Chelsea’s forgotten man Mykhailo Mudryk has made a surprise return to the training pitch, but far from the glamorous surroundings of Cobham. The Ukraine international, who joined the Blues in a massive deal worth $120 million in January 2023, has been spotted keeping up his fitness levels at semi-professional outfit Uxbridge FC. The 25-year-old shared footage of his individual session with his 1.8 million Instagram followers, raising eyebrows across the football world as his competitive exile from Stamford Bridge continues.

Arsenal might be leading the way on the pitch as they chase a first Premier League title in over two decades, but off it, they have secured a much less desirable accolade. A comprehensive new study has revealed that the Gunners’ faithful have been named the most disliked fanbase in the English top flight. The research, which highlights the tribal nature of modern football, suggests that the north London club’s return to the summit of the game has brought with it a significant wave of external hostility from rival supporters across social media platforms.

Liverpool are sensationally considering a massive transfer U-turn that could see Jarell Quansah return to Anfield just one year after his departure, according to reports. The 23-year-old England international made the move to Bayer Leverkusen last summer in a deal worth £35 million, but his meteoric rise in the Bundesliga has forced the Reds' hierarchy to rethink their long-term defensive strategy.

Lionel Messi bagged a brilliant brace for Inter Miami as the Herons secured their first competitive victory of 2026 and got the defence of their MLS Cup crown up and running. The Argentine GOAT helped to inspire a 4-2 derby victory over Florida neighbours Orlando City, with Javier Mascherano’s side rallying from a two-goal deficit to pick up three precious points at Inter & Co Stadium.

German striker Timo Wener came off the bench to assist on his San Jose debut, as the Quakes saw off Atlanta United with a comfortable 2-0 win. Werner, who penned a multi-year Designated Player deal with San Jose, did not start in his first available game after moving from RB Leipzig. However, his impact was immediate, as he needed little time to grab his first goal involvement.

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Arsenal have been handed a significant advantage in the race to secure one of Europe’s most decorated midfielders. Leon Goretzka, who is set to leave Bayern Munich at the end of the current campaign, has reportedly set his sights on a move to the Premier League. The news comes as a major blow to Serie A giants Inter, who had been hoping to lure the Germany international to San Siro as part of a midfield overhaul. With the 31-year-old’s contract expiring, his availability on a free transfer has alerted several top-tier clubs across the continent.

Manchester City are reportedly ready to break the world-record transfer fee for a full-back to secure the services of Newcastle United star Tino Livramento. After a period of transition in the defensive wide areas, Pep Guardiola has identified the former Chelsea academy graduate as the essential piece of his tactical puzzle heading into the next campaign.

Legendary football manager Neil Warnock has dramatically come out of retirement once again at the age of 77. The veteran boss has answered an SOS call from seventh-tier side Torquay United after the dismissal of Paul Wotton. Warnock, who holds the record for the most promotions in English football, will take interim charge as the Gulls push for promotion.

Lionesses star Georgia Stanway has revealed that she is "very close" to signing for her new club after announcing that she will be leaving Bayern Munich at the end of the season. It has been widely reported that the midfielder is primed to return to England and sign for Arsenal, with the confirmation of as much clearly not far away now.

As soon as Jess Park received the ball on the edge of the Atletico Madrid box, Marc Skinner knew. She took one touch, then another to get it out of her feet and set herself up for a perfect strike with her right foot, which would send the ball over the heads of every Atleti defender, out of the reach of goalkeeper Lola Gollardo and into the top corner, giving Skinner's Manchester United an unassailable 5-0 lead on aggregate, one that secured their place in the Women's Champions League quarter-finals for the first time.

No uncapped players for once, a sister-sister reunion between Alyssa Thompson and Gisele Thompson, and five keys for the USWNT as they take Argentina in the first game of the 2026 SheBelieves Cup.