Maguire was booed by Man United fans in Melbourne Harry Maguire was booed by Manchester United fans during their pre-season friendly against Crystal Palace in Australia on Tuesday. Several of those in attendance heard the boos and jeers during the game, with one reporter claiming that Maguire had been “booed four times in the opening […]

3 years ago

This would win the World Cup… of kits It’s official, England are winning the World Cup, at least when it comes to kit designs. With the tournament creeping up slowly everybody is awaiting the kits that the Three Lions will wear as they attempt to win the World Cup for the first time since 1966. […]

3 years ago

This will be the first time a woman has featured on the global cover of the game Chelsea striker Sam Kerr will make history by becoming the first female footballer to feature on the cover of EA Sports’ upcoming edition of FIFA. Kerr will feature alongside Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe on the cover of […]

3 years ago

More drama Frenkie de Jong has taken a swipe at Barcelona as his ongoing transfer saga continues to drag on. For what felt like the 100th time last week, a deal between Barça and Manchester United was agreed for a fee in the region of £63m, but there are still complications to the transfer. Barcelona […]

3 years ago

The trial has been granted by the IFAB The Football Association (FA) will trial the removal of all heading from age groups under the age of 12 after being granted permission by the International Football Association Board (IFAB). The Athletic have reported that should the trial prove to be successful, heading could be removed entirely from […]

3 years ago

He’s set be joined by six other high-profile golfers Less than 24 hours after winning The Open, reports have emerged claiming that Cameron Smith is set to join the controversial Saudi-backed LIV Golf tournament. Smith became the first Australian to win the Claret Jug since Greg Norman in 1993, beating Rory McIlroy to the title […]

3 years ago

Let’s get quizzical Hello everyone, how are you? Boiling hot? Me too. It’s absolutely baking outside and you’ve no doubt got fans and ice creams on the go, as well as awaiting the ‘picky bits’ tea when you get home from work. One way to take your mind off just how hot it is outside […]

3 years ago

Robert Lewandowski recently joined Barcelona Barcelona’s refusal to accept they are in a financial crisis has continued after they confirmed the arrival of Robert Lewandowski on Sunday night. Lewandowski joined from Bayern Munich in a deal worth €50m after the Poland international expressed his desire to leave the Bundesliga champions after eight successful years at […]

3 years ago

Reports in the Netherlands claim Ihattaren has been ‘threatened and intimidated’ Ajax youngster Mohamed Ihattaren has been left out of Ajax’s pre-season training camp as he is being ‘threatened and intimidated’, according to reports in the Netherlands. Ihattaren is one of three players to have been excluded from Ajax’s 29-man squad, which has travelled to […]

3 years ago

Even Spartak don’t want Ronaldo Spartak Moscow’s Twitter admin is at it again after they bodied Cristiano Ronaldo’s lack of success at finding a move away from Manchester United with a hilarious tweet. Ronaldo informed United that he wanted to leave the Red Devils after they failed to qualify for the Champions League, citing his […]

3 years ago

Lewandowski has agreed to join Barça on a three-year deal Robert Lewandowski gave an emotional goodbye as he left the Bayern Munich training ground ahead of his move to Barcelona. Reports on Friday said that Bayern and Barça had agreed on a deal worth €50m, with the striker set to sign a three-year contract at […]

3 years ago

All five players have been left out of Barcelona’s pre-season tour squad Xavi is prepared to ‘force’ five Barcelona players out of the club after leaving them out of the Catalan giants’ squad for their pre-season tour. Neto, Martin Braithwaite, Riqui Puig, Samuel Umtiti and Oscar Mingueza have all been left out of Barça’s plans […]

3 years ago

Lukaku returned to Inter Milan on loan this summer Romelu Lukaku has admitted that it was a “mistake” to leave Inter Milan last summer after he spoke for the first time since returning on loan. Lukaku left the club to rejoin Chelsea for a £97m fee last season but failed to hit the ground running, […]

3 years ago

Núñez has featured in both of Liverpool’s pre-season fixtures Darwin Núñez has responded to criticism following his performances in Liverpool’s pre-season fixtures against Manchester United and Crystal Palace. Núñez featured in the final 30 minutes of Liverpool’s 4-0 defeat against United and started the second half in their game against Palace, before being withdrawn half […]

3 years ago

Unvaccinated players will have to quarantine at the World Cup Gareth Southgate is considering leaving unvaccinated players out of his England squad for the World Cup due to the added complications it will bring. Organisers at the tournament have confirmed that any players who have yet to receive the vaccine will be forced to self-isolate […]

3 years ago

Just crazy Atletico Mineiro’s Hulk has revealed that he had to drink 30 litres of water following his side’s game against Flamengo on Wednesday night after losing six kilograms during the game, meaning he struggled to provide a urine sample. No we haven’t made this up, this really did happen. The former Porto and FIFA […]

