Krasnodar turns down Jadon Sancho despite winger’s interest in move
Krasnodar has turned down the opportunity to sign Jadon Sancho despite the winger being willing to move to Russia, according to Andrey Pankov of...
Gary Lineker blacklisted FIFA after their 'uncomfortable' Vladimir Putin request
Gary Lineker no longer works with world football's governing body after he was forced to escape a meeting with the President of Russia
Gary Lineker turned down meeting with Putin after FIFA put him in 'uncomfortable position'
Former Match of the Day host Gary Lineker has revealed how being asked to meet with Russian President Vladmir Putin in Russia saw him refuse to...
Former Manchester United star rejects Arab millions: Russian clubs in the picture
Russian Premier League clubs are in contact with France's Anthony Martial to sign the former Manchester United striker during the current period.
Sardar Azmoun handed international lifeline as Iran recall star striker for upcoming friendlies
Sardar Azmoun has been recalled to the Iran squad by Amir Ghalenoei for friendlies against Uzbekistan and Russia after his World Cup omission.
Ex-Man Utd star in talks over Russia move after rejecting crazy offer from Libya
Manchester United paid £36 million for a player who is now fielding wild contract offers from Libya and Russia as a free agent after being offered...
Forgotten ex-Man United star set for Russia move after turning down £13m contract offer
Manchester United's former number nine is reportedly in contract with multiple Russian clubs before deciding his new career move during this...
Do England need to qualify for Euro 2028 despite being co-hosts?
England will have home advantage for Euro 2028 – if they qualify (Picture: Getty)
England return to action for the first time since the World Cup...
Russia handed partial international football return as FIFA includes youth team in Under-15 World Cup draw
FIFA has included Russia in the draw for the inaugural Under-15 World Cup festival, marking a partial return to international competition.
FIFA facing new World Cup boycott as Russia to compete for first time since invasion
Russia has been handed the opportunity to compete in FIFA’s new Under-15 World Cup as Ukraine has urged other nations to boycott the tournament -...
Defender Alexander Djiku returns to Black Stars after World Cup injury
Alexander Djiku has returned to the Black Stars squad after missing Ghana’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign through injury.The Spartak...
Alexander Djiku impresses for Spartak ahead of expected Ghana recall
Alexander Djiku continued his strong run of form for Spartak Moscow with another solid performance in their 1-0 victory over Fakel Voronezh in the...
Cameroonian clubs seek Samuel Eto'o investigation over graft allegations
The Association of Amateur Football Clubs of Cameroon (ACFAC) has called for an investigation into Cameroon Football Federation (Fecafoot)...
Ghana striker Joel Fameyeh leaves Puskas AFC after 19-month spell
Ghana centre-forward Joel Fameyeh has left Puskas AFC and is now without a club, ending his time with the Hungarian side on 15 September 2026.The...
Alexander Djiku agrees new Spartak Moscow contract until 2029
Ghana defender Alexander Djiku has reportedly agreed to extend his contract with Russian Premier League side Spartak Moscow until June...
Money laundering suspicions and protection by Gianni Infantino? Misappropriation allegations rock Cameroon legend Samuel Eto'o
Samuel Eto'o is said to have redirected around €568,000 of federation funds from Russia into his private account. That is reported by The Times.
Haiti international Casimir joins Dynamo Moscow on loan
Haiti international Josue Casimir has left AJ Auxerre to join Russian Premier League side Dynamo Moscow on a season-long loan.
‘World's most profitable football business': Abramovich's frozen Chelsea cash earns £175m
Proceeds are in a UK account amid a dispute about how the money should be used and a separate criminal investigationFunds from Roman Abramovich's...
Money laundering suspicion and protection by Gianni Infantino? Embezzlement allegations rock Cameroon legend Samuel Eto'o
Samuel Eto'o is said to have diverted around €568,000 of federation funds from Russia into his private account. That is according to The Times.
Samuel Etoâo responds after Russia payment allegations, says attacks against him are calculated
Samuel Eto’o has responded to the growing scrutiny surrounding allegations over a €567,570 payment linked to...
Samuel Etoâo faces questions over alleged â¬567,570 Russia payment
Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT) president Samuel Eto’o is facing renewed questions over the handling of money paid by Russia...
Russia has actual plans to start WW3 with UK – and Andy Burnham's favourite city is top target
The land of football, music and Andy Burnham's bus services is actually a direct World War 3 target for Russia, and real Kremlin plans make for...
