In Focus: EURO 2016 – The ones to watch
With Euro 2016 around the corner, here’s Michael McCann’s handy guide to the key players from each of the competing nations. Group A France: Paul Pogba Pogba is [...]
Euro 2016
Mourinho closing in on first United signing, former Nigeria coach Keshi passes away aged 54, and Game of Thrones has a warning for Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of Iceland v Portugal clash…
1. 22-year-old Villarreal defender Eric Bailly looks set to become José Mourinho’s first signing as Manchester United boss. The Ivory Coast international has had a [...]
Midweek Muse: England – Day One to Euro 2016 in 17 Players
On St Andrew’s Day 1872, England and Scotland played out a 0-0 draw in the first ever international football match in Glasgow. Tom Simmonds was moved to see how quickly he [...]
Calls for Neymar to be tried over transfer allegations, Taggart claims losing Vardy would be ‘catastrophe’ for Leicester, and Cristiano Ronaldo opens a second museum to himself…
1. Spanish authorities have called for Brazil and Barcelona star Neymar to be tried for fraud in connection with his transfer from Santos to the Catalan club. It is alleged [...]
FIFA deny Infantino corruption investigation rumours, World Cup legend Gerry Armstrong claims Northern Ireland can do well at Euro 2016, and famous French fan given cockerel mascot ban…
1. A FIFA spokesperson has issued a statement denying President Gianni Infantino has been the subject of an alleged investigation into corruption. Reports had suggested he [...]
The Offside Rule (We Get It!) previews Euro 2016
We like to have a little bit of fun when the summer comes around at The Offside Rule (We Get It!) so it was a no-brainer when it came to having a sweepstake for the upcoming [...]
Man City land £20m German international Gündoğan, Mourinho pulls out of Old Trafford charity match, and German amateur club try to sign Zlatan…
1. It was widely rumoured to be on the cards yesterday, and today Roberto Di Matteo has been unveiled as the new Aston Villa manager, with former Chelsea team-mate Steve [...]
In Focus: Euro 2016 – Players who moved too fast
The European Championships have always proven to be a hot bed for top clubs around the continent to scour talent and snap up the best performing stars of each given [...]
Leeds United sack coach Steve Evans, Manchester United target rules out Malmö FF return, and the most ridiculous own goal competition continues in Austria
1. Leeds United have sacked Head Coach Steve Evans after just seven months in the Elland Road hotseat. Owner Massimo Cellino has now sacked six bosses since taking over in [...]
Mexican international footballer freed by kidnappers, Loftus-Cheek wins Toulon tournament for England Under-21s, and Wayne Rooney looks uncomfortable in a suit.
1. Gary Speed’s father says his son’s memory will be in the hearts and minds of the Welsh squad during their Euro 2016 campaign. Former Wales international player and [...]
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