Del Bosque points to 20 year 'hegemony' to defend Spanish failures in Europe this season

Despite La Liga sides falling short in Europe this season, the former Spain boss has defended the success of clubs from his home nation Vicente del Bosque defended the standard of Spanish football after La Liga clubs missed out on European success. Both European finals will be played between English clubs, with Liverpool and Tottenham…

'Great offer' could prise Barcelona target Rodrigo from Valencia's clutches

Los Che coach Marcelino has no intention of parting with the highly-rated frontman, but concedes a transfer decision may be taken out of his hands Valencia have no intention of parting with highly-rated forward Rodrigo, but head coach Marcelino has admitted to Goal that a “great offer” for a man being linked with Barcelona could…

Werner: FSG have no intention of selling Liverpool

Fenway Sports Group are completely committed to Champions League finalists Liverpool, says club chairman Tom Werner. Liverpool chairman Tom Werner has insisted the club’s owners, Fenway Sports Group (FSG), are not seeking to sell the Champions League finalists. The Reds will compete for what would be the first piece of silverware of the Jurgen Klopp era when…

Messi: My son cheers for Real Madrid to annoy his brother!

The Barcelona star says his three-year-old enjoys winding up several of his family members Lionel Messi has confessed that his son Mateo cheers for Real Madrid to annoy his brother Tiago. Mateo, who will turn four in September, chooses to take a contrarian position when it comes to his football allegiance, much to the annoyance…

Eleven months on from Russia, England fall flat in another semi-final

The Three Lions had their shot at reaching the first ever Nations League final, but were once again punished by costly errors Eleven months on from Moscow, England lose another semi-final, in extra-time, after going 1-0 up.  This time the opposition was the Netherlands and not Croatia and the competition the UEFA Nations League instead…

Volta: The return of FIFA Street & why EA is bringing back iconic game mode for FIFA 20

After years of fans demanding for a return to the streets, this year’s annual release is ready to embrace the pavement again as ‘Volta’ Despite the introduction of the Champions League in FIFA 19, the entry fell flat for some fans and EA Sports is determined to ensure FIFA 20 starts off on the right foot….

'Modric said find another number!' – Hazard won't fight for No. 10 shirt at Real Madrid

The Chelsea star’s old shirt number is currently occupied at his new club, but he isn’t too concerned Eden Hazard says he is not worried about shirt number or penalty kick responsibilities at Real Madrid, but rather fitting in with his new team-mates now that he’s finally with the club. The Belgian completed a €100 million (£88m/$112m)…

‘Liverpool don’t need Coutinho back as he hasn’t been missed’ – Klopp urged against Barcelona raid

The former Reds frontman sees no reason why those at Anfield would want to spend big bringing the Brazilian playmaker back onto their books Liverpool have no need to consider bringing Philippe Coutinho back to the club as he “hasn’t been missed” since leaving for Barcelona, says Neil Mellor. The Reds saw the Brazil international depart…