Espaly Overview

Quansah opens up on Tuchel trust as he battles TAA for England spot

Jarell Quansah has emerged as a vital component of Thomas Tuchel’s tactical blueprint for England, proving his versatility across the defensive line. Despite a challenging dismissal in a World Cup knockout match, the Bayer Leverkusen star has earned the manager's full confidence while competing for minutes against his former Liverpool mentor.

Could rejuvenated McAtee follow Anderson into England squad?

James McAtee has looked like a man reborn in 2026-27, having been handed a more prominent role at Nottingham Forest, and Reds legend Des Walker has told GOAL that the Manchester City academy graduate could follow former team-mate Elliot Anderson into the senior England squad. International success has previously been enjoyed as a European Championship-winning captain of the Three Lions’ U21 side.

'Phenomenal' Kane backed to end England's Ballon d'Or drought

Gary Lineker has backed England captain Harry Kane to win the Ballon d'Or after a spectacular goalscoring run for Bayern Munich and the national team. The legendary striker believes the phenomenal forward heavily deserves the ultimate individual honour over teenage sensation Lamine Yamal.

Arsenal FC v Chelsea FC - Premier League 2026/27

Palmer set to return for Bournemouth clash after Tuchel warning

Chelsea have been handed a significant boost ahead of their Premier League meeting with Bournemouth, as Cole Palmer is expected to be available for selection. The 24-year-old playmaker has been managing a minor muscular issue that saw him pull out of England duty, but he is now reportedly 'confident' of returning to Xabi Alonso’s starting XI.

Way-too-early Euro 2028 Power Rankings

The tournament might not kick-off for the best part of two years, but the extended international break offered some early clues as to how the challengers are shaping up

Richards blown away by unbelievable Arsenal star

Former England defender Micah Richards has lavished significant praise on Arsenal youngster Myles Lewis-Skelly following his highly impressive performance for the national team during their recent Nations League victory. The pundit described the versatile midfielder as 'unbelievable' and firmly insisted he possesses far too much quality to simply remain a substitute under Mikel Arteta at club level.