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Lionel Messi has ‘quite a few doubts’ about football future after death of his father
Lionel Messi said on Wednesday that he is having doubts about continuing his career following the death of his father last week
Championship angst: why the sense of rejuvenation in EFL is not universal
The lineup of Championship teams this season is fearsome, leaving some supporters fearing a long slog to come
Premier League 2026-27 preview No 6: Chelsea
After a period of underachievement and upheaval for the Blues, the arrival of Xabi Alonso could signal a change in fortunes
‘It is just smelling football’: Tielemans says adjusting to life at United has come naturally
Youri Tielemans has stated that adjusting to Michael Carrick’s vision for Manchester United has been as easy as ‘smelling football’ for the vastly experienced £35m midfield signing
Barcelona make improved £51m bid for Rodri as Manchester City target Fernández
Barcelona have made an improved bid to Manchester City of around €60m (£51m) for Rodri
‘It’s a nice hobby’: Manchester United’s Janina Leitzig on goalkeeping and gardening
The former Leicester player’s focus has moved from runner beans to running drills as the season approaches, she tells Tom Garry
Saudi Pro League tries to move on from era of ageing megastar but big names still loom
As Ronaldo heads towards 1,000 career goals, the league plans to lift the standard of Saudi Arabian football, not just the clubs
Football transfer rumours: Folarin Balogun to Tottenham? Gabriel Jesus to Napoli?
Bradley Barcola to Liverpool? | Ferran Torres to PSG? | Mykhailo Mudryk to Coventry on loan?
League One 2026-27 preview: the contenders, hopefuls and strugglers
Russell Martin’s new-look Leicester look set to challenge for promotion, while it could be a tough campaign for Notts County and AFC Wimbledon