Scotland are searching for a new direction following the departure of Steve Clarke, and former international captain Gary McAllister has weighed in on the looming appointment. While Steven Naismith remains the frontrunner, McAllister believes the Scottish FA should look towards a heavyweight with Champions League pedigree.
West Ham United are firm favourites to secure an immediate return to the Premier League as champions, according to the latest supercomputer predictions for the 2026-27 Championship season. While multiple simulations back the London club for title glory and automatic promotion, there are sharply contrasting forecasts regarding which unlucky clubs will suffer relegation to League One.
The Polish icon has three goals in his last three games, fueling hopes that Chicago can win the Leagues Cup and lift its first major trophy since 2006.
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has moved to deflect expectations away from his side ahead of Wednesday's UEFA Super Cup clash, insisting that Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain are the clear favorites. The Midlands club are preparing for their first appearance in the showpiece event since 1982 following their dramatic Europa League triumph last season.
Paul Pogba is facing the abrupt end of his attempted football comeback, as Monaco prepare to terminate his contract following a new thigh injury. The former Manchester United midfielder has endured a disastrous spell in Ligue 1 since returning from a doping ban, playing only a handful of matches. A recent collapse in training seems to have sealed his departure from the club.
Barcelona and Spain sensation Lamine Yamal has capped off a historic summer by celebrating his 19th birthday with a massive party in Vilanova del Valles. The young forward, who recently added a World Cup trophy to his European Championship medal, is set to rejoin Hansi Flick's squad after a well-deserved break.
Tottenham Hotspur have stepped up their search for new attacking talent by launching formal discussions to sign Monaco forward Folarin Balogun. The Premier League side are eager to add firepower to Roberto De Zerbi's frontline and have laid the groundwork for a transfer valued at around €60 million following the United States international's impressive displays in France.