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Arsenal to surprise thousands of fans with phone calls from players and club legends

Arsenal are planning to surprise thousands of supporters with phone calls from current players and club legends during the coronavirus pandemic.




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Thomas Partey's agents apologise for Arsenal, Manchester United transfer Instagram post

The agents of Thomas Partey have apologised after a post which listed the Atletico Madrid star's potential next clubs appeared on their Instagram page.




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LaLiga badges: The history behind the iconic Spanish football crests of Barcelona, Real Madrid and more clubs

Every club has one, and every fan thinks theirs is the best.




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PSG confirmed as Ligue 1 champions again after 2019-20 season halted due to coronavirus

Paris Saint-Germain have officially been awarded their seventh Ligue 1 title in eight years following the cancellation of the French domestic season.




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Daughter surprises dad by finishing Panini football sticker collection started 41 years ago

The coronavirus lockdown has given many of us time to polish off odd-jobs and tie up loose ends, but finally finishing a sticker collection you started 41 years ago is among the more novel.




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PSG dedicate Ligue 1 title to healthcare workers and everyday heroes fighting coronavirus pandemic

Paris Saint-Germain have dedicated their Ligue 1 title win to healthcare staff and key workers battling the coronavirus pandemic.




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Manchester United target Jack Grealish is 'too good for Aston Villa', says Conor Hourihane

Aston Villa midfielder Conor Hourihane says teammate Jack Grealish has outgrown the club and believes it is "only a matter of time" before he gets a move.




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Valencia left-back Jose Gaya explains why he turned down Real Madrid in 2015

Valencia left-back Jose Gaya has revealed why he turned down Real Madrid in 2015.




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LaLiga president Javier Tebas hopes to restart the competition in June




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Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford helps supply over two million weekly meals to those in need

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has revealed in partnership with FareShare, his charity scheme is supplying over two million meals a week to those in need across the UK, adding he will double his initial personal donation.




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Lionel Messi scored his first Barcelona goal 15 years ago today

May 1, 2005 is a date for the history books – a day when everything changed for FC Barcelona as a 17-year-old Lionel Messi scored his first official goal for the Catalan club.




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Transfer news LIVE: Liverpool 'hold Koulibaly talks', Sancho to Man Utd, latest Chelsea and Arsenal rumours

Welcome to the Evening Standard's live blog covering the latest transfer news and rumours from the Premier League and beyond.




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Trent Alexander-Arnold urges Liverpool to join Jadon Sancho transfer race: 'He'd make our team better'

Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold has talked up a move for England colleague Jadon Sancho this summer.




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Barcelona head coach Quique Setien reveals 'huge incentive' for Lautaro Martinez to complete transfer

Barcelona head coach Quique Setien has labelled Lautaro Martinez a "great footballer" and believes the chance to play alongside Lionel Messi is a huge incentive for the Inter Milan striker.




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The matchday problems the Premier League faces if football resumes as part of Project Restart

Premier League clubs will meet today as officials prepare to step up plans for 'Project Restart', in the hope that the English football season can yet be completed and avoid the fate of its French and Dutch counterparts.




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Willian to Arsenal or Tottenham? Transfer target assessed in battle for Chelsea star

Arsenal have reportedly overtaken Tottenham in the race to sign Chelsea winger Willian, who is expected to leave Stamford Bridge on a free.




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Willian should join Jose Mourinho at Tottenham over rivals Arsenal, says Brazilian legend Rivaldo

Brazilian legend Rivaldo believes Chelsea midfielder Willian would become an important player for Tottenham should he sign in the summer, insisting his existing relationship with Jose Mourinho would prove highly beneficial.




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The Premier League proposals being discussed today at Project Restart meeting

Premier League clubs will meet today to discuss the options to resume the 2019-20 season.




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Fifa 20 wonderkids: Top 100 career mode future stars, cheap young players with best potential

With football across the globe on hold, it seems the perfect moment to load up a new​ FIFA 20 career mode save.




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Fifa 20 wonderkids: Top 100 career mode future stars, cheap young players with most potential

With football across the globe on hold, it seems the perfect moment to load up a new​ FIFA 20 career mode save.




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Fifa 20 wonderkids: Top 100 career mode future stars, cheap young players with most potential

With football across the globe on hold, it seems the perfect moment to load up a new​ FIFA 20 career mode save.




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FIFA 20 best young players to sign: Top 100 career mode wonderkids, cheap buys with best potential

With football across the globe on pause, it seems the ideal moment to load up a new​ FIFA 20 career mode save.




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Premier League 'Project Restart' on the table as crunch talks over future of sport begin

The Premier League and wider sport were on Friday undergoing crunch talks which will be pivotal in deciding the reality of a return to action.




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Jadon Sancho reacts to Liverpool transfer talk after Trent Alexander-Arnold comments

Jadon Sancho has stirred the transfer pot, teasing Liverpool fans tuning in to Trent Alexander-Arnold's Instagram Live on Thursday.




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Brighton pay tribute to NHS with special shirt as Steven Alzate helps families in Colombia

Brighton and Hove Albion have designed a special shirt to pay tribute to the NHS and key workers during the coronavirus pandemic.




