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‘Absolute disgrace’: FA’s plan to restructure Women’s National League criticised. WSL academy teams would play in third tier Previous FA expansion plan was withdrawn last year Plans to include four Women’s Super League academy sides in the third tier of pyramid from 2027 have been criticised as an idea based around “repackaged B teams” and has received a mixed reaction from club staff and supporters.
Scotland & England fans in Boston face World Cup train fare hike. Scotland and England fans face a huge price hike if they travel by train to World Cup group stage matches in Boston.
McInnes happy to play Hearts' title deciders in a car park. Heart of Midlothian head coach Derek McInnes would be happy to "play them in a car park" as he responds to complaints from some fans about the fixtures for the final five games of the Scottish Premiership season.
Nike’s high-tech 2026 World Cup jerseys have a shoulder problem. The sportswear giant says it’s aware of the strange seam on some of the new shirts, and is looking into how to address it When Nike rolled out its collection of World Cup kits in late March, fans and pundits alike largely approved.
Pitch Points: Kane’s Ballon d’Or chances, Balogun’s US role and can De Zerbi fix Spurs?. The world of soccer throws up no shortage of questions.
Listen: Paranoia and permutations - post-split fan views. The fan perspective on what the post-split fixtures mean and who is feeling the pressure.
'Graham keen on Rangers, but Celtic still in race' - gossip. Dundee head coach Steven Pressley vows Luke Graham will not be sold on the cheap amid Old Firm interest, while Pan Camara is trying to persuade team-mate Amar Fatah to extend his stay with Dundee United.
World's best keeper? Raya helps Arsenal get back on track. David Raya is the best goalkeeper in the world, according to his Arsenal team-mates - and the Spaniard played a key role in his side's 1-0 win at Sporting.
Alexander-Arnold fails to ease Tuchel concerns as Kane stars. Thomas Tuchel's doubts about Trent Alexander-Arnold and reliance on Harry Kane are confirmed on the England manager's Madrid mission.
Sacked in the Morning. Neil Warnock's favourite goalkeeper joins Craig and Amy
Arsenal 'had a point to prove' after 'difficult period' - Arteta. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says his side "had a point to prove" following back-to-back defeats and praises his side's reaction, as Kai Havertz's stoppage-time winner secures a first-leg advantage in their Champions League quarter-final against Sporting.
Arteta admits Arsenal had point to prove after ‘big moment in season’ with win at Sporting. Havertz goal offers response after back-to-back defeats Arteta praises ‘extraordinary’ Raya for crucial saves Mikel Arteta acknowledged that Arsenal had a point to prove against Sporting after losing their last two matches and believes that Kai Havertz’s late winner could prove to be a “big moment” in their season.
Spurs want Trafford as Vicario replacement - Wednesday's gossip. Tottenham choose Guglielmo Vicario replacement, Liverpool monitor Italy defender, Manchester United set to miss out on England midfielder.
Southampton thrash Wrexham to leapfrog opponents and climb into playoff spots. Southampton continued their Championship charge as they thrashed Wrexham 5-1 to replace the Welsh side in the playoff places.
Harry Kane gives Bayern Munich edge despite Real Madrid fightback in thriller. “This is why you guys come to these games,” Vincent Kompany had said, and here especially.
Kai Havertz snatches late victory for Arsenal to take control against Sporting. How Mikel Arteta will have treasured this win.
Premier League secures fifth Champions League spot. The Premier League will have at least five teams in the Champions League next season after securing a European Performance Spot for the second straight year.
Celtic lift suspension of Green Brigade fans group. Celtic lift the suspension of the Green Brigade supporters group "with effect from Saturday's home game against St Mirren".
Arne Slot backs his Liverpool side to go ‘toe-to-toe’ with PSG in Champions League. Wirtz denies Liverpool ‘gave up’ in Manchester City loss Isak could return off bench after four months out injured Arne Slot has warned Liverpool will suffer another emphatic defeat should they switch off against Paris Saint-Germain in their Champions League quarter-final first leg on Wednesday evening but believes his toiling team can save their season by going “toe-to-toe” with the European champions.
'We've become quite experienced in negativity'. Arne Slot says Liverpool have no chance against Paris St-Germain unless his side turns up for 90 minutes - after disagreeing with Virgil Van Dijk's comments about the team giving up.
