Everton to take Nick Cox from Manchester United as technical director
United's director of academy with club since 2016Part of new structure put in place by Friedkin GroupEverton are poised to appoint Manchester...
Lots of England players helping own families with Euro 2025 travel costs
Stanway: ‘Switzerland is a very expensive country'Toone: ‘I'll always help my family … make sure they eat'Georgia Stanway has said many England...
Mikel Arteta poised to lose key Arsenal assistant Carlos Cuesta to Parma
Cuesta due to become Italian club's head coach at 29Arsenal preparing to make move for Sesko or GyökeresMikel Arteta is poised to lose one of his...
Alessia Russo: I fell into ‘trap' of scrolling social media at last Euros
England striker Alessia Russo says she now avoids social media at major tournaments after previously falling into the “trap” of reading “really...
'Fearless in the final third': Irish football expert offers lowdown on Reading target
Irish football expert Darryl Geraghty believes reported Reading target, Warren Davis, is 'one to watch' this summer. The 20-year-old of Drogheda...
Bernardo Silva to captain Manchester City at Club World Cup
Playmaker says he will stay at City for final year of contractCity players ‘very used to' gruelling schedule Bernardo Silva will captain Manchester...
On This Day (18th June 1971): Happy Birthday, Jason McAteer!
With an interesting Irish heritage, Jason McAteer had been tracked for ten years by Peter Reid before he was finally able to sign one of the...
The Audio Long Read: ‘The Silicon Valley of turf' – how the UK's pursuit of the perfect pitch changed football
They used to look like quagmires, ice rinks or dustbowls, depending on the time of year. But as big money entered football, pristine pitches became...
Back from holidays : Plates : Fixtures : Coaches
Hello again! I’m back from Barcelona, and I had a very nice time in a city I love a lot. The first thing to do is thank Andrew, Lewis, and Tim, for...
Has a striker scored more goals for their country than in club football? | The Knowledge
Plus: goal-difference chasms between league-table neighbours, a rare Welsh feat in defeat, and more• Mail us with your questions and answers“During...
Germany's ‘Big Nick' Woltemade brings nicknames and goals to main stage
Stuttgart striker is tournament's top scorer so far and could stand in way of England's hopes of reaching the knockoutsIf there was any doubting...
Empty seats are everywhere at the Club World Cup. But does this miss the real point?
Put in the proper wider context, the attendance issues that have emerged during the tournament perhaps aren't quite as embarrassing as they seemIf...
Premier League opening fixtures: Liverpool host Bournemouth, Arsenal at Manchester United
Thomas Frank's Spurs start at home to BurnleySunderland face West Ham, Leeds go to EvertonLiverpool will kick off their Premier League title...
Welcome to Dartford Football Club Jonny Henly!
DFC is delighted to announce the new signing of goalkeeper Jonny Henly. Jonny spent last season at Folkestone Invicta making 45 appearances before...
Football transfer rumours: Kudus in and Son out at Spurs? Joe Gomez to Sunderland?
Today's rumours have a hint of tearful goodbyesLiverpool are believed to be willing to let Joe Gomez leave Anfield this summer and there are no...
Fifa again under scrutiny for World Cup's increased carbon footprint
The 2026 tournament will feature more teams and more air miles travelled than ever, casting doubt upon ambitious climate goalsAs next summer's...
For Jools: one mother's fight for the truth about her son's death
Ellen Roome suspects her 14-year-old was taking part in a ‘blackout challenge' when he died. But she can't access his online accounts – so she has...
Double-Barrelled Brewery to host TradeMark Berkshire Football Awards this evening
The Double-Barrelled Brewery in Reading will host the TradeMark Berkshire Football Awards this evening with an impressive 23 football clubs and a...
Town End: Imps Fan On ‘No Nonsense' Reading Signing Paudie O'Connor
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We spoke to Lincoln City fan and podcaster Jake Tonge to get the lowdown on Reading's first addition of...
Trent Alexander-Arnold takes first step of Real Madrid high-wire act | Barney Ronay
The player's Club World Cup bow in Miami will surely be the most scrutinised pre-season debut any footballer has facedOn Tuesday morning the Miami...
Former City Defender Joins Reading
It has been confirmed this evening that former Leeds United, Blackpool, Bradford City and Lincoln City defender Paudie O’Connor has joined fellow...
Club World Cup: Jobe Bellingham makes Dortmund debut in draw with Fluminese
Teams fail to find cutting edge in scoreless drawMetLife Stadium half-full for noon kick-offBorussia Dortmund and Fluminense played out a 0-0 draw...
