Footballers not given enough time off between seasons, players’ union FIFPro says
Football’s top stars are playing too many games, with too much travel and not enough time off between…
Chelsea transfer news: Enzo Maresca in ‘five-team battle’ for £34.9m Serie A pass master
Chelsea reportedly find themselves in a five-team battle to sign a £34.9m-rated Serie A midfielder and former Arsenal…
Manchester United transfer news: Ruben Amorim wants ‘tactical leadership’ of former Premier League centre-back amid pressure
Manchester United reportedly identify a defensive target that could help provide the backline with leadership qualities and help…
Graham Potter sacked as West Ham manager, latest, reaction, Nuno Espirito Santo to take job
West Ham have sacked head coach Graham Potter after only nine months in charge, with the club sitting…
How Manchester United should line up vs Brentford in Premier League fixture
Man Utd play Brentford in the Premier League today and this is how our writers think they should…
The Athletic’s Friday football quiz question #74
Welcome to the 74th edition of The Athletic’s Friday quiz question. At the end of every week, we’ll…
‘Need to sort it out in the ring!’ – Wayne Rooney challenged to boxing fight by ex-Premier League star after Man Utd legend continues teasing former keeper over iconic goal he conceded
Wayne Rooney has been challenged to a boxing match by former Premier League goalkeeper Paddy Kenny. Manchester United…
Why Raheem Sterling didn’t leave Chelsea – and what’s happening now
A picture on social media goes viral. The Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) gets involved. Enzo Maresca talks about…
Why are NFL franchises more valuable than football clubs? – The BookKeeper’s mailbag
The transfer window is closed for a few months but the fun never stops when it comes to…
‘Football is falling off’ – Social media stunned after Arsenal new boy Viktor Gyokeres wins Gerd Muller award for best striker in Europe
Arsenal star Viktor Gyokeres has caused a stir after landing the Gerd Muller award at the prestigious Ballon…
Man United fitness concerns grow with multiple new injuries confirmed
Manchester United approach their Premier League meeting with Brentford with renewed confidence after a spirited victory over Chelsea.…
Alan Shearer claims Liverpool star is ‘not the same player’ this season as he points out worrying theme under Arne Slot
Alan Shearer has claimed that a Liverpool star is “not the same player” he was last season, pointing…