Football's version of toddlers at a party fighting over the last piece of cake

Having watched his team record their best result of the season against Everton, Mauricio Pochettino must have been thrilled that talk in his...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 16

Double-treble is Manchester City's motivation, admits Bernardo Silva

Midfielder says desire to ‘create a legacy' is inspiring players Kyle Walker winning battle to be fit for Real Madrid second leg Bernardo Silva...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 16

Keïta suspended and fined by Werder after walking out of Leverkusen game

Club say midfielder went home after being left out of team ‘We won't tolerate Naby's behaviour,' says head of football Werder Bremen have...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 16

Reds Ratings v Reading

Here at Vital Barnsley we rate the players following our 2 – 2 draw with Reading. Agree or disagree? Have your say below. Numbers: Roberts 8...
VITAL FOOTBALL Apr 16

Preview | Title winning Wednesday in the offing?

Fixtures Northampton Town FC U21 Women Vs. Reading FC U21 Women - Wed, Apr 17th 2024, 14:30 Reading FC U21 Women can clinch the South Premier...
READINGFC.CO.UK Apr 16

Harry Kane calls on Bayern Munich to save their season and knock out Arsenal

‘Step up and be counted,' says 39-goal striker before second leg Sané is fit for German side, but Gnabry and Coman ruled out Harry Kane admits...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 16

Reading FC youngster on league start and looking ahead

Reading youngster Kelvin Abrefa 'can't wait for next season' after earning his first league start in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Barnsley. The...
THE READING CHRONICLE Apr 16

A new winner awaits after FA Cup semi-final drama – Women's Football Weekly

Faye Carruthers is joined by Suzanne Wrack, Robyn Cowen and Chris Paouros to discuss the FA Cup semi-finals and preview the upcoming last-four ties...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 16

Reading FC Women launch U13 & U14 talent ID events

At Reading, we are proud of our Youth Pathway, and have a clear vision to get players from within our Academy to represent our Senior Team on the...
READINGFC.CO.UK Apr 16

How Reading's Press Disrupted Barnsley At Oakwell

Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty ImagesRoss delves into his favourite spell of the Royals' 2-2 draw with Barnsley on Saturday. I loved watching the press...
SBNATION.COM Apr 16

Burton Albion to refuse Reading FC tradition of inflatables

Burton Albion are to ban Reading fans from taking inflatables to their final away game of the season on Saturday. An annual tradition for...
THE READING CHRONICLE Apr 16

Everton takeover in added time after 777 gets extension to repay £160m loan

Repayment of debt is condition of 777 taking over club Length of extension said to be weeks not months The proposed takeover of Everton has moved...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 16

Samuel Eto'o claims he is victim of Caf campaign before match-fixing hearing

Cameroon FA president's lawyers lodge complaint with Fifa They claim Caf general secretary has breached Fifa ethics code Samuel Eto'o has accused...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 16

Pochettino 'upset' at Chelsea penalty spat and argues with journalist – video

A furious Mauricio Pochettino said it was 'a shame' that Nicolas Jackson and Noni Madueke took the gloss off Chelsea's 6-0 win over Everton by...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 16

‘It's open to everyone': women's football watch parties are on the rise

Organisers around the UK work with venues to ensure parties are free to attend, LGBTQ+ inclusive and accessible On a Wednesday night in late March,...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 16

David Squires on … Manchester City looking down on their title rivals again

Our cartoonist looks back on a dramatic weekend in which Pep Guardiola's machine powered back up to the summit Get yourself a copy of a cartoon in...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 16

Thorne: “This team has epitomised Reading’s youth pathway”

Fixtures Northampton Town FC U21 Women Vs. Reading FC U21 Women - Wed, Apr 17th 2024, 14:30 Reading FC U21s Women’s Manager Liam Thorne spoke...
READINGFC.CO.UK Apr 16

The week agenda | A decisive week for the Royals

The final run in of the season sees the possibility of a title secured and safety instated is in store for our Royals this week as we approach the...
READINGFC.CO.UK Apr 16

Burton Albion to prevent Reading FC fans from taking inflatables to final away game