3 years ago

Football at three, dinner with George Clooney at seven Cesc Fabregas has reportedly agreed a deal with Italian Serie B side Como FC to join the club on a free transfer after being convinced by the club’s sporting director, Dennis Wise. Fabregas is a free agent after leaving Monaco Fabregas is a free agent after […]

3 years ago

Rashford posed with a ball used in the Australian Football League An Australian TV star went on a furious social media rant in response to a photo of Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford posing with the ball used in the Australian Football League (AFL). The photo was posted to the AFL’s social media platforms as Rashford […]

3 years ago

United fans are lacking in confidence despite a summer of change Manchester United fans are one of the least optimistic group of supporters heading into the new Premier League season, according to a survey. The Sky Bet Fan Hope Survey asked fans from all 20 Premier League clubs to share their levels of optimism for the […]

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Núñez recently joined Liverpool from Benfica Jurgen Klopp has revealed why he broke his long-standing rule to sign Darwin Núñez from Benfica this summer. Núñez joined Liverpool for a fee which eclipsed the €100m mark, something Klopp vowed he would never do while in charge as manager. After Paul Pogba’s eye-watering move to Manchester United from […]

3 years ago

*Pretends to be shocked* Barcelona used Chelsea’s interest in signing Frenkie de Jong as a way of pressuring Manchester United into agreeing a deal for the Dutchman, according to reports. In what feels like the longest transfer saga of all time, United have agreed a fee rumoured to be around €85m (£72m) with a guaranteed […]

3 years ago

The BBC apologised for the error BBC News had to issue an on-air apology on Thursday after accidentally showing an image of Raheem Sterling while reporting on an unnamed Premier League player’s arrest on suspicion of rape. The broadcaster had been running a news segment on the case during their morning sports bulletin but accidentally […]

3 years ago

PSG’s Qatari owners are eyeing up the Spanish club Paris Saint-Germain’s Qatari owners have reportedly launched a takeover bid to buy LaLiga side Espanyol after they were put up for sale by Chinese businessman, Chen Yansheng. Radio Marca have reported that two offers have been tabled so far – one from a North American-based group […]

3 years ago

Robert Milkins arrived at the opening ceremony for the event drunk Snooker player Robert Milkins, who arrived at the opening ceremony for the Turkish Masters in March drunk, has been fined £7,000 for “extreme drunken behaviour.” Milkins admitted that he was “out of it” after he had been drinking heavily to celebrate his birthday and […]

3 years ago

Haaland used to play for Solskjaer at Molde Erling Haaland has revealed that he received a congratulatory message from his former manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, following his move to Manchester City. Haaland joined City from Borussia Dortmund this summer after the Premier League champions activated his release clause, beating several other clubs to his signature. One […]

3 years ago

Move aside Lionel, there’s a new king in town Lionel Messi’s reign as the king of FIFA is over, he will no longer be the highest-rated player in the new instalment of the game, set to be released later this year. The Paris Saint-Germain forward was top of the rankings in FIFA 22 and is […]

3 years ago

England will now wear their home kit instead of their crimson away shirt England women will wear their home kit against Northern Ireland on Friday to avoid any colour blind clash with their opponents. Sarina Wiegman’s side had been set to wear their crimson away kit, but will now wear their white shirt, white shorts […]

3 years ago

Simeone is paid the big bucks for every win as Atletico boss Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone is the highest paid manager per win across the whole of Europe last season, a study has discovered. Research conducted by SportingPedia has discovered that Simeone was by far and away the leader, pocketing just short of €2m […]

3 years ago

The commentator has been suspended with immediate effect A Formula One commentator has been suspended indefinitely after calling Lance Stroll “autistic” during live coverage of the Austrian Grand Prix. Lionel Froissart, who works for Belgium’s RTBF Sport, was forced to stand down – pending an investigation – after doubling down on the comment, despite being […]

3 years ago

The club have said he will continue to train with the side The Premier League footballer who was recently arrested on suspicion of rape will not be suspended, his club have confirmed. The player, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was arrested earlier this month and after speaking with police was re-arrested for two more […]

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Liverpool supporters’ group, Spirit of Shankly, want a ‘full apology’ A French Senate report has concluded that it was unfair to blame Liverpool for the chaos that ensued outside the stadium during the Champions League final in Paris. Fans were subjected to long queues and heavy-handed tactics from French authorities, which included being ‘tear-gassed’ and […]

3 years ago

The strangest gift to receive Bruno Fernandes was spotted gifting a Manchester United fan a piece of chicken after their 4-0 pre-season win against Liverpool on Tuesday. United ran out comfortable winners in Bangkok after goals from Jadon Sancho, Fred, Anthony Martial and Facundo Pellistri ensured Erik ten Hag started his reign in charge of […]

3 years ago

Wayne Rooney has retuned to the MLS to take over as manager of DC United Wayne Rooney has hit back at the “disrespectful” reaction to his return to the MLS after he was appointed as the manager of DC United. Rooney returns to the club where he spent two seasons at after leaving Derby County […]

