'My dream Man Utd move was ripped away from me by Bournemouth – I was devastated':Joshua King revealed his devastation after Bournemouth rejected a £25m Man Utd bid in 2020, blocking his dream return. United signed Odion Ighalo instead, leaving the Norwegian striker 'completely devastated'.
Cristiano Ronaldo is back: a return that has Al Nassr and Portugal hopeful:Cristiano Ronaldo is available for Al-Nassr after a month out with a hamstring injury. His return is a major boost for the league leaders and Portugal ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Newcastle vow action after alleged racist abuse halts Sunderland derby:The Tyne-Wear derby was paused after Sunderland's Lutsharel Geertruida reported racist abuse from the crowd. Newcastle vowed to identify and hold perpetrators accountable. Sunderland won the match 2-1.
Italy 2-0 Northern Ireland: Tonali inspirational for Azzurri World Cup dream:Italy beat Northern Ireland 2-0 in their World Cup qualifier playoff. Sandro Tonali scored a stunning half-volley and assisted Moise Kean's late goal, securing a final spot against Wales or Bosnia.
Mauritania players fought over Messi's shirt and his Argentina teammates:Mauritania drew 1-1 with world champions Argentina at La Bombonera. Debutant Jordan Lefort scored a historic equalizing volley. Post-match, Mauritanian players eagerly sought jerseys from Messi and teammates.
Bild: Neuer and Bayern agree to postpone decision on goalkeeper’s future:Manuel Neuer asks Bayern Munich to postpone contract talks until after his muscle tear recovery. The club agreed, with a decision expected post-April's Champions League tie.
Brighton 2-1 Liverpool: Reds out-played, out-run and out-fought AGAIN in worrying glimpse into the future, writes LEWIS STEELE - as Danny Welbeck amplifies England World Cup claim:Brighton beat Liverpool 2-1 with Danny Welbeck scoring twice. The veteran forward's brace, his 11th and 12th goals this season, secured Brighton's fourth win in five games, thoroughly outplaying the faltering Reds.
Mohamed Salah's value to Liverpool made clear by Arne Slot U-turn before Brighton game:Mohamed Salah returns to face Brighton after injury. His form has surged with 10 goals this season, highlighting his crucial role for Liverpool despite earlier bench spells and transfer rumors.
Gattuso brings Italy closer to a World Cup after a 12-year absence: Fans can't believe it:Italy beat Northern Ireland 2-0 in a World Cup playoff semi-final. Sandro Tonali scored and assisted, leading the Azzurri to a final vs Bosnia for a spot at the 2026 tournament.
Putellas insists Barça “always strive for excellence” and makes key Real Madrid admission:Barcelona dominated Real Madrid 6-2 in the UWCL quarterfinal first leg. Alexia Putellas, named Player of the Match, warned the team must improve for the second leg despite the big win.
What is the United States' next friendly match and what challenge could they face:The U.S. lost 5-2 to Belgium in a friendly. Despite McKennie's opener, defensive lapses led to a second-half collapse, raising consistency concerns ahead of hosting the 2026 World Cup.
Thomas Tuchel responds to England fans booing Arsenal defender Ben White:Ben White made his first England appearance in four years, scoring in a 1-1 draw with Uruguay. He was booed by some fans upon entering as a substitute, with manager Thomas Tuchel expressing disappointment.
Real Madrid defender brings forward injury return date:Eder Militao is set to return from a hamstring injury in April, targeting Real Madrid's match against Mallorca after the international break, though he'll miss the Champions League quarter-finals.
Sjoeke Nusken clinches seven-goal thriller as Chelsea reclaim second place in WSL:Chelsea beat Aston Villa 4-3 in a WSL thriller. After leading 3-1, Chelsea conceded twice but Sjoeke Nusken scored an 82nd-minute winner, moving Chelsea second.
'Memo' Ochoa returns in time to join Cristiano Ronaldo and Messi in the World Cup Olympiad at 40:Goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa, 41, is back in the Mexico squad for friendlies against Belgium and Portugal after nearly a year away, aiming for a record sixth World Cup appearance.