Reading FC fans have been informed that they will not be able to take inflatables into the ground for their away trip to Burton Albion on Saturday.
WOKINGHAM Apr 16

Here's which League One clubs have got the most and least value for money from their squads, including Northampton Town, Charlton Athletic, Wigan Athletic, Burton Albion, Wycomnbe Wanderers and Reading

Northampton Town have overachieved this season – or at least they have if they believe these squad values.
NORTHAMPTONCHRON.CO.UK Apr 16

The Tilehurst End Podcast Episode 376: Barn-sley-stormer

Saturday's 2-2 at Barnsley, and plenty more, discussed on this week's podcast. Reading romp up to Yorkshire and take the game to the Tykes, leaving...
SBNATION.COM Apr 16

Record breakers? Arkadag FC and the winning streak still under scrutiny

Turkmenistan's champions lay claim to a world record but some suspect details lie behind their dazzling winning run It's not often that a football...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 16

Reading FC boss on Joel Pereira injury and trust in David Button

Reading boss Ruben Selles has admitted that he is not sure whether goalkeeper Joel Pereira will be fit enough to feature against Burton Albion on...
THE READING CHRONICLE Apr 16

Millwall Loan Watch: Alex Mitchell’s Lincoln stumble in play-off chase

LINCOLN City suffered a blow to their promotion hopes after losing 2-1 to Wigan Athletic.  The Imps had been on a storming run but drew 1-1 with...
SOUTHWARKNEWS.CO.UK Apr 16

‘It's a shame': Pochettino angry with Jackson and Madueke over penalty spat

Pair attempted to wrest spot kick off Cole Palmer at 4-0 up Manager warns it is ‘last time I will accept this behaviour' A furious Mauricio...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 15

‘Get a grip’, fumes Gary Lineker as he sends rallying cry to beloved Leicester in race for Championship promotion

PASSIONATE Leicester fan Gary Lineker urged his boyhood club to “get a grip” as they continue to falter in their race for promotion. The Foxes were...
THE SUN Apr 15

Cole Palmer's four-goal haul helps Chelsea pile misery on dismal Everton

On a night when Jordan Pickford's distribution deteriorated and Jarrad Branthwaite added to Sean Dyche's gloom by going off injured, nothing summed...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 15

Chelsea 6-0 Everton: Final | A Deserved Pasting

Photo by Catherine Ivill - AMA/Getty ImagesThe Blues have their first win since mid-December, can they build on it now? Live Blog Fulltime...
SBNATION.COM Apr 15

Chelsea 6-0 Everton: Live | Branthwaite and Patterson go off injured

Photo by Catherine Ivill - AMA/Getty ImagesThe Blues have their first win since mid-December, can they build on it now? Live Blog 90+3' - The ref...
SBNATION.COM Apr 15

Windsor & Eton seal promotion to Step 6 at first attempt

Windsor & Eton are going up after confirming a top five finish in the Thames Valley Premier League. The Royalists were 5-0 winners at Stag...
FOOTBALLINBRACKNELL.CO.UK Apr 15

Chelsea 5-0 Everton: Live | Palmer gets his fourth

Photo by Catherine Ivill - AMA/Getty ImagesThe Blues have their first win since mid-December, can they build on it now? Live Blog 65' - McNeil...
SBNATION.COM Apr 15

Chelsea 4-0 Everton: Live | Branthwaite goes off injured

Photo by Catherine Ivill - AMA/Getty ImagesThe Blues have their first win since mid-December, can they build on it now? Live Blog 58' - This is...
SBNATION.COM Apr 15

Do I not like that: Ten Hag rebukes Garnacho for social media activity

Winger liked posts on X criticising Manchester United coach Argentinian withdrawn at half time in 2-2 draw at Bournemouth Alejandro Garnacho has...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 15

Chelsea v Everton: Premier League – live

Premier League updates, 8pm BST kick-off at Stamford Bridge Everton's points deduction appeal will be heard before final day Mail Michael with...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 15

