Chelsea keep Stamford Bridge open for individual training during government lockdown
Marco van Ginkel has revealed local Chelsea players remain able to train at Stamford Bridge, although the club insist on individual sessions only.
Liverpool's Roberto Firmino not focused on scoring goals, says former Red Emile Heskey
Former Liverpool striker Emile Heskey believes Roberto Firmino doesn't focus on scoring goals, instead providing the 'gel' that glues his side together.
Liverpool missing out on Mario Gotze was a blessing in disguise - Jurgen Klopp won't be tempted again
Liverpool fans would have been justified in feeling a little nervous when the summer transfer window of 2016 opened up.
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Peter Bonetti: Tributes paid to Chelsea goalkeeper as Petr Cech hails 'The Cat' a club 'legend'
Peter Bonetti dead: Former Chelsea and England goalkeeper 'The Cat' passes away, aged 78
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Thierry Henry's 100th Arsenal goal shirt raises over £16,000 for NHS charities
Thierry Henry and Robbie Savage have raised £16,100 for NHS Charities Together after auctioning the shirt the Frenchman wore when he scored his 100th Arsenal goal.
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Peter Bonetti was a goalkeeping great but also humble and friendly – Chris Woods remembers the Chelsea legend
The death on Sunday of Peter Bonetti at the age of 78 after a long illness has seen endless tributes paid to the Chelsea goalkeeping great.
Liverpool fan Sven-Goran Eriksson: Very hard to declare Premier League null and void
On This Day: Paul Gascoigne's FA Cup free-kick beats Ryan Giggs' Arsenal wonder goal and Danny Rose's rocket
April 14 is a date blessed with an abundance of spectacular football goals, with three particularly notable efforts coming against Arsenal - but which did one did Twitter pick as the best strike?
How Gareth Bale's self-belief got him through Tottenham winless streak
Newcastle takeover latest: 'Everybody will be celebrating' if £300m deal goes through
Steve Howey believes deal is good for owner Mike Ashley, the prospective buyers, and the fans Amnesty International UK says move is 'PR tool' for Saudi Arabia to 'sportswash' human rights image
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'Football has reached a moment of reckoning... it can't go on like this'
Special report: Existence of EFL clubs threatened by coronavirus crisis Chiefs call for a total overhaul to make clubs financially viable Many favour a salary cap so they don't operate beyond their means
Champions League blow for Atletico Madrid if RFEF plan to award European spots as LaLiga table stands goes ahead
The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) plans to award the European places to the teams currently occupying those positions if LaLiga cannot be finished this season.
Real Madrid should have signed Erling Haaland before he joined Borussia Dortmund, says Luis Figo
Real Madrid should have signed young striker Erling Haaland before he moved to Borussia Dortmund, their former winger Luis Figo believes.
Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo? Wayne Rooney only has one answer in 'GOAT' debate
In the eternal debate over whether Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo is the greatest footballer of all time, Wayne Rooney is not letting friendship get in the way.
AS Roma players and coaching staff to forgo four months' salary to help club through coronavirus crisis
AS Roma have announced that their players and coaching staff will forgo four months' salary to ease the financial strain on the club due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Manchester United fans react to podcast 'gold' as Paul Scholes is ruthlessly trolled by hosts
Paul Scholes has been labelled "dumb and dumber" on the official Manchester United podcast after a comical misunderstanding.
Theory Liverpool vs Atletico helped spread coronavirus an 'interesting hypothesis' says government advisor
Suggestions that the staging of Liverpool's Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid may have led to a spike in coronavirus cases in the city have today been described as 'an interesting hypothesis' by a scientific advisor to the government.
Newcastle takeover: Government unlikely to intervene in Saudi Arabia-led deal
The Government is not likely to intervene in the proposed Saudi Arabia-led takeover of Newcastle United, according to Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden.
Manchester United target Jack Grealish compared to Chelsea great Eden Hazard due to his 'God-given talent'
Aston Villa assistant manager and former Chelsea defender John Terry insists Manchester United target Jack Grealish is destined for greatness, likening him to ex team-mate Eden Hazard.
Uefa Champions League decision good for Chelsea and Manchester United... but bad for Arsenal and Tottenham
Arsenal and Tottenham have been dealt a blow to their hopes of Champions League qualification after Uefa confirmed their guidelines for awarding places next season.
