Former Tottenham striker Darren Bent has condemned the "disgusting" abuse aimed at Mesut Ozil after the German stalled over a pay-cut agreement.

Former Charlton and Chelsea defender Paul Elliott believe there is still work to be done to eliminate racism in football, on the second National Stephen Lawrence Day.

Iain Brunskill should currently be getting his teeth into an exciting new role with the Chinese FA.

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James Rodriguez has been linked with a sensational switch to David Beckham's MLS franchise, Inter Miami.

Beckham's offer is part of the 'All In Challenge' to help feed vulnerable people during the coronavirus pandemic

The Women's 2021 European Championship in England will be delayed by a year and played from July 6 to 31, 2022, at the same venues as originally planned, UEFA has announced.

Arsenal midfielder Dani Ceballos, who is on loan from Real Madrid, says he has been assured his future is at the Santiago Bernabeu.

SC Cambuur head coach Henk de Jong has blasted the decision to declare the Dutch league void, branding it the "biggest scandal" in the country's sporting history.

Arsenal appear to have a key member of the Aubameyang camp batting for them after the striker's father sent a clear message to his son on Instagram.

Raheem Sterling believes team-mate David Silva's will be "sorely missed" as Manchester City prepare for life without their Spanish superstar.

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With copious amounts of spare time on their hands, footballers have been forced to adapt their routines during lockdown and if you're Mohamed Salah, that includes working out at all hours.

Incoming Chelsea signing Hakim Ziyech has addressed talk of him making his debut this season amid the ongoing uncertainty over the Premier League season.

Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea has reaffirmed his commitment to the club.

Tottenham should consider selling Tanguy Ndombele if it means getting Nelson Semedo and Samuel Umtiti, says former Spurs striker Darren Bent.

Before the suspension of the 2019-20 Premier League campaign, West Ham were embroiled in a fierce fight to retain their top-flight status.

Spanish midfielder Dani Ceballos has revealed Arsenal players showed signs of coronavirus symptoms following manager Mikel Arteta's diagnosis, but were not tested.

David Moyes remains set on overhauling the West Ham squad this summer, but sees Declan Rice as a vital part of his plans going forward.

British billionaire Alki David remains interested in securing the naming rights deal for Barcelona's Camp Nou stadium with his cannabis company and claims he could bring 'great ideas' to the Catalan club, before revealing plans to 'clone his wife'.

Jadon Sancho is not the only Bundesliga star to have Europe's leading clubs like Manchester United lining up for him.

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Frank Lampard is speaking to Dries Mertens "almost every day" as the Chelsea step up their pursuit of the Belgian striker, according to reports.

Mauricio Pochettino has hinted he should have been given more time at Tottenham, citing Sir Alex Ferguson's Manchester United and Michael Jordan's Chicago Red Bulls as ideal examples of sporting patience.

Former Premier League striker Dave Kitson has announced his bid to end Gordon Taylor's near four-decade run as chief executive of the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA).

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

Former Arsenal and England striker Ian Wright has become the latest member of the football community to hit out at Dave Kitson's bid to become the new chief of the PFA.

Arsenal legend Tony Adams has told of how the club's transfer market ambition in the 1990s helped convince him to turn down Manchester United – and revealed his frustration at the difference in attitude today.

Arsenal's legendary captain Tony Adams has voiced his concern that Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang could become the latest high profile star to quit the club this summer.

Paul Pogba is targeting an immediate comeback from injury for Manchester United when Premier League football returns.

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Dave Kitson has apologised for using "clumsy language" when assessing the racial abuse suffered by Raheem Sterling at Chelsea back in 2018.

David Moyes says Billy Gilmour is the one Scottish player he would sign for West Ham over any other.

Spain's Copa del Rey final could take place in 2021 after the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) agreed to calls from Athletic Club and Real Sociedad for the match to be played in front of fans.

On this day in 2010, Tottenham secured their place in the Champions League for the first time with a 1-0 win against Manchester City at The Etihad.

The National League board will meet today to discuss whether to hold play-offs – but a decision is likely to be delayed until there is more clarity from the EFL.

Manchester United Foundation are donating £300,000 to schools and colleges in a latest move in response to the coronavirus pandemic.

"An amazing night at Selhurst Park, Liverpool have caved in!"

The former coach of Bayern Munich star Alphonso Davies has revealed how Jose Mourinho and Manchester United missed out on the chance to sign the young full-back.

Barcelona and Real Madrid players will be back at their club's installations for tests on Wednesday as LaLiga teams prepare for a return to training this week.

Premier League clubs are working towards a restart as the whole sport battles with the coronavirus pandemic.

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