Injury-hit Newcastle show their mettle to hold the Hull onslaught at bay as brave performance helps banish ghosts of Leeds drubbing, writes CRAIG HOPE
CRAIG HOPE AT ST JAMES' PARK: It was starting to feel very England versus Argentina for Newcastle and their German manager, but this time the team...
Weekend Football Quiz: Messi’s Argentina farewell, Karry Kane’s 100 Bundesliga goals &. more…
Some tough questions this week.
The post Weekend Football Quiz: Messi’s Argentina farewell, Karry Kane’s 100 Bundesliga goals &. more… appeared...
Aston Villa make approach for 21-year-old South American ahead of January
Aston Villa have made an approach for Santiago Beltrán ahead of the next transfer window, after months of keeping an eye on the River Plate...
Mourinho returns to Madrid: Simeone stands in his way once again
The clash between Argentina's Diego Simeone and Portugal's Jose Mourinho is renewed when Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid meet in a fresh derby at...
Fresh twist in Julian Alvarez transfer saga! Atletico star 'set to change agent' with Arsenal and Barcelona still keen
Julian Alvarez may switch agents to Javier Pastore's firm as Arsenal and Barcelona maintain interest in the Atletico Madrid and Argentina striker.
'I'm not sure I have the time to coach them to keep the ball': Thomas Tuchel makes astonishing claim about England's DNA after coming under fire for tactics during defeat to Argentina
IAN LADYMAN: Thomas Tuchel admits it may be too difficult for his England team to play the cultured style of possession football favoured by other...
‘Embrace the chaos': Tuchel aims to harness England's football culture
Head coach says he must accept lack of control in games‘Deep down, English players … they go for it'Thomas Tuchel has admitted there are times when...
Tuchel should listen to ‘the 0.1%' to learn from England's World Cup mistakes | Jacob Steinberg
Head coach is keen to focus on positives but Nations League squad hints at desire for greater tactical optionsThomas Tuchel should be listening to...
Thomas Tuchel's biggest England snub decided with star 'so unlucky' to miss out
England return to action next weekend for the first time since their heartbreaking World Cup exit at the hands of Argentina, and Thomas Tuchel has...
Thomas Tuchel backs FA's Gianni Infantino stance and sends message to England star
Thomas Tuchel was speaking after selecting his first England squad since the Three Lions' suffered more World Cup heartbreak following defeat to...
Tuchel: 99.9 per cent of fans I meet don't ask me about Argentina subs
Thomas Tuchel says "99.9 per cent" of England fans do not talk about substitutions or tactical decisions when reflecting on their World Cup...
Tuchel: England 'can't torture' themselves over Argentina loss
England boss Thomas Tuchel wants to move on from their 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina.
BREAKING Trent Alexander-Arnold called up as England squad with three more surprises announced
England will return to action later this month in their first fixtures since suffering a heartbreaking World Cup semi-final exit to Argentina and...
Thomas Tuchel drops Arsenal and Chelsea stars in first England squad since World Cup heartbreak
Thomas Tuchel has named his first England squad since the 2026 World Cup (Photo: Getty)
Thomas Tuchel has named his first England squad since the...
Harry Maguire and Kobbie Mainoo learn fate as Man United and Man City stars make England squad
Thomas Tuchel has announced England's squad for the September and October Nations League fixtures after their gut‑wrenching World Cup semi‑final...
Maradona's doctor drops a bombshell about the final days of the Argentina legend
José Antonio Maya, the clinical physician and expert who testified in favour of Leopoldo Luque, the main defendant in the case of the death of...
World class forward ready to change agents following Arsenal & Barcelona summer transfer saga
Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez is reportedly seriously considering changing agents after a chaotic summer transfer window saga surrounding...
The father of Liverpool's star reveals the truth about the renewal crisis and Real Madrid's move
Argentina's Alexis Mac Allister, the Liverpool star, has been linked with a move to Real Madrid in the summer transfer window of 2026, with his...
Thomas Tuchel MUST start offering solutions after England's World Cup agony: The stubborn German needs to meet his critics halfway for a truce to be called in build-up to Euros, writes CRAIG HOPE
The inquest into the semi-final defeat by Argentina a few days earlier had been unforgiving.
Thomas Tuchel's shot at redemption begins with England's tricky Nations League tests
It is hard to know whether haters will ever accept manager's failed tactical shift against Argentina but positive start to preparation for Euros...
