Aston Villa striker Watkins: I can complement Kane in England attack

Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins feels he offers England something different. Watkins proved the matchwinner in last night’s friendly against Australia. “I think I’ve got a completely different playing style to Harry (Kane), he can drop deep and play some unbelievable long passes – that’s not my game,” he said. “I can’t do that. “My … Read more

Palace, Villa watching Norwich sensation Rowe

Norwich City face a battle to keep hold of Jon Rowe. The youngster is being watched by Aston Villa and Crystal Palace this season. Rowe scored on his England U21 debut against Serbia, confirming his form with the Canaries this term. The 20 year-old has scored seven goals in 13 games for the Canaries so … Read more

Arsenal defender Timber inspiring ex-Ajax teammates with Prem hopes

Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber is inspiring his former teammates at Ajax. Jorrel Hato admits he wants to follow Timber’s career path. He told ELF Voetbal: “Unfortunately, he was seriously injured in his first Premier League game for Arsenal, but he is still young and has a bright future ahead of him. “In any case, the … Read more

Watkins gives England narrow win over Australia

ByReuters England‘s Ollie Watkins marked his international return with a second-half winner as Gareth Southgate’s experimental side laboured to a 1-0 friendly win against Australia at a wet Wembley Stadium on Friday. With a key Euro 2024 qualifier against holders Italy looming on Tuesday, the England manager used the opportunity to rest first team regulars, … Read more

Rooney snubbed Saudi offer to join Birmingham

play Rooney delighted to work with ‘ambitious’ Tom Brady at Birmingham (1:15)Wayne Rooney targets a return to the Premier League for Birmingham City as he takes over as manager. (1:15) Oct 13, 2023, 04:37 AM ET Wayne Rooney said he rejected an offer to manage in the Saudi Pro League before choosing to take charge … Read more

Man Utd chief Arnold explains Greenwood management

Manchester United chief exec Richard Arnold has explained their management of Mason Greenwood. Greenwood had charges of assault dropped in February and is now impressing on-loan with Getafe. Arnold was speaking at the United fans forum, with minutes of the meeting recently published. He stated: “With Mason, as I am sure you can appreciate, this … Read more

Dunne: Ferguson will jump at Man Utd, Liverpool chance – at right time

Former Republic of Ireland defender Richard Dunne can see Brighton striker Evan Ferguson moving to bigger things. Liverpool and Manchester United are both interested in the youngster. Dunne told Boyle Sports: “I’m sure Evan Ferguson would be delighted at the thought of playing for Liverpool and Manchester United as most Irish boys would dream of … Read more

Man Utd midfielder Casemiro suffers ankle blow

Manchester United have received an injury scare for midfielder Casemiro. The Brazil international suffered an ankle injury in their 1-1 draw against Venezuela on Thursday. Casemiro was taken off by Selecao coach Diniz, who later offered an update on the veteran. “As there was a stop (in play), I decided to make the three substitutions. … Read more

France, Portugal, Belgium qualify for Euro 2024

Oct 13, 2023, 05:27 PM ET Kylian Mbappé and Cristiano Ronaldo both scored twice to help France and Portugal secure a spot at next year’s European Championship with a perfect record in qualifying, with Belgium also clinching a berth in Germany on Friday. The three European powerhouses all needed a win to qualify for the … Read more