Tottenham legend Teddy Sheringham has expressed serious reservations about Roberto De Zerbi’s suitability for the club as they navigate a treacherous relegation battle. While admitting he admires the former Brighton boss, the iconic striker fears a clash of character could hinder the North London side's survival hopes.
Northumbria Police have confirmed the arrest of a 45-year-old man from Gateshead following allegations of racist abuse directed at Sunderland defender Lutsharel Geertruida. The shocking incident took place during the fiercely contested Tyne-Wear derby against Newcastle United at St James' Park last month, triggering the league's strict on-field anti-discrimination protocols.
The staggering financial scale of the Premier League has been laid bare once again as official figures reveal top-flight clubs spent a record-breaking £460 million on agent fees over the last year, with Chelsea emerging as the league’s biggest spender. The total fees spent by Premier League clubs represents a 13 per cent increase on the previous 12 months.
Roberto De Zerbi has barely had time to unpack his bags at Hotspur Way before being slapped with a brutal reality check. The newly-appointed Tottenham boss, tasked with saving the club from a humiliating descent into the Championship, is already grappling with a mounting injury crisis that has claimed yet another key starter.
England will head to the World Cup this summer as one of the favourites to lift the trophy after a run of strong tournament showings by a still relatively young core group of players. Football, though, moves fast, and soon there will be new stars who come along and usurp those established names. Fortunately for the Three Lions, the production line is showing few signs of slowing down.
Anthony Gordon has caused a stir by claiming that rivals Sunderland are "not a very good team" compared to Newcastle, following the Magpies' disappointing derby defeat at St James' Park. Despite scoring the opener, Gordon was powerless as the Black Cats staged a second-half comeback to secure a 2-1 victory and a league double over Eddie Howe's side.
The annual NXGN lists are back for 2026, as GOAL ranks the world's top teenage talents in men's and women's football, crowning winners that will follow in the footsteps of the likes of Jude Bellingham, Rodrygo, Gianluigi Donnarumma and Vicky Lopez in being recognised as the best young footballers on the planet.
Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes has revealed he has been forced to isolate due to illness. The Brazilian is currently sidelined through injury but travelled with the team to Barcelona in midweek to cheer on his side in their Champions League last 16 clash against Hansi Flick's side at Camp Nou. Guimaraes had been hoping to attend the Tyne-Wear derby but has been forced to stay away.
Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has unleashed a scathing critique of the Magpies following their demoralising 2-1 defeat to arch-rivals Sunderland. The Premier League's all-time record goalscorer did not hold back after witnessing a second-half collapse that saw Eddie Howe's side surrender a 1-0 lead at St James' Park as the Black Cats celebrated another win over their bitter rivals.
The latest instalment of the Tyne-Wear derby was halted early in the second half following allegations of racist abuse being aimed in the direction of Sunderland defender Lutsharel Geertruida. It is claimed that the Netherlands international was subjected to discriminatory taunts by members of the crowd - with those of a Newcastle persuasion considered to have been responsible.
Fights broke out among supporters in the vicinity of St James’ Park ahead of Newcastle’s derby date with arch-rivals Sunderland. Two old adversaries are locking horns again in Premier League competition and there was always going to be an edge to proceedings, with local bragging rights at stake alongside precious points, but some fans allowed passions to get the better of them.
Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe has vehemently dismissed reports claiming that Bruno Guimaraes is in "advanced talks" to join Manchester United. Howe expressed visible frustration over the timing of these rumors, as the ninth-placed Magpies fight to secure a European spot for next season.
Declan Rice is considered to be a leading contender for the 2025-26 PFA Player of the Year award, but Sunderland legend Don Goodman says the Arsenal midfielder “wouldn’t have an issue” with missing out to Granit Xhaka. One former Gunners star remains in the running to pip a current Premier League title contender to the most prestigious of individual accolades.
Sixteen teams will be whittled down to a final eight as the race for English football's most prestigious domestic cup prize heats up - here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about the upcoming draw
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.
Wrexham’s incredible rise under Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney is set for its next blockbuster chapter. The Championship outfit have announced a return to the United States for a high-profile pre-season tour in the summer of 2026. In a significant step up in competition, the Red Dragons will test themselves against three big names in English football, headlined by a mouth-watering clash against Premier League giants Liverpool.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta insists that the club's current nine-point lead at the top of the Premier League table means "nothing" as the Gunners attempt to end a title drought that stretches back to 2004. The north London club beat Sunderland 3-0 at the Emirates to extend their lead over second-placed Manchester City.
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