Carlo Ancelotti says he has “never had a problem” with Real Madrid and is not looking to “make a big deal” out of his upcoming departure, as the legendary manager prepares to take over as head coach of the Brazil national team. The 65-year-old Italian will officially begin his tenure with the five-time world champions on 26 May, a day after Real Madrid conclude their La Liga campaign against Real…

Nottingham Forest have issued a strong rebuttal to suggestions that club owner Evangelos Marinakis confronted manager Nuno Espirito Santo after Sunday’s 2-2 Premier League draw with Leicester City, calling reports of a dispute “fake news.” The Greek businessman was seen animatedly speaking to Nuno on the pitch after the full-time whistle, prompting widespread speculation about a rift between the pair. However, in a lengthy and impassioned statement released on Tuesday,…

As Trent Alexander-Arnold stepped onto the Anfield pitch on Sunday, it should have been a triumphant homecoming — a moment to honour a local lad turned legend in what was likely his penultimate appearance for Liverpool. Instead, he was met with a chorus of boos from a section of the crowd. The reaction from some supporters to Alexander-Arnold’s return—following his announcement that he would leave the club at the end…

Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez has been ordered to serve the remainder of a five-match international ban after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) rejected his appeal. The ban stems from an altercation he was involved in with Colombia fans during Uruguay’s Copa America semi-final defeat in July 2024. The incident occurred after Uruguay lost 1-0 to Colombia, with Nunez seen physically confronting spectators in the stands. The altercation occurred…

Real Madrid are working swiftly to appoint Xabi Alonso as their new manager ahead of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, with plans for him to take charge as early as June 1. Sources close to the Spanish giants reveal that Alonso, 43, is expected to be in Madrid by the start of next month to prepare the team for their first match of the tournament against Saudi Arabian side…

David Beckham has called for “respect and elegance” in victory after Minnesota United aimed cheeky digs at his Inter Miami side following a crushing 4-1 defeat. The loss, suffered on Saturday night, marked Inter Miami’s heaviest defeat since Lionel Messi joined the club in July 2023. Despite a goal from Messi in the second half, Miami’s woes continued with a fourth defeat in five matches across all competitions. But it…

Ruben Amorim’s tenure at Manchester United has veered dangerously off course. Appointed in November 2024 to steady a faltering ship, the Portuguese manager finds himself under intense scrutiny after a dismal run of form that has plunged the Red Devils into 16th place in the Premier League—just two points above the relegation zone. The recent 2-0 home defeat to West Ham extended United’s winless streak to seven matches, equalling their…

Emma Raducanu’s promising run at the Italian Open came to a swift halt on Monday as world number three Coco Gauff proved too powerful, defeating the British number two 6-1 6-2 on the clay of Rome. Despite the heavy scoreline, the match marked a positive milestone for Raducanu, who had strung together three consecutive wins on clay for the first time in her career — a surface she has historically…

In a move that has stunned the footballing world, Carlo Ancelotti has been confirmed as the next head coach of Brazil’s national team. The appointment of the Italian master tactician marks a radical shift for a footballing nation long defined by its home-grown flair and cultural pride. Ancelotti, 65, will take charge officially on 26 May following the conclusion of his duties at Real Madrid. And with Brazil desperate to…

Barcelona mounted a spectacular comeback to beat Real Madrid 4-3 on Sunday and move to the brink of the LaLiga title. Kylian Mbappe scored a hat-trick for Los Blancos but Raphinha’s double and goals from Lamine Yamal, Eric Garcia and Fermin Lopez gave Barcelona a seven-point lead on reigning champions Madrid with three matches remaining. Hansi Flick’s side were knocked out of the Champions League in the semifinals by Inter…

In a heartwarming announcement that has drawn praise from across the women’s football community, international football stars Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis have revealed the arrival of their first child together. The couple, who have been together since 2021 and got engaged in 2023, shared the news on Instagram, posting a touching photo with their newborn son. “Our little man is here, Jagger Mewis-Kerr,” read the caption accompanying the photo…

Arsenal’s Champions League dream came to a crushing end in Paris as Mikel Arteta’s side were once again left grappling with the pain of “what might have been.” A 2-1 semi-final defeat to Paris Saint-Germain sealed their fate, continuing a painful pattern of near-misses under the Spaniard’s tenure. Arteta had boldly declared before the second leg that Arsenal had arrived in the French capital to “make history.” Instead, they became…