Muhammad Zaki

Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has jumped to the defence of Vinicius Junior after the Brazilian forward successfully navigated a hostile atmosphere at the Bernabeu to score the winning goal against Alaves in La Liga on Tuesday. Despite the tension following a disappointing Champions League exit, the winger proved to be the difference-maker as Los Blancos secured a vital victory in their pursuit of catching Barcelona.

Italy icon Gianluigi Buffon has opened up on the most infamous moment in World Cup history, jokingly claiming responsibility for Zinedine Zidane's moment of madness in the 2006 final. The legendary goalkeeper believes his own heroics between the sticks pushed the French icon over the edge before his shocking headbutt on Marco Materazzi.

Arsenal legend Lauren has made a surprising admission regarding Tottenham's current plight, insisting he wants his former rivals to avoid a "shocking" relegation from the Premier League. Despite the fierce animosity between the two north London giants, the former defender believes the English top flight would suffer without its most iconic derby.

Tottenham Hotspur have taken the step of advertising for a new club psychologist as they look to repair the fragile morale of a squad currently mired in a desperate fight for Premier League survival. The north London side have endured a nightmare 2026, failing to register a single league victory, leaving the hierarchy convinced that mental fatigue is now as big a threat as their on-field form.

Manchester United are reportedly ready to reignite their interest in a Real Madrid powerhouse as they look to solve their long-standing midfield issues. The Red Devils have made the engine room their priority for the upcoming window, and an elite enforcer has emerged as a marquee target for the Old Trafford hierarchy.

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has provided a significant update on Arne Slot’s future at Anfield following weeks of intense speculation. Despite a difficult second season that has seen the Reds fall out of title contention, the Dutchman appears set to retain his position heading into the next campaign.

Former Chelsea defender Frank Leboeuf has launched a scathing attack on the club's record signings Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo, claiming both men lack the leadership required to represent the club. The World Cup winner spoke out following a demoralising 3-0 defeat at Brighton that saw the Blues sink to a fifth consecutive Premier League loss without scoring a goal.

Frank Lampard has hailed his "amazing" Coventry City squad after they officially clinched the Championship title with a ruthless 5-1 demolition of Portsmouth. The victory at the CBS Arena ensures the Sky Blues will return to the top flight as champions, capping off a remarkable transformation under the former Chelsea man.

Chelsea's internal security has been breached once again after Marc Cucurella’s barber appeared to leak vital team news hours before their Premier League clash with Brighton. The social media reveal correctly identified key absences in Liam Rosenior’s squad, overshadowing the build-up to what became a disastrous 3-0 defeat on the South Coast.

Cristiano Ronaldo could be about to make even more history as Al-Nassr are reportedly considering a shock promotion for his son to the senior squad. The 15-year-old prospect has been making waves in the club's youth academy and is in line to play alongside his father next season.

Liam Rosenior did not hold back after Chelsea were brushed aside in a 3-0 defeat to Brighton, describing his side’s performance as "unacceptable in every aspect." The Blues boss watched on in horror as his team failed to register a single shot on target at the Amex Stadium, leaving their Champions League qualification hopes hanging by a thread.

Jamie Carragher was forced to endure a hostile reception from Everton supporters as he was ushered away after facing a barrage of insults before the Merseyside derby. The Liverpool legend, who was working as a pundit for Sky Sports, became the centre of an ugly flashpoint as tensions briefly threatened to boil over at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.

Alvaro Arbeloa has reignited the fire between Real Madrid and Spanish officiating by suggesting it is "easier" for the club to win the Champions League than La Liga. The Blancos coach has suggested that refereeing errors in La Liga often hamper the club’s title ambitions.

Ibrahima Konate has handed Liverpool a massive boost by confirming that he is on the verge of signing a new long-term contract at Anfield. The French powerhouse, who has been linked with a move to Real Madrid, is entering the final months of his current deal but looks set to extend his stay on Merseyside.

Curtis Jones has delivered a scathing assessment of Everton's mentality following Liverpool's dramatic 2-1 victory in the Merseyside derby. The midfielder mocked the suggestion that the Toffees would have celebrated only being two points behind the Reds had they won the game, after one of the "worst" seasons in recent times for the Anfield club.

Dominik Szoboszlai has admitted that his long-term future at Liverpool is "not really in my hands anymore" as talks over a contract extension hit a standstill. The Hungarian midfielder has been one of the standout performers in an otherwise taxing season for the Reds, but his latest comments suggest that the club has yet to table a formal offer that reflects his importance.

Wayne Rooney has hit out at Manchester City’s "premature" celebrations following their crucial 2-1 victory over Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium. The Manchester United legend believes the unrestrained scenes at the final whistle could come back to haunt Pep Guardiola’s side as the Premier League title race enters its final stretch.

Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice was caught on camera sending a clear message to his team-mates in the immediate aftermath of Sunday's damaging 2-1 defeat to Manchester City. As the full-time whistle blew at the Etihad Stadium, lipreaders spotted the England international issuing a rallying cry despite the Gunners losing their grip on the Premier League title race.