Callum Boyle

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Callum Boyle is a trending writer covering sports ranging from football to mixed martial arts and boxing. His content ranges from general news articles to features and opinion pieces.

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  • Patrice Evra trolls Oasis at book launch with Wonderwall cover

    Patrice Evra trolls Oasis at book launch with Wonderwall cover

    Can’t imagine we’ll be seeing him headlining Glastonbury any time soon Patrice Evra started off his book promotion tour in true Evra style as he entered the stage by singing ‘Wonderwall’ by Oasis. The song, performed by the Manchester City-supporting band was sung by the Manchester United legend to reference their ‘noisy neighbours’ ahead of […]

    4 years ago

  • Mark Clattenburg admits he gave Atletico Madrid a penalty after offside mistake

    Mark Clattenburg admits he gave Atletico Madrid a penalty after offside mistake

    “It was one of those perfect scenarios in refereeing.” Mark Clattenburg admitted he gave Atletico Madrid a penalty in the 2016 Champions League final against Real Madrid for ‘balance’ after his assistant wrongly awarded Real an offside goal. Real Madrid ended up beating their city rivals on penalties but it didn’t come without controversy after […]

    4 years ago

  • Xavi confirmed as the new Barcelona manager

    Xavi confirmed as the new Barcelona manager

    The Barça legend has returned the Nou Camp Barcelona have confirmed the return of club legend Xavi to the Nou Camp as their manager on a contract until 2024. The 41-year-old returns to the club where he spent17 years, making 767 appearances in his time at the Camp Nou and joins after leaving Qatari club, […]

    4 years ago

  • Jadon Sancho made a ‘mistake’ joining Man Utd, claims German legend Matthaus

    Jadon Sancho made a ‘mistake’ joining Man Utd, claims German legend Matthaus

    “When I see how many minutes he was playing this season or which games he was playing then I think it was a mistake” German legend Lothar Matthaus has told Sky Sports that Jadon Sancho made a ‘mistake’ joining Manchester United from Borussia Dortmund in the summer. It’s been a tough time for the 21-year-old since […]

    4 years ago

  • Ronnie O’Sullivan nearly missed start of snooker game due to eating a kebab

    Ronnie O’Sullivan nearly missed start of snooker game due to eating a kebab

    Pre-match kebab > the actual match Snooker star Ronnie O’Sullivan almost missed the start of his snooker game in Milton Keynes on Wednesday as he was busy eating a kebab. As per the MailOnline, the 45-year-old arrived just in time for his English Open match against Michael Georgiou, however it seemed he may have been struggling […]

    4 years ago

  • Jose Mourinho faces another touchline ban after Instagram posts

    Jose Mourinho faces another touchline ban after Instagram posts

    One day where Mourinho isn’t in trouble, that’s all we ask Jose Mourinho is facing another touchline ban from Serie A following his Instagram posts in which he complained about two penalty decisions. Mourinho sent out a post where he compared a penalty his side were awarded against Juventus last month to one the Bianconeri […]

    4 years ago

  • Jamie Carragher caught Googling who co-pundit was by Micah Richards

    Jamie Carragher caught Googling who co-pundit was by Micah Richards

    Edu was working alongside Richards and Carragher for CBS’ coverage of the Champions League Jamie Carragher was caught in the act by Micah Richards as he was seen Googling who fellow pundit Maurice Edu was when they were working together. Edu – who played for Rangers and the United States – was working alongside Carragher […]

    4 years ago

  • UEFA confirm Felipe red card was for foul, not ignoring the referee

    UEFA confirm Felipe red card was for foul, not ignoring the referee

    UEFA have clarified the situation Atletico Madrid had the worst half imaginable as they found themselves 2-0 behind and down to 10 men against Liverpool on Wednesday. Already two down courtesy of Diogo Jota and Sadio Mane’s goals, any hopes of salvaging anything were all but ended when Felipe was sent off for Diego Simeone’s […]

    4 years ago

  • Felipe sent off for Atletico Madrid after ignoring the referee three times

    Felipe sent off for Atletico Madrid after ignoring the referee three times

    He blatantly ignored him three times Atletico Madrid were been reduced to 10 men after defender Felipe was sent off for in confusing circumstances shortly before half-time. Felipe had been penalised for fouling Sadio Mane, who was on the verge of breaking through on goal. The referee, Danny Makkelie of the Netherlands, appeared to be […]

