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Pogba, Bellerin, Martial, Beckham and more footballers sporting buzzcuts during coronavirus lockdown

If there is one thing footballers have in common with fans during the coronavirus pandemic, it is that when it comes to hairstyles, they are all very much in the same boat.




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Manchester United transfer targets: Every striker on their summer shortlist revealed

Manchester United have four key strikers on their summer transfer shortlist, Standard Sport understands.




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Dimitar Berbatov on why 'impatient' Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho broke coronavirus guidelines

Dimitar Berbatov says Jose Mourinho broke government guidelines to meet with Tanguy Ndombele because the manager is "impatient for football to return".




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New Chelsea kit: 'Leaked' shirt for 2020-21 season branded 'worst kit ever' by fans

Chelsea fans have been almost unanimous in their condemnation of a 'leaked' shirt for next season after a model posed in the strip and posted it on social media.




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Manchester United should keep Alexis Sanchez after coronavirus pandemic, says Paul Merson

Former Arsenal man Paul Merson believes football's coronavirus shutdown may end up giving Alexis Sanchez a second chance at Manchester United.




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West Ham squad to defer part of their wages while owners inject £30m into club to battle coronavirus costs

West Ham's players have become the second Premier League squad to defer part of their wages while owners David Sullivan and David Gold have injected £30million into the club in order to combat the financial impact of coronavirus.




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Coronavirus sport news LIVE: Kenny Dalglish tests positive for Covid-19, West Ham players defer part of wages

Welcome to the Evening Standard's LIVE coverage as the coronavirus crisis continues to heavily impact sport across the globe.




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Managers want players tested for virus before football returns, warns LMA boss

Football managers in England do not want the season to be restarted unless players have been tested for coronavirus, the head of the League Managers' Association has said.




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Liverpool legend Kenny Dalglish tests positive for coronavirus and remains in hospital showing no symptoms

Liverpool legend Sir Kenny Dalglish has tested positive for Covid-19 but does not currently have any symptoms of the virus.




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Cristiano Ronaldo warned he has 'no privileges' during lockdown after training session at Madeira Stadium

Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo has been warned he has no special "privilege" after he was pictured training at a local stadium in his native Madeira.




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Liverpool winger Xherdan Shaqiri opens up on helping Takumi Minamino settle into life at Anfield

Xherdan Shaqiri has revealed that he is part of a group of German-speaking players helping Takumi Minamino settle into life at Liverpool.




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​Liverpool's Roberto Firmino not focused on scoring goals, says former Red Emile Heskey

Former Liverpool striker Emile Heskey believes Roberto Firmino doesn't focus on scoring goals, instead providing the 'gel' that glues his side together.




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Paul Pogba and Ousmane Dembele join Antoine Griezmann gaming marathon for Red Cross coronavirus appeal

Barcelona star Antoine Griezmann has raised almost €30,000 for the Red Cross after enlisting the help of French teammates Paul Pogba and Ousmane Dembele for a gaming marathon.




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Sir Kenny Dalglish's family thank fans for 'humbling' support after Liverpool hero tests positive for Covid-19

The family of Liverpool legend Sir Kenny Dalglish have thanked football fans around the world for their messages of support after the 69-year-old was diagnosed with coronavirus.




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Liverpool legend Kenny Dalglish released from hospital and hails NHS staff as they battle coronavirus

Liverpool legend Sir Kenny Dalglish has praised the efforts of NHS staff across the UK after being released from hospital following a positive coronavirus diagnosis.




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Kylian Mbappe to Real Madrid 'was almost done' before coronavirus crisis, says former PSG star Jerome Rothen

And the France World Cup winner 'won't sign a new contract' with the Ligue1 giants




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Coronavirus sport news LIVE: International Champions Cup cancelled, Kenny Dalglish tests positive for Covid-19

Welcome to the Evening Standard's LIVE coverage as the coronavirus crisis continues to heavily impact sport across the globe.




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Former Barcelona vice president says 'someone had their hand in the till' after quitting club amid board chaos

Former Barcelona vice president Emili Rousaud has said he believes somebody was stealing money from within the Catalan club.




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Eating Hazard! Real Madrid star 'trying not to eat a lot of buns' during coronavirus lockdown

Former Chelsea star Eden Hazard admits he is 'trying not to eat a lot of buns' during the coronavirus lockdown.




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Coronavirus sport news LIVE: Kenny Dalglish released from hospital, Real Sociedad scrap training plans

Welcome to the Evening Standard's LIVE coverage as the coronavirus crisis continues to heavily impact sport across the globe.




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Jadon Sancho 'confirms' Manchester United transfer with hint during Instagram Live fan session

Manchester United fans are growing increasingly excited that Jadon Sancho could be on his way to Old Trafford this summer after the Borussia Dortmund star's latest hint.




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Roy Hodgson praises Crystal Palace community work during coronavirus shutdown

Roy Hodgson has issued a lengthy message to Crystal Palace supporters during the coronavirus crisis, commending the club and players' community efforts and reaffirming the collective desire to finish the 2019-20 Premier League season.




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Wembley Stadium could 'host four Premier League games a day' to finish season after coronavirus

Premier League games could be hosted at Wembley Stadium in a bid to conclude the season, according to reports.




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Unai Emery 'blamed ex-girlfriend for Arsenal sacking' as winless run started after break-up

Sacked Arsenal manager Unai Emery "blamed" ex-girlfriend Sacha Wright for losing his job with the Gunners.




