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Top Headlines

2.53 m, McTominay sets a record for the height of the toe tip in a bicycle kick

The bicycle kick goal scored by Scott McTominay in Scotland's World Cup qualifier against Denmark set a new world record.

OFFICIAL: Next EPL season kicks off on August 22, 2026, and ends on May 30, 2027

Latest ever! OFFICIAL: Next Premier League season kicks off on August 22, 2026, and ends on May 30, 2027

Match Report

Morocco U17 1-2 Brazil U17: Brazil's teen star Dell scores late winner

Brazil defeated Morocco 2-1 in the FIFA U-17 World Cup quarterfinals in Doha, Qatar.

Italy U17 1-0 Burkina Faso U17: Italy set up historic Semi-Final against Austria

Italy have reached the Under-17 World Cup semi-final for the first time in 38 years and will face Austria after eliminating Burkina Faso 1-0.

Portugal U17 2-0 Switzerland U17: Portugal advance to the semi-finals

Portugal continues its remarkable journey at the U17 World Cup.

Austria U17 1-0 Japan U17: Austria advances in the Under-17 World Cup

The Austria U-17 team secured its spot in the semi-finals of the U-17 World Cup by defeating Japan U-17 2-0 this Friday at the Aspire Zone. 

These Things Happen

Palmer suffers 'freak accident' at home, ruling him out of Barca & Arsenal games

Cole Palmer suffered a freak accident at home which has left him with a fractured toe - ruling him out of Chelsea's upcoming key games.

Rashford misses another Barcelona training session as dream put on hold

Marcus Rashford is a major doubt ahead of Barcelona’s Camp Nou return against Athletic Bilbao with the on-loan Manchester United star having missed the Spanish giants’ last two training sessions

Semenyo tells Man Utd he can play No.9; release clause limited to early window

AFC Bournemouth's top goal-scorer Antoine Semenyo is a man in demand ahead of the January transfer window and Manchester United have been linked to him.

David Ornstein: Manchester United has little to do with Semenyo

According to the famous journalist David Ornstein from The Athletics, Manchester United has little to do with Semenyo

Donnarumma discusses summer exit from PSG and how Haaland helped him join EPL

Gianluigi Donnarumma says he felt "let down" by PSG after his summer exit and arrival at Manchester City.

EPL clubs vote to introduce SCR & Sustainability & Systematic Resilience

Premier League clubs vote to introduce Squad Cost Ratio and Sustainability and Systematic Resilience, a new set of financial rules which will come into effect from 2026/27 season

Mikel Arteta issues major Gabriel injury update amid fears the Arsenal star could be out for TWO MONTHS

Mikel Arteta has confirmed that key defender Gabriel has been ruled out 'for weeks' in a crucial injury blow for Arsenal ahead of Sunday's north London derby against Tottenham.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta confirms Gabriel out for 'weeks'

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has confirmed centre-back Gabriel will be sidelined for "weeks" after picking up an injury playing for Brazil.

Matthijs de Ligt: How defender became Manchester United's stalwart and Ruben Amorim's most trusted

Matthijs de Ligt has emerged as Ruben Amorim's most important Manchester United player this season.

Mane reveals new details about Salah bust-up: Actually brought them closer

Sadio Mane has spoken candidly about his strained relationship with Mohamed Salah during their time together at Liverpool, including their infamous bust-up against Burnley in 2019.

The Numbers Game: Injury-hit Arsenal defend strong North London derby record

Arsenal remain in control of the Premier League title race as we emerge from the final international break of 2025, with a huge North London derby matchup awaiting them.

Spalletti tells Juventus chiefs: Yildiz is the one who breaks the rules

Many Juve identities say management shouldn't rush to upgrade the midfielder's contract, given his current deal runs to 2029.

Barcelona coach quizzed on possible Lionel Messi return

Last season FC Barcelona clinched the LaLiga title and made it to the semifinals of the Champions League with a thrilling style of play under head coach Hansi Flick.

Mane reveals Man Utd snub before Liverpool move

Sadio Mane has revealed he snubbed a transfer to Manchester United when he was leaving Southampton.

What They Say

Slot: If all goes well Alisson will return; Wirtz miss & Bradley out for 3 weeks

Liverpool will host Nottingham Forest in the 12th round of the Premier League. Before the game, Slot revealed the team's injury information at a press conference.

Suarez says Inter Miami are everyone's cup final ahead of Cincinnati clash

Luis Suarez says playing against Inter Miami gives every MLS team "a chance to be in the spotlight", as the striker prepares to return from suspension for the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Slot: We miss Jota as a player & person but it is not an excuse for poor results

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot says his side miss Diogo Jota as a player and person, but they will never use his death as an excuse for poor results.

Fixtures of the day

Premier League

Burnley VS Chelsea 2025/11/22 12:30 UTC

Liverpool VS Nottingham Forest 2025/11/22 15:00 UTC

Newcastle United VS Manchester City 2025/11/22 17:30 UTC

Bundesliga

Bayern Munich VS Freiburg 2025/11/22 14:30 UTC

Borussia Dortmund VS Stuttgart 2025/11/22 14:30 UTC

La Liga

Barcelona VS Athletic Club 2025/11/22 15:15 UTC

Serie A 

Fiorentina VS Juventus 2025/11/22 17:00 UTC

Napoli VS Atalanta 2025/11/22 19:45 UTC

Ligue 1

Paris Saint-Germain VS Le Havre 2025/11/22 20:05 UTC