VIDEO: The world's most dangerous throw-in? Nader Mohammadi produces ANOTHER stunning flip-assist in Russian Cup clash
Iranian defender Nader Mohammadi registered another acrobatic throw-in assist during Spartak Kostroma's Russian Cup victory.
Nigeria confirm October friendly clash with Russia
Nigeria will face Russia in an international friendly at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium on October 6, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has...
Richarlison has huge choice to make as Brazil and Russia remain only viable options
After being pushed out of Tottenham, Richarlison is still weighing up his options as the season continues without him.
Stefan Borson impressed by Chelsea's 'surprising' new £50m deal
Chelsea's new shirt sponsorship with Circle is an excellent deal at such a late stage of the summer.That is according to former Manchester City...
Chelsea 'delight' Premier League and the Government with newly-agreed deal
Chelsea could potentially operate at a “marginal” loss when they open Stamford Bridge to host Shakhtar Donetsk's Champions League home...
US Open title contender and former semi-finalist crashes out in second-round shock
The third seed lost in four sets to big-serving Russian Karen Khachanov
Aleksandr Golovin set for shock AS Monaco exit as Russian giants move for playmaker
AS Monaco midfielder Aleksandr Golovin is in talks with Zenit Saint Petersburg and Spartak Moscow over a potential transfer before the Russian...
Russian roulette! Dynamo dump Brazilian duo after bizarre medical test drama
Matheus Martins and Gonzalo Plata see their transfers to Dynamo Moscow collapse following medical tests, prompting legal threats from Botafogo and...
Anderlecht bring in former Porto and Olympiacos defender following departure from Spartak Moscow
Anderlecht have announced the signing of Oleg Reabciuk on a free transfer. The Moldovan international was available after leaving Russian side...
139 days out ended with a bang: Alcaraz makes a triumphant return
Spain's Carlos Alcaraz has returned to tennis in style, after securing a convincing victory over Russia's Roman Safiullin in three sets without...
Peter Odemwingie seeks legal action vs Sky Sports over West Brom-QPR deadline controversy in 2013
Ex-West Bromwich Albion star Peter Odemwingie wants to see the media stop replaying his infamous 2013 deadline day saga.Indeed, it remains one of...
Who is Denis Adamov? The Celtic-linked Russian who pushed a Champions League winner
The latest goalkeeper linked with Celtic is Denis Adamov. As we’ve come to expect from Celtic links, Adamov isn’t exactly a well-known name in...
Celtic ‘Interested’ in International Goalkeeper – Report
Celtic have been linked with a surprise move for Zenit St Petersburg goalkeeper Denis Adamov, with reports in Russia claiming the 28-year-old is...
Denis Adamov emerges as Celtic goalkeeper target with Russian side open to sale
Celtic are reportedly considering a move for Zenit St Petersburg goalkeeper Denis Adamov. With Martin O’Neill a goalkeeper short in his current...
'Absolutely horrendous' - Nottingham Forest fans rage at Liam Delap update
Nottingham Forest fans are furious after it was revealed that they have agreed a £45million deal to sign Liam Delap this summer.Reports emerged on...
EFL And Scottish Football Leagues Unite To Combat Illegal Match Broadcasts In Russia
The English Football League and Scottish football’s governing bodies have joined forces to tackle the growing problem of illegal broadcasting of...
KV Kortrijkâs â¬800K offer for Alex Opoku Sarfo rejected as Ghanaian pushes for Belgium move
Belgian side KV Kortrijk have seen a second offer for Ghanaian midfielder Alex Opoku Sarfo rejected by Aris Limassol.Kortrijk initially offered...
KV Kortrijk show interest in Aris Limassol midfielder Alex Opoku Sarfo
Ghanaian midfielder Alex Opoku Sarfo of Aris Limassol has been linked with a move to Belgian side KV Kortrijk.Sarfo, 21, plays as a defensive...
Ksenia Samotiy: Russia's attack on a football stadium raises questions over the IOC’s decision to lift its sporting ban
Competing in the Olympics is a privilege, not a right, and Moscow’s endless brutality means its athletes should not be welcome
'Van Dijk has committed far more serious offences' - Ex-refs chief reacts to controversial Liverpool footage
Virgil van Dijk was on the wrong end of a "soft" penalty decision during Liverpool's pre-season defeat to Monaco at Anfield.That is according to...
Safonov opens up about the tough restart at PSG
Matvey Safonov, the 27-year-old Paris Saint-Germain and Russia goalkeeper, discussed on Telegram his return to...