Lionel Messi sets another MLS record by reaching 100 goals with Inter Miami
With his performance for Inter Miami against Cruz Azul, Lionel Messi reached another monumental milestone, after hitting 100 career MLS goals....
Poland U20 vs Colombia U20: How to watch, Live Stream, TV Channel and Time for FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup game on September 17, 2026
Poland U20 face Colombia U20 at Stadion Miejski in Bielsko-Biała in the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Round of 16. With a quarterfinal spot at stake,...
Aston Villa and Manchester City send officials for 21-year-old Argentina international
Aston Villa and Manchester City are both keeping an eye on River Plate goalkeeper Santiago Beltrán, and the Argentine club are now trying to...
A moment paid for dearly: Tuchel reveals the behind-the-scenes of England's collapse against Argentina
In a documentary about England's journey at the 2026 World Cup, German coach Thomas Tuchel, manager of the England national team, defended his...
Thomas Tuchel can kickstart new England era with SIX call-ups after World Cup autopsy
After their World Cup semi-final heartbreak against Argentina, England are gearing up for a return to international action with four fixtures in...
Ipswich Town Players Selected for International Duty
Maeda, Al‑Hamadi, Palacios and Núñez are all named in international squads, with Town represented across Japan, Iraq, Argentina and Chile.
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Inter Miami coach: Messi must win the Ballon d'Or, he is unmatched
Christian "Kiki" González, the new Inter Miami coach, said Argentina's Lionel Messi promised to help him win the championship trophy in his first...
"No one else does that": Beckham reveals his Ballon d'Or pick
David Beckham, co-owner of Inter Miami and former England captain, believes that Argentina's Lionel Messi deserves to be crowned with the 2026...
Watch: Messi wins 49th career trophy with 100th goal for Inter Miami
Lionel Messi scored his 100th goal for Inter Miami as they beat Cruz Azul 2-0 to win the Campeones Cup. The milestone came in his 115th appearance...
England make bold Dan Burn statement as Thomas Tuchel turns air blue with 'kill me' remark
Dan Burn's importance at the World Cup there for all to see but Thomas Tuchel endured severe criticism after the Argentina loss
'This is death' - Thomas Tuchel admits he was 'tortured' by England's World Cup collapse against Argentina and takes blame for tactical failure
England manager Thomas Tuchel admits he made a tactical mistake by going defensive too early in the World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina.
Arsenal Receive Julian Alvarez Transfer Boost As Manchester United Enter Gabriel Battle
Arsenal’s hopes of signing Julian Alvarez have been given a significant lift, according to the latest transfer reports circulating across European...
Tuchel: England were 'waiting for death' against Argentina
Thomas Tuchel said that England were "waiting for death" in their World Cup semi-final defeat against Argentina as the Three Lions boss mounted...
‘My scar, not your scar': Tuchel stands by England semi-final subs but admits wrong timing
Coach says Argentina's gung-ho approach forced hand‘No one is more hurt than me, no one wanted it more'Thomas Tuchel stands by his heavily...
Thomas Tuchel reveals how Argentina's 'f*** it football' exposed England and left them 'waiting for death' - as he defends his substitutions in heartbreaking World Cup semi-final defeat
Thomas Tuchel has opened up on England's World Cup semi-final capitulation to Argentina and admitted he 'has to live with the scar' of the result.
Thomas Tuchel can't watch Argentina collapse back - but now accepts blame for agonising exit
England manager Thomas Tuchel initially blamed 'England's footballing DNA' for their heartbreaking World Cup defeat to Argentina - but now admits...
'It's my scar, not yours' - Tuchel defends World Cup semi-final subs
Thomas Tuchel has passionately defended his controversial defensive substitutions during England's World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina.
Report: Liverpool reopen Alexis Mac Allister contract talks after impressive resurgence
Liverpool have reportedly restarted contract talks with Alexis Mac Allister, according to transfer source Indy Kaila. As per the transfer insider...
R16: Argentina 0-1 Korea Republic
Sosnowiec: Beom Ye-ju was the hero as Korea Republic upset the odds to defeat Argentina 1-0 on Wednesday to book their place in the quarter-finals...
"The first is personal": Messi identifies the second thing he will do after owning the Deinze club
A press report on Wednesday revealed that Argentina's Lionel Messi, the Inter Miami star, has taken a decision regarding his new project in Spain.
Seven Serie A players included in latest Argentina squad including Roma trio
Seven Serie A players have been included in Lionel Scaloni’s latest Argentina national team squad,...