    4 years ago

  • Liverpool fans boo Luis Suarez on return to Anfield

    Liverpool fans boo Luis Suarez on return to Anfield

    One reason includes his altercation in the tunnel with Andy Robertson Liverpool fans booed Luis Suarez on his second return to Anfield with Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on Wednesday night. As the two sides warmed up for the game on Merseyside, there were boos from all around the ground as his name was […]

    4 years ago

  • Yorkshire Tea end partnership with Yorkshire CC over race row

    Yorkshire Tea end partnership with Yorkshire CC over race row

    “We wholeheartedly believe that cricket should be a sport for everyone” Yorkshire Tea have announced that they have ended their partnership with Yorkshire Cricket Club after they were accused of “endemic racism.” Bimey. Yorkshire Cricket Club have lost Yorkshire Tea. https://t.co/Sy5or6IsaF — Alan White (@aljwhite) November 3, 2021 In a statement on their website, they […]

    4 years ago

  • Gerard Pique told Barça president ‘nothing bad would happen’ if Messi left

    Gerard Pique told Barça president ‘nothing bad would happen’ if Messi left

    How’s that working out so far, Gerard? Barcelona’s Gerard Pique reportedly told club president Joan Laporta that ‘nothing bad would happen’ if they let Lionel Messi leave which contributed to his departure. According to director of Spanish newspaper Sport, Lluis Mascaro, Pique informed Laporta that all would be okay if they let the legendary Argentinian […]

    4 years ago

  • FIFA agree to new climate change targets – despite biennial World Cup plan

    FIFA agree to new climate change targets – despite biennial World Cup plan

    But they’re still more than happy to try and send 48 nations around the world every other year FIFA have agreed to new climate change targets at the COP26 conference in Glasgow, despite pushing plans for a 48-nation biennial World Cup. As reported by the BBC, the targets were revealed during the conference which includes reaching net […]

    4 years ago

  • Boris Johnson compares climate change talks to footballing comeback

    Boris Johnson compares climate change talks to footballing comeback

    In one metaphor, Boris Johnson has proved he understands neither football nor climate change Boris Johnson praised talks from the first two days at Cop26 and compared it from coming back from ‘5-1 down’ to pulling ‘back a goal, or perhaps even two’ and said that they could ‘take this thing to extra time.’ The […]

    4 years ago

  • Diego Simeone explains why he won’t shake Jurgen Klopp’s hand

    Diego Simeone explains why he won’t shake Jurgen Klopp’s hand

    Simeone has explained why he doesn’t shake hands with managers Diego Simeone has explained why he won’t shake Jurgen Klopp’s hand after the game between Liverpool and Atletico Madrid on Wednesday night. Simeone was criticised during the last meeting between the two teams a fortnight ago after he refused to shake the hand of Klopp following […]

    4 years ago

  • Dutch youngster Mohamed Ihattaren ‘considering retiring’ due to depression

    Dutch youngster Mohamed Ihattaren ‘considering retiring’ due to depression

    The Dutch youngster is rumoured to be considering retiring as a result of suffering from depression Dutch youngster Mohamed Ihattaren is considering retiring from football at the age of just 19 due to suffering from depression, reports calciomercato.com. The highly-rated midfielder was signed by Juventus in the summer after making 74 appearances for PSV Eindhoven, […]

    4 years ago

  • Spurs managed to mess up Conte announcement on Twitter

    Spurs managed to mess up Conte announcement on Twitter

    Never change, Spurs Antonio Conte was appointed as manager of Tottenham Hotspur on Tuesday, replacing Nuno Espirito Santo on an 18-month contract. The signing is quite the coup for Tottenham, especially considering the Italian turned down the opportunity to manage them back in the summer. However, amid the excitement of the announcement, as the club […]

    4 years ago

  • Antonio Conte has very specific sex rules for Tottenham players

    Antonio Conte has very specific sex rules for Tottenham players

    A tactical mindset both on and off the pitch Antonio Conte has been appointed as the new Tottenham Hotspur manager on Tuesday morning after they sacked Nuno Espirito Santo on an 18-month deal. But while we all speculate about what players will play where and whether we are about to see him transform Lucas Moura […]

    4 years ago

  • Carl Frampton says Jake Paul will beat ‘relative novice’ Tommy Fury

    Carl Frampton says Jake Paul will beat ‘relative novice’ Tommy Fury

    Frampton spoke to JOE after a fight between Paul and Fury was confirmed last week Former professional boxer Carl Frampton has backed Jake Paul to beat Tommy Fury after the two announced they would fight in December. After months of talks, a deal was agreed between the YouTuber-turned-boxer and former Love Island star Fury to […]

