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Relegation-threatened Liverpool not fighting attempts to resume WSL season

Liverpool are not fighting attempts to resume the current Women's Super League season, Standard Sport understands.




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On this day: 'Crystanbul' ruins Liverpool title dream as Palace stage stunning fightback from 3-0 down

"An amazing night at Selhurst Park, Liverpool have caved in!"




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Howard Webb admits he got key decision wrong as Manchester United and Liverpool fought out title race

Former Premier League referee Howard Webb has revealed the one decision he wishes he could have reversed in his career, admitting: 'I knew within seconds I was wrong'.




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Lionel Messi has 'five to seven good years' left at Barcelona, predicts Xavi

Former Barcelona midfielder Xavi Hernandez believes Lionel Messi can continue at the top level for five to seven years.




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Manchester United wanted Alphonso Davies but 'did not have same vision' as Bayern Munich

The former coach of Bayern Munich star Alphonso Davies has revealed how Jose Mourinho and Manchester United missed out on the chance to sign the young full-back.




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England players make 'significant' donation to NHS through Players Together initiative

The England men's football team have made a "significant donation" to the NHS, using players' match fees.




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Premier League Project Restart: Behind-closed-doors return under 'active consideration', confirms Dominic Raab

The prospect of Premier League football returning behind closed doors is under "active consideration", Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab has confirmed.




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Mikel Arteta hints at Arsenal's negative energy after Unai Emery's exit

Mikel Arteta has admitted he felt the energy was not right at Arsenal when he first arrived at the club.




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West Ham's Manuel Lanzini warns Premier League return would be 'crazy' without coronavirus vaccine

West Ham midfielder Manuel Lanzini believes it would be "crazy" for the Premier League to resume playing while coronavirus remains a threat to player safety.




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Who is Joe Hugill? The Sunderland wonderkid poised to complete Manchester United transfer

Manchester United are reportedly beaten their Premier League rivals to the signing of Sunderland teenager Joe Hugill after some impressive displays at youth level.




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Atletico Madrid star Thomas Partey warned Arsenal move could 'destroy' career

Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey has been advised against a move to Arsenal or another Premier League club as it could "destroy" his career.




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Coronavirus sport news LIVE: Premier League Project Restart latest update; England stars donate to NHS

Welcome to the Evening Standard's LIVE coverage as the coronavirus crisis continues to heavily impact sport across the globe.




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Sir Alex Ferguson retired after 'failing to sign Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale' for Man United

Sir Alex Ferguson retired at Manchester United after failing to sign Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale, according to Patrice Evra.




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Angel Di Maria's wife slams 'horrible' Manchester and 'dolled up girls' after United spell

The wife of Manchester United flop Angel Di Maria has launched a remarkable attack on the city, five years on the pair leaving England.




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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta challenges Kieran Tierney to bring 'something special'

Mikel Arteta insists summer signing Kieran Tierney will bring Arsenal "something special" when the Premier League restarts following its suspension due to the coronavirus pandemic.




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How West Ham's goalkeepers are using technology to stay prepared during coronavirus lockdown

West Ham's goalkeepers are using the extra time afforded by the coronavirus lockdown to sharpen their minds.




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Sport TikTok challenges this week: World records, stay-at-home weightlifting and Dele Alli

With sport in lockdown across the globe , more and more sports stars are turning to social media to entertain themselves - and their fans.




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Chelsea winger Willian 'on his way to Tottenham' as Arsenal miss out on free transfer target

Chelsea winger Willian is "on his way to Tottenham", according to well-known pundit Richard Keys.




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'No room' for Australia players getting pregnant says Sam Kerr as Covid-19 crisis leads to packed schedule

Chelsea and Australia striker Sam Kerr believes the coronavirus pandemic has put paid to any plans her national team-mates have to get pregnant in the next five years.




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Ryan Giggs reveals Wales copied Liverpool attacking tactics... and failed

Ryan Giggs has revealed how an attempt to emulate Liverpool's attacking tactics 'didn't quite work' for Wales during a recent meeting with Croatia.




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Premier League's 'Project Restart' discussions compared to Brexit by Aston Villa chief Christian Purslow

Aston Villa chief executive Christian Purslow has compared the Premier League's 'Project Restart' planning to the Brexit process.




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Primeira Liga promotion confirmed for C.D. Nacional and Farense after second-tier season ended in Portugal

C.D. Nacional and Farense will officially return to Portugal's Primeira Liga next term after the 2019-20 season was declared over for teams in the country's second division.




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EFL chairman Rick Parry provides warning over £200m 'cash hole' and insists future salary caps 'essential'

Parry labelled Premier League parachute payments as "an evil which needs to be eradicated"




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Damien Comolli on Liverpool transfer strategy which helps them find value at top end of market

Liverpool are benefiting from an analytics-led transfer policy that helps them find value even at the top end of the market, the club's former director of football Damien Comolli has declared.