3 years ago

Justin’s dreams were dashed and his shirts were ‘ruined’ Everyone dreams of getting their favourite player’s signature and for fans who follow their club from afar, that’s so much more difficult. But one overseas fan, known only as Justin, thought his moment had finally come to get Christian Pulisic’s signature with Chelsea on tour in […]

3 years ago

Premier League clubs are wanting to combat the risk of a spike in covid infections Premier League clubs are exploring the idea of segregating players according to their vaccination status in order to combat fears of a spike in covid infections this winter. Several clubs have been forced to leave first-team players at home due […]

3 years ago

Ronaldo has been offered to the French giants Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly been offered to Paris Saint-Germain as speculation over where his future lies continues to rumble on. Ronaldo told United that he wanted to leave the club after they failed to secure Champions League football, putting several clubs on red alert. Chelsea are the […]

3 years ago

‘I think he will coach Arsenal in the future’ Mohamed Elneny has been touted to become a future manager for Arsenal once his playing days are over, according to his father. Elneny had initially been linked with a move away from the Emirates Stadium this summer but the 30-year-old penned a new one-year deal, with […]

3 years ago

There will be no Ole at the wheel this World Cup Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has reportedly turned down an approach from Iran to take over the national side ahead of their upcoming appearance at the World Cup. Iran sacked previous boss Dragan Skocic on Monday despite helping Iran to qualify for the tournament in Qatar […]

3 years ago

The trophy parade has already been booked! It’s over before the season has started. The Premier League title? Manchester United’s. Europa League crown? Manchester United’s. FA Cup? League Cup? Yeah, you know where this is going. Quite simply, United are winning the lot this season, at least that’s what some of their supporters think after […]

3 years ago

Will Jake Paul actually get to fight anyone? Jake Paul has claimed his fight with Hasim Rahman Jr is currently in doubt as his opponent is ‘trying to renegotiate his current contract.’ Paul is fighting the professional boxer after his initial rescheduled fight with Tommy Fury was called off after the Briton was refused a […]

3 years ago

Verstappen has called for regulations on alcohol consumption at F1 Grand Prix’s Max Verstappen has called for the level of alcohol consumed by fans at Formula One Grand Prix’s to be regulated following several allegations of abuse at last weekend’s Austrian Grand Prix. Reports on social media included accusations of sexual harassment, homophobic and racial […]

3 years ago

The football is coming back! Another Monday rolls round and with that, the best way to start the week is here: a new edition of the FootballJOE Pub Quiz. The yellow fella is in the sky, the beer gardens are full and your team is making all kinds of signings as they prepare for the […]

3 years ago

Players who have yet to be vaccinated are struggling to secure moves Unvaccinated Premier League players are struggling to find a move away from their clubs as sides around Europe remain reluctant to sign them. The Telegraph have reported that clubs remain fearful of a spike in covid infections. Vaccinations in the French and Italian leagues were […]

3 years ago

They’ll be best of friends now Christian Romero and new Tottenham Hotspur signing Richarlison put their previous differences aside as they exchanged a hug during training. The two have been long-standing rivals but following the Brazilian’s £60m move from Everton, will now be on the same side as opposed to going up against each other. […]

3 years ago

Pogba is on the verge of completing his return to Juventus Paul Pogba was filmed refusing to sign a Manchester United shirt as he landed in Turin to complete his return to Juventus. Pogba left United at the end of the season after the two parties failed to agree on a new deal but left […]

3 years ago

Ecclestone was criticised for praising Putin during an interview Former Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone has apologised for his controversial comments about Vladimir Putin, in which he claimed he would “take a bullet” for him. Ecclestone was criticised after he described the Russian president as a “first class person” during an interview with Good Morning Britain and was […]

3 years ago

The US has a strict entry policy N’Golo Kante and Ruben Loftus-Cheek have been left out of Chelsea’s upcoming pre-season tour to the United States because of their covid-19 vaccination status. The Blues confirmed the news that the pair would not travel with the rest of Thomas Tuchel’s side as they step up their preparations […]

3 years ago

Members of the England squad have previously raised their concerns The England women’s squad will not change the colour of their shorts during the European Championships, despite players raising their concerns over wearing white shorts while on their periods. England’s winning goalscorer from Wednesday night, Beth Mead, raised the concerns during her post-match interview after […]

3 years ago

Igor Benevenuto is a FIFA-ranked referee Brazilian referee Igor Benevenuto has become the first FIFA-ranked referee in history to publicly come out as gay. The 41-year-old came out while appearing on a Globoesporte podcast and expressed his delight at being able to share the news and that he can finally be himself. Benevenuto said he ‘hated’ […]

3 years ago

Raphinha is wanted by Barcelona and Chelsea Leeds United winger Raphinha has given Barcelona a 48-hour deadline to agree a deal for the Brazilian as he leaves the door open for Chelsea to swoop in. The Blues have reportedly agreed a £60m deal with Leeds but it is believed that Raphinha would prefer a move […]

3 years ago