    4 years ago

  • Barcelona confirm Sergio Aguero is out for three months after hospital tests

    Barcelona confirm Sergio Aguero is out for three months after hospital tests

    Aguero was diagnosed with cardiac arrhythmia after complaining of chest pains Barcelona have confirmed that Sergio Aguero will be out for three months after he fell ill during their game with Alaves last weekend. Aguero was substituted after suffering chest pains in the game last weekend and after going to hospital, tests confirmed he had […]

    4 years ago

  • Jude Bellingham laughs off rumours of joining Liverpool

    Jude Bellingham laughs off rumours of joining Liverpool

    The talented youngster is set for a move to Anfield next year… just not according to Bellingham himself Jude Bellingham has laughed off rumours that he will join Liverpool next summer after Craig Hignett stated he had it on ‘good authority’ via FourFourTwo. Bellingham has been a revelation since joining Borussia Dortmund in 2020 and […]

    4 years ago

  • Wilfried Zaha told by Instagram to report racists himself in order to see action

    Wilfried Zaha told by Instagram to report racists himself in order to see action

    Zaha was racially abused after Crystal Palace’s win against Manchester City last weekend Wilfried Zaha has been told by Instagram that he will need to report any incidents of racial abuse himself report any incidents of racial abuse himself if he wants to see action, reports the Mirror. Zaha took to Instagram to reveal a […]

    4 years ago

  • Ole Gunnar Solskjaer claims he has ‘always enjoyed criticism’

    Ole Gunnar Solskjaer claims he has ‘always enjoyed criticism’

    Solskjaer has been under pressure in recent weeks but was given a lifeline after the win at Spurs Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has claimed that he enjoys criticism from those that feel he is not the right man for the Manchester United job. The United boss has come under immense pressure in recent weeks, however was […]

    4 years ago

  • Game in Argentina abandoned after coach was shot in shoulder

    Game in Argentina abandoned after coach was shot in shoulder

    The coach was shot after violence broke out in the stands between the two sets of supporters A third division football game in Argentina was abandoned after the head coach of Ferro de General Pic was shot in the shoulder. The game between Huracan Las Heras and Ferro de General Pic saw violence break out […]

    4 years ago

  • Gremio fans invade pitch and try to break VAR monitor after home defeat

    Gremio fans invade pitch and try to break VAR monitor after home defeat

    Gremio fans well and truly lost their s**t after their defeat on Sunday night There were violent scenes at the home of one of Brazil’s biggest clubs after Gremio fans stormed the pitch on Sunday night. Gremio have struggled this season, despite having the likes of former Bayern Munich players Douglas Costa and Rafinha amongst […]

    4 years ago

  • Unai Emery made favourite to take Newcastle Utd job

    Unai Emery made favourite to take Newcastle Utd job

    Could Emery be coming back to the Premier League Unai Emery is the favourite to become the next Newcastle United manager according to Sport1 chief reporter, Patrick Berger (no, not the ex-Liverpool player). Newcastle have been without a manager since sacking Steve Bruce, with his former assistant Graeme Jones taking charge while the search for a […]

    4 years ago

  • Nuno Espirito Santo sacked by Tottenham after four months in charge

    Nuno Espirito Santo sacked by Tottenham after four months in charge

    He’d barely been in the job four months Tottenham Hotspur have sacked Nuno Espirito Santo as manager just four months after taking charge of the club. Club announcement. — Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) November 1, 2021 Fabio Paratici, Managing Director, Football, said: “I know how much Nuno and his coaching staff wanted to succeed and I […]

    4 years ago

  • Everybody is confused why Kortney Hause wasn’t sent off for Aston Villa

    Everybody is confused why Kortney Hause wasn’t sent off for Aston Villa

    The Villa defender caught Pablo Fornals with a flailing arm and wasn’t shown a red card Aston Villa were beaten comfortably by West Ham United on Sunday afternoon, but people have been left confused as to why Kortney Hause wasn’t sent off. Goals from Ben Johnson, Declan Rice, Pablo Fornals and Jarrod Bowen cancelled out […]