Former Ireland striker lands first summer transfer as Reading swoop for ex-Limerick defender
Noel Hunt's bid to lead Reading back up to the Championship has been boosted by the capture of the former Lincoln captain.
Sweden's Soft Hooligans prepare to pump up the volume at Women's Euros
Fans' group will take megaphones, banners and flags to Switzerland to ensure the atmosphere doesn't fall flatIn some parts of the world, Sweden is...
Former Reading loanee returns to English football with Championship coaching role
Former Reading defender Darren O'Dea has taken up his first coaching role in the EFL, 16 years on from his first move to English football, with...
Next Sheffield United manager looks a done deal in Ruben Selles verdict after Hull City axe
Former Hull City and Reading manager Ruben Selles is the clear favourite to take over from Chris Wilder at the Blades
Medical Underway: Player agrees Reading move - Exclusive
Lincoln City captain Paudie O'Connor is set for a medical at Reading on Tuesday (17 June) ahead of a free transfer switch, sources have told...
The...
Ex-Leeds United defender 'set for medical' at League One club despite Barnsley FC and Huddersfield Town links
Former Leeds United and Bradford City defender Paudie O’Connor is reportedly set to join Reading - despite links with Barnsley and Huddersfield...
27-year-old set for League One medical after Derby County transfer talks
Derby County were said to have held talks with Paudie O’Connor but according to Football Insider, he is…
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Rob Edwards poised for Middlesbrough manager's job after impressing owner
Former Luton manager in line to succeed Michael CarrickSteve Cooper and Danny Röhl were also in the runningRob Edwards is poised to take charge at...
David Coote charged by FA over foul-mouthed Jürgen Klopp comments
Former Premier League referee lost his job over incidentCoote cleared of any gambling misconduct by FAFormer Premier League referee David Coote...
Serie B chaos and memories of food-poisoning fall-guys
“Real Gs move in silence like lasagne” – Lil Wayne, 2011.Nice contrast regarding football management IQ in yesterday's Football Daily. The Copa...
Sheffield United line up Rubén Sellés to take over from Chris Wilder as manager
US owners have decided to end Wilder's second spellSellés was sacked by Hull in May after avoiding dropSheffield United's American owners have...
‘Real spark': Exciting claim made over £100,000 sensation reportedly wanted by Blackpool, Reading and Preston North End
Blackpool are reportedly tracking Republic of Ireland sensation Warren Davis.
Paudie O'Connor is a Royal
Irish Defender links up with the Royals
Reading Football Club is delighted to announce the signing of Paudie O'Connor on a four year contract until...
World's oldest professional footballer on playing at 59: ‘I won't put limits on myself'
Mykola Lykhovydov is living his sporting dream with Ukraine's Real Pharma, helped by a haka-like warm-up, local water and napsMykola Lykhovydov...
Partick Thistle sign Paddy Reading from Ayr United.
Left sided defender Paddy Reading, who started his career at Middlesbrough, joins The Jags on a two-year contract after a free transfer that...
Leicester City Manager Update: Van Nistelrooy Stays Amid Rumors?
Embed from Getty Images There are no talk from the club about anything regarding the manager situation. A report from The Mirror today indicates...
Reading beat competition from League One rivals to make first summer signing
Reading have made their first signing of the Rob Couhig era, picking up Lincoln City captain Paudie O'Connor on a free transfer. The 27-year-old...
Tottenham in ‘regular dialogue' with Manor Solomon as winger left stranded in Israel
Israel international stuck after his wedding last weekAirspace closed to civilian flights due to conflict with IranTottenham remain in regular...
Sky Sports could show up to 50 extra WSL games from start of 2026-27 season
Sky already has deal to show 118 of 132 WSL games in UKWSL to expand from 12 to 14 clubs from 2026-27 seasonSky Sports will hold talks with the...
Reading Sign Paudie O'Connor: Another Big Statement Of Intent
He's joined from Lincoln City on a free transfer. Reading have got their summer 2025 business up and running with the addition of Paudie O'Connor,...
Next Sheffield Utd manager odds: Former Hull and Reading boss odds-on to replace Wilder
Sheffield United are suddenly looking to shake things up after failing to secure promotion into the Premier League after play-off final...
These are the chances of Doncaster Rovers, Lincoln City, Blackpool and Reading finishing in the top six of League One next season
It’s a pretty unlikely scenario, but stranger things have happened in football than Rovers finishing in the top six next season.
Oscar Santis strike earns Guatemala first ever Gold Cup win over Jamaica
Guatemala ends 13-year winless run v Reggae BoyzOscar Santis nets lone goal in 1-0 Group C opener winPanama defeat Guadeloupe 5-2 earlier on Monday...
