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  1. McCabe 'apologetic' over Thompson hair-pull

    Arsenal manager Renee Slegers has confirmed she held private talks with Katie McCabe following the defender's controversial altercation with Chelsea winger Alyssa Thompson. The incident, which occurred during the Gunners' Women's Champions League quarter-final second leg on Wednesday, saw the Ireland international escape punishment from the referee and VAR.

  2. Henry defends Cherki over Arsenal taunts

    Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has leaped to the defence of Rayan Cherki after the Manchester City playmaker was accused of disrespecting the Gunners during the Carabao Cup final. The French youngster sparked controversy by performing keepy-uppies during the match and taking a selfie in front of the dejected Arsenal squad at full-time.

  3. Gattuso quits as Italy boss

    The Italian national team has been plunged further into a leadership crisis following the confirmed resignation of head coach Gennaro Gattuso. His departure completes a total collapse of the Azzurri hierarchy, following the exits of delegation chief Gianluigi Buffon and Italian Football Federation (FIGC) president Gabriele Gravina after a devastating play-off defeat to Bosnia-Herzegovina confirmed Italy's third consecutive World Cup absence.

  4. Alisson speaks out over 'new injury' claims

    Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker has moved to clarify his fitness situation following concerns that a recurring hamstring issue could jeopardise his participation at the upcoming World Cup. While head coach Arne Slot has confirmed the Brazilian will miss a crucial run of fixtures, the shot-stopper is adamant that he has not suffered a fresh injury setback in his recovery process.