    4 years ago

  • Kylian Mbappe ‘doesn’t do enough’ for PSG, claims Zlatan

    Kylian Mbappe ‘doesn’t do enough’ for PSG, claims Zlatan

    ‘I love him but he doesn’t do enough’ Zlatan Ibrahimovic has called out Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe, claiming that he ‘doesn’t do enough’ for the team. Ibrahimovic, who spent four years at the Parc de Princes, also challenged Mbappe to associate himself with people who criticise the 22-year-old in order to improve. Speaking to […]

    4 years ago

  • Tottenham considering the future of Nuno Espirito Santo

    Tottenham considering the future of Nuno Espirito Santo

    Nuno’s days could be numbered already Tottenham Hotspur are considering the future of manager Nuno Espirito Santo with discussions already taking place between Daniel Levy and the board. The Telegraph have reported that the former Wolverhampton Wanderers manager’s days could be numbered already after talks about his future took place on Sunday following Spurs’ defeat to Manchester […]

    4 years ago

  • James Rodriguez loses his head and gets two quickfire yellows for Al Rayyan

    James Rodriguez loses his head and gets two quickfire yellows for Al Rayyan

    Wondering what James has been up to since leaving the Toffees? Giving it the biggun over in Qatar, apparently James Rodriguez was sent off for Al Rayyan after he was shown two yellow cards in quick succession for dissent during a league game in Qatar. The former Everton and Real Madrid midfielder was given his […]

    4 years ago

  • Sergio Aguero diagnosed with cardiac arrhythmia after hospital tests

    Sergio Aguero diagnosed with cardiac arrhythmia after hospital tests

    Aguero was substituted in Barcelona’s game against Alaves after complaining of troubles with his breathing Barcelona forward Sergio Aguero has been diagnosed with cardiac arrhythmia after being subbed in the draw with Alaves due to trouble breathing. The 33-year-old asked to be replaced in the first half and was seen looking concerned whilst holding his […]

    4 years ago

  • Kieron Dyer diagnosed with primary sclerosing cholangitis

    Kieron Dyer diagnosed with primary sclerosing cholangitis

    Dyer will have a liver transplant after being diagnosed with primary sclerosing cholangitis Kieron Dyer is to have a liver transplant after the Ipswich Town Under-23s manager has been diagnosed with primary sclerosing cholangitis. Dyer was admitted to hospital to undertake tests earlier last week with Ipswich saying that the 42-year-old had been suffering problems with […]

    4 years ago

  • Solskjaer jokes with fan saying they ‘can abuse him after’ Man Utd win

    Solskjaer jokes with fan saying they ‘can abuse him after’ Man Utd win

    No holding back from Solskjaer here Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer jokingly said to a heckling fan that they “can abuse him after” following their win against Tottenham Hotspur. It’s been a tough few weeks for the Norwegian who has been under severe pressure following a run of poor results, but a much-needed win […]

    4 years ago

  • Gary Neville sends warning to Jadon Sancho after slow start to Man Utd career

    Gary Neville sends warning to Jadon Sancho after slow start to Man Utd career

    Sancho was an unused substitute in United’s 3-0 win away to Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday night Gary Neville has warned Jadon Sancho that he could end up struggling for game time “if he’s not careful” after he was an unused substitute in Manchester United‘s win on Saturday night. United cruised to a 3-0 win away […]

    4 years ago

  • Christian Eriksen not allowed to play in Italy with fitted ICD

    Christian Eriksen not allowed to play in Italy with fitted ICD

    Inter Milan will allow Eriksen to find a new club in January after being told he can’t play in Italy with a fitted ICD Christian Eriksen will be allowed to leave Inter Milan after being told he can’t play in Italy with an implanted cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) fitted. The Denmark international suffered a cardiac arrest […]

    4 years ago

  • Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney spotted doing shots with locals in Welsh pub

    Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney spotted doing shots with locals in Welsh pub

    Embracing the Welsh culture in true style Hollywood duo Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have been given a true Wrexham welcome as they were spotted doing shots with locals in a Welsh pub. Reynolds and McElhenney clubbed together to become joint-owners of the National League side in February but due to Covid restrictions and other […]

    4 years ago

  • Gini Wijnaldum doesn’t have support of South American players at PSG

    Gini Wijnaldum doesn’t have support of South American players at PSG

    Several South American stars at PSG have been unsupportive towards the Dutchman due to Leandro Paredes playing in the same position All doesn’t seem well at Paris Saint-Germain, particularly for Georginio Wijnaldum, who has struggled to adapt since his summer move from Liverpool. The Dutchman has rarely featured, completing 90 minutes just twice this season […]