Thousands of England and Scotland World Cup tickets on resale at inflated prices. England and Scotland fans hoping to get to ticket to this summer's World Cup finals face paying vastly inflated prices through Fifa's official resale platform.
Bay Collective become majority owners of Sunderland Women. Multi-club ownership organisation Bay Collective has reached an agreement to aquire a majority stake in Sunderland Women.
Wales suffer Holland blow for World Cup qualifiers. Wales suffer a significant injury blow heading into this month's World Cup qualifying double-header against Albania as Ceri Holland is ruled out of both games.
Napoli president says he would allow Antonio Conte to leave for Italy job. Conte says he should be considered to succeed Gattuso Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri also linked with role Napoli’s president, Aurelio De Laurentiis, has said he would not stand in Antonio Conte’s way if the coach asked to take the vacant Italy job, after Conte said he ought to be under consideration to succeed Gennaro Gattuso.
Amad backs Carrick for Manchester United job. Manchester United winger Amad Diallo backs interim boss Michael Carrick to become the club's permanent manager.
Reynolds receives first Republic of Ireland call-up. Shamrock Rovers defender Maria Reynolds receives her first call-up to the Republic of Ireland senior squad for the World Cup qualifying double-header against Poland.
Beauty forged in pain: Ramsey, Wales' 'best midfielder ever'. Aaron Ramsey will be remembered as a great after overcoming shattering setbacks to become a brilliant midfielder for Wales and Arsenal.
Pollok United named best grassroots football club in Europe. Glasgow's Pollok United are named the best grassroots football club in Europe for their work providing local communities with opportunities in football and well-being.
Hearts and Celtic given potential final-day title decider. Celtic to host Heart of Midlothian in potential final-day title decider as the Scottish Premiership's post-split fixtures are revealed.
Barcelona’s Vicky López: ‘I think I bring a lot of joy, youth and playfulness’. Winger explains her rapid ascent from shy 16-year-old Barça signing to a record-breaking hero At 19 years, eight months and 12 days Vicky López is a history maker, record breaker and Barcelona hero.
Did quadruple ambition set bar too high for Arsenal?. Monday Night Club's Rory Smith explains why the quadruple was too much for Arsenal.
Ramsey memories are made of this. BBC Sport Wales takes a look back at some of Aaron Ramsey's career highlights as he announces his retirement.
Ex-footballer Barton denies golf club attack. The ex-Manchester City, Newcastle United, QPR, Burnley and Rangers player is accused of assault.
Viktor who? Sporting’s new Gyökeres has sights trained on Arsenal. The Sweden striker’s goals had inspired Sporting for two years but in Colombian Luis Suárez they have found an equally prolific target man In Portugal, two of the most familiar sayings claim that “green is the colour of hope” and that “hope is the last thing to die”.
A violent waiter and Joselu’s heroics: six of Bayern and Madrid’s finest games. As the most played fixture in European competition looms once more, we look back on 50 years of thrills and spills The Champions League’s answer to e l c lásico resumes in Madrid on Tuesday.
Listen: Relegation, promotion and desperation around SPFL. Aberdeen’s relegation fears and a look through the lower leagues - it's squeaky bum time
Minnesota deny Rodriguez has rare muscle wasting condition. Minnesota United deny rumours that midfielder James Rodriguez is suffering from a potentially life-threatening muscle-wasting condition.
‘Something you only see in films’: Czech case yet another example of sexual abuse crisis. Petr Vlachovsky’s non-contact sexual abuse has had long-term effects and could finally be the catalyst for safeguarding policy change for women and girls in the sport Kristyna Janku answered the phone to a police officer, not sure what she was going to hear.
'Celtic assess Dundee goalkeeper McCracken' - gossip. Celtic are being linked with a Dundee goalkeeper and Hibernian midfielder as Motherwell manager Jens Berthel Askou addresses speculation about his future.
54 years, 48 leagues, 2,000 grounds - the ultimate football odyssey. BBC Sport travels with the UK's ultimate groundhopper to the final match of a decades-long, history-making journey.
Coventry edge ever closer - but who will join them in Premier League?. As Coventry edge ever closer to ending their 25-year wait for Premier League football, who is best placed to join them?
