50 people
- A$AP Rocky's proposed £15m takeover of EFL club with celebrity lawyer 'is plunged into doubt' after a key investor pulls out
- Stefanos Tsitsipas and Paula Badosa open up on their relationship, when they KNEW it was 'love at first sight' and their future in rare tell-all interview
- Manchester United 'asked high-profile TV pundits to STOP praising loan outcast Jadon Sancho' while he starred at Borussia Dortmund
- Sporting president breaks cover amid Ruben Amorim negotiations as United's swoop for coach hits stumbling block over notice period
- Cristiano Ronaldo smashes a young fan's phone out of his hands with his AWFUL 96th-minute penalty which sent his team out of the Saudi Cup
- Premier League cult hero, 38, named manager of Cypriot second-tier side based in party resort Ayia Napa as he takes third coaching role of career
- England rugby star Joe Marler angers New Zealand's politicians and public by calling for their famous Haka dance to be 'BINNED' before clash
- Moment Sporting Lisbon fan bursts into TEARS after being told Ruben Amorim is heading to Manchester United after sides pay £8.3m release clause
- Jose Mourinho jokingly names his ideal club to manage in England as the former Chelsea boss admits: 'One day I would like to go back'
- Vinicius Jr posts picture of Real Madrid's full squad on social media just hours after their Ballon d'Or boycott Fully supported at home
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Sporting fans turn on Man United-bound Ruben Amorim: Departing manager is called a 'traitor' - as club's ex-vice-president calls out his 'betrayal'
- Former Premier League star Emmanuel Adebayor urged to make bizarre career switch 18 months after retiring in homeland Togo
- Arsenal's WAGs club! Captain Martin Odegaard and his pregnant girlfriend lead the Gunners' players and partners at Global Gift Gala in London
- Vinicius Jr blames his fight against RACISM for losing out on the Ballon d'Or and says 'football is not ready to accept a player who fights the system' t
- Ballon d'Or winner Rodri arrives at Paris red carpet with girlfriend Laura Iglesias as Man United star Alejandro Garnacho poses with partner
- Fury over Vinicius Jr's Ballon d'Or snub as attendee holds up his shirt on the red carpet in protest and Real Madrid stars' names are removed from seats
- David de Gea makes a not-so-subtle dig at Erik ten Hag after the manager who booted HIM out of Man United after 12 years there is sacked himself
- Man United interim boss Ruud van Nistelrooy deletes old 'blackface' fancy dress photograph after stepping in for Erik ten Hag
- Erik ten Hag is pictured boarding a private jet back to the Netherlands as he retreats to his homeland after being sacked by Man United
- Erik ten Hag is SACKED by Man United - Revealed: Details of morning summoning and meeting at Carrington where he was told it was over
- 'Cristiano Ronaldo was RIGHT!': Piers Morgan leads the reaction to Erik ten Hag's Man United sacking... as he refers to bombshell interview
- Erik ten Hag seen for the first time since his Man United sacking as he hides in the back of a Mercedes and prepares to board a private jet back to the Netherlands
- Vinicius Jr and Real Madrid 'will BOYCOTT tonight's glitzy Ballon d'Or ceremony after learning he hasn't won' - with Man City's Rodri set to claim award
- Ballon d'Or voting results are 'leaked' ahead of ceremony with three Englishmen in the top eight - and Erling Haaland down in SIXTH!
- Arsenal fans blast Anthony Taylor for denying them a goal with controversial last-minute decision in Gunners' dramatic draw against Liverpool
- Erik ten Hag slams 'unfair and unjust' decision to award West Ham a penalty in Man United's defeat - as he tells officials to show 'big personality'
- Jordan Henderson is urged to seal an emotional return to Sunderland as Black Cats captain Dan Neil insists the door is always open
- Australian drug dealers use Frank Lampard's face as a 'trademark' after picture of footballer in 2017 is found on 95kg shipment of methamphetamine
- Snoop Dogg reveals Wrexham's story has made him want to invest in Celtic - as the rapper cites Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds as the inspiration for his plans
- EXCLUSIVECost-cutting Man United ask rivals Man City to give their players a LIFT to the Ballon d'Or ceremony on their private jet - only to be rejected
- Barcelona star 'caught smoking' in Real Madrid's dressing room during wild celebrations after thumping El Clasico victory on Saturday
- Sheffield United pay tribute to former defender George Baldock in their first home game since the 31-year-old's tragic death
- Masked football hooligans attack a TRAIN, smashing the windows with rocks and firing fireworks at their rivals Feisty fixture return
- Championship clash is bizarrely suspended after a person is seen FLYING over Coventry vs Luton before hosts pull off stunning comeback win
- Meet the Man United WAGs, including a Swedish UNICEF ambassador, the doctor married to Andre Onana, and Bruno's former REFEREE wife
- Lamine Yamal gets his BRACES customised for El Clasico clash as Barcelona wonderkid prepares to take on bitter rivals Real Madrid
- Arsenal's academy record-breaker Chido Obi-Martin, 16, scores a HAT-TRICK on his Man United Under 18s debut - with first goal taking just 16 seconds
- Luke Littler loses AGAIN: 17-year-old darts sensation crashes out at the European Championship following shock defeat to former butcher
- Ollie Bearman and Alex Albon involved in huge crash during practice at the Mexico Grand Prix Brit labelled an 'idiot' by rival
- Steph Houghton hailed as 'one of the most inspirational England players of this generation' at Wembley retirement ceremony Houghton honoured
- Georgina Rodriguez reveals she was hospitalised with serious illness for four days - as Cristiano Ronaldo's partner releases health update
- Former Arsenal striker denies charge of importing class B drugs - after £600,000 of cannabis was seized at Stansted Airport earlier this year
- EXCLUSIVERicky Hatton tells Tyson Fury what he needs to do to get revenge on Oleksandr Usyk when rivals rematch in blockbuster bout in December
- Jose Mourinho goes on hilarious tirade against referee who sent him off against Man United as Paul Scholes labels interview 'better than the game!'
- Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney snap up former Manchester United academy starlet, 33, as Wrexham push for third straight promotion
- Chelsea and Panathinaikos fans pay emotional tribute to George Baldock ahead of Conference League clash - after he tragically died aged 31
- Roberto Mancini sacked from £21million-a-year Saudi Arabia role - amid clashes with fans and hitting out at impact of foreign signings on national team
- Man United in Turkey guarantees DRAMA! 'Welcome to Hell' in the 90s... and Andre Onana's Champions League howlers last year
- Sir Chris Hoy's wife Sarra breaks her silence with heartbreaking statement following former Olympic star's bombshell terminal cancer diagnosis
- Xavi is one of Man United's oldest foes who left Sir Alex Ferguson 'dizzy' on the Barcelona 'carousel' in TWO Champions League finals
- Teenage chess grandmaster arrested after allegedly committing a shocking crime against a woman when he had a meltdown after a loss
- Ebanie Bridges reveals she is PREGNANT as former boxing world champion and OnlyFans star shows off baby bump at influencer event