Butland shocked by Hart absence

Joe Hart was ‘devastated’ by his England omission and the goalkeeper received support from Jack Butland.

Mascherano laments Romero injury blow

Argentina will head to Russia without Sergio Romero, leaving Javier Mascherano to lament his absence.

Ancelotti ‘thrilled’ by Serie A return with Napoli

Napoli have given Carlo Ancelotti the opportunity to return to Serie A, much to the delight of the former Bayern Munich coach.

Zidane: Be careful when you criticise Ronaldo

Zinedine Zidane says people should think twice before expecting Cristiano Ronaldo to struggle under the pressure of a big match.

Manyama coming back to the PSL?

Reports from Turkish outlets suggest that former Cape Town City midfielder Lebogang Manyama is set to leave his club in the Turkish top tier.

Arsenal refuse to comment on Emery appointment claims

Amid reports Unai Emery has been appointed by Arsenal, the club declined to offer an update on the search for Arsene Wenger’s replacement.

Buffon to decide future in a week amid PSG speculation

Italian veteran Gianluigi Buffon, 40, said he needs a week to decide where he will play next season as PSG circle.

Pellegrini named new West Ham manager

Manuel Pellegrini has returned to the Premier League, signing a three-year deal to take over at West Ham.

No offers from Chelsea or Zenit for Sarri

Alessandro Pellegrini the agent Maurizio Sarri has dismissed speculation regarding the in-demand Napoli boss.

Liverpool players can change their lives in Kiev, says Gerrard

Steven Gerrard has urged Liverpool’s players to ‘seize the moment’ when they meet Real Madrid in the Champions League final.