Al-Ittihad player Abderrazak Hamdallah whipped by spectator – video

Al-Ittihad's forward Abderrazak Hamdallah was struck by a spectator at the end of the match in which Al-Ittihad lost 4-1 to Al-Hilal in Abu Dhabi....
THE GUARDIAN Apr 15

‘They're going to demand a lot': Barça's Xavi braced for PSG second leg

Barcelona take 3-2 lead into Tuesday's second leg at Camp Nou ‘We need our fans to be loud because PSG will make us suffer' Barcelona are ready...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 15

Everton's appeal against two-point deduction will be heard before final day

Premier League want clarity in case of last-day relegation battle Appeal will be ‘resolved urgently' and before Sunday 19 May Everton's appeal...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 15

New predicted League One table after Barnsley comeback v Reading, Derby County and Oxford United boosts and Bolton Wanderers draw v Portsmouth

The end of the League One season is approaching and the tension for promotion hopefuls such as Barnsley, Derby County and Bolton Wanderers just...
YORKSHIRE POST Apr 15

Saudi FA and players union condemn whipping of player by spectator

Abderrazak Hamdallah struck at end of Saudi Super Cup final SAFF says it is ‘shocked with the disgraceful scenes' The whipping of a player by a...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 15

Gary Lineker reveals MOTD moment where he and Micah Richards were dying laughing at Martin Keown that viewers will have missed

Gary Lineker and Micah Richards were in stitches on Saturday’sMatch Of The Day, but even the most eagle-eyed fans didn’t notice. The popular duo...
TALKSPORT Apr 15

The trouble with being pretenders to City's throne in Premier League title race

It speaks volumes about the title race and the exacting standards to follow that Manchester City have set anyone hoping to beat them in it, that...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 15

Safety Secured ✅| Access All Areas - Barnsley (A)

Another game, another Wingy screamer, catch up on all the action from Oakwell!____________________________👉 facebook.com/readingfc👉...
FOOTBALLNEWS Apr 15

Reading FC agent fees nearly double despite relegation

The Football Association have revealed how much each club spent on agent fees in the last 12 months, with Reading nearly doubling last year's...
THE READING CHRONICLE Apr 15

Barnsley 2 – 2 Reading – Match Report

Teenage substitute Fabio Jalo's first ever league goal rescued a point for the super reds in a 2-2 draw at home to Reading on Saturday. The...
VITAL FOOTBALL Apr 15

Dundee v Rangers shambles takes bizarre twist as SPFL get Ibrox club confused with fierce rivals CELTIC

IN the (now extremely long) line of twists and turns we’ve had to try and get Dundee vs Rangers played, you would never have predicted this...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Apr 15

PSG, Marseille and Lille will benefit from a weekend off. But is it fair? | Luke Entwistle

Ligue 1 gave the clubs a rest before their European fixtures. Should their needs be prioritised over those of smaller clubs? By Luke Entwistle for...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 15

Weekend round up | An unbeaten weekend for our Royals!

Fixtures Norwich City U18 Vs. Reading U18 - Sat, Apr 13th 2024, 13:00 Barnsley Vs. Reading - Sat, Apr 13th 2024, 15:00 Brighton and Hove Albion...
READINGFC.CO.UK Apr 15

Man City once stumbled in the greatest title race of all. This time looks different

City have not been at their overwhelming best this season, but they remain immune to the typical anxieties of a title run-in Sign up to Jonathan's...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 15

Barnsley 2 – 2 Reading – Match Stats

VITAL FOOTBALL Apr 15

Leverkusen fans storm pitch to celebrate first ever Bundesliga victory – video

Bayer Leverkusen sealed their first ever Bundesliga title with five games to spare after thrashing visitors Werder Bremen 5-0. After the final...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 15

Advantage Manchester City in the title race? - Football Weekly

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and Barney Ronay as both Arsenal and Liverpool lose in a potentially pivotal weekend...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 15

‘It's Bayer Leverkusen time': Alonso's historic title has changed club forever | Andy Brassell

Leverkusen won first Bundesliga because of their brilliance – under their coach now only victory feels inevitable In other contexts, it might have...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 15

