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Thierno Barry's hot streak fired Everton into the top five as they came from behind to beat Coventry 3-1.

England coach Thomas Tuchel said he loves working with Jude Bellingham, having acknowledged their relationship has been "up and down" at times.

Uncapped Paris FC striker Pablo Pagis was surprisingly summoned by France on Friday for Nations League matches against Türkiye and Italy.

Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has confirmed Carlos Baleba is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after suffering a hamstring injury against Roma.

Xabi Alonso said he has no time to spend worrying about international call-ups for his players after Cole Palmer was omitted from the England's Nations League squad.

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery confirmed there have been talks to build a "stronger" project at the club by signing a new contract at Villa Park.

Emilio García Silvero, who has served as FIFA's chief legal and compliance officer for the past eight years, is stepping down from his position.

Mikel Arteta has lauded Declan Rice's "desperate" determination to improve after the midfielder was one of five Arsenal players called up to Thomas Tuchel's England squad.

Roberto De Zerbi believes Tottenham's highly-rated youngster Luca Williams-Barnett is ready to start matches.

Are Arsenal going too far with their theatrics, dirty play and gamesmanship? Or do people just have a problem with it because it's working? Our reporters air their thoughts on the 'dark arts' in pursuit of trophies.

If Manchester United hired an all-time great like Jurgen Klopp, would they have won the Premier League? Let's find out!

Police were dispatched after a Premier League footballer was spotted carrying a bow and arrows on a country track, it has been reported.

José Mourinho has warned Vinícius Júnior he will not have an automatic way back into the Real Madrid side when his domestic suspension ends.

Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola has questioned whether his team are "too honest" after they were denied a penalty in last weekend's 1-0 defeat to Arsenal in the Premier League.

Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has confirmed Carlos Baleba is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after suffering a hamstring injury against Roma.

ESPN's Tom Hamilton examines why Cole Palmer faces a fight for his England place as Thomas Tuchel embraces a new generation of talent.

Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca has reiterated his support for Gianluigi Donnarumma but said the Italian goalkeeper knows he's made mistakes.

Thomas Tuchel has urged England fans not to boo Ben White next week and insisted the Arsenal defender is ready to write a "new chapter" for his country.

Arsenal midfielder Max Dowman has been called up to England's Under-21 squad for the first time.

Wayne Rooney was named the pundit of the year at the 2026 Broadcast Sport Awards on Thursday night.

Thomas Tuchel has said Cole Palmer was left out of his latest England squad because "we have enough No. 10s" and reiterated his warning that players must "walk the walk."

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Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany is on track for a "full recovery" after a lengthy absence following his collapse at a training session, assistant Aaron Danks said Friday.

Former England defender Conor Coady has announced his retirement from football at the age of 33.

Jobe Bellingham has been called up to the senior England squad for the first time and will join his brother Jude, while Cole Palmer has been left out.

Former England defender Conor Coady has announced his retirement from football at the age of 33.

Portugal coach Jorge Jesus is disappointed Cristiano Ronaldo has retired from international duty but concedes he has to accept the captain's decision.

Jobe Bellingham has been called up to the senior England squad for the first time and will join his brother Jude, while Cole Palmer has been left out.

Anthony Gordon's move to Barcelona was a surprise to some, but he's become an instant fan favorite at Camp Nou as well as a key player for England.

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Portugal coach Jorge Jesus is disappointed Cristiano Ronaldo has retired from international duty but concedes he has to accept the captain's decision.

RB Leipzig winger Antonio Nusa is being tracked by Arsenal ahead of the January transfer window. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN takes a look at some of the biggest possible upsets, familiar faces and stories to look out for in the FA Cup first round.

Manchester United are reportedly looking at a move for Manchester City defender Rayan Aït-Nouri. Transfer Talk has the latest.

New Zealand police dismissed a rape allegation against Cape Verde soccer captain Ryan Mendes and charged the accuser with making a false statement.

AC Milan coach Ruben Amorim questioned himself and hit out at his team after a shock 2-0 home loss to Hungarian side Ferencvaros on Thursday.

United States midfielder Tyler Adams has said his Bournemouth side have "turned a page" after a 3-1 Europa League win over Sparta Prague on Thursday.