Palacios in Argentina Squad
Blues midfielder Exequiel Palacios has been named in the Argentina squad for their friendlies during the international break.
Thomas Tuchel makes bizarre admission about eating World Cup grass
Thomas Tuchel looks back on Mexico City celebrations with some regret (Picture: PA Wire)
England manager Thomas Tuchel has a strange regret about...
Thomas Tuchel names one World Cup 'regret' as England boss reflects on 'painful' failure
England crashed out of this summer’s World Cup at the semi-final stage against Argentina and boss Thomas Tuchel but it was still a memorable...
Messi to get Argentina farewell match against Benin
After confirming his international retirement, Lionel Messi will get a proper send-off on home soil against Benin.
The post Messi to get Argentina...
Lionel Messi to play ‘last dance’ game with Argentina
Lionel Messi has been known to change his mind from time to time, and he is at it once again. Despite announcing his retirement from international...
Manchester City monitor £18m Argentine goalkeeper
Manchester City transfer news: City have joined several European clubs in monitoring a 21-year-old River Plate goalkeeper, Santiago Beltrán,...
Lionel Messi called up by Argentina to make farewell appearance in friendly
Argentina will host Benin in October in Buenos AiresAFA president invites Messi to enjoy ‘deserved farewell'Lionel Messi has been called up by...
Retired Messi named to Argentina squad for Oct. 6 farewell game
Despite announcing his international retirement, Lionel Messi was included Tuesday in Argentina's squad for a farewell friendly against Benin on...
Officially: Argentina call up Messi for a farewell night
The Argentine Football Association has announced the call-up of legend Lionel Messi for the friendly match against Benin, scheduled for the sixth...
The last tango! Lionel Messi makes sensational return to Argentina squad for emotional farewell match
Lionel Messi has been named in Argentina's squad for upcoming friendlies and will make his final international appearance against Benin on October 6.
Alvarez absent alongside Barrios and Sørloth as Atlético confirm squad for Osasuna
Julián Alvarez headlines the three Atlético de Madrid players who will miss out on Wednesday's home match against Osasuna in LaLiga. Alvarez will...
Argentina to honour Lionel Messi with farewell appearance in October
Lionel Messi has been called up by Argentina for a farewell appearance in a home friendly in October following his international...
Despite retiring from international football: Messi in a 'last dance' to bid farewell to Argentina
Despite announcing the end of his international career with the Argentina national team, it appears that Lionel Messi may get one last chance to...
Despite international retirement: Messi in a 'last dance' to bid farewell to Argentina
Despite the announcement of the end of his international career with the Argentina national team, it appears Lionel Messi may get one final chance...
Despite retiring from international duty: Messi in one 'last dance' to bid farewell to Argentina
Despite the announcement of the end of his international career with the Argentina national team, it appears that Lionel Messi may get one last...
Aston Villa make 'surprise' Alejandro Garnacho transfer plan after Unai Emery reveal
Aston Villa are planning to make Alejandro Garnacho's move from Chelsea permanent despite a slow start to life at Villa Park.The 22-year-old joined...
Eddie Howe to Man United odds slashed after latest developments
Eddie Howe's odds to the next Man United manager have been shortened as pressure heaps on Michael Carrick at Old Trafford.United's slow start to...
'Diego Maradona isn't dead' as football god 'spotted partying at gig'
Diego Maradona was surprisingly spotted alive and well at a concert in Argentina but it turned out all was not as it seemed with the raving...
Everton 'unsure' over Argentina veteran Icardi to solve striker issue
Everton have reportedly been offered the chance to sign Mauro Icardi as a free agent.
Ezequiel Lavezzi opens up on depression battle and how Lionel Messi supported his recovery after psychiatric clinic admission
Former Argentina forward Ezequiel Lavezzi has revealed his battle with depression and praised Lionel Messi for supporting his recovery.
Arsenal monitoring attacker compared to Messi but Real Madrid stand in their way
Arsenal are reportedly keeping a close watch on Como star Nico Paz as Mikel Arteta continues to identify attacking midfielders capable of...
Álvarez sounds the alarm in Madrid
Atlético Madrid have been dealt a fresh blow ahead of their clash with Real Sociedad at the Anoeta Stadium, after Argentina's Julián Álvarez left...
Argentina's reason for refusing to face Morocco revealed
Efforts by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation to schedule a friendly match bringing together Morocco and Argentina at the Prince Moulay...
