European Championship

Wayne Rooney bites back at Steven Gerrard's 'egotistical losers' claim as Man Utd legend reveals real reason why England's 'golden generation' never won a trophy

Wayne Rooney has hit back at Steven Gerrard's claim that England's 'Golden Generation' were "egotistical losers". The Liverpool legend has attempted to explain why a star-studded group of players failed to savour international success. Manchester United icon Rooney also formed part of that squad for a while, and he is not convinced that fierce club divisions were to blame for the Three Lions struggling to roar when it mattered most.

Jose Mourinho blasted by Premier League referee Anthony Taylor for inciting abuse that left him scared to travel with family – but claims officiating is still 'one of the best jobs in the world'

Jose Mourinho has been accused of inciting abuse, with Premier League referee Anthony Taylor now wary of allowing his family to travel with him across the world after becoming an unfortunate target for the 'Special One' in 2023. While Taylor admits that scrutiny of match officials has gotten a little out of control, he still considers his role as a man in the middle to be "one of the best jobs in the world".

Iman Beney: Man City's Lauren James-like teen building on Euro 2025 breakout with Switzerland in the WSL

There was no shortage of big names on show when Manchester City hosted Arsenal in a bumper Women’s Super League clash in early October. A quick look through the teams and most would’ve been drawn to the likes of Chloe Kelly, Khadija Shaw, Alessia Russo, Vivianne Miedema and Mariona Caldentey, especially if they were picking out a potential match-winner. In the end, though, it was a rising teenage star who took up that role, one by the name of Iman Beney.

'Who is going to give me passes now?' – Lionel Messi admits life at Inter Miami will be 'strange' without Jordi Alba in emotional message to retiring team-mate

Lionel Messi has admitted it will be “strange” not playing alongside Jordi Alba in an emotional tribute to his Inter Miami team-mate following the defender’s decision to retire from professional football. The Argentina star took to social media to hail his close friend and former Barcelona colleague after he announced he will hang up his boots at the end of the 2025 Major League Soccer season.

'What f*cking luck you have!' – Gennaro Gattuso takes cheeky 'gel and perfume' dig at Fabio Cannavaro after taking surprise national team job ahead of World Cup while Italy boss stuck 'in the trenches'

Italy head coach Gennaro Gattuso revealed the details of his phone call with former World Cup-winning team-mate Fabio Cannavaro, who was appointed as the new head coach of the Uzbekistan national team earlier this week. The former midfielder had a cheeky dig at the Ballon d'Or winner for taking over a side that has already qualified for the World Cup while the Azzurri are "stuck in the trenches" in the battle to secure a place.

'If I could, I would only play for the national team!' – Cristiano Ronaldo risks Al-Nassr backlash with strong admission of 'passion' for Portugal

Cristiano Ronaldo has risked an Al-Nassr backlash by admitting he would only play for Portugal if he could. Ronaldo is showing no signs of slowing down despite being at the tail-end of his career at the age of 40. But in a candid interview, the iconic forward expressed a deep passion for representing his country above all else.

Harry Maguire on trial! Man Utd defender's Greek court case to restart this week as England star sends legal team to clear his name

Harry Maguire's ongoing legal troubles in Greece may finally be resolved almost five years after his arrest and original conviction. His retrial is scheduled to start on Wednesday. This is the fourth attempt to restart proceedings, after his original conviction for assaulting a police officer and attempted bribery was automatically quashed under appeal Greek law.

Real Madrid return for Rodri! Los Blancos readying eye-watering €150m transfer offer amid determination to prise Ballon d'Or winner away from Man City

Manchester City midfielder Rodri is reportedly on Real Madrid’s radar once more, with the Spanish giants prepared to part with €150 million (£130m/$175m) in order to bring the midfielder onto their books. The Ballon d'Or winner is, however, considered to be a priceless commodity at the Etihad Stadium and the Premier League heavyweights have no intention of parting with a prized asset.