Soccer
- Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso responds to fears Tottenham players KNEW about Joao Pedro injury through fantasy football October 24, 2026CHELSEA boss Xabi Alonso was bemused by claims Joao Pedro’s injury was leaked – by fantasy football. There were claims online that family members of some Blues stars removed Pedro from their teams for the Premier League’s official fantasy game. And some believe it gave Spurs an advantage in preparing for the clash at Stamford…Dan King
- Liverpool loanee Harvey Elliott sent off after receiving two yellow cards in 20 seconds for Valencia October 24, 2026LIVERPOOL loanee Harvey Elliott's struggles continued in Spain as he was sent off with two yellow cards within seconds during a crunch LaLiga clash. Elliott, 23, was shipped out on loan to Valencia on transfer deadline day as he didn't figure into the Reds' new manager Andoni Iraola's plans. This came after the playmaker failed…Kostas Lianos
- Michael Carrick baffled by fascination with Man Utd’s running stats as boss insists he trusts players ‘100 per cent’ October 24, 2026MANCHESTER UNITED are one of the worst running sides in the Premier League. But do not mention the word “pressing” to under-fire boss Michael Carrick. Fitness has been a recurring issue at Old Trafford since David Moyes told the players at one of his first-team meetings he would “make them run more”. Carrick was in…Samuel Luckhurst
- Michael Carrick reveals talks with two Man Utd legends as pressure piles on boss ahead of crunch Bournemouth clash October 24, 2026MICHAEL CARRICK has spoken to Manchester United great Sir Alex Ferguson and former colleague Ole Gunnar Solskjaer amid the team’s spiral. Carrick is battling to remain in charge of United, who have gone seven games without a win and host Bournemouth in the Premier League on Sunday. United have won two of their 11 games…Samuel Luckhurst
- Legend says Pierre Sage will be sacked if Crystal Palace get hammered by Newcastle but one man can save him October 24, 2026CRYSTAL PALACE legend Clinton Morrison says Pierre Sage will be sacked if they suffer another hammering against Newcastle. The Eagles were thumped 5-0 by Brighton last week – their biggest loss to their rivals since 1956 – and have the worst defensive record in the league, conceding 17 goals. Pressure is mounting on French boss…Gary Stonehouse
- Newcastle star Joelinton takes leaf out of departed pal Bruno Guimaraes’ book to help ease pressure on Matthias Jaissle October 24, 2026JOELINTON is taking a leaf out of Bruno Guimaraes’ book to help stop the rot at Newcastle. And the 30-year-old issued a passionate rallying call to his battered team-mates ahead of a crunch trip to the capital to face Crystal Palace. The midfield hardman wore the captain’s armband during last week’s crushing 1-0 home defeat…Gary Stonehouse
- MOTD host Kelly Cates spotted being picked up from co-host Mark Chapman’s home after post-show sleepover October 24, 2026MATCH of the Day host Kelly Cates leaves co-star Mark Chapman’s home after a post-show sleepover. The BBC presenter, 51, was seen being picked up from Chappers’ Manchester home last Sunday — a day after they headed into work together at MediaCity, Salford. An onlooker said: “Kelly was spotted nipping out of Mark’s house on…Hannah Hope
- Peter Crouch & Abbey Clancy eying up buying football club & charting progress in TV doc after £5m minnows deal collapses October 24, 2026EX-FOOTIE star Peter Crouch and his model wife Abbey Clancy want to buy their own team to feature in a reality telly show. The pair hope to join some of his old teammates and other pals to take on a small club and transform it. Lanky Crouchy, a striker for Liverpool, Spurs and England, is…Hannah Hope
- Business Secretary held talks with Premier League chiefs two weeks after meeting with fund run by Man City chairman October 24, 2026THE Business Secretary had talks with the Premier League soon after meeting the Abu Dhabi fund run by Man City’s chairman. Jonathan Reynolds met Prem chiefs on February 4 last year, Government records show. It came while City were awaiting the verdict in the League’s case against them. Two weeks earlier, Mr Reynolds met Mubadala…Thomas Godfrey
- Sunderland legend highlights three key men Regis Le Bris’ side MUST stop to beat Leeds in crunch Premier League clash October 24, 2026KEVIN PHILLIPS says Sunderland have to stop more than just Dominic Calvert-Lewin to end the Premier League rot. The Black Cats face the Whites on Sunday at the Stadium of Light sitting bottom of the Premier League following a run of four-straight defeats. Daniel Farke’s Leeds, meanwhile, head to the North East riding high and…Gary Stonehouse
