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Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says he spoke to Erling Haaland during the summer about “some things” he “didn’t like” – but urged the striker to keep “pressing like an animal”.

Haaland has been the Premier League's top scorer in his first two seasons with City, with 36 league goals as they won the Treble in 2022-23. The Norwegian scored 27…

Continue ReadingManchester City boss Pep Guardiola says he spoke to Erling Haaland during the summer about “some things” he “didn’t like” – but urged the striker to keep “pressing like an animal”.

Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker says he turned down a move to Saudi Arabia this summer because he is “really happy” at Anfield.

The Brazilian joined the Reds in 2018 in a £66.8m move from Roma, making him the most expensive goalkeeper in the world at the time. Alisson, 31, has won the…

Continue ReadingLiverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker says he turned down a move to Saudi Arabia this summer because he is “really happy” at Anfield.

American McCartney Kessler stunned No. 1 seed Beatriz Haddad Maia of Brazil on Saturday, shaking off a brutal first set for a 1-6, 6-1, 7-5 victory in the final of Tennis in the Land in Cleveland.It was Kessler’s first career WTA Tour title.

Kessler thrived as an underdog in the tournament, ousting No. 4 seed Xinyu Wang of China and No. 5 seed Anastasia Potapova of Russia before completing the upset of Haddad…

Continue ReadingAmerican McCartney Kessler stunned No. 1 seed Beatriz Haddad Maia of Brazil on Saturday, shaking off a brutal first set for a 1-6, 6-1, 7-5 victory in the final of Tennis in the Land in Cleveland.It was Kessler’s first career WTA Tour title.

Hall of Fame designated hitter Edgar Martinez will serve as the Seattle Mariners’ hitting coach for the rest of the 2024 season.

New Seattle skipper Dan Wilson announced the hire on Friday, one day after Scott Servais was fired as the manager. Martinez, 61, played his entire 18-year career in Seattle (1987-2004),…

Continue ReadingHall of Fame designated hitter Edgar Martinez will serve as the Seattle Mariners’ hitting coach for the rest of the 2024 season.

Ipswich have signed Burnley defender Dara O’Shea for an initial £12m plus a potential £3m in add-ons.

The Republic of Ireland international has penned a five-year deal with the Tractor Boys. He is Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna's 11th signing of the summer, following the capture of winger…

Continue ReadingIpswich have signed Burnley defender Dara O’Shea for an initial £12m plus a potential £3m in add-ons.

Carlos Alcaraz said he will be “at 100%” for the U.S. Open despite stopping his training in New York on Saturday as a precaution after twisting his ankle.

Four-time Grand Slam champion Alcaraz has dealt with a number of injuries in recent times, including an ankle injury that forced him to withdraw in the first round of the…

Continue ReadingCarlos Alcaraz said he will be “at 100%” for the U.S. Open despite stopping his training in New York on Saturday as a precaution after twisting his ankle.

Barcelona are determined to sign a new left winger before Friday’s transfer deadline. As things stand, Federico Chiesa is the preferred option, and an opening offer is expected to be sent to Juventus in the coming days.

However, Chiesa isn’t the only player being considered by Barcelona. Earlier this month, they were linked with Kingsley Coman, who will be allowed to leave Bayern Munich on loan during…

Continue ReadingBarcelona are determined to sign a new left winger before Friday’s transfer deadline. As things stand, Federico Chiesa is the preferred option, and an opening offer is expected to be sent to Juventus in the coming days.

Real Madrid play their first home match of the 2024-25 season on Sunday, as they host Real Valladolid at the Santiago Bernabeu. Carlo Ancelotti’s side will be aiming to bounce back from last weekend’s disappointing opening weekend draw against Mallorca, and they are huge favourites to do so.

Valladolid will arrive in the Spanish capital with confidence, having won their opening match against Espanyol. Paulo Pezzolano is projected to name the same team that started at the Estadio…

Continue ReadingReal Madrid play their first home match of the 2024-25 season on Sunday, as they host Real Valladolid at the Santiago Bernabeu. Carlo Ancelotti’s side will be aiming to bounce back from last weekend’s disappointing opening weekend draw against Mallorca, and they are huge favourites to do so.

Mikel Merino has reportedly ‘completed his Arsenal medical’ as he edges closer to finalising a £33million deal to join the north London club from Real Sociedad.

Mail Sport reported last week that the Mikel Arteta's side had agreed a £32.67million deal in principle with the LaLiga club to sign the Spain international, with the Gunners looking…

Continue ReadingMikel Merino has reportedly ‘completed his Arsenal medical’ as he edges closer to finalising a £33million deal to join the north London club from Real Sociedad.