Historically, English football-supporting culture has had a well-known darker side. But in recent decades, as the England men’s team’s trophy drought has continued, some of its unofficial anthems have acquired an endearingly melancholy quality. “It was nearly complete, it was nearly so sweet”, as the Three Lions song had it in the 1990s, when England exited … Read more
When Glasner took over at Selhurst Park in February 2024, Palace were 15th, having lost 10 of their previous 17 games under Roy Hodgson. Come the end of the season they finished 10th, winning six of their last seven games – beating Liverpool, Manchester United and Aston Villa. He utilised a back three, something he … Read more
Arsenal allowed a trusty servant to depart earlier this week, with Leandro Trossard joining Turkish side Besiktas for £15.3m. The 31-year-old proved a shrewd buy for the Gunners and more than played his part in both the Premier League title success of 2025/26 and the run to the Champions League final. But Arsenal clearly want … Read more
The World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina on Wednesday proved to be an all-timer that featured tons of tough physical play. And it also produced what surely will be one of the most iconic images in the tournament’s history. With England up a goal against Argentina thanks to Anthony Gordon’s 55th-minute goal, Lionel Messi … Read more
Manchester United have made midfield their priority in the summer transfer window so far as they prepare for a first full season under Michael Carrick and a return to the Champions League. The Red Devils have already signed Andrey Santos from Chelsea and Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa for a combined fee of around £83m. … Read more
Thomas Tuchel is expected to stay on as England manager despite heavy criticism after the Three Lions World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina on Wednesday. Anthony Gordon’s goal early in the second half put England on course for a first final since 1966, but defensive substitutions and a low block allowed Argentina to dominate the … Read more
Dominik Szoboszlai is poised to give Liverpool and their head coach, Andoni Iraola, a significant boost by signing a new long-term contract. The Liverpool midfielder, the team’s best performer during a difficult final season under Arne Slot, has two years on his deal and mentioned several times last season that there had been no real … Read more
Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson would not be drawn on speculation linking the Championship club with defender Matias Moreno. Reports have suggested the north Wales club have reached agreement with Italy’s Fiorentina for the 22-year-old Argentine. However, Parkinson was not prepared to comment on the links. “I think if we end up signing every player we’re … Read more
Jude Bellingham was visibly dejected at full-time after England’s 2-1 loss to Argentina in the World Cup semi-final. The Real Madrid midfielder’s heroics had helped the Three Lions to the brink of a first final since 1966, but Lionel Messi and co. had other ideas. Bellingham was unable to impact the game as he had … Read more
Did no one at The FA think to flag how much Thomas Tuchel’s head resembles a certain vegetable? A bad omen if ever there was. However, with the inquest in full swing, I feel it’s important not to rest the blame solely at the feet of the German while others choose to set pitchforks alight. … Read more