Athletic Club savour the week of their lives after historic Copa del Rey win | Sid Lowe

Even a VAR-inflicted 1-1 draw against Villarreal did not spoil the Basque club's celebrations after a first major trophy in 40 years They had been...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 15

Gilbert: “Sunday we showed the fight we have left”

Fixtures Blackburn Rovers Ladies Vs. Reading Women - Sun, Apr 14th 2024, 14:00 Manager heaps praise on his team following hard fought draw with...
READINGFC.CO.UK Apr 15

Fleetdown United FC U15s

Fleetdown United FC Under 15’s will be having open trials for next seasons under 16’s Kent Youth league campaign.  We will hold these sessions on...
KENTYOUTHLEAGUE.CO.UK Apr 15

Paul Bence

Paul Bence, who died on 30 March 2024 aged 75, was a former Brighton and Hove Albion apprentice who made just one substitute appearance for his...
READING FC FORMER PLAYERS Apr 15

Ndicka's collapse stirs dark memories but rapid response a sign of progress | Nicky Bandini

Reaction after Roma player's fall – and fans' patience in stands – shows Italian football now better equipped for such incidents It was easy to...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 15

Loan Watch: Youngster On Target In Morpeth Win

Fenton John was the weekend's big winner from our players on loan elsewhere. The 20-year-old was among the goalscorers as Morpeth Town upset NPL...
MIDDLESBROUGH FC OFFICIAL SITE Apr 15

Gallery | A point at Barnsley in an entertaining tie

Fixtures Barnsley Vs. Reading - Sat, Apr 13th 2024, 15:00 All the action through the photographer's lens Reading and Barnsley played out an...
READINGFC.CO.UK Apr 15

Blackburn Rovers 0-0 Reading Women: Match Report

Photo by Ben Roberts Photo/Getty ImagesThe Royals picked up a valuable away point to edge closer to safety. Reading Women earned a valuable point...
SBNATION.COM Apr 15

Burns: “A point that will renew our positivity”

Fixtures Blackburn Rovers Ladies Vs. Reading Women - Sun, Apr 14th 2024, 14:00 Back from a long-term injury, and straight back into action as...
READINGFC.CO.UK Apr 15

Premier League form table updated – A must see for Newcastle United fans

This (see below) is how the Premier League form table looks after this weekend’s matches, sweet reading for Newcastle United fans. Newcastle United...
THE MAG Apr 15

David Cameron claims Tories deserve to win election and says recovery for party not impossible – UK politics live

Foreign secretary talks up party's prospects – and his ‘very good boss' Rishi Sunak – on morning broadcast round Good morning. David Cameron, the...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 15

Emiliano Martinez gets emotional in live Sky Sports interview while talking about his love for Arsenal

EMILIANO MARTINEZ appeared emotional as he lifted the lid on his love for Arsenal. The 31-year-old goalkeeper made crucial saves as Aston Villa...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Apr 15

Hillsborough disaster: the 97 people whose lives were cut short

On the anniversary of the 1989 disaster we remember those who died, through their families' personal statements about them, as reported by David...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 15

Match report: Arsenal 0 – 2 Aston Villa

Arsenal (0) 0 Aston Villa (0) 2 Premier League Emirates Stadium, Drayton Park, London N5 1BU Sunday, 14th April 2024. Kick-off time: 4.30pm (4-3-3)...
SHEWORE.COM Apr 15

Premier League: 10 talking points from the weekend's football action

Adam Wharton shines on Merseyside, Mateo Kovacic displays City's depth and Erik ten Hag gets tetchy Joachim Andersen was named Sky's man of the...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 15

Latics damage the Imps play-off hopes – Lincoln City 1 Wigan Athletic 2

Shaun Maloney made three changes to his starting line up following the draw with Charlton Athletic on Tuesday as Steven Sessegnon, Tom Pearce and...
LETS-HANG-ON Apr 15

Football Australia and police investigate spectator's Nazi salute at A-League Men match

Man appears to make gesture after Wanderers v Sydney FC derby Salute is illegal in NSW with maximum jail term of 12 months Football Australia and...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 15

