Professional Footballers' Association chief executive Maheta Molango has launched a scathing attack on the current state of the global football calendar, labelling the industry's demands as "sick." The union leader singled out Chelsea star Cole Palmer as a primary example of a player being failed by a system that prioritises commercial growth over athlete welfare.
Manchester City were reportedly made aware of their guilty verdict regarding breaches of Premier League financial rules months before it was made public. The club spent heavily during the summer transfer window, breaking their transfer record twice for high-profile players before the independent panel's decision was officially announced.
Norway head coach Stale Solbakken has reacted with fury to suggestions that Manchester City interfered with his squad selection for media duties. The national team boss was forced to address rumours that the Etihad giants requested Erling Haaland be kept away from the cameras following a landmark verdict regarding the club's financial conduct.
Manchester United icon Wayne Rooney has sent a clear message to his former team-mates, insisting he would not accept a retrospectively awarded Premier League medal for the 2011-12 season. While other United stars have expressed interest in claiming titles if Manchester City face sanctions for their 115 financial charges, the legendary striker believes the Red Devils didn't do enough to earn the crown on the pitch.
Former Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart has offered a staunch defence of the club's leadership following reports that the Etihad giants have been found guilty of numerous financial breaches. The retired England international, who enjoyed a trophy-laden decade at the Etihad Stadium, insists he remains fully confident in the club's integrity.
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has taken drastic measures to arrest his side's alarming slump by arranging a behind-closed-doors friendly during the international break. The Red Devils are set to utilise Sir Jim Ratcliffe's multi-club network to find a sparring partner in a bid to rediscover their winning touch.
Rio Ferdinand has sparked a massive debate by jokingly demanding that Joleon Lescott hand over his 2011-12 Premier League winner's medal. The Manchester United legend is leading the calls for Manchester City to face the ultimate punishment after being found guilty of numerous financial breaches.
Anthony Gordon has opened up on his decision to swap Newcastle United for Barcelona, suggesting he was never truly appreciated during his time in the Premier League. The England international believes his reputation in his homeland was unfairly limited to his physical attributes rather than his tactical brain.
The USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino has delivered a scathing assessment of the Manchester City financial scandal, suggesting the Premier League has been fundamentally broken by their actions. The former Tottenham and Chelsea boss believes that the scale of the rule-breaking has created a void where sporting justice simply failed to exist for over a decade.
Former Manchester United defender Marcos Rojo is contemplating an immediate departure from Racing Club following their painful Copa Argentina exit. Boyhood side Estudiantes have initiated preliminary discussions with the veteran centre-back, aiming to secure an experienced reinforcement in time for their Copa Libertadores semi-final tie.
Corinthians prospect Breno Bidon has expressed his disbelief after earning a maiden senior call-up to the Brazil national squad for their international friendlies. The 21-year-old midfielder revealed that training alongside Arsenal star Bruno Guimaraes fulfils a lifelong ambition, citing his compatriot as an influential modern role model.
La Liga president Javier Tebas has launched a scathing attack on Manchester City, insisting that the integrity of football depends on "equal rules for all." The outspoken Spanish chief reacted to reports that an independent commission has found the Etihad giants guilty of the vast majority of their 115 alleged financial breaches.
Manchester City chief executive Ferran Soriano has delivered a defiant message to rival club executives, insisting that the legal battle regarding the club's alleged financial breaches is still in its early stages. Speaking at a high-level meeting in Copenhagen, Soriano made it clear that the Citizens have no intention of accepting the recent verdict without a significant fight.
Djibril Cisse has launched a furious response to Mike Dean after the former Premier League referee questioned Queens Park Rangers' tactical decisions during Manchester City's legendary title-winning afternoon in 2012. The former France international, who scored for the Hoops that day, hit back at long-standing conspiracy theories surrounding the match that saw Sergio Aguero snatch the trophy from Manchester United.
Virgil van Dijk joins Adebayo Akinfenwa for a special episode of the Beast Mode On Podcast as the Dutchman chats all things Liverpool and his first impressions of new manager Andoni Iraola. Speaking at Virgil's Legacy Trophy, a tournament that brings together the best youth academies from around the world, the legendary centre-back also backs Alexander Isak to shine in the 2026-27 campaign and reveals who are the toughest opponents he's faced in his illustrious career to date.
Manchester United are facing intense scrutiny over their medical management of Bruno Fernandes after it emerged the captain has been playing through significant pain for several weeks. The 32-year-old was forced to sit out Portugal’s recent Nations League clash with Norway, sparking fears of a long-term layoff for the Red Devils' talisman.