    4 years ago

  • Patrice Evra claims Ronaldo left Juventus because they made him a ‘scapegoat’

    Patrice Evra claims Ronaldo left Juventus because they made him a ‘scapegoat’

    Evra believes that Ronaldo’s desire for ‘love and respect’ convinced him to leave Juventus Patrice Evra has claimed that Cristiano Ronaldo left Juventus in the summer because he felt like the club had made him a ‘scapegoat’ for their poor performances. Ronaldo left the Bianconeri in the summer to rejoin Manchester United after spending three […]

    4 years ago

  • Harry Maguire says ‘most rumours’ from United dressing room aren’t true

    Harry Maguire says ‘most rumours’ from United dressing room aren’t true

    “Yes of course. Ole has played for this club for many years and he has been the manager for three years.” Manchester United captain Harry Maguire has said that under-fire boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is the right man to lead the club despite the poor run of form. Results have not been up to standard […]

    4 years ago

  • Jamie Redknapp says Man Utd dressing room is ‘like a holiday camp’

    Jamie Redknapp says Man Utd dressing room is ‘like a holiday camp’

    “I’ve been in dressing rooms before when things aren’t working for the manager and that’s what it looks like to me.” Jamie Redknapp has said that the Manchester United dressing room feels “like a holiday camp” and that manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is “too nice.” United have been on everybody’s minds of late following their […]

    4 years ago

  • Five substitute rule in football to be made permanent

    Five substitute rule in football to be made permanent

    The temporary rule was first used during project restart in May 2020 Football is likely to see a big change as the temporary rule to use five substitutions in a game is expected to become permanent according to the Times. The International Football Association board’s (IFAB) technical and football panels heard the proposal which has gained […]

    4 years ago

  • Tyron Woodley set to fight Dan Hardy in the UK

    Tyron Woodley set to fight Dan Hardy in the UK

    Woodley had originally wanted a rematch with Jake Paul Tyron Woodley looks set to go up against Dan Hardy in his next fight, which is expected to take place in the UK early next year, according to the Mirror. Woodley, who lost to Jake Paul in his most recent fight, had previously stated that he wanted […]

    4 years ago

  • Father of autistic son shares heartwarming story of first Arsenal match

    Father of autistic son shares heartwarming story of first Arsenal match

    A great gesture from the Arsenal staff An Arsenal fan has shared a heartwarming story of taking his son to his first game in which he praised the kindness of the staff who helped his child. The fan explained that his son was autistic and the Carabao Cup tie against Leeds United on Tuesday night […]

    4 years ago

  • Danny Mills forgets he’s on air as he calls Man Utd ‘s***’ on Sky Sports

    Danny Mills forgets he’s on air as he calls Man Utd ‘s***’ on Sky Sports

    Say it how it is Danny We’ve all had a moment where we forget where we are, and Danny Mills was no different on Sky Sports as he called Manchester United “shit,” not realising he was still live on air. Mills was speaking on the Football Show in which the main topic – unsurprisingly – […]

    4 years ago

  • Unnamed PSG star robbed after stopping at traffic lights

    Unnamed PSG star robbed after stopping at traffic lights

    The incident took place on Tuesday night in Western Paris An unnamed Paris Saint-Germain player was robbed on Tuesday night after being stopped at the traffic lights in Western Paris. According to Le Parisien, the individual was stopped at the red lights in the Bois de Boulogne public park area. The report also claims that […]

    4 years ago

  • Former England International Kieron Dyer admitted to hospital

    Former England International Kieron Dyer admitted to hospital

    The Ipswich Town Under-23s manager is “undertaking tests” Former England international Kieron Dyer is in hospital after Ipswich Town confirmed the Under-23s manager is “undertaking tests.” In a statement on the official Ipswich Town website  the club said: “The Club can confirm that Town U23 manager Kieron Dyer is currently undertaking tests in hospital. “Everyone at […]

    4 years ago

  • Manchester United back Paul Pogba after calling out The Sun

    Manchester United back Paul Pogba after calling out The Sun

    Pogba accused The Sun of lying and United were quick to back their player Manchester United have backed midfielder Paul Pogba after he accused The Sun of lying after they claimed that he ignored manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. The newspaper made the comments following United’s humiliating 5-0 defeat to Liverpool last weekend, reporting that he […]

    4 years ago