Team News, Form and Prediction as Oxford United Welcome Lincoln

Oxford United will be looking to continue their winning run when the U’s welcome promotion rivals, Lincoln. Des Buckingham’s side have picked up...
VITAL FOOTBALL Apr 15

Commercial Break: Sunderland have started reading the room

As suspected, hummel's iconic bumblebee logo is to return to the red and white stripes – but what else does SAFC have in store?  Friday's...
SBNATION.COM Apr 15

Data Review: Midfield talent speaks for itself

Photo by Rafa Babot/Getty ImagesA look at the standout performances from Real Madrid's midfield against Mallorca Real Madrid were back in action in...
MANAGING MADRID Apr 14

Bayer Leverkusen players shower Xabi Alonso in beer during press conference – video

Xabi Alonso was showered in beer by his Bayer Leverkusen players during a press conference after Sunday's 5-0 win over Werder Bremen which sealed...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 14

Title race is not over due to Liverpool and Arsenal losing. It just feels like it | Barney Ronay

Manchester City are only two points head, there are six games remaining, but we know we have seen this movie before At the final whistle the...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 14

The Masters 2024: final round at Augusta – live

Hole-by-hole updates from the fourth day at Augusta Any thoughts? Feel free to mail Scott | Official leaderboard Tommy Fleetwood sends his wedge...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 14

Mikel Arteta urges Arsenal to keep believing after blow to title hopes

Defeat by Aston Villa leaves Manchester City top ‘We knew this moment could come. It's about reacting' Mikel Arteta admitted that Arenal must...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 14

Arsenal stunned by Aston Villa as Bailey and Watkins hurt title ambitions

If this was the afternoon when Arsenal let it slip then Mikel Arteta will know they only have themselves to blame. Handed the perfect opportunity...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 14

‘We have to deal with criticism': Klopp calls for reaction after Palace defeat

Liverpool manager unhappy with first-half display in 1-0 loss ‘If we play like we did then, how should we win the league?' Jürgen Klopp said...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 14

'Why should we win the league?': Klopp says Liverpool must improve if they are to win title – video

Jürgen Klopp admitted Liverpool must improve if they are to win the Premier League title after their 1-0 defeat to Crystal Palace on Sunday. 'Of...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 14

Bayer Leverkusen clinch historic Bundesliga title with rout of Werder Bremen

Bayer Leverkusen have secured a remarkable Bundesliga title after beating Werder Bremen in a 5-0 victory that extended the newly-crowned German...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 14

Arsenal v Bristol City: Women's Super League – live

WSL updates from the 6.45pm BST kick-off at Meadow Park Live scoreboard | And you can email your thoughts to John After Conti Cup success, back...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 14

Palace go top of Barclays Women’s Championship, Watford relegated

Crystal Palace beat Birmingham City to lead the Barclays Women’s Championship, Charlton Athletic went third as they sent Watford down. Blackburn...
SHEKICKS Apr 14

Manchester United stun Chelsea to set up Women's FA Cup final with Spurs

Manchester United have had to wait five years for a first win over Chelsea, but when it came it came in style, two goals in 25 minutes enough to...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 14

Seventeen in hospital after football fans' minibus crashes in West Yorkshire

Bus taking South Shields FC fans home after a match was involved in collision with two cars on A1M near Pontefract Seventeen people are in...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 14

European football: Milan held 3-3 by Sassuolo and Napoli drop more points

Luka Jovic and Noah Okafor goals haul Milan level Napoli's top-four hopes dented by 2-2 draw with Frosinone Milan fought back to secure a...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 14

Weary Liverpool's title push close to petering out as familiar errors return | Jonathan Wilson

Conceding early and failing to take chances have been recurring themes and were on show in Crystal Palace defeat A corner, nine minutes after...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 14

Liverpool stat makes for painful reading as Jurgen Klopp's last dance not going to plan

Liverpool have now kept just three clean sheets in their last 19 games and none in their last nine matches. Worse still, they have conceded the...
MIRROR Apr 14
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