Lists

Former England captain Wayne Rooney was spotted drinking until the early hours of the morning with two mystery women at a pre-Brit Awards party in Manchester. The legendary ex-United striker enjoyed an allegedly alcohol-fuelled evening at a fancy hotel that housed a number of celebrities ahead of a glitzy ceremony taking place at Co-op Live. Rooney’s wife, Coleen, was nowhere to be seen.

Michael Carrick’s audition for the permanent Manchester United job received a further boost on Sunday as the Old Trafford faithful made their feelings clear during a gritty 2-1 comeback victory over Crystal Palace. Since stepping in as interim boss, the former midfield maestro has overseen a remarkable transformation in fortunes, with the Red Devils now climbing into third place in the Premier League table. Supporters serenaded their former captain towards full-time of the contest, with United having extended his unbeaten run to seven matches.

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.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has claimed that players who cover their mouths during verbal altercations that are racist in nature should be shown a straight red card. The proposal comes after Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni allegedly subjected Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Junior to racial abuse. Infantino believes there should be a "presumption" of guilt, arguing that the act of hiding one's lips should be considered sufficient evidence of offensive intent.

Lionel Messi appeared to brutally troll Orlando City coach Oscar Pareja after inspiring Inter Miami to a comeback derby victory over Florida rivals. The South American superstar was at his unstoppable best when bagging a brilliant brace in a 4-2 win for the Herons. After netting his second of the game, the Argentine GOAT appeared to ask Pareja if he wanted his autograph.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta found himself at the centre of one of the season's most bizarre press conference moments following his side’s hard-fought 2-1 victory over Chelsea on Sunday. While the Spaniard was understandably buoyant after seeing his team restore their five-point lead at the top of the Premier League table, the post-match conversation took an unexpected turn away from tactical analysis.

Arsenal restored their five-point lead over Manchester City at the top of the Premier League with a tense 2-1 victory over 10-man Chelsea on Sunday. The Gunners scored all three goals at the Emirates from set-pieces, with William Saliba and Jurrien Timber netting either side of Piero Hincapie deflecting a Reece James corner into his own net.

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.

The Endrick show continues to captivate Ligue 1, but even a masterclass from the Real Madrid loanee wasn't enough to stop a resurgent Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang from snatching the headlines. In a pulsating clash at the Stade Velodrome, the Brazilian starlet showcased exactly why Los Blancos were so desperate to secure his signature, providing a pair of sublime assists. However, the night ultimately belonged to the veteran Aubameyang, whose late brace turned the game on its head to secure a 3-2 victory for Marseille.

In a match defined by cheap shots and chaos, Jaedyn Shaw scored, Claudia Dickey delivered, and Lindsey Heaps kept the USWNT steady.

With their backs against the wall, the defending MLS Cup champions responded in a big way.

The USWNT opened up their SheBelieves tournament with a scrappy but effective victory over Argentina at GEODIS Stadium.

Benfica manager Jose Mourinho has expressed deep frustration over officiating standards in the Liga Portugal, which he believes are benefiting their rivals. The former Chelsea and Real Madrid boss claims he is managing in two championships simultaneously, and has hinted he could leave the Estadio da Luz if something is not done to create a level playing field.

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including some big goals from strikers

Tottenham boss Igor Tudor labelled Fulham star Raul Jimenez a "cheat" after seeing his side slump to their second London derby loss in the space of a week. Spurs followed up their 4-1 drubbing at the hands of Arsenal with a 2-1 defeat to Fulham at Craven Cottage on Sunday, and although Tudor acknowledged his players had underperformed again, he was also unhappy with the standard of refereeing.

Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior pulled no punches in his assessment of the club's disciplinary standards following a 2-1 defeat to Arsenal on Sunday. The Blues saw Pedro Neto dismissed in the 70th minute at the Emirates Stadium, a moment that effectively ended their hopes of a comeback. The red card was the club's ninth of the campaign across all competitions, including a dismissal for former head coach Enzo Maresca, and Rosenior is adamant that the trend must stop if the team is to progress.

