Ahmed Refaat

Manchester City star Erling Haaland admitted he was "super happy" to have finally ended his wait for another hat-trick as he fired Pep Guardiola’s side into the FA Cup semi-finals. The Norwegian goal-machine was in clinical form at the Etihad Stadium, dismantling a Liverpool side still struggling under Arne Slot.

While away on international duty with Argentina, Cristian Romero admitted that he's "not having the best time" at Tottenham, who are in danger of being relegated from the Premier League. The World Cup winner's comments could serve to fuel rumours of a potential summer exit, with La Liga mooted as his most likely next destination.

Nicky Butt has claimed that Jose Mourinho is still capable of leading Manchester United, despite the fractious end to his first spell at the club. The United legend has admitted he would welcome the prospect of the "Special One" returning to the Old Trafford dugout, citing his proven track record of delivering trophies.

Barcelona Femeni dismantled Real Madrid 6-0 in a historic Clasico to complete a third emphatic win against their arch rivals in just nine days, securing a place in the Champions League semi-finals in the process. Alexia Putellas was among the goals as she marked her 500th appearance for Barca in style.

Gabriel Jesus has claimed that Arsenal team-mate Bukayo Saka deserves to be mentioned in the same breath as global superstars like Vinicius Junior, Raphinha and Rodrygo. Speaking in an interview with Rio Ferdinand, the Brazilian striker was asked where he believes Saka currently ranks among the game's premier wide players.

Kylian Mbappe has opened up about the complexities of his final season at Paris Saint-Germain and revealed his true feelings on Luis Enrique. The 2018 World Cup winner, who had a legendary seven-year stint at the Parc des Princes before finally making his long-awaited move to Real Madrid, reflected on how the circumstances of his exit impacted his footballing education.

Former Arsenal and Manchester City star Samir Nasri is reportedly locked in a bitter dispute with French tax authorities that has seen his financial assets targeted. The retired midfielder is allegedly facing an eye-watering bill totalling approximately €5 million following a detailed probe into his historical earnings and tax declarations.

Ex-France manager Raymond Domenech has suggested that England are not "serious" contenders to win the 2026 World Cup. Thomas Tuchel's side have widely been billed as one of the favourites for glory at the tournament in North America, but Domenech does not believe the Three Lions will shake their "loser" image.

Despite numerous reports suggesting Paris Saint-Germain have a strong desire to sign Real Madrid star Eduardo Camavinga, who has also been strongly linked with a move to the Premier League, the reality at the Parc des Princes appears quite different. Luis Enrique currently oversees a solid and deep midfield, leaving little room for the acquisition of a prominent player in that position.

Barcelona find themselves at a critical juncture regarding the future of Marcus Rashford, who is currently on loan at the Spotify Camp Nou from Manchester United. The club's alternative transfer targets have been revealed should they decide not to sign him outright.

Romelu Lukaku has broken his silence regarding the escalating tension between himself and Napoli, insisting he would "never turn his back" on the club. The striker has spent the international break in Belgium recovering from an injury, a move that reportedly left the Partenopei hierarchy frustrated and sparked rumours of a significant fallout.

Craig Bellamy has addressed links to the Celtic job following a crushing blow to his aspirations with the Welsh national team. The 46-year-old has garnered significant praise for his rejuvenation of the squad, guiding them to a World Cup play-off semi-final where they were eventually eliminated on penalties by Bosnia.

Thomas Tuchel has plotted a diplomatic course through the storm that has followed the withdrawals of Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka from the England squad, saying the optics may look bad but he has “100% trust” in their integrity. The Arsenal duo will be unavailable for the clash against Japan at Wembley after reporting discomfort following their recent club commitments.

Lamine Yamal continues to rewrite the record books for both club and country, but Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente believes the 18-year-old is only scratching the surface of his potential. Speaking ahead of the friendly against Egypt at the RCDE Stadium, the manager reflected on the incredible trajectory the winger has taken since his senior debut.

The legal team representing Rafa Mir has taken a firm stance by requesting that his upcoming trial be held in public, directly opposing the prosecution's preference for closed-door sessions. Under the guidance of lawyer Jaime Campaner, the defence argues that there is no justification for a private trial and insists on the importance of public scrutiny regarding the evidence presented by the prosecution.

In the latest development of a long-running legal battle, a court in Nantes has officially thrown out Cardiff City's claim for £104 million in compensation. The Bluebirds had argued that the death of Emiliano Sala in January 2019 had a direct impact on their sporting success, specifically suggesting that his goals could have prevented their subsequent relegation from the Premier League.

AC Milan have returned to the negotiating table with a fresh proposal for Corinthians midfielder Andre. After seeing previous efforts rebuffed, the Italian giants have now signaled their willingness to pay up to €22 million (£18.5m/$23.3m) to bring the teenager to San Siro, as the club looks to get its business done early.

Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has delivered a significant fitness boost to the Selecao and Real Madrid fans alike by confirming that Vinicius Junior is available for Tuesday's friendly against Croatia. The Italian tactician dismissed fears regarding the winger's physical condition following a period of specialised recovery work.