Kick Off: Haaland suffers long-term ankle injury, Ter Stegen back to training

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OFFICIAL: Haaland injury update as City hint striker could miss most of season

MANCHESTER CITY have hinted that Erling Haaland will most of the season with an ankle injury.

OFFICIAL: Marc ter Stegen back to training session with the group

After sustained a huge injury, it looks like Ter Stegen is set to make an early return at Barcelona.

These Things Happen

40 of the most ridiculous records Cristiano Ronaldo currently holds

Cristiano Ronaldo has established himself as one of the greatest players in the history of football over his long and glittering career, and the 40-year-old holds the medals and records to prove it.

Trent Arnold endures AWKWARD return to Liverpool training as he nears Real move

Trent Alexander-Arnold endured an awkward return to Liverpool training on Monday, days after reportedly agreeing to leave Anfield for Real Madrid in the summer.

Neymar nervous about Brazil's new coach: "Don't drag me into this."

The Santos winger was asked why he thinks about one of the favorites for the Canarinha bench, Jorge Jesus, with whom he had a very bad ending at Al-Hilal.

Cardiff City star devastated after brother, 30, dies in first Muay Thai fight

A CARDIFF CITY star paid tribute to his brother who sadly died.

Serie A return (& Man Utd reunion) lined up for Pogba

A free agent and available after serving his 18-month doping ban, Pogba is in the US preparing to return to top-line football.

Barcelona willing to reject €100m offer for midfield star

Manchester City appear to be looking to overhaul their squad in the summer after a down year under Pep Guardiola, and that will mean moving on from some major figures. However the reigning Premier League champions are also likely to spend big on the cornerstones of their coming seasons.

Arsenal told why they shouldn't sign Gyokeres as they step up transfer interest

Arsenal have been urged to target Victor Osimhen instead of Viktor Gyokeres by their former midfielder, Emmanuel Petit, who believes the Nigeria striker has 'more pedigree' than the sought-after Sporting Lisbon star.

Schlotterbeck to be seen more often as shooter after prepares 2 goals at corner

Nico Schlotterbeck took corner kicks for the first time at Borussia Dortmund – and he delivered like this. The German international provided two assists from set pieces in the home win over Mainz 05.

Barcelona star linked with Chelsea gives green light for new contract

Barcelona defender Jules Kounde arrived as one of the best centre-backs in Spain, but to the surprise of many, has spent most of his career in Catalonia on the right side of defence. The fact that Kounde might be used as a right-back was cited as one of the main reasons Kounde turned down a move and a higher salary at Chelsea to join the club, but now he seems entirely comfortable there.

Amorim reveals two stars will be fit to return against Nottingham Forest

Harry Maguire and Leny Yoro have been declared fit again for Manchester United’s trip to Nottingham Forest on Tuesday night as head coach Ruben Amorim delivered a positive injury update.

ManU star could make emotional Ajax return as Dutch club chief reveals interest

Christian Eriksen is being lined up for a return to his former club Ajax according to the Eredivisie leaders' director of football.

Seven players could miss Arsenal vs Fulham as Arteta confirms new injury

Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Bukayo Saka is in line to make his long-awaited return for Arsenal at home to Fulham on Tuesday night having been sidelined for three months with a hamstring injury.

Winger liked by Barca becomes available for summer move after contract decision

Barcelona Director of Football Deco will no doubt have a number of options in mind for the summer, with some hinging on what kind of budget he has to work with. The Blaugrana seem intent on strengthening their forward line in the coming transfer market, and an economic option has just become available.

Arsenal get two stars back from injury ahead of Real Madrid clash but key defender ruled out

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta had plenty of good news to give out on Monday afternoon, as he addressed the press ahead of their clash with Fulham. That included several injury developments that will not have gone unnoticed by the Real Madrid coaching staff at Valdebebas.

Ex-Man United star in tears after injury forces him off just 5 mins into return

A former Manchester United midfielder could not hold back the tears after suffering another setback just five minutes into his return from injury.

Alves' model wife announces she's pregnant in a heartfelt social media message

Dani Alves' model wife Joana Sanz has announced that she is pregnant just three days after the former Barcelona star was cleared of raping a woman at a Catalan nightclub.

What They Say

Amorim explains why Marcus Rashford shining for Aston Villa is GOOD for Man Utd

Ruben Amorim says Marcus Rashford's return to form at Aston Villa is good news for Manchester United – but insisted his only focus is on the players he is coaching.

Real Betis' Isco asks for crowdfunding campaign to sign Manchester United star

Real Betis and Antony are fast becoming one of the stories of the season in Spain. The Manchester United winger arrived on loan in the January transfer window, and both Antony and Betis have fallen for each other, with the Brazilian celebrating their derby win over Sevilla with as much passion as anyone.

Kyle Walker delivers brutal 7-word put-down to team-mate Joao Felix

Kyle Walker's honeymoon period at AC Milan is over and the Man City's loanee's frustrations got the better of him during Sunday's 2-1 defeat at Napoli.

Chris Sutton: Real Madrid is a 'very winnable tie' for Arsenal

Although pipping Liverpool to the title is impossible, Arsenal fans can tentatively look forward to progression in the Champions League against Real Madrid, claims former player and pundit Chris Sutton on the latest 'It's All Kicking Off!' podcast.

Fixtures Of The Day

EPL

Arsenal VS Fulham  2025/04/01 18:45 UTC

Nottingham Forest VS Man United  2025/04/01 19:00 UTC

Coupe de France

USL Dunkerque VS PSG  2025/04/01 19:10 UTC

Copa del Rey

Real Madrid VS Real Sociedad  2025/04/01 19:30 UTC