Former England goalkeeper Earps reflects on book backlash and lessons learned
Former England women’s national football team goalkeeper Mary Earps has opened up on the fallout from her autobiography, admitting the intense reaction taught her “tough lessons” both personally and professionally. The book, released last year, sparked widespread debate after Earps claimed head coach Sarina Wiegman had rewarded Hannah Hampton’s “bad behaviour” by recalling the Chelsea […]
English FA: Chelsea and West Ham fined for “mass confrontation”
Chelsea and West Ham United have both been fined by The Football Association following a heated “mass confrontation” that overshadowed a dramatic Premier League clash last month. Momentum had swung sharply on the pitch as Chelsea roared back from two goals down to seal a pulsating 3-2 victory. However, as the clock ticked into stoppage […]
FIFA boss Infantino backs Mexico to successfully host World Cup amid security concerns
Gianni Infantino has moved quickly to calm concerns over World Cup hosting arrangements in Mexico, insisting he has “total confidence” the country will safely stage upcoming finals and play-off matches despite recent violence near one of the host cities. Tensions have risen in Jalisco state following a wave of unrest linked to a drug cartel […]
Mavropanos: West Ham United back on track after difficult spell
West Ham United defender Konstantinos Mavropanos believes the Hammers have finally rediscovered their identity, insisting recent results prove they are far better than a relegation fight as momentum swings back in their favour. Not long ago, the mood in east London was bleak. West Ham had gone ten matches without a win, confidence was fragile, […]
Vitor Matos hails Swansea’s grit after dramatic stalemate against Preston
Swansea City head coach Vitor Matos praised his side’s resilience and mentality after a dramatic stoppage-time equaliser secured a hard-earned draw against Preston North End. The Swans had to dig deep. They were second best before the interval and went into the break trailing after Daniel Jebbison converted from close range, punishing a sluggish opening […]
West Brom sack manager Eric Ramsay after 44 days in charge
West Bromwich Albion have acted decisively by parting company with head coach Eric Ramsay just 44 days after his appointment, bringing a brief and turbulent chapter at The Hawthorns to an abrupt end. Ramsay arrived in January as the successor to Ryan Mason, stepping into English football from Major League Soccer after leaving Minnesota United. […]
Simeone hails Atletico’s performance after dominant UCL win over Club Brugge
Diego Simeone has praised Atletico Madrid’s performance after they eased to a dominant 4-1 win over Club Brugge in the second leg of their Champions League playoff tie on Tuesday. The Spanish side had moved past their Belgian counterpart thanks to a stunning hat-trick from Alexander Sorloth, to book their place in the Round of […]
Tonali slams Newcastle’s second half display despite Champions League win over Qarabag
Sandro Tonali was not pleased with Newcastle United’s display in the second half of Tuesday night’s Champions League win over Qarabag, which sealed their spot in the Round of 16. The Magpies headed into the clash with an insurmountable 6-1 lead from the first leg and raced into a two-goal lead inside just six minutes. […]