Leeds United welcomes 'hero' Ukrainian boys football team to city
Since the Russian invasion began, Leeds has been twinned with Kharkiv, a city in north-eastern Ukraine just 20 miles from the Russian border.
Lee secures Belgium move; Urozov heads to Russia
Kuala Lumpur: Lee Han-beom will play his club football in Belgium after the Korea Republic international sealed a move to Club Brugge on Monday.
World Cup winner sells his World Cup replica: and hits back at criticism with sarcasm!
Benjamin Mendy, a 2018 World Cup winner with the France national team, has sparked a wide wave of controversy after deciding to sell the official...
Fonbet breaks its silence on Pirlo affair as fallout claims federation leadership
Andrea Pirlo was days away from being named Italy's head coach. Then
a sponsorship deal with a Russian bookmaker ended his candidacy.
The post...
Now is the moment to remove Infantino from everything to do with football
What do enormous corporations do when they are challenged? Exactly what Fifa does We all make mistakes, but some mistakes are just too big to...
The 2018 World Cup sold at public auction: Mendy gives up glory for 54,000 euros
In an incident that stirred considerable controversy in football circles, former France international Benjamin Mendy sold his official replica of...
2018 World Cup title sold at public auction: Mendy gives up glory for 54,000 euros
In an incident that sparked much controversy in football circles, former France international Benjamin Mendy sold his official version of the 2018...
Italy end chaos over their next manager as they turn to the man who broke England's hearts: Roberto Mancini returns after Andrea Pirlo BLOCKED from taking the role amid links to Russian betting firm
Roberto Mancini has been appointed for a second spell as Italy head coach after Andrea Pirlo was blocked from the position over links to a Russian...
Black Queens want to qualify for 2027 Womenâs World Cup â Kim Lars Björkegren
Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Björkegren has outlined Ghana’s ambition of securing qualification for the 2027 FIFA...
Pirlo axed as Italy coach contender as Maldini and Leonardo quit FIGC in chaos
Andrea Pirlo is out of the running for the Italy job over Russian betting ties, with Paolo Maldini and Leonardo resigning amid the fallout.
The...
Russian ambassador blasts Italy as 'undemocratic' after Andrea Pirlo drops out of running for Italy job
Russian ambassador Aleksei Paramonov calls Italy undemocratic after Andrea Pirlo's national team candidacy collapsed over a betting company link.
Old friendships put to the test: The messy situation involving Shevchenko, Pirlo and Maldini
By: Oliver Fisher
Andrea Pirlo and Andriy Shevchenko wrote history together at AC Milan, but now the duo have gone from a friendship to a grudge....
Russian betting ties destory Andrea Pirlo's chances of becoming Italy manager
Andrea Pirlo's chances of becoming the next Italy manager have been destroyed due to links to Russian betting companies.
Italy Pirlo hire off after Russian betting firm links revealed
Italy's plans to name Andrea Pirlo manager of their national football team have been scrapped after his links with a Russian betting firm were...
Rivera: ‘Pirlo not right for Italy, I’m amazed anyone thought he could be’
Italy legend Gianni Rivera hit out at Andrea Pirlo and Paolo Maldini after the Russian...
Italy head coach saga continues as Pirlo ruled out after Russian betting deal links
Andrea Pirlo has announced he is no longer in contention to become the next Italy head coach following criticism of his commercial links with a...
Pirlo says he won't coach Italy amid betting ties
Andrea Pirlo is out of contention for the Italy job amid political concerns over a sponsorship deal with Russian betting firm Fonbet.
Russian ambassador defends Pirlo after Italy head coach job chaos: ‘Solidarity’
Aleksey Paramonov, the Russian ambassador to Italy, has expressed his sympathies to Andrea Pirlo following...
Pirlo out of the running for Italy head coach job
Andrea Pirlo was expected to be named as Italy's new head coach this week, but links to a Russian betting company means he is ruled out.
The post...
Andrea Pirlo BLOCKED from becoming Italy manager after links to Russian betting firm spark 'political' concerns - as icon breaks silence on decision that has left Paolo Maldini furious
Andrea Pirlo is no longer in the running to become Italy's next manager after 'political' concerns were raised over the football legend's...
Andrea Pirlo confirms he is 'no longer a candidate' to become Italy manager after betting company ties come to light
Andrea Pirlo has withdrawn from the race to become Italy head coach following controversy over his commercial ties to a Russian betting company.