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Premier League defends parachute payments after EFL chairman calls them 'an evil which needs to be eradicated'

The Premier League has hit back at EFL chairman Rick Parry over parachute payments after he described them as "an evil which needs to be eradicated".




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Jadon Sancho and Reiss Nelson hope to inspire south London youngsters to break free from poverty

Jadon Sancho and Arsenal's Reiss Nelson have said said they hope their journeys to the top of professional football can inspire more youngsters from south London to break free of poverty.




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Liverpool heavy favourites to complete Timo Werner transfer despite Manchester United, Chelsea links

Liverpool are favourites to secure the signing of in-demand RB Leipzig forward Timo Werner this summer.




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Andres Iniesta marks anniversary of famous goal at Chelsea by calling up children of the 'Iniestazo'

To mark the anniversary of his famous goal against Chelsea, former Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta has called up some of the young fans conceived after his epic tie-clinching strike at Stamford Bridge.




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How Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's signings have transformed Manchester United

Luke Shaw has hailed the togetherness of the Manchester United squad, revealing the introductions of manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and signings such as captain Harry Maguire have provided pivotal turning points.




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Fred explains Manchester United resurgence after 'awful' season

Manchester United midfielder Fred has opened up about his "awful" debut season in the Premier League, and says he is performing better now that he has finally settled into life in the city.




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Harry Maguire believes 'inconsistent' Manchester United are their own worst enemies

Harry Maguire claims Manchester United have been their own worst enemies this season - but has revealed his determination to lead them back to the top.




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Bundesliga return is 'great news for football', says LaLiga president Javier Tebas

LaLiga president Javier Tebas has applauded the return to action of Germany's Bundesliga after a lengthy enforced break due to coronavirus.




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Ander Herrera explains his Manchester United exit and reflects on 'sad' PSG title

Ander Herrera has revealed Ole Gunnar Solskjaer tried to persuade him to stay at Manchester United last summer, but states his mind was made up after a disagreement with the board.




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Transfer news LIVE: Lozano to Man Utd, Sancho blow; Stiller to Arsenal; Chelsea, Liverpool gossip; Sane latest

Welcome to the Evening Standard's live blog covering the latest transfer news and rumours from the Premier League and Europe.




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Manchester United icon Patrice Evra riles Arsenal fans with 'babies' comparison

Patrice Evra undoubtedly holds a special place the hearts of Manchester United fans.




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Mikel Arteta beefs up Arsenal's post-lockdown strategy by sharing ideas with LA Rams coach Sean McVay

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has been sharing ideas with the coach of NFL side LA Rams, Sean McVay.




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Gary Lineker interview: What's the rush for football to return? Let's get this season done and take it from there

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW




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On this day 2019 – Liverpool stun Barcelona with Champions League comeback at Anfield

Mohamed Salah had made a point of not zipping up his hooded top as he arrived at Anfield that evening.




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Santi Cazorla wants Arsenal return as a coach or sporting director

Former Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla has said he would like to return to the club as a coach or sporting director in the future.




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'Angel Di Maria was awful at Manchester United!' - Gary Neville hits back after winger's wife criticises city

Gary Neville has hit back at Angel di Maria – describing the winger as 'awful' during his time at Manchester United.




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Liverpool's tactical blueprint behind famous Barcelona victory revealed




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Henrikh Mkhitaryan pleads with Arsenal for AS Roma transfer: 'My time in London is over'

Arsenal loanee Henrikh Mkhitaryan has pleaded with the club to allow him join AS Roma on a permanent basis.




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Macclesfield Town deducted seven points for failing to fulfil League Two fixture and non-payment of players

Macclesfield Town have been hit with an immediate seven-point deduction for failing to fulfil a fixture along with non-payment of their players.




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Coronavirus sport news LIVE: Premier League Project Restart latest; Bundesliga return date confirmed

Welcome to the Evening Standard's LIVE coverage as the coronavirus crisis continues to heavily impact sport across the globe.




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Lionel Messi blamed for Philippe Coutinho's Barcelona failure by Rivaldo

Lionel Messi is largely to blame for Philippe Coutinho's failure to succeed at Barcelona, according to club legend Rivaldo.




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Man United star Bruno Fernandes 'now worth just £18m' after coronavirus pandemic

Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes would be worth just €20million (£17.5m) in the current transfer market, just three months on from his €65m (£57m) move to Old Trafford.




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Liverpool's Melwood training ground partially reopened ahead of Premier League Project Restart

Liverpool have partially reopened their training ground as the Premier League moves closer to agreeing a potential resumption date.




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Arsenal legend Thierry Henry insists no stadium will ever compare to his 'garden' Highbury

Arsenal legend Thierry Henry insists no stadium he has played in, regardless of size or aesthetics, will ever compare to Highbury.




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Barcelona 'favourites' to sign Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang

Barcelona are 'favourites' to sign wantaway Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, according to the latest odds.




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Liverpool clean sweep as Jordan Henderson, Jurgen Klopp and Trent Alexander-Arnold pick up BBC fan awards

Liverpool have made a clean sweep on the BBC's end-of-season awards after a fan vote.