Gianni Infantino: Can Fifa president survive after Uefa threatens World Cup boycott?

No-one can be certain what happens now. And no-one knows what the future for Infantino is. Fifa is yet to respond to Uefa’s statement, which was followed up by another from Concacaf, which governs football in North and Central America and hosted this year’s World Cup, saying their 41 members rejected the proposals. Yet, in … Read more

Not so black and white: how Eddie Howe lost control at Newcastle in one summer | Newcastle United

Last September, David Hopkinson, just installed as Newcastle’s chief executive, perched on a stool at a downstairs corner table in Shearer’s Bar at St James’ Park and between sips of zero alcohol lager, likened Eddie Howe to Bruce Springsteen. According to Hopkinson, Newcastle’s manager was “the Boss” and “the talent”. He conjured up an imaginary … Read more

Maxence Lacroix joins ‘beautiful club’ Chelsea as John Stones seals Inter deal | Chelsea

Maxence Lacroix has joined Chelsea from Crystal Palace to become the club’s fifth signing of the summer. The France international, who won the FA Cup and Conference League with Palace, was the Blues’ main defensive target of the window. Lacroix, 26, signs a six-year deal with Xabi Alonso’s side. “I am really happy to be … Read more

Liverpool: Harvey Elliott ready to seize ‘second chance’ at Anfield

Harvey Elliott says he is ready for a “second chance” at Liverpool and keen to enjoy his football again after a “tough” loan spell at Aston Villa. Elliott joined Villa last summer on a season-long loan, with a clause in the deal stating Unai Emery’s side were obliged to sign him for £35m if he … Read more

Release clause activated as Newcastle United line up first transfer after Eddie Howe resignation: report

Newcastle United are pushing on at full pelt in the transfer window despite the sudden departure of manager Eddie Howe. The Magpies are set to appoint Al-Ahli boss Matthias Jaissle as Howe’s successor but there’s work still to do on the squad with three weeks to go before the start of the Premier League season. … Read more

FA raises minimum ban for racism and other forms of discrimination to 10 matches | The FA

The FA is to increase the minimum punishment for discriminatory behaviour to 10 matches, in an attempt to counteract behaviour it says “continues to be a challenge across the game”. The changes will come into force at the start of the new season and will apply to players and other football participants who are found … Read more

‘Sacrificed His Body,’ ‘Just Heartbreaking’ — NFL World Reacts to Packers Legend Ahman Green’s Parkinson’s Diagnosis

This offseason has been a wild one for the NFL, but one of the sad parts has been the news about former players’ health. News of retired players dealing with major health issues after playing for years has never been an uncommon occurrence due to how violent football can be, but it still does not … Read more

2 found dead along same stretch of Mass. river

Local news The two bodies were found less than a mile apart, but authorities have not said whether there is any connection between the two incidents. The Northwestern District Attorney’s Office said in a statement that authorities were investigating the matter after two bodies were recovered on the same stretch of river in Western Massachusetts. … Read more

Bucs Camp Insider 7-30: Offense Catches Fire Late

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Fulham strike stunning double deal with Real Madrid: report

Fulham head coach Alvaro Arbeloa is set to have two familiar faces among his attacking options thanks to a double transfer deal with Spanish giants Real Madrid, according to reports. Former Real Madrid player and coach Arbeloa worked with a number of the club’s junior teams and is understood to be the driving force behind … Read more