Mohamed Saeed

Raheem Sterling made his first start for Feyenoord on Sunday, but the evening ended with mixed emotions for the England international. After two prior appearances as a substitute, the former Manchester City and Chelsea winger was named in the starting XI for the Eredivisie clash against NAC Breda, lasting just over an hour before being withdrawn. Despite the restricted minutes, Sterling is adamant that his physical condition is rapidly improving as he seeks to rediscover his best form in Rotterdam.

The United States men’s national team has been handed a significant injury scare just months before the 2026 World Cup, as Sergino Dest was forced off during PSV’s latest Eredivisie victory. The full-back, who has established himself as a vital component of the USMNT's defensive unit, appeared to suffer a hamstring issue during the second half of Saturday’s clash against AZ Alkmaar.

Inter Miami continued their strong start to the 2026 MLS season with a vital 2-1 victory over D.C. United. While Lionel Messi grabbed the headlines once again with another spectacular goal, former USMNT star Sacha Kljestan believes the real architect of the club’s dominance, head coach Javier Mascherano, is currently operating in the shadows of the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner.

The magic of the FA Cup was on full display at Vale Park on Sunday as League One strugglers Port Vale pulled off a monumental giant-killing. Despite sitting at the very bottom of the third tier, the Valiants defied a gap of 57 places in the football pyramid to eliminate Premier League side Sunderland with a gritty 1-0 victory.

Former Liverpool and England striker Emile Heskey has been thrust into the spotlight regarding a multi-million-pound legal battle over a business deal described as "fraudulent". The retired forward was the prominent face of a £15 million proposal from British businessman Craig Gabriel to acquire a significant stake in the Cypriot top-flight side Apollon Limassol. While Heskey is not accused of any personal wrongdoing, his association with the deal has made him a person of interest for legal investigators in Cyprus and the United Kingdom.

Jesse Lingard's salary has reportedly been revealed following his sensational move to Brazil that's seen him reunite with former Manchester United team-mate Memphis Depay. The 33-year-old has been a free agent since December after ending his two-season stint with South Korean side FC Seoul, where he netted 19 goals in 67 appearances. Despite interest from across the globe, the midfielder has signed for Sao Paulo giants Corinthians.

Wolves have revealed a series of moving permanent tributes to Diogo Jota at Molineux, timed to coincide with their FA Cup encounter against the forward's other former English club, Liverpool. The unveiling marks a significant moment of remembrance for the Portuguese international and his brother, Andre Silva, following their tragic passing last summer, an event that sparked a massive wave of emotion across the footballing world.

A nostalgic throwback clip of Kylian Mbappe has resurfaced on social media, giving fans a glimpse of the French superstar long before he became one of the biggest names in world football. The video shows a teenage Mbappe performing Cristiano Ronaldo’s famous 'Siu' celebration while playing for AS Monaco’s youth team. The clip coincides with the 10-year anniversary of Mbappe signing his first professional contract with Monaco.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has expressed his relief as midfield linchpin Rodri begins to rediscover his world-class form following an arduous 18-month battle with injury. The Spanish international, who secured City's first-ever Ballon d'Or triumph, has become a regular fixture in the starting XI again since January as the Premier League champions chase a historic quadruple.

Premier League legend Alan Shearer has pulled no punches in his assessment of Manchester United, labelling the club "so poor" despite their ascent to third in the table. The former England striker expressed total disbelief that Michael Carrick’s side are currently in pole position to secure Champions League football given the standard of their performances this season.

Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior has praised Robert Sanchez for his reaction to being dropped for the win over Aston Villa, insisting that the goalkeeper was "really disappointed" with the decision. The Spaniard had a nervy and unconvincing performance in the 2-1 defeat to Arsenal, leading to him being benched and prompting fresh questions about his long-term suitability as the club's first-choice shot-stopper.

Antoine Griezmann has dealt a major blow to Orlando City's transfer plans by deciding to remain at Atletico Madrid for the remainder of the season. The French international was widely expected to make the jump to Major League Soccer this month, but the lure of potential silverware in the Spanish capital has convinced the veteran forward to put his American dream on hold.

Napoli are moving quickly to secure the long-term future of Scott McTominay as interest from the Premier League continues to loom over the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. The Scotland international has been a revelation in Italy since his arrival from Manchester United in the summer of 2024, becoming a vital cog in Antonio Conte’s tactical setup and a firm fan favourite among the Partenopei faithful.

The build-up to the 2026 World Cup has been hit by a major geopolitical storm as United States president Donald Trump admitted he is indifferent to whether Iran participates in the upcoming tournament. Despite being the first nation to secure qualification for the showpiece event, Iran were the notable absentees from a high-profile FIFA planning meeting held in Atlanta this week. The silence from the Iranian camp has sparked intense speculation regarding their involvement in the tournament, which is set to be hosted across the United States, Mexico and Canada this summer.

The future of Karim Adeyemi at Borussia Dortmund is hanging by a thread as the German international continues to hesitate over a new contract offer at the Westfalenstadion. Despite being viewed as a cornerstone of the club’s long-term project, the 24-year-old has yet to commit his future to the Bundesliga giants. The forward is currently enduring a difficult run of form on the pitch, having managed just two goals and two assists since late-November. This dip in production has seen him relegated to a bit-part role under head coach Niko Kovac, further fuelling speculation that his time in a yellow shirt could be coming to an end.

Inter president Giuseppe Marotta has issued a firm hands-off warning to Arsenal regarding the future of rising star Pio Esposito. The Nerazzurri chief moved quickly to dismiss growing speculation that the Premier League leaders had made an approach for the highly-rated forward. The 19-year-old has emerged as one of the most talked-about talents in Italian football, inevitably drawing glances from the recruitment departments of Europe’s elite clubs.

Barcelona have been hit by yet another significant fitness concern after Jules Kounde was forced off during the early stages of their high-stakes encounter against Atletico Madrid. The French international, who has been a pillar of Hansi Flick’s defensive unit this season, lasted just 11 minutes in the Copa del Rey clash before succumbing to what appeared to be a muscular issue.

The race for the Premier League crown is reaching its traditional fever pitch, with Arsenal and Manchester City locked in a psychological and tactical battle for supremacy. However, Manchester United icon Paul Scholes has delivered a scathing assessment of the current title contenders, suggesting that the quality of football has plummeted to such a level that neither side deserves to be crowned champions. Despite the narrow gap at the top of the table, the legendary midfielder remains entirely unimpressed by what he has witnessed from the two frontrunners during the current campaign.