Originals

Bjorn Mannsverk has helped to transform the Scandinavian club's fortunes with his unseen work off the pitch, and they are reaping the rewards on it

Two clubs long accused of sports washing meet at the Etihad on Wednesday - but their respective projects are now viewed very differently

England's qualifying campaign for the 2027 Women's World Cup is officially underway. It hasn't gone how the Lionesses would've hoped thus far, with a second-placed finish in the group condemning Sarina Wiegman's side to the play-off route. But the 2023 runners-up are still expected to make the 2027 tournament, even if they are taking the scenic route.

2-2 in Augsburg, 3-3 in Stavanger: Bayern Munich have suddenly been struggling badly since the international break. An assessment.

Ashley Sanchez and Mallory Swanson took charge with their first U.S. goals in two years, but the USWNT's backline raised questions about its chemistry and shaky communication.

"The Tigers" in a difficult position

Solutions never run dry and entertainment is guaranteed with Flick's Barcelona

Vermont Green, Portland Hearts of Pine and Rhode Island FC are fueling New England's soccer boom. Can they grow without losing what makes them special?

Emma Hayes is backing Swanson to rediscover her best as the Olympic hero balances motherhood, a difficult club season and her USWNT comeback.

The Juventus manager’s comments and behaviour raise more than a few questions.

From awards winner to accused of failure!

Behind Paris Saint-Germain's dominance

Beyond the titles and the money

The other side of the coin

Viking Stavanger, Bayern Munich’s Champions League opponents today, have not one but two head coaches. The story of their appointment at the Norwegian champions is remarkable.

Dominant in Serie A but struggling in Europe, Mourinho’s arrival helped lift the Nerazzurri to a new level, culminating in unprecedented success

The Brazil international has established himself as a key player at Old Trafford, but his first shot at the big time did not go so well

Three wonder goals in three weeks: a former Bayern Munich defender is among the most in-form players in the world.

Harry Kane’s contract extension is on the verge of being finalised. Once it is completed, all of Bayern Munich’s key players for the future will be under contract until at least 2029.

Crazy atmosphere awaiting Barca: and gaps that threaten Galatasaray

From the poor man's game to a luxury for the rich

A league record was equalled, Luis Suarez continues to defy his age, and Sporting KC's new signing looks better than anyone could have imagined.

Enzo Maresca's side continued their faultless start to the season at Anfield, but there is now a dark cloud hanging over the team that brings the English top-flight into disrepute

Second part of the exclusive interview with the Juventus striker.

European classics for the Blaugrana against Turkey's leaders

The Arsenal forward has been a consistent and reliable performer at international level for several years now - but what happens if she becomes unavailable?

Barcelona chase the dream

A little over a year after his move to Galatasaray Istanbul, Ilkay Gündogan has found himself sidelined. So much so that the former Germany captain recently even vented his frustration publicly. Could an (unwanted) escape soon follow? A romantic return may offer him a way out.