- Goal-crazy EFL star told by manager Tony Mowbray ‘be careful son, otherwise you’ll end up at Barcelona like your dad’ October 24, 2026CHELSEA icon Eidur Gudjohnsen's son Andri is sensationally following in his dad's giant footsteps amid a stunning campaign that has seen him set the EFL goalscoring charts alight. So much so, that his Blackburn manager Tony Mowbray warned him he will soon find himself at Barcelona, where Eidur, 48, played some of the best football…Kostas Lianos
- Mikel Arteta reveals he has dossier on rival Premier League bosses showing they are far worse than him on touchline October 24, 2026MIKEL ARTETA has bizarrely claimed he has been putting together video footage of other managers leaving their technical area. The Arsenal manager received a yellow card from referee Tony Harrington in the 2-0 win over Everton for repeatedly leaving his area. But Arteta reckons a Premier League rival left his area 36 times in 10…Charlie Wyett
- Chelsea ratings: Palmer’s immaturity and attitude see him sent off vs Spurs as Penders’ full debut flatters to deceive October 24, 2026CHELSEA decided to play without a recognised centre-forward against Tottenham with Joao Pedro injured – and it showed as they lost 2-0 to their London rivals for the first time in EIGHT years. With their top scorer out, Xabi Alonso raised eyebrows by selecting Geovany Quenda to play ahead of Estevao in attack. And his…Lloyd Canfield
- Chelsea 0 Tottenham 2: Cole Palmer’s red card and Joao Pedro’s absence see Spurs claim shock win at Stamford Bridge October 24, 2026CHELSEA goalkeeper Mike Penders handed Tottenham an historic win on his first Premier League start. And Cole Palmer earned the first red card of his career before Mathys Tel ensured Spurs would emerge triumphant from a small-scale re-enactment of the Battle of the Bridge Nothing will ever make up for the 2-2 draw here which ended…Dan King
- Fans furious as Cole Palmer avoids red card for slamming into Mateus Fernandes… but then sent off minutes later October 24, 2026COLE PALMER was sent for an early bath just minutes after escaping a red card for slamming Mateus Fernandes. A rainy day in West London proved disastrous for 21-year-old Mike Penders after the ball slipped into his OWN net to put Tottenham ahead, before Mathys Tel doubled their lead. Before it all fell apart, Palmer…Daisy Redhead
- Burnley sack manager Nicky Hayen after just 12 games in charge with two-line statement following woeful start to season October 24, 2026BURNLEY have sacked manager Nicky Hayen after just 12 games following their shock defeat to Lincoln City. The Clarets have dropped into the Championship relegation zone after a horrendous start to the season. And their 4-1 thrashing by the Imps was the last straw for the Belgian. Burnley released a brief 26-word statement confirming Hayen…Oli Gamp
- Jadon Sancho ‘offered contract by LaLiga side Getafe’ worth £240k-a-week LESS than Man Utd deal October 24, 2026JADON SANCHO could be heading to La Liga side Getafe after reportedly being offered a shock deal. The former Manchester United star was earning a whopping £250,000-a-week at Old Trafford. But the 26-year-old's alleged fresh contract would see him earn £10,000 a week – meaning a 96 per cent pay cut. The Telegraph reported that…Daisy Redhead
- Schalke team-mates pouring with blood and taken to hospital after shove from opponent leads to sickening collision October 24, 2026SCHALKE stars Robin Gosens and Soufiane El-Faouzi were involved in a horror collision in their draw with Cologne that left both players bleeding. The duo clashed after Said El Mala shoved El-Faouzi, which sent him flying into team-mate Gosens. The sickening clash of heads left both men on the ground and needing medical attention. Their…Oli Gamp
- Ivan Toney scores with ‘strangest penalty kick technique I have ever seen’ leaving goalkeeper motionless October 24, 2026IVAN TONEY left a goalkeeper rooted to the spot after producing one of the strangest penalty techniques ever seen. The England striker, 30, stunned fans with his bizarre spot-kick during Al-Ahli’s 4-1 victory over Al-Khaleej in the Saudi Pro League on Friday night. With his side leading 3-1 deep into stoppage time, Toney stepped up…Jo Aujla
- Bryan Mbeumo shows off remarkable piano skills after Man Utd star taught himself how to play by watching YouTube videos October 24, 2026MANCHESTER UNITED star Bryan Mbeumo showcased his sensational piano skills, which are remarkably self-taught thanks to YouTube. Mbeumo, 27, is a man of many talents with four goals in seven Premier League appearances this season, but the creative forward's artistry extends beyond the football pitch. The Cameroon international taught himself how to play the piano…Kostas Lianos
Sports news
- 'Not realistic' – Can Wolff's assessment of Antonelli's title chance be trusted? October 25, 2026Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff believes it is "not realistic" for Kimi Antonelli to win the 2026 F1 Drivers' Championship on Sunday at the United States Grand Prix, despite the Italian starting on pole position.