Charlton defender Coady leaves hospital after scans. On-loan Charlton Athletic defender Conor Coady is discharged from hospital after being knocked out at Watford on Monday.
Arteta calls for perspective as Arsenal look to avoid slump. Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta wants his side to channel the pain of back-to-back defeats when they take on Sporting in the Champions League quarter-finals.
‘Use that fuel’: Mikel Arteta and David Raya urge Arsenal to feed off cup losses. Team will not panic in wake of City and Southampton defeats Raya set to return in goal for Tuesday’s first leg at Sporting Mikel Arteta has insisted that Arsenal will not panic after losing successive games for the first time this season but admitted that they must rediscover their identity to get their campaign back on track.
'Title might come down to who wants it most' - Premiership fan reaction. Fan reaction after Scottish Premiership returned following the international break and delivered drama at both ends of the table once again.
Championship roundup: Norwich deal blow to Millwall’s promotion push. Oscar Schwartau seals 2-1 comeback win for Norwich Middlesbrough stay third after 2-2 draw at Swansea Oscar Schwartau climbed off the bench to fire Norwich to a 2-1 win against Millwall – and do their fierce rivals Ipswich a big favour.
Bayern face waiting game on 'very special' Kane. Bayern Munich are waiting on the fitness of "very special" Harry Kane to see if he can lead their challenge to overcome Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-final.
Seven Eritrean players fail to return home after international match. Several footballers have absconded in the past leaving behind what rights groups call a repressive government.
EFL roundup: Lincoln promoted to Championship with win at Reading. Lincoln up with five games to spare after 2-1 win Bolton draw with Stockport leaves Imps’ result moot Lincoln celebrated promotion to the Championship with a hard-earned 2-1 victory at the playoff chasers Reading as they returned to the second tier after 65 years.
Kasey McAteer seals controversial win over Birmingham to lift Ipswich up to second. With his winner against Birmingham, Kasey McAteer gave Ipswich supporters something to talk about other than Nigel Farage – namely the growing prospect of a return to the Premier League at the first attempt.
Buurman strikes late against Spurs to send Chelsea into Women’s FA Cup semi-finals. Chelsea’s hopes of retaining two of their three titles remain alive after Veerle Buurman’s wonderful drive and strike earned the Blues a 2-1 win in an end-to-end battle with Tottenham, securing a place in the FA Cup semi-finals.
Arsenal's Rice and Gabriel train before Lisbon trip. Arsenal's Declan Rice and Gabriel return to training before the Champions League meeting with Sporting after injury absences.
MLS weekend wrap: Revel in the joy and agony of absurd long-range goals. In the era of VAR where most goals get picked apart, strikes from distance offered a much-needed immediate emotional hit In an era where the sport’s biggest moments are scrutinized in slow-motion to find an inch of infraction, the long-range goal has become a necessary thrill.
Reece James on track to deliver England World Cup boost with Chelsea return. Right-back is recovering from hamstring injury He could be back at the end of April or start of May Reece James could boost England’s World Cup hopes by returning from a hamstring injury at the start of next month.
Lijnders on replacing 'unique' Silva. Manchester City assistant manager Pep Lijnders discusses captain Bernardo Silva's future at the club, saying "every good story comes to an end".
Chelsea hold talks over young forward Safi. Chelsea hold talks over the signing of forward N'Sira Safi from the Right to Dream Academy in the Ivory Coast.
Fatah faces 'big decision' about future - gossip. Dundee United winger's future poser and more weekend reaction.
FA Cup quarter-finals: 10 talking points from the men’s and women’s weekend ties. Kirby’s class helps stun Arsenal, Palmer shows leadership potential for Chelsea and teenager Shaw makes her mark for Liverpool Securing their Premier League status for another year remains a priority for West Ham and Leeds this season, so the eight changes Nuno Espírito Santo and Daniel Farke made between them for this tie, which developed into a drama-drenched classic, was understandable to a degree.
'We have written history but greedy to go to the next step'. After a 39-year absence, Leeds are back in the FA Cup semi-finals, with the supporters dreaming of a trophy after a dramatic win over West Ham.
Lijnders hints at Man City departure for Silva. Manchester City assistant manager Pep Lijnders hints that midfielder Bernardo Silva's could be leaving in the summer.
