Author: Grace Johnson

Mauricio Pochettino admits he still misses the Premier League. The former Tottenham and Chelsea boss hopes to return one day. Now in charge of the United States national team, he prepares for the 2026 World Cup with clear ambitions and lingering memories of English football. Missing the thrill of English football Pochettino spent years on the touchline in England. He joined Southampton after leaving Espanyol, then moved to Tottenham, where he reached the 2019 Champions League final. Later, he led Chelsea before leaving in 2024.He told a sports interviewer that the Premier League remains the best competition in the world.…

Former England captain Sir David Beckham has officially received a knighthood for his services to football and British society. The 50-year-old appeared on King Charles’ Birthday Honours list earlier this year and was knighted by the monarch during a ceremony in Berkshire on Tuesday. Beckham expresses pride and patriotism “I couldn’t be prouder,” said Beckham. “People know how patriotic I am. I love my country.” He emphasised how important the monarchy is to his family. “I’ve always said how significant it is for us,” he added. Beckham said that wherever he travels, people want to talk about the British monarchy.…

Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka has become the talk of the Premier League. Many now call him the signing of the season, and his latest performance proved why. When the Black Cats signed the 33-year-old from Bayer Leverkusen for £13 million in the summer, few imagined the move would work this well. Xhaka’s powerful strike from outside the box earned Sunderland a 1-1 draw at home against Everton. That single point lifted the promoted club back into the Premier League’s top four — a Champions League position just a quarter of the way through the season. Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher…

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has rejected Wayne Rooney’s criticism, calling it “lazy” after the Reds’ recent struggles. Rooney suggested a lack of leadership contributed to Liverpool’s poor form this season. Liverpool started the 2025-26 Premier League campaign strongly, winning five of their first games under manager Arne Slot. Last season, the club had secured the league title in Slot’s first year in charge. However, their form has dipped sharply, highlighted by a fourth consecutive league defeat at Brentford last week. Van Dijk responds to Rooney After Liverpool arrested their slide with a win against Aston Villa on Saturday, Van…

Tottenham appeared to have a strong start to the season. After ten Premier League games, Thomas Frank’s team sits in the top four and remains unbeaten in the Champions League. Yet recent results and fan reactions at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium show a troubling decline. A Home Defeat and Visible Frustration Saturday’s 1-0 loss to Chelsea highlighted growing tensions. Frank encouraged his players to do their customary lap of appreciation around the stadium. Fans booed the players off the pitch, while Micky van de Ven and Djed Spence were caught ignoring their manager and heading straight to the tunnel. Frank acknowledged…

The Football Interview is a new series hosted by Kelly Somers, who sits down with the biggest names in sport and entertainment for honest and in-depth conversations about football. The show explores mindset, motivation and defining moments that shape players on and off the pitch. Each episode reveals the person behind the player. Viewers can stream new interviews every Saturday across iPlayer, Sounds and the Sport website, while this week’s episode airs on television at 23:55 GMT, following Sportscene in Scotland. Everton’s Number One Looks Ahead Jordan Pickford, Everton and England’s first-choice goalkeeper, has just signed a new contract with…

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has criticised the tight fixture schedule facing his team in December. He called it “irresponsible” to ask his players to compete in two matches within three days after the club reached the EFL Cup quarter-finals. Packed December for Palace The Eagles face a demanding schedule. They host Manchester City on Sunday, 14 December, then meet KuPS in the Conference League on Thursday, 18 December. Three days later, on Sunday, 21 December, they travel to Leeds United. Arsenal, their quarter-final opponent in the EFL Cup, reportedly wants to play the tie on Tuesday, 16 December. That…

Arne Slot guided Liverpool to the Premier League title in his first season with remarkable accuracy. The Dutch manager has stumbled in his second season, struggling to find cohesion in his heavily invested squad. Liverpool has lost six of their past seven matches across competitions, casting doubts over Slot’s strategy. Squad Choices Under Scrutiny Slot faced criticism for fielding a team of fringe players and youngsters against Crystal Palace. Liverpool suffered a 3-0 home defeat in the Carabao Cup last 16. Key players including Virgil van Dijk, Ibrahima Konate, Dominik Szoboszlai, Cody Gakpo, Florian Wirtz, Mohamed Salah, and Hugo Ekitike…

Lucas Paqueta wants to leave West Ham during the January transfer window, sources report. The 28-year-old Brazil midfielder looks for a new challenge after an intense spell in London. His departure could trigger a reshuffle in David Moyes’ squad as the club eyes replacements. Clubs across Europe are reportedly monitoring his situation closely, anticipating a potential mid-season move. Tottenham eyes McTominay for midfield boost Tottenham remain interested in signing Scott McTominay from Napoli. The 28-year-old Scotland midfielder impressed with his versatility and work rate. Spurs hope to strengthen their midfield with an experienced presence capable of controlling games. Negotiations could…

The Boston Celtics delivered a commanding 122–90 win over the New Orleans Pelicans, signaling their strength early in the season. From the opening tip-off, the Celtics controlled the game, showcasing balanced scoring, tight defense, and fast-paced offense. Their dominance was clear throughout all four quarters. Key players stepped up, contributing both points and assists. The team’s coordination and aggressive play made it difficult for the Pelicans to keep pace. The Celtics’ defense limited the Pelicans’ scoring opportunities, forcing turnovers and converting them into fast-break points. This approach helped them build an early lead and maintain control throughout the game. Offensively,…