Club World Cup fans tell of ‘dangerous' Rose Bowl conditions amid heat and lack of water
Temperatures above 30C for noon PSG-Atlético gameA ‘poorly run experience', one supporter saysConditions for fans at Sunday's Club World Cup...
How WSL's expansion to 14 teams will reshape the women's football pyramid | Suzanne Wrack
The WSL has settled on a 14-team top division with a unique playoff system and a vision for sustainable growthThe announcement that the Women's...
‘We were powerless': inside the devastating Ohio State sexual abuse scandal
A college physician allegedly abused at least 177 male students during his tenure, a story revived in a harrowing new film that highlights how he...
Football transfer rumours: Real Madrid plot move for Myles Lewis-Skelly?
Today's rumours are starting to feel the heatReal Madrid might be the biggest successful side in Europe but that doesn't mean they are too big for...
From Tyson to TikTok: the boxing fan generational gap is widening
With fights hidden behind paywalls and few stars breaking through, the once-popular sport risks irrelevance among the young fans it desperately...
Slow Start and Stressed Supporters: Reading FC Summer Musings
It is now over a month since the 2024/25 season concluded, and the countdown to the next is beginning with League One fixtures released next week...
Berrada confident Manchester United can win men's and women's league titles by 2028
CEO sticking to timetable after trophyless seasonMen finished 15th and women were 16 points off topManchester United's chief executive, Omar...
David Squires on … gimmicks and surprise guests as the Club World Cup kicks off
Our cartoonist looks back at the opening games and empty seats as Gianni Infantino's vanity project finally beganBuy a copy of David's cartoons in...
Sundowns to bring ‘Shoe Shine & Piano' at FIFA Club World Cup
While the likes of Al Ahly and ES Tunis have already featured at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup during matchday one, South African powerhouse...
Wolves Esports powers through at Masters Toronto
Wolves Esports have defeated Sentinels at the Valorant Champions Tour (VCT) Masters Toronto to reach the upper bracket final.
The team performed...
Boca let slip two-goal lead as Benfica claim late point at Club World Cup
Group C: Boca Juniors 2-2 BenficaBoth sides see red before Nicolás Otamendi heads home equaliserWell, that was different. On a violently hot Monday...
Fernández seals Chelsea win over LAFC at Club World Cup but fans stay away
Group D: Chelsea 2-0 LAFC (Neto 34, Fernández 79)Crowd of 22,137 in 75,000-capacity Atlanta venueChelsea bought Liam Delap to score goals but they...
Salernitana's Serie B survival hangs by a thread after bout of food poisoning
Much of squad in hospital after ‘serious episode'Double relegation looms after playoff first leg defeatSalernitana's fight for survival has veered...
Chelsea v LAFC: Club World Cup – live
Live updates from the 8pm BST kick-off in AtlantaClub World Cup key for Guardiola Man City revivalGet in touch! You can email Daniel hereIt's hard...
Romeo Beckham shares cryptic post about 'spreading unnecessary lies' after ex Kim Turnbull hit back at claims she is the reason for his rift with brother Brooklyn
The footballer, 22, shared the post after his ex Kim, 24, shot down accusations that she was romantically involved with Brooklyn, 26, amid claims...
Cardiff City appoint Brian Barry-Murphy as new head coach on three-year deal
Barry-Murphy leaves role at Leicester to take on jobIrishman previously worked in Manchester City academyCardiff City have appointed Brian...
‘We took a big leap of faith': how a community project built Arsenal Women
Wing of the club responsible for developing girls' pathway programme is celebrating its 40th anniversaryIt is 40 years since the establishment of...
Clubs approve 14-team Women's Super League and professional second tier
Three teams could be promoted next season in revampVote is subject to Football Association approval The Women's Super League will expand from 12 to...
Tijjani Reijnders draws inspiration from Ilkay Gündogan in search for more goals
‘He's someone I can learn a lot from,' says new City signingMidfielder ready for Club World Cup opener with WydadTijjani Reijnders aims to emulate...
Club World Cup serves up wet towels and a mismatch in quest for ‘eternal glory'
Set to the theme of “A New Era Begins”, the opening ceremony of the Club World Cup featured performances by assorted Fifa-approved rappers and...
No kings, few fans: USA's year of World Cups gets off to a flat start
Fifa's much-hyped Club World Cup and Concacaf's Gold Cup opened to crowds far short of what organizers might have hopedSign up for Soccer with...
Four people given suspended sentences for Vinícius Júnior hate crime
Effigy of Real Madrid forward was hung from a bridgeAll four signed a letter of apology to the BrazilianFour people have been handed suspended jail...