Bernardo Silva will leave Manchester City this summer, reveals Pep Lijnders. Captain deserves good farewell, says assistant manager Silva has interest from Barcelona as contract ends in June Pep Lijnders has revealed that Bernardo Silva will leave Manchester City in the summer, with the assistant manager hoping the captain is given a fitting farewell.
United look to offload Ugarte - Monday gossip. Manchester United look to sell Uruguayan midfielder, Real Madrid forward sparks Premier League interest, Liverpool eye swap deal, plus more.
Was 11 minutes of stoppage time at West Ham excessive?. There were 11 minutes of stoppage time at the end of the second half of West Ham's FA Cup quarter-final against Leeds - but was that an excessive or an explainable amount of added time?
Struijk sends Leeds to first FA Cup semi-final since 1987. Watch Pascal Struijk score the winning penalty in Leeds United's shootout win against West Ham to send the West Yorkshire side to their first FA Cup semi-final in 39 years.
'Fancy footwork' - Tanaka puts Leeds ahead against West Ham. Leeds United's Ao Tanaka starts and finishes a well-worked move to give his side the lead against West Ham in their FA Cup quarter-final.
Should Leeds have been awarded a penalty for this late challenge?. West Ham United survive a penalty scare against Leeds United after Max Kilman collides with Anton Stach after the German midfielder had already got his shot away.
Disasi draws West Ham level with 96th-minute equaliser. West Ham's Axel Disasi athletically prods an equaliser six minutes into stoppage time against Leeds United, forcing extra time in the FA Cup quarter-final.
Herrick's dramatic debut and Struijk's winner - full penalty shootout. Watch all the penalties from West Ham's penalty shootout against Leeds United in their FA Cup quarter-final at London Stadium.
O'Neill hails Celtic spirit as they stay in title hunt. Celtic interim manager Martin O'Neill hails his team's spirit after they battle to a crucial victory in the Scottish Premiership at Dundee.
Leeds beat West Ham on penalties in thriller to reach FA Cup semis. Leeds United survive West Ham's fightback from 2-0 down to 2-2 as a penalty shootout victory sends the West Yorkshire side to their first FA Cup semi-final since 1987.
Leeds never do it the easy way - Farke. Leeds United manager Daniel Farke says his side "never do it the easy way" after letting go of a two-goal lead against West Ham before beating the London side on penalties to reach their first FA Cup final since 1987.
West Ham 'must react' after 'tough' loss to Leeds - Nuno. West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo says his side's FA Cup quarter-final defeat by Leeds on penalties is "sad" but his side "must react" as they face Wolverhampton Wanderers in a crucial relegation clash in their next league game.
'We're still top of the league' - McInnes reminds doubters. Hearts head coach Derek McInnes remains defiant despite a title slip up at Livingston.
Leeds hold nerve to win shootout after West Ham’s dramatic fightback. The familiar London Stadium rush for the exit has never been so misjudged.
Arteta’s ChatGPT Guardiola-ism is down but history beckons for Gunners. The quadruple dream may be dead but Arsenal are now just four games from achieving an unprecedented nonruple And then there were two.
Leeds draw Chelsea, Man City face Southampton in FA Cup semis. Leeds United will play Chelsea at Wembley after reaching the FA Cup semi-finals for the first time in almost four decades, while Manchester City take on Southampton.
Reaction as Hearts draw & Celtic win in Premiership. Reaction after league leaders Hearts draw with Livingston while Celtic beat Dundee 2-1.
MLS commissioner: Fifa ‘smart’ to use dynamic pricing for World Cup tickets. Don Garber spoke to reporters at Miami’s stadium debut ‘It’s going to be a premier event and premier pricing’ The commissioner of Major League Soccer, Don Garber, said Fifa has been “smart” about its ticket pricing strategy for this summer’s World Cup, the effect of which has raised prices significantly across all games of the tournament to be held in the US, Mexico and Canada this summer.
Haley and Hayes fire Brighton to shock FA Cup quarter-final win at Arsenal. Brighton two wins away from first major trophy Charlton and Liverpool play in second quarter-final Arsenal made a surprise exit at the quarter-final stage of the Women’s FA Cup for the second successive season as Brighton stunned the record 14-time cup winners at Borehamwood.