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Former Liverpool defender Dominic Matteo reveals he still can't read or write after brain tumour recovery

Former Liverpool defender Dominic Matteo has opened up on the arduous recovery he faces after overcoming a brain tumour.




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Jadon Sancho transfer decision: Man Utd, Chelsea, Barcelona, Real Madrid and Liverpool keeping tabs

Jadon Sancho is likely to face a big decision this summer with Europe's elite circling.




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Kieran Trippier charged with misconduct in relation to alleged breaches of FA's betting rules

England international Kieran Trippier has been charged with misconduct in relation to alleged breaches of The FA's betting rules.




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Chelsea winger Willian talks up 'big friend' Jose Mourinho amid Tottenham links

Chelsea winger Willian has talked up a reunion with Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho but insisted no decision over his future has been made.




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Ex-Chelsea team doctor Eva Carneiro calls for culture change in football amid coronavirus restart talks

Carneiro: "It only takes one case for this to blow up and to put a lot of individuals at risk"




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Chelsea's Kepa Arrizabalaga dismisses Frank Lampard rift as goalkeeper targets 'winning everything'

Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga has rejected speculation linking him with a move away from the club, insisting he has a "very good relationship" with coach Frank Lampard.




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Premier League confirm plan to finish season should government restrictions allow

Premier League clubs underlined their commitment to complete the season as the "first tentative" steps towards a restart were discussed on Friday.




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Premier League clubs told neutral venues must be used to finish season

Premier League clubs have been told the remaining 92 matches of the 2019-20 season will have to be played at neutral stadiums for the campaign to finish.




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Real Madrid winger Gareth Bale admits interest in MLS switch: 'It's a league that's on the up'

Real Madrid winger Gareth Bale has expressed an interest in moving to Major League Soccer (MLS) in the United States.




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Liverpool success and football stoppage may convince Jurgen Klopp to delay retirement, says Guillem Balague

Liverpool's success combined with the current enforced break from football may have convinced Jurgen Klopp to prolong any future retirement plans, according to football journalist Guillem Balague.




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Manchester United loanee Chris Smalling 'wants Roma stay' as Paulo Fonseca hails 'amazing' defender

AS Roma head coach Paulo Fonseca has reiterated his desire to keep Manchester United defender Chris Smalling at the club beyond the end of his current loan stint.




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Jack Grealish teases Manchester United transfer with cheeky hint

Jack Grealish has dropped a cheeky hint over a possible summer move to Manchester United.




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US women's football team lose court battle over equal pay

The US women's national football team's (USWNT) push for equal pay was dismissed by a court on Friday.




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Transfer news LIVE: Chelsea agree second signing, Sancho to Man Utd latest; Arsenal, Liverpool rumours, gossip

Welcome to the Evening Standard's live blog covering the latest transfer news and rumours from the Premier League and Europe.




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David Beckham turns 45: Watch the birthday boy's 10 best Manchester United goals

It is hard to believe that it has been seven years now since Manchester United and England legend David Beckham made the final appearance of his glittering 20-year playing career.




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Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho reveals the only time he's cried after losing

Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho has revealed he cried after Real Madrid lost on penalties to Bayern Munich in the Champions League semi-finals in 2012.




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David Beckham: BT Sport mark Manchester United legend's birthday with Champions League TV special

BT Sport will broadcast a special programme on Saturday to mark David Beckham's 45th birthday, showing some of the Manchester United legend's finest Champions League moments.




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Where are they now? Barcelona's starting XI the day Lionel Messi scored his first LaLiga goal

Friday marked 15 years since Lionel Messi hit his very first goal for Barcelona.




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'No way' Liverpool's Istanbul heroes could beat Jurgen Klopp's Premier League destroyers, says Guillem Balague

Liverpool's 2005 Champions League winners would have no chance of beating the current Reds crop, according to football journalist Guillem Balague.




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Gareth Bale opens up on the 'Wales, Golf, Madrid' flag celebration which upset Real Madrid fans

Gareth Bale has spoken for the first time about the 'Wales. Golf. Madrid' flag celebration which upset Real Madrid fans last year.




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Who is Houssem Aouar? What we know about the reported Liverpool, Arsenal and Man City transfer target at Lyon

The latest young star attracting interest from the Premier League's elite is Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar.




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Who is Houssem Aouar? What we know about the reported Arsenal, Liverpool, and Man City transfer target at Lyon

The latest young star attracting interest from the Premier League's elite is Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar.




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Why Chelsea teen Billy Gilmour wears a Liverpool shirt while playing football in the garden

It's a rare sight football fans never want to see: one of their own wearing a rival club's shirt.




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Lionel Messi is not a natural goalscorer, argues Tim Sherwood

Tim Sherwood has suggested Lionel Messi is not a 'natural goalscorer', insisting talent in football can only be nurtured.




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Arsenal and Manchester United target Dayot Upamecano will be allowed to leave in summer, Leipzig suggest

Manchester United and Arsenal have been handed a major boost in their pursuit of in-demand centre-half Dayot Upamecano with RB Leipzig managing director Oliver Mintzlaff revealing top players will not leave for free.