Andrea Pirlo out of running for Italy job but defends deal with Russian betting firm
Italian politicians had raised concern over appointmentFormer player says he has never expressed views on warAndrea Pirlo has confirmed he is no...
Andrea Pirlo ruled out of contention for Italy job due to Russian betting firm sponsorship deal
Andrea Pirlo had emerged as a frontrunner for the Italy job but is now out of contention
FIGC in a Crisis as the Appointment of Pirlo Collapses
Paolo Maldini and Leonardo chose Andrea Pirlo as the next Italy coach after Pep Guardiola rejected it, but FIGC president Giovanni Malagò halted...
Andrea Pirlo releases statement regarding links to Russian betting company
Andrea Pirlo, the leading candidate to become the new Italy boss, has released a statement regarding his links to a Russian betting company.
Pirlo statement on Italy controversy and Russian gambling scandal
Andrea Pirlo has released a statement on his social media channels after the controversy over...
Pirlo position further weakened by fresh Russian gambling revelation
Andrea Pirlo’s hopes of becoming Italy coach took another battering after FC United owner Sergey...
Could Maldini abandon Italy job if Pirlo appointment blocked?
The controversy over Andrea Pirlo’s Russian gambling links could be even more damaging, with reports...
Italy search for new coach after Pirlo scandal: Conte, Mancini, Pioli and Palladino
With Andrea Pirlo increasingly unlikely to be offered the Italy job due to his Russian...
Pirlo's Italy appointment at risk over ties to Russian betting company
Andrea Pirlo's possible appointment as Italy head coach has hit political resistance over his commercial ties to a Russian betting company.
Russia and betting: thorns in Pirlo's path to leading Italy
The new administration of the Italian federation has chosen Andrea Pirlo to take charge of coaching the national team in the coming period, but the...
Andrea Pirlo's possible appointment as Italy manager faces backlash over ties to Russian betting company
Pirlo has emerged as the leading contender to succeed Gennaro Gattuso
Shevchenko hits out at ex-teammate Pirlo over Russian betting deal
Andriy Shevchenko has delivered a pointed rebuke to his former Milan teammate Andrea Pirlo over...
Pirlo defiant over Russia row but Malagò’s silence spells danger
Andrea Pirlo has gone on the offensive, dismissing the criticism of his likely Italy appointment...
Kyril Louis-Dreyfus seriously wanted Sunderland move – Non-football reason cited for failed summer move
Sunderland are the latest English club to miss out on signing Eduard Spertsyan. Last summer, Southampton made an offer, but FC Krasnodar’s owner...
Pirlo’s Italy appointment stalls as FIGC scrutinise Russian betting links
Andrea Pirlo’s expected appointment as Italy head coach has been thrown into doubt, with the...
How LNZ Cherkasy become a wartime success story with few modern parallels
Ukrainian club were in fourth tier in 2021 but, despite war with Russia, will contest European qualifiers for first timeIt is time for set-piece...
Mexico goalie Guillermo Ochoa retires at 41 after 2026 World Cup
Guillermo Ochoa — widely considered among the greatest Mexican goalkeepers in history—announced his retirement from elite soccer on Tuesday,...
Swansea City agree deal to sign Ghana forward Joseph Opoku from Zulte Waregem
English Championship side Swansea City have reached an agreement with Belgian club Zulte Waregem for the transfer of Ghana international forward...
Sportswashing Works: The 2026 FIFA World Cup
Readers of this site will no doubt be aware of this TLO's long history of stressing the evils of sportswashing in world football. Whether it be...
How old will Kylian Mbappe be in the 2030 World Cup?
Kylian Mbappe’s age for the 2030 World Cup, including his career outlook and what his experience could mean for France’s ambitions on the global...
All the Golden Ball winners in FIFA World Cup history by year
A total of 11 players have won the Golden Ball since the award was first introduced in 1982. Lionel Messi holds the distinction of being the...
FC Rostov sign Nigeria winger Olakunle Olusegun from Krasnodar
Russian Premier League side FC Rostov have completed the signing of Nigeria international winger Olakunle Olusegun from Krasnodar.
FIFA make decision on Donald Trump role at World Cup final which will break protocol
Trump will be presenting the trophy to the world champions (Picture: AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
Donald Trump will be in attendance to hand the...
West Ham join race for midfielder after breakout season in Denmark - report
West Ham United are looking to bolster their midfield ranks ahead of their Championship return.As a result, FC Mitdjylland midfielder Denil...