Leicester Would be Wise to Eye Benjamin Nygren Amid Transfer Speculation and Celtic Contact Made
Embed from Getty Images Sweden international Benjamin Nygren is a player attracting interest from differet European clubs. His valuation at...
Authoritarian-friendly Fifa fest shows why next year's World Cup must be boycotted | Byline Heba Gowayed and Nicholas Occhiuto
The Club World Cup is being staged across the US as citizens from 12 countries are banned and masked agents demand people's papers based on the...
Blackpool chasing £100,000 deal for Irish winger, Reading interested
Blackpool and Reading are competing for the signature of Drogheda United winger Warren Davis, as per reporter Alan…
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Bournemouth sign Adrien Truffert, paving way for Liverpool target Kerkez to leave
Left-back Truffert joins from Rennes on five-year dealHe has one France cap and played at 2024 OlympicsBournemouth have signed the France left-back...
Reading hope to confirm Nigel Gibbs replacement 'very soon' as season edges closer
Reading are close to appointing a new assistant manager, according to co-CEO Joe Jacobson. The Royals have a summer of change ahead as new owner...
Community Trust & Reading School celebrate end of term tournament
Reading FC Community Trust & Reading School have worked together in partnership since 2019 with the Trust supporting the school with a variety of...
The Club World Cup kicks off and Thomas Frank in at Spurs - Football Weekly
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Mark Langdon as the Club World Cup commences and Thomas Frank is installed at...
Liam Delap backed to break curse of the Chelsea No 9 shirt and earn England spot
Enzo Maresca backs new signing to lead line for national team in futureForward competing with Nicolas Jackson to start at Club World CupEnzo...
Eric Cantona and Ella Toone help meld football and art for Manchester festival
The two players are among those collaborating with artists to create the Football City, Art United exhibition“Everybody needs his own ritual or way...
Club World Cup is key for Guardiola as he plots Manchester City revival
The manager knows the summer tournament in the US can provide a blueprint for success after a trophyless seasonLincoln Financial Field,...
Football transfer rumours: Jack Grealish to join McTominay at Napoli?
Today's tattle is falling out of love with soccerballHaving been left out of Manchester City's Club World Cup squad entirely, Jack Grealish is...
Lloris surprised Spurs sacked Postecoglou after ‘amazing achievement'
He hopes Europa League win will liberate former club‘We have to be thankful,' LAFC keeper says of PostecoglouHugo Lloris has expressed surprise at...
Talented Harrogate footballer aged 13 is treading the same path as England legend Frank Lampard
A Harrogate school pupil is set to follow in the footsteps of legendary footballer Frank Lampard.
Malik Tillman double leads US to 5-0 rout of Trinidad and Tobago in Gold Cup opener
US snaps four-game losing streak with the victoryAgyemang, Wright, Brenden Aaronson also scoreMalik Tillman scored twice as the United States built...
Transfer gossip: Blackpool and Reading in six-figure battle for League of Ireland talent
With the transfer window set to reopen on Monday, there is plenty of transfer gossip doing the rounds involving Blackpool.
Leicester City Connections in FIFA Club World Cup 2025
Embed from Getty Images Leicester are not involved in the FIFA Club World Cup. There will be players involved who have a relation to our club. We...
Kevin De Bruyne remains a superstar despite his understated arrival at Napoli | Nicky Bandini
The Belgian remains a superstar despite his age and will be a huge boost to Conte, Lukaku and McTominayKevin De Bruyne's move to Napoli this week...
Mexico see off Dominican Republic in Gold Cup opener amid Ice concerns
Jiménez scores 40th goal in Mexico's 3–2 group stage winÁlvarez, Montes also strike as El Tri top Group A earlyDominican Republic push champs in...
Messi shows glimpses of his genius on Fifa's stage of fakery in Club World Cup opener
A largely incoherent Inter Miami was held to a scoreless draw by Al Ahly as the opening ceremony outshined the football on the pitchWell, this was...
How Wycombe Wanderers legend became Reading chief executive within year of retirement
From playing for his boyhood club to representing his country, albeit at youth level, there is little Joe Jacobson didn't tick off in his 18-year...
TV tonight: C4 stages the world's biggest motorway pile up
Multiple hypothetical injuries as four drivers get a wake-up call in Pile Up: World's Biggest Crash Test. Plus, a fun charity football match and...
Al Ahly v Inter Miami: Club World Cup 2025 opening match – live updates
MLS side host Egyptian champions in Club World CupExplainer: all your Club World Cup questions answeredReach Beau at...