Nigeria’s Falconets have reached the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup after beating England 3-0 in the Round of 16 in Poland. The Falconets vs England 3-0 result looked comfortable on the scoreboard, but Nigeria had to survive a difficult spell before taking control. Tosin Rafiu opened the scoring in the eighth…
English football is set to trial new rules in the 2026-27 season to stop goalkeepers from using injury time-outs to slow the game down, break the opposition’s momentum, or get tactical instructions from the bench. The move, backed by Pro Ref, the FA, Premier League, EFL, WSL and National League, still needs IFAB approval before…
Arsenal’s pursuit of Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa has stalled after the two clubs failed to agree on a valuation, leaving Mikel Arteta searching for defensive reinforcements following William Saliba’s long-term injury. The Gunners have reportedly valued the England international at £30–35 million, but Aston Villa are holding firm on an asking price of up…
The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final has been filled with as much drama off the pitch as on it, with Lionel Messi, Rodri, Donald Trump and Aymeric Laporte all making headlines before Sunday’s showdown between Argentina and Spain. The biggest talking point remains Lionel Messi, who will lead Argentina into what could…
Marcus Rashford is expected to report for Manchester United’s pre-season training next month after no agreement was reached over a permanent summer transfer, with new manager Michael Carrick keen to assess the forward before deciding his future. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Rashford has informed Manchester United that he will return for pre-season and…
The Football Association has reaffirmed its support for Thomas Tuchel, confirming the German will remain England manager despite the Three Lions’ 2-1 World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina. England’s campaign ended in Atlanta after Anthony Gordon gave them an early lead before late goals from Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martínez completed Argentina’s comeback. Although England…
Fresh reports linking Marcus Rashford with a move to Fenerbahçe have been dismissed by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, despite growing speculation following the Turkish club’s signing of Mason Greenwood from Marseille. Greenwood completed a €39 million move this week as Fenerbahçe continue strengthening their squad ahead of the new season. Reports in Turkey suggested Fenerbahçe…
The Football Association (FA) has thrown its full support behind Thomas Tuchel despite England’s heartbreaking 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-finals. The result ended England’s hopes of reaching their first World Cup final since 1966 after conceding two late goals following Anthony Gordon’s opener. Tuchel has faced heavy criticism from…
By Izuchukwu Okosi Defending Argentina will play Spain in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday at the New York, New Jersey Stadium, reports News Legend. England created the clearer cut chances but there were no shots on target in the first half of an tense World Cup semi-final duel. The…
Outgoing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly planning to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup final in New Jersey should England defeat Argentina in their semi-final, making it one of his final official engagements before leaving office. Reports indicate Starmer intends to fly to MetLife Stadium on Sunday and return to the UK in…