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Frank Lampard reveals Chelsea are ready to execute various transfer plans depending on coronavirus impact

Frank Lampard has revealed Chelsea are ready to execute various different transfer plans depending on the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.




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Harry Kane 'would make Man United title challengers' and Tottenham would 'snap their hand off' at £200m

Former Manchester United goalkeeper Mark Bosnich believes Harry Kane would turn Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side into title contenders, and is sure that Tottenham would 'snap their hand off' if a £200million bid came in.




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Jurgen Klopp reveals Liverpool squad shock at Kenny Dalglish coronavirus diagnosis – 'One of us has it'

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has revealed the impact that club legend Sir Kenny Dalglish being diagnosed with coronavirus had on him and his players.




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West Ham star Tomas Soucek donates to Wave for Hope campaign fighting coronavirus in Czech Republic

West Ham midfielder Tomas Soucek has made a donation to the 'Wave for Hope' campaign to help his native Czech Republic in their fight against the coronavirus pandemic.




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Frank Lampard 'proud' to be Chelsea manager after rapid response to the coronavirus crisis

Frank Lampard has reiterated his pride at managing Chelsea after their rapid response to the coronavirus pandemic.




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Jurgen Klopp opens up on Liverpool's virtual training, missing his players and fines for late arrivals on Zoom

Jurgen Klopp has shed some light on how his Liverpool players are coping with lockdown measures, revealing virtual meetings with the squad are helping improve his own morale.




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Barcelona in chaos as six directors tell president Josep Maria Bartomeu they are resigning

"We hereby want to communicate that the directors below signatories have transferred to President Bartomeu our decision to irrevocably resign from our status as FC Barcelona executives," the letter said.




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Barcelona announce boardroom changes after resignations and confirm legal action against former vice-president

Barcelona have announced changes to the club's board in a swift restructuring after six directors submitted their resignations to president Josep Maria Bartomeu last week.




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Thierry Henry's 100th Arsenal goal shirt raises over £16,000 for NHS charities

Thierry Henry and Robbie Savage have raised £16,100 for NHS Charities Together after auctioning the shirt the Frenchman wore when he scored his 100th Arsenal goal.




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Tottenham install coronavirus testing centre for NHS staff and families at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

Tottenham have installed a drive-through Covid-19 testing centre at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to help the NHS.




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Tottenham Hostpur Stadium transformed into hospital unit and coronavirus test centre during pandemic

Tottenham's stadium will be used as a hospital unit for expecting mothers during the coronavirus pandemic.




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Spanish football shutdown: RFEF plans to fast-track lower leagues when season resumes after coronavirus

Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) president Luis Rubiales has come up with a new proposal for a fast-track finish to the lower leagues in Spain once football is back under way following the current break due to coronavirus.




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Coronavirus sport news LIVE: England Lionesses join Players Together campaign; Bournemouth reverse furlough decision

Welcome to the Evening Standard's LIVE coverage as the coronavirus crisis continues to heavily impact sport across the globe.




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Coronavirus sport news LIVE: England Lionesses join Players Together campaign; Bournemouth reverse furlough decision

Welcome to the Evening Standard's LIVE coverage as the coronavirus crisis continues to heavily impact sport across the globe.




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Final Hillsborough memorial service postponed due to coronavirus pandemic

The final memorial service to honour those who died in the Hillsborough tragedy has been postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic.




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Marouane Fellaini 'over the hardest part' as recovery from coronavirus continues

Marouane Fellaini says "the hardest part is behind me" after being discharged from hospital having recovered from coronavirus.




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Arsenal confirm plan to avoid furlough scheme and pay staff full salaries

Arsenal have confirmed they are continuing to pay staff in full and do not currently intend to fall back on the government's furlough scheme during the Premier League shutdown.




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Jimmy Greaves out of hospital and recovering at home, Tottenham legend's agent confirms

Jimmy Greaves is out of hospital and is recovering at home, the Tottenham legend's agent has confirmed.




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Juventus confirm Blaise Matuidi and Daniele Rugani have recovered from coronavirus

Juventus have confirmed both Daniele Rugani and Blaise Matuidi have recovered from coronavirus and are no longer subject to the Italian home isolation regime.




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New Liverpool kit: 'Leaked' Nike home shirt for 2020/21 leaves fans unimpressed

A number of Liverpool fans have been left disappointed by a 'leaked' shirt for next season after pictures showing what appear to be the new Nike kit were posted on social media.




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Tottenham release first footage of NHS coronavirus testing centre at repurposed stadium

Tottenham have granted the NHS access to their stadium to carry out coronavirus testing.




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Coronavirus sport news LIVE: Scottish Football League season ended, Tour de France postponed until August

Welcome to the Evening Standard's LIVE coverage as the coronavirus crisis continues to heavily impact sport across the globe.




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Manchester United pay tribute to NHS workers as Old Trafford lit blue during coronavirus crisis

Manchester United paid tribute to NHS workers battling the coronavirus pandemic at Old Trafford on Wednesday night.




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Partick Thistle seek legal action as Stranraer slam 'grossly unfair' decision to end Scottish Football League seasons

Scottish clubs' decision to conclude the Scottish Professional Football League season has been met by threats of legal action.




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Manchester United pay tribute to NHS workers with Old Trafford display during coronavirus crisis

Manchester United paid tribute to NHS workers battling the coronavirus pandemic at Old Trafford on Wednesday night.




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Chelsea to provide 78,000 meals for NHS staff and carers during coronavirus pandemic

Chelsea will provide 78,000 meals to NHS staff and carers over the next six weeks as they look to support the most vulnerable through the coronavirus pandemic.