- 'Dream come true!' – Britain's Palmowski becomes 2026 F1 Academy champion October 25, 2026Britain's Alisha Palmowski became the 2026 F1 Academy champion with three races to spare after building an unassailable lead in Austin.
- ‘Night and day different’ – why did Ferrari's pace evaporate again? October 24, 2026Ferrari's wait for a first Grand Prix pole position since August 2025 continued in the United States on Saturday as Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton qualified outside the top three in a session the team had appeared favourites for.
- Antonelli takes surprise pole to boost chances of sealing title in USA October 24, 2026Kimi Antonelli beat Max Verstappen to pole position for the United States Grand Prix to boost his chances of sealing a maiden world championship in Sunday's race.
- Littler seals second-best average ever at European Championship October 24, 2026Luke Littler produced the second-best average in the competition's history, his 114.47 has only ever been bettered by Phil Taylor's 118.14, after defeating Nathan Aspinall at the European Championship.
- Players laugh as Rock LOSES his dart on stage during match October 24, 2026Josh Rock and Jonny Clayton have a giggle after Rock loses his dart in a stage light at the European Championship.
- Papers: Sancho could land in Spain as Getafe offer winger shock deal October 24, 2026The top stories and transfer rumours from Sunday's newspapers…
- Littler powers past Aspinall to reach European Championship quarter-finals October 24, 2026Luke Littler remains on course to win the one major title he's never won as he beat Nathan Aspinall 10-5 in the second round of the European Championship Darts on Saturday evening.
- Smith beats Puello in thriller to retain WBC title and stay unbeaten October 24, 2026Dalton Smith retained his WBC light-welterweight title with a thrilling, split-decision victory over Alberto Puello on Saturday night.
- Dundee United 3-2 Aberdeen October 24, 2026Watch highlights from Scottish Premiership match between Dundee United and Aberdeen.
- Alonso 'out-coached', 'petulant' Palmer and Penders howler: Chelsea's horror night October 24, 2026They say bad things come in threes. That was certainly the case for Chelsea on a miserable evening at Stamford Bridge as they lost 2-0 to Tottenham and were described as "awful" by Gary Neville.
- Rangers 4-0 St Johnstone October 24, 2026Watch highlights from the Scottish Premiership match between Rangers and St Johnstone.
- Arteta collating evidence of other managers stepping out of technical area October 24, 2026Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta says he is compiling footage of rival Premier League managers repeatedly leaving their technical areas after receiving his second yellow card of the season in his side’s 2-0 win over Everton.
- Golden State beat Atlanta in Game 4 to level WNBA Finals October 24, 2026Gabby Williams scored 17 points and Golden State Valkyries played stellar defense to beat Atlanta Dream 67-62 in Game 4 of the WNBA Finals on Saturday, levelling the best-of-seven series at 2-2.
- Hamilton fastest from Verstappen ahead of US GP Qualifying October 24, 2026Lewis Hamilton topped final practice from Max Verstappen at the United States Grand Prix to set up a tantalising qualifying in Austin.
- Knicks employees to get NBA championship rings after phishing email 'mistake' October 24, 2026The New York Knicks have sought to clear up what they've labelled "misinformation" regarding the awarding of their NBA championship rings after employees received a phishing email posing as an opportunity to claim one.
