Tosin oldest player at 28  ©TM/IMAGO Former Liverpool defender turned pundit Alan Hansen once famously said, “You can’t win anything with kids”. Many claimed that that proverb ultimately came back to bite the Scotsman, as Sir Alex Ferguson’s Manchester United, centred around their youthful ‘Class of 92’ academy players, went on to win the league.

1 Borussia Dortmund’s 3-0 win over Werder Bremen in Matchday 17 of the Bundesliga set a new club record. As per Opta, it was BVB’s sixth clean sheet at home in the Bundesliga this season – a league high, and also a new club record after the first eight home games. 6 – Borussia Dortmund

There could be comparisons drawn with the Chelsea side that won the title in 2005 to the current Arsenal team. Jose Mourinho had a great defence that season with John Terry, Riccardo Carvalho, WIlliam Gallas and Paulo Ferreira playing the majority of games in a backline that only conceded 15 goals throughout the Premier League

The most significant problem for the suspended attacker is that he is almost certain to face an ban, even if he continues to plead his innocence. The FA’s anti-doping rules state that intent to consume a banned substance does not affect culpability, and claiming to have taken one unknowingly is not a defence that will

Milan have reignited their interest in Leon Goretzka, making fresh contact as they look to bolster their midfield options with a high-profile addition. According to Gianluca Di Marzio, the Rossoneri have recently held new discussions regarding the German international, building on initial exploratory talks that took place previously. The club’s management appears determined to test

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup drawing closer, many players are considering career moves to put themselves in the best possible position with their national teams. One Premier League star could follow Neymar’s example and complete a return to Brazil’s Serie A. “Lucas Paqueta asked to be left out of West Ham’s FA Cup tie

2 Florian Plettenberg reports that FC Augsburg attacker Elias Saad is on the verge of being loaned out to the 2. Bundesliga. Hannover 96 – now managed by experienced German footballing administrator Jörg Schmadtke – have beaten out Hertha BSC in the race to secure the Hamburg native’s services. Plettenberg reports that Saad is due

1 Liverpool’s Federico Chiesa is closely linked with a return to Juventus. The Bianconeri are growing closer to signing the familiar figure in a loan deal that includes an obligation to buy. Chiesa moved to the Premier League in August of 2024 in a deal reportedly worth £10 million plus £2.5 million in add-ons. While

Alonso’s dismissal as Real Madrid coach has left fans divided and uncertain. In Madrid on Tuesday, it was hard to find a supporter wholly positive about the changes. Fan Mario Gonzalez acknowledged that while “the team was not performing at the level expected” and boos reflected understandable frustration, he questioned whether the decision was rash:

Real Madrid’s new head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has played down the prospect of replicating the managerial style of his former boss Jose Mourinho. Arbeloa has been placed in charge of the first-team squad at the Bernabeu following Xabi Alonso’s surprise exit from the club on Monday, departing after only 34 matches at the helm. Arbeloa

Christian Pulisic has established himself as a standout player for AC Milan, thriving both as a goalscorer and a playmaker. Despite his contributions, the Rossoneri have struggled to find consistent form, resulting in a series of uneven performances. Consequently, they are already eyeing Harry Kane’s teammate at Bayern Munich as a potential free agent signing

Lazio are evaluating an approach from Brentford for Matteo Cancellieri, as the Premier League side looks to bring the Italian winger to London this winter. According to Alfredo Pedulla, the Bees have already placed a concrete proposal on the table worth approximately €15 million, including various add-ons. The English club has been monitoring the 2002-born

The mood around Alvaro Arbeloa’s first press conference as Real Madrid manager was — unsurprisingly — one of high expectation and great curiosity. It was supposed to be Xabi Alonso greeting the media before Wednesday’s last-16 Copa del Rey match at Albacete. After Sunday’s 3-2 defeat by Barcelona at the Supercopa de Espana, however, events

1 Bayern Munich’s Leon Goretzka is reportedly a target for AC Milan. Italian media reported on a potential move for the German midfielder today, and the rumour mill is spinning, especially considering his status at the Allianz Arena. While not applicable for the January window, Goretzka’s current Bayern contract expires at the end of June,