Irish player slams ex-coach Pauw for WWC prep

Sep 19, 2023, 06:28 AM ET Ireland defender Diane Caldwell said her team reached the Women’s World Cup “in spite” of their former coach Vera Pauw and that she had failed to get the best out of the players due to inadequate preparations. The 60-year-old Dutch coach led Ireland to their first major tournament this … Read more

MLS cuts player amid fake name, punch claims

Sep 18, 2023, 01:39 PM ET MLS on Monday terminated the contract of Montreal’s Matko Miljevic. Getty Images Major League Soccer on Monday said it terminated the contract of CF Montreal midfielder Matko Miljevic for “engaging in conduct detrimental to the league.” In a one-sentence news release, MLS added that the decision came on the … Read more

Aston Villa chief Monchi details management changes

Aston Villa chief Monchi says he’s in regular contact with co-owner Nassef Sawiris. Sawiris is keeping a close watch after overseeing major management changes in recent months. Monchi told avfc.co.uk: “I spoke with Nassef on several occasions before arriving and once I arrived, I practically speak to him every day. “He is a person who … Read more

No Bellingham role in Greenwood move – coach

play Why Marcotti doesn’t like Mason Greenwood’s fit with Getafe (1:26)Gab Marcotti reacts to Mason Greenwood playing for Getafe on a loan. (1:26) Sep 18, 2023, 06:33 AM ET Getafe coach Jose Bordalas has apologised for claiming that Jude Bellingham recommended Mason Greenwood to play in LaLiga, retracting remarks he made on Friday. Bordalas previously … Read more

Wan-Bissaka out as United injury crisis worsens

play Burley’s extraordinary Ten Hag rant: Most deluded manager in the league (2:08)Craig Burley blasts the ‘nonsense’ of Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag after their 3-1 loss at home to Brighton. (2:08) Sep 18, 2023, 09:55 AM ET Manchester United defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka is set to be out for some time after sustaining an … Read more

Guardiola: ‘Easier’ for Man City to win UCL now

play Guardiola: One Champions League win isn’t anything special (1:05)Pep Guardiola looks forward to Manchester City starting their Champions League title defence on Tuesday. (1:05) Sep 18, 2023, 10:46 AM ET Manchester City‘s bid to retain their Champions League title will be less difficult than their long endeavour to win Europe’s top club competition, manager … Read more

Kane warns Bayern Munich teammates to be wary of struggling Man Utd

Harry Kane has urged Bayern Munich teammates not to underestimate Manchester United tomorrow night. Bayern go into the opening Champions League group clash the form team. But Kane told Sport Illustrated: “A difficult game. I know Manchester United are having a difficult moment at the moment, but sometimes teams like that are dangerous because they’re … Read more

Klopp hints Liverpool kids will get LASK chance

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp admits he may field a youthful line-up against LASK Linz. The Reds open their Europa League group campaign on Thursday against the Austrians. “If there will be kids involved that depends on the level the kids can show in that moment,” Klopp said. “We have real talent there (in the Academy), … Read more