- Murrell on target as Falkirk breeze past Kilmarnock stormy conditions October 24, 2026Two own goals helped Falkirk climb to seventh in the Scottish Premiership table with a dominant 3-0 victory over Kilmarnock.
- 'I just did a terrible job' – Norris blames himself for qualifying eighth October 24, 2026
- Hits and misses: De Zerbi's 'complete team' and 'genius' Emery impress October 24, 2026
- Palmowski secures F1 Academy title as Larsen wins maiden race October 22, 2026
ManUtd
- Carrick 'fully understands' the situation October 24, 2026Michael Carrick has been asked why he felt compelled to open his press conference with a six-minute speech about the current situation at the club.
- Toone and Hodgkinson share notes on 'Minus 1' October 24, 2026We had a very special visitor at Carrington this week: Olympic champion and lifelong Manchester United fan Keely Hodgkinson.
- U18s report and highlights: United 6 Liverpool 3 October 24, 2026Manchester United's Under-18s returned to winning ways with a thrilling 6-3 victory over rivals Liverpool at a wet and windy Carrington on Saturday.
- Pics: Reds on the grass before derby clash October 24, 2026United Women have been hard at work at Carrington ahead of this weekend’s eagerly awaited derby clash with Manchester City, as these photos illustrate.
- Do you know which United player is in this photo? October 24, 2026Speaking about an old photo of her and her brother in Manchester United kits, Elisabeth Terland says: “We still have the shirts actually!”
- Carrick: We have to move in a different direction October 24, 2026Michael Carrick accepts that nothing will erase the pain suffered by the manner of the UEFA Champions League defeat to Como but our next outing against Bournemouth presents the perfect chance to get things moving in a positive direction.
- Pics: Preparing for the derby October 23, 2026United Women's preparations for Sunday's Manchester derby are in full swing at Carrington, as you can see via the photos below.
- Mbeumo and Awujo feel your support October 23, 2026In a unique dual interview with club media, Manchester United men's forward Bryan Mbeumo and women's midfielder Simi Awujo both expressed how crucial our fans' support is to them.
- If you see discrimination, challenge and report it October 23, 2026This weekend's Premier League matches will be dedicated to No Room For Racism, with all 20 clubs emphasising that discrimination has no place in our game.
- Eva's team news ahead of the derby October 23, 2026Eva Olid says there is no change to Manchester United Women's injury list ahead of Sunday's Barclays WSL derby against Man City.
- Carrick: I understand what we can achieve October 23, 2026Michael Carrick said "that spirit, that unity, that togetherness needs to be there" to turn around our recent run of results.
- Carrick's team news for Cherries clash October 23, 2026Manchester United face Bournemouth in the Premier League on Sunday, with Michael Carrick providing an update on the team news for the 14:00 GMT kick-off.
- Read Carrick's opening statement in full October 23, 2026Michael Carrick began Friday's press conference with a strong statement to address his team's recent run of difficult results.
- Have your say in the design of our new home October 23, 2026Today, we're launching the next phase of fan engagement for our proposed new 100,000-seat stadium.
- Why the restless run is important to Maya October 22, 2026Manchester United captain Maya Le Tissier is determined to lead by example as she continues a remarkable run of starts for the Reds.
- Advice for the latest FPL matchweek October 22, 2026Manchester United have teamed up with Fantasy Football Scout to help bring you hints, tips and advice during the 2026/27 Fantasy Premier League (FPL) season.
- When is Carrick's press conference? October 22, 2026Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick will hold his pre-Bournemouth press conference on Friday.
- How to watch and follow: United v Bournemouth October 22, 2026Manchester United are seeking a morale-boosting win against Bournemouth, in the Premier League on Sunday.
- Olid: It’s about more than 11 players October 21, 2026Eva Olid pointed to the importance of having players she can bring into the team and still see positive results in the wake of Manchester United’s 5-3 win over Liverpool in the Subway Women’s Cup on Wednesday night.
- Press conference Q&A: Carrick apologises to fans October 21, 2026Michael Carrick apologised to Manchester United supporters, citing a lack of "intensity", "aggression" and "real willingness to give everything" in the defeat against Como.