Here is what Enzo Fernández did to push Chelsea to sell him to Manchester City for £125m
Manchester City transfer news took another turn after claims that the 25-year-old midfielder Enzo Fernández pushed to leave Chelsea before joining...
Mbappé: I am different from Messi, and this is what I expect from Mourinho
Kylian Mbappé, the French Real Madrid forward, commented on comparing himself to Lionel Messi, the Barcelona and Argentina national team legend.
Video: after three quiet matches, Mastantuono finally erupts in a Fiorentina shirt
Argentina's Franco Mastantuono scored his first goal in a Fiorentina shirt during the clash with Venezia today, Friday, as part of the fourth round...
Chaos in Argentina! Legal battles, unpaid bonuses and Scaloni exit rumors spark total fallout ahead of friendlies
Argentina face turmoil with Lionel Scaloni exit rumors, unpaid bonuses, and AFA legal battles impacting Lionel Messi.
Chelsea target Lamine Camara speaks out about failed deadline day transfer
Chelsea target Lamine Camara (Picture: AFP)
Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara has lifted the lid for the first time on his failed move to Chelsea on...
Disputes between Messi and the Argentine Football Association: expected absence of stars from the national team
Argentina's football association is going through a period of instability, some two months after losing the World Cup final to Spain (1-0), amid...
Enzo Fernandez’s Estranged Relationship With Chelsea Players Explained: Reports
Enzo Fernandez's relationship with his Chelsea teammates had deteriorated significantly in the weeks before his £125m British record-equalling move...
Argentina tensions could allow Inter to rest Lautaro during international break
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, tensions within the Argentine federation could lead Lionel Scaloni...
Crystal Palace man wanted regardless of potential exit – Starting role isn’t guaranteed
Crystal Palace goalkeeper Walter Benítez remains firmly on River Plate’s radar, although the plan for him now looks a little different. Reports...
Lionel Messi acquires Spanish second-division club CD Eldense
Just days after his retirement from international soccer, Argentina and FC Barcelona legend Lionel Messi has announced his next steps. The veteran...
Leeds United's Harry Wilson praised for Valentin Barco incident after England vs Argentina chaos
Harry Wilson and Valentin Barco clashed during Leeds United's Carabao Cup defeat to Chelsea
Leeds United star praised for hurting Valentin Barco after bitter England vs Argentina row
Chelsea star Valentin Barco was involved in another controversial incident during the Blues' Carabao Cup win over Leeds United
'Argentina stars who can't speak English are pathetic – learn the lingo or get out'
BRENT A GOB: This week, Harry Brent's going after Enzo Fernandez and the other Argentinian Premier League stars who refuse to speak English, and...
Argentina’s new captain decided following Lionel Messi’s World cup retirement
A few weeks ago, following a successful 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international soccer. Messi’s...
‘We made a formal and correct offer' – Deco opens up on Barcelona's Julian Alvarez chase
Barcelona sporting director Deco has given a new interview and spoken about the offer the club made to Atletico Madrid for Julian Alvarez. The...
Mauricio Pochettino risks Argentina wrath after making 'controversial' England admission
Mauricio Pochettino's latest media appearance has been causing quite the stir, but it now appears he has risked irking his fellow countrymen
Crystal Palace player wanted in Argentina – First choice in January
Crystal Palace goalkeeper Walter Benítez is once again being linked with a return to Argentina. It happens fairly regularly, but this time River...
28-year-old in line to receive new Man United contract if he proves himself this season
Manchester United are reportedly prepared to reward Lisandro Martinez with a new long-term contract, but only if the Argentina international proves...
Mac Allister makes his point as Liverpool fight back to defeat Atlético
It was the time and place for Alexis Mac Allister to do his talking on the pitch and the disgruntled Liverpool midfielder did not disappoint. “Very...
Steven Gerrard questions Alexis Mac Allister's 'unhelpful' admission after midfielder revealed he nearly left Liverpool this summer - and says Reds NEED Argentina star
Speaking ahead of the Reds' Champions League opener against Atletico Madrid, Mac Allister said he was 'very sad' that the club have not offered him...
Brazil to host Futsal Finalissima 2026
Spain, Portugal, Brazil and Argentina will meet in Rio de Janeiro state on 6 and 8 November for the second edition of the UEFA-CONMEBOL Futsal...
Messi throws Argentina's plans into disarray: will Scaloni leave once Leo's era ends?
Messi throws Argentina's plans into disarray: will Scaloni leave after the end of the Leo era?