FA Decides Not to Appeal Lucas Paqueta Spot-Fixing Clearance The Football Association (FA) has confirmed it will not appeal the decision of an independent regulatory commission that cleared West Ham midfielder Lucas Paqueta of four spot-fixing charges. The Brazilian international, charged in May fol...

The Art of the Free Transfer – And Why Real Madrid Are the Undisputed Masters While Premier League clubs shattered the bank with a record-breaking £3.1bn spend in the 2025 summer transfer window, Real Madrid quietly pulled off another masterstroke in the market – signing Trent Alexander-Arnold ...

For decades, Manchester United have been a club synonymous with world-class goalkeepers. From Peter Schmeichel’s commanding presence in the 1990s to Edwin van der Sar’s elegance and composure in the 2000s, the Red Devils have often relied on stability between the posts to underpin their success....

When Ghanaian teenager Nii Lamptey first set foot in Europe, the world was at his feet. Handpicked by football legend Pelé, who once labelled him the “next Pelé,” Lamptey was supposed to become the face of African football for a generation. Instead, his story became one of heartbreak, betrayal...

Few rivalries in world football carry the same weight as El Clasico. When Real Madrid and Barcelona meet, it is more than just a football match—it is history, politics, culture, and sporting brilliance rolled into one. And this season, two of Spain’s brightest young stars, Dean Huijsen and Lamin...

When it comes to Lionel Messi, the world is used to seeing him light up football stadiums with his genius. But on a cool evening in Buenos Aires, the Argentina captain swapped the pitch for the stage, making a surprise appearance at the Rocky theatre play in front of a stunned audience. It wasn’t ...

When the summer transfer window edges towards its final moments, football fans are accustomed to drama — deals teetering on the brink, midnight dashes to offices, and faxes sent in a race against time. Yet for Aymeric Laporte, what should have been the fairytale return home to Athletic Club has en...

For decades, the FIFA — now EA Sports FC — series has been the ultimate digital playground for football fans. From pulling off last-minute screamers to crafting the perfect Ultimate Team, it has shaped the way millions experience the sport. But something has shifted in recent years. The rise of ...

When people think of ex-Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy, the images that come to mind are usually of his famous goals against Manchester United, his intelligent passing in the heart of midfield, or his calm analysis as a Match of the Day pundit. But away from the football pitch and television stud...

Lauren James is no stranger to pressure. At just 23 years old, the Chelsea forward has already become one of the brightest stars in women’s football, a player whose flair and creativity light up the pitch. But behind the dazzling runs and clutch performances lies a grittier story — one of pain, ...