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Manchester United have received a significant double fitness boost as the Premier League season enters its crucial final stages. Head coach Michael Carrick has confirmed that Lisandro Martinez and Patrick Dorgu are stepping up their recoveries and have been included in the squad for a mid-season training camp in Ireland. Martinez returns after a five-game absence, while Dorgu has missed eight fixtures.

Khadija Shaw's early strike helped Manchester City set up a blockbuster FA Cup semi-final clash with Chelsea, as the Women's Super League leaders defeated second-tier table-toppers Birmingham 1-0 on Monday evening. The Cityzens had never lost to lower-tier opposition in the competition and while their in-form hosts gave a good account of themselves, when Shaw broke the deadlock after just eight minutes, that record rarely looked in danger of changing.

Liverpool are growing increasingly confident about securing a new long-term deal for Ibrahima Konate, despite lingering interest from Spanish giants Real Madrid. The centre-back, whose current contract is entering its final stages, is highly motivated to sign an agreement and resolve his club future entirely before heading off to the upcoming World Cup.

The Brazilian gives Real Madrid a glimmer of hope in the Champions League

From Lionel Messi's Inter Miami having their homecoming spoiled to Julian Hall leading the way for the Red Bulls, MLS delivered another compelling weekend of football

Al-Merengi’s coach finds the key to shutting down the defence

Gianluigi Donnarumma has found himself at the centre of a heated row following Italy's shock World Cup play-off elimination at the hands of Bosnia-Herzegovina. The Manchester City goalkeeper has been accused of "unsportsmanlike" behaviour during the decisive penalty shootout in Zenica.

Edoardo Bove has opened up on his remarkable journey back to professional football following the cardiac arrest that nearly claimed his life in December 2024. The Watford midfielder revealed the depth of his bond with former manager Jose Mourinho, who he says was among the very first to offer vital support to the player and his family during the darkest days of his recovery in hospital.

The German goalkeeper talks about the same ears ahead of the Real Madrid clash

During the heat of Al-Nassr's comprehensive 5-2 win over Al-Najma, Brazilian attacker Felippe Cardoso took a bold chance by approaching Cristiano Ronaldo mid-game. The 27-year-old requested the five-time Ballon d'Or winner’s jersey, a standard request for many, but Ronaldo’s reaction was anything but ordinary.

Arsenal manager surprises the fans

The Egyptian star is dominating the Saudi media after being linked with a move to the Roshen League

U.S. international forward Patrick Agyemang was taken off in a stretcher during Derby's match against Stoke in the 41st minute. Agyemang was jumping in the air for a challenge and landed awkwardly, the club said, and was replaced by Jadon Banel. While the extent of the injury has not been confirmed, the timing raises concerns for Agyemang's World Cup hopes.

Amid the debate surrounding Nagelsmann, VfB Stuttgart are in talks with Deniz Undav over a new contract. The striker’s salary demands are said to be of historic proportions.

Lewandowski pays the price for his dip in form

The Anfield Earthquake

Juventus have accelerated their pursuit of Bernardo Silva, initiating formal discussions with the Portuguese midfielder's representatives. While Barcelona and Benfica harbour long-standing interest, the Italian club are pushing to secure the 31-year-old on a free transfer, aiming to convince him that Turin is the perfect destination for his next challenge.

Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior has publicly offered his support to Barcelona's Lamine Yamal as the two rivals put club colours aside to tackle the ongoing issue of racism in Spanish football. Following recent incidents involving both players, the Brazilian forward emphasized the need for high-profile figures to use their platforms to protect those without a voice.

Hannah Hampton's blushes were spared by Veerle Buurman's wonderstrike as Chelsea beat Tottenham 2-1 on Monday to reach a sixth successive FA Cup semi-final. The Blues were on track for a place in the last four after Sam Kerr's first-half header until Hampton completely misjudged Eveliina Summanen's free-kick in a rare lapse. But just as extra-time was looming, up stepped the impressive Buurman, who rolled past one defender before unleashing a brilliant strike that flew into the top corner to break Spurs hearts late on.

Borussia Dortmund’s next match is against Bayer Leverkusen. Just over 15 years ago, a wild incident occurred within the BVB camp in the run-up to this fixture. Right at the heart of it all: Kevin Großkreutz.

Tottenham wonderkid Mikey Moore has opened up about a heart scare that forced him into six weeks of total bed rest during his breakout 2024-25 campaign. The 18-year-old winger revealed that the worrying diagnosis occurred just as he was set to start a major Europa League fixture, momentarily derailing his rapid ascent through the professional ranks.

Antony's career revival at Real Betis has hit a significant roadblock just as the 2026 World Cup approaches. After a promising start to life in Spain, the Manchester United flop is struggling for consistency and fitness, leaving his chances of a major tournament appearance with Brazil this summer hanging by a thread.

Vinicius Junior has issued a definitive statement regarding his long-term future at Real Madrid, confirming his intention to sign a new contract at the Bernabeu. The Brazilian superstar, who is entering a critical period in his current deal, insists he remains fully committed to the Spanish giants despite a turbulent season on and off the pitch.

Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has jumped to the defence of Kylian Mbappe amid criticism of the Frenchman, insisting he fully understands the weight of the white shirt. Speaking ahead of a monumental Champions League quarter-final against Bayern Munich, Arbeloa emphasized the "extraordinary luck" of having the forward available for Europe's biggest stage.

The Rossoneri manager has tried out a surprise attacking formation ahead of the big league clash against Conte’s side

Could this unexpected scenario actually happen?

Another European night at the Bernabéu

Bayern Munich are facing a race against time to have Harry Kane leading the line for their monumental Champions League quarter-final first leg against Real Madrid. The England captain has been struggling with an ankle issue that kept him out of domestic action at the weekend, leaving fans and coaching staff anxious ahead of the trip to the Santiago Bernabeu.