Why Uefa's Champions League decision is good news for Chelsea
Chelsea's Champions League hopes received a boost on Thursday as Uefa confirmed their guidelines for awarding places next season.
Chelsea transfer target Philippe Coutinho undergoes ankle surgery
Chelsea transfer target Philippe Coutinho has undergone successful surgery on his right ankle.
Raheem Sterling knows David Silva will be 'sorely missed' as Manchester City goodbye draws closer
Raheem Sterling believes team-mate David Silva's will be "sorely missed" as Manchester City prepare for life without their Spanish superstar.
Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold loses out to Wolves' Diogo Jota in Fifa 20 ePremier League Invitational
Wolves' Diogo Jota snatched victory in the final of the Fifa 20 ePremier League Invitational with a dramatic 2-1 victory against Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold.
Tottenham captain Hugo Lloris says it's 'a privilege' to learn from Jose Mourinho
Tottenham captain Hugo Lloris says he is learning "so much" under manager Jose Mourinho.
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Government to begin talks with Premier League and other sporting bodies to resume competition 'within weeks'
The UK Government will this week begin a series of meetings with leading sports organisations with the hope of resuming competitions 'within weeks' after action was suspended by the coronavirus pandemic.
Jack Wilshere: I'll be honest... I didn't want to go to Arsenal
Jose Mourinho ranks Brazilian Ronaldo over Cristiano and Lionel Messi in GOAT debate
Jose Mourinho has named Ronaldo as the best player he has seen – just not the one you might expect.
QPR boss Mark Warburton 'cannot see how transfer window goes ahead' amid pandemic
QPR boss Mark Warburton says he cannot see how football's transfer window can go ahead this summer, in light of the coronavirus pandemic.
Jack Wilshere recalls being rushed to hospital in agony on the eve of his England debut
Jack Wilshere has revealed how he could have missed his England debut having spent the night before in hospital.
Ligue 1 season cancelled in France as government confirms ban on football until September
The French football season has been ended after the country's government announced that no large sporting events will be allowed to take place until at least September, even if they are behind closed doors.
Andre Onana to Chelsea? Goalkeeper confirms desire to leave Ajax
Ajax goalkeeper Andre Onana has confirmed his intention to leave the club this summer amid transfer speculation linking him to Chelsea.
Football must respect Government decision on fate of 2019-20 season, says Rio Ferdinand
Former Manchester United and England stalwart Rio Ferdinand says any Government decision regarding the fate of the 2019-20 domestic football season must be respected.
What Ferran Torres would bring to Liverpool: 'Skilful, great one-on-one, quick... and scores goals'
Ferran Torres has the talent and temperament to succeed at Liverpool if he makes a move to the Premier League, according to a former Valencia chief.
Dave Kitson announces bid to replace Gordon Taylor as PFA chief executive
Former Premier League striker Dave Kitson has announced his bid to end Gordon Taylor's near four-decade run as chief executive of the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA).
Daughter surprises dad by finishing Panini football sticker collection started 41 years ago
The coronavirus lockdown has given many of us time to polish off odd-jobs and tie up loose ends, but finally finishing a sticker collection you started 41 years ago is among the more novel.
Manchester United target Jack Grealish is 'too good for Aston Villa', says Conor Hourihane
Aston Villa midfielder Conor Hourihane says teammate Jack Grealish has outgrown the club and believes it is "only a matter of time" before he gets a move.
Lionel Messi scored his first Barcelona goal 15 years ago today
May 1, 2005 is a date for the history books – a day when everything changed for FC Barcelona as a 17-year-old Lionel Messi scored his first official goal for the Catalan club.
Chelsea's Kepa Arrizabalaga dismisses Frank Lampard rift as goalkeeper targets 'winning everything'
Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga has rejected speculation linking him with a move away from the club, insisting he has a "very good relationship" with coach Frank Lampard.
Premier League confirm plan to finish season should government restrictions allow
Premier League clubs underlined their commitment to complete the season as the "first tentative" steps towards a restart were discussed on Friday.
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David Beckham turns 45: Watch the birthday boy's 10 best Manchester United goals
It is hard to believe that it has been seven years now since Manchester United and England legend David Beckham made the final appearance of his glittering 20-year playing career.