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Premier League clubs removed the option to sell assets like hotels or women’s teams to themselves to bypass financial regulations.Clubs approved a new Financial Fair Play model based on squad costs after a narrow vote in London.They considered three approaches to replace Profit and Sustainability Rules, and Squad Cost Ratio won with 14 votes.The league will require clubs to cap overall squad expenses at 85% of revenue from 2026–27.Clubs playing in Europe must meet Uefa’s lower limit of 70%.Squad costs include wages, transfer payments and agents’ fees.The shift closes the loophole that allowed teams to use capital asset sales to…

Tottenham head coach Thomas Frank has said Spurs are not close to spending £100m on a single player, despite comparisons with Arsenal’s big-money approach. Following recent leadership changes at the club, Spurs are aiming to grow both on and off the pitch, but Frank believes matching Arsenal’s £105m signing of Declan Rice is not imminent. Tottenham’s current record transfer remains the £60m signing of Richarlison in 2022. Frank said he does not expect Spurs to make such a huge outlay soon, stressing the importance of long-term planning, smart recruitment and player development over headline-grabbing spending. He added that while investment…

Celtic abandoned its annual meeting after shareholders jeered director Ross Desmond for calling some fans “bullies.”Chairman Peter Lawwell initially adjourned the session for 30 minutes after chants of “sack the board” erupted.Desmond read a statement defending his father, Dermot, the club’s largest shareholder, but disruption forced Lawwell to halt proceedings.The club later condemned the behavior as “completely unacceptable” and expressed regret for shareholders unable to participate constructively. Fans Criticize Board and Interim Management Supporters have criticized the board over summer transfers, Champions League failures, and falling seven points behind Hearts.Desmond defended Lawwell and CEO Michael Nicholson, claiming critics “dehumanize and…

Ian Wright has defended Jude Bellingham, claiming some of the midfielder’s critics are uncomfortable with seeing a “black superstar” succeed. Bellingham was criticised following his reaction to being substituted during England’s World Cup qualifying win over Albania, with some suggestions he could be a disruptive influence in the squad. Wright dismissed that narrative, arguing that the backlash is driven by fear of Bellingham’s success and influence. Speaking on the Stick to Football podcast, Wright said Bellingham’s confidence, performances and leadership make certain people uneasy. He suggested that outspoken, high-performing black players are often treated differently, contrasting the reception of players…

Wright criticises public reaction to BellinghamIan Wright says some people are not ready to embrace a Black superstar like Jude Bellingham. He argues that criticism of the Real Madrid midfielder carries racial undertones. Wright believes observers react negatively to Bellingham’s confidence and strong identity. Growing tension over England role and reactionsBellingham faced backlash after reacting angrily to being substituted against Albania. Thomas Tuchel says he will review the situation after apologising earlier this year for stern comments. Despite shining at Euro 2024, Bellingham is no longer a guaranteed starter. Some pundits now question his place at the next World Cup.…

The World Cup play-off draw takes place Thursday at 12:00 GMT, determining semi-final and final matchups.Wales secures a home semi-final, while Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland play away.Each of the four paths contains four teams with one-legged semi-finals and finals.Seeded teams host semi-finals: Pot 1 faces Pot 4, and Pot 2 meets Pot 3.The draw will also decide home advantage for the finals. Path Structure and Fixtures The draw begins with Pot 1 and ends with Pot 4, forming the four distinct paths.Semi-finals occur Thursday, 26 March, at 17:00 GMT or 19:45 GMT, with finals on Tuesday, 31…

The U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team delivered a commanding performance against Uruguay in a friendly match in Tampa, securing a 5–1 victory. The win is being hailed as a major statement for the team ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Sebastian Berhalter opened the scoring, setting the tone early for the U.S., while Alex Freeman added two goals to help secure the decisive win. Other contributors added to the tally, showcasing depth and cohesion in the squad. Coaches and analysts view the result as a confidence booster, highlighting the USMNT’s offensive strength and tactical flexibility. The team demonstrated quick transitions,…

Wolfsburg came from behind to defeat Manchester United, ending the English side’s perfect Women’s Champions League record.Fridolina Rolfo opened scoring in the 14th minute with her third goal of the competition.Ella Peddemors equalized three minutes later, exploiting a mix-up between goalkeeper Safia Middleton-Patel and captain Maya Le Tissier.Peddemors scored again in the 37th minute, sending a loose ball past Middleton-Patel at the far post.Lineth Beerensteyn added a third for Wolfsburg in the 45th minute before Melvine Malard pulled one back in stoppage time.Beerensteyn struck again in the 65th minute, finishing past Le Tissier after shrugging off Julia Zigiotti Olme.Wolfsburg completed…

Manchester United’s proposal to introduce personal seat licences (PSLs) to help fund the £2bn redevelopment of Old Trafford is under pressure due to the government’s new measures against ticket touting. The club was considering a PSL system that would allow holders to resell match or season tickets at a profit. However, upcoming legislation will ban the resale of sports and music tickets above their original price, undermining the viability of such a model. Although football already falls under existing laws restricting secondary ticket sales, government sources say they would oppose any attempt by United to create a new resale market…

Hakimi Secures Africa’s Top Men’s AwardAchraf Hakimi claims the 2025 African Footballer of the Year award in Rabat. The Morocco defender beats Mohamed Salah and Victor Osimhen after a stellar season with Paris Saint-Germain. He helps his club win the French title and their first Champions League trophy. He becomes the first Moroccan winner since Mustapha Hadji in 1998.Ghizlane Chebbak also delivers joy for the hosts. The Morocco captain wins the women’s award ahead of Rasheedat Ajibade and Sanaa Mssoudy. A panel of experts chooses the winners. The voters include members of Caf’s technical committee, African media professionals, players and…