The Seville derby exploded into chaos as Antony was filmed in a heated exchange with Real Betis fans. Following a devastating collapse where Betis surrendered a 2-0 lead to draw 2-2 against Sevilla in La Liga, footage showed the former Manchester United winger reaching a breaking point with the very fans who had chanted his name after he'd scored a stunning first-half opener at the Villamarín.

Chelsea’s disciplinary woes reached a new low on Sunday as Pedro Neto saw red in a disappointing 2-1 defeat to Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium. The Portuguese winger, who has been a key figure for the Blues this season, lost his cool in a frantic second half, leaving his side a man down just as they were chasing an equaliser. The dismissal has sparked a fierce backlash from former Chelsea striker Chris Sutton, who didn't hold back in his assessment of Neto's conduct.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta provided a concerning injury update on Declan Rice after the star midfielder was forced off during a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Chelsea. The vital win restored Arsenal's five-point lead over Manchester City in the Premier League title race, but the potential loss of Rice ahead of a busy schedule casts a shadow over the result.

In the heart of Andalusia, a star who once struggled to find his light in the Premier League has truly been reborn. During the high-intensity atmosphere of "El Gran Derbi" between Real Betis and Sevilla, the Brazilian winger Antony provided a moment of pure magic that left the Estadio Benito Villamarín in a state of delirium. The Manchester United flop opened the scoring with a stunning overhead kick, showing incredible improvisation and flexibility to make something out of very little.

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.

Arsenal equalled their own Premier League record after scoring two more goals from set-pieces in Sunday's 2-1 win over Chelsea at Emirates Stadium. William Saliba and Jurrien Timber both got on the scoresheet as Mikel Arteta's side once again moved five points clear of Manchester City at the summit, albeit having played a game more.

There's just no stopping Set-piece FC! Arsenal performed poorly in Sunday's crucial Premier League clash with Chelsea at the Emirates, but still managed to eke out a vital 2-1 victory over the 10-man Blues that moves them five points clear of Manchester City at the top of the Premier League.

Chelsea suffered their first Premier League defeat of the Liam Rosenior era as they went down 2-1 at Arsenal on Sunday. The Blues were undone by two Gunners set-pieces, and despite causing problems from dead balls themselves, most notably when Piero Hincapie put the ball into his own net, they were unable to make their chances count before Pedro Neto's red card ended their hopes of taking anything away from north London.

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard was surprisingly left out of the squad for the crucial London derby against Chelsea at Emirates Stadium. Despite training earlier this week and making a recent comeback, Mikel Arteta confirmed a lingering knee injury forced the medical team to take a cautious approach to avoid risking a long-term setback.

Tottenham Hotspur’s freefall reached a new low on Sunday afternoon as Igor Tudor’s side slumped to a 2-1 defeat against Fulham at Craven Cottage. The result extends Spurs’ miserable winless run to 10 matches in all competitions, a sequence that has seen the North London club edge closer to the relegation zone. While Richarlison managed to find the net, it was not enough to mask a performance that interim manager Igor Tudor described in scathing terms, directing his ire at both the match officials and his own squad’s application.

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner heavily criticised the officiating following his side's 2-1 defeat to Manchester United. He claimed the pivotal penalty decision that saw Bruno Fernandes level the scoreline at 1-1 was incorrect, arguing the foul occurred outside the box, and suggested referee Chris Kavanagh gave the hosts an "Old Trafford bonus" as they went on to secure the three points.

Noahkai Banks says he is "very torn" over his international future as he considers his opportunities with the U.S. men's national team and Germany. The teenage defender was in USMNT camp in the fall but did not earn a cap and remains eligible for either national team. Banks has also featured on various U.S. youth teams since 2023.

Bruno Fernandes has further cemented his status as a modern-day Manchester United legend, surpassing David Beckham in the club’s history books after another stellar display against Crystal Palace. The Portuguese playmaker was the catalyst for a vital 2-1 comeback victory at Old Trafford, proving why he remains the heartbeat of the Red Devils' midfield. In a match defined by high stakes and historic milestones, Fernandes demonstrated the creative brilliance that has characterised his tenure in the North West since his arrival from Sporting CP.