October 1st, 2021
James’ England call-up surprises Tuchel – ‘He’s in the pool!’
Chelsea head coach Thomas Tuchel says Reece James will not be able to represent England next week given the defender is currently “training in the pool”.
Toone on Chelsea defeat, first England start and the No 7 shirt
Manchester United Women’s unbeaten start to the season came to an abrupt end at the weekend when they lost 6-1 to Chelsea Women, but Ella Toone believes it was a “blessing in disguise”.
Ole: I get Van de Beek’s concerns, but we can’t have sulkers
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer understands Donny van de Beek’s frustration due to a lack of minutes but insists Manchester United “can’t have any sulkers”.
Powell laying groundwork for another Chelsea test
As Brighton Women boss Hope Powell prepares her side to take on Chelsea Women this weekend, chances are you will find her as perplexed about the state of her grass as outwitting the defending champions.
Ripped Eubank Jr warns: I’m a barbarian
Chris Eubank Jr looked in sensational shape and vowed to perform like “an absolute barbarian” in his comeback fight.
Ashes will go ahead says Australia captain Tim Paine, even if some England players stay home
Australia captain Tim Paine says the Ashes will go ahead this winter – even if some England players decide not to travel because of Covid-19 restrictions.
Andres Iniesta: ‘One day I wish to return to Barcelona – but I’m not done winning trophies in Japan’
Andres Iniesta tells BBC Sport about his career in Japan, what he will do next and how he would like to go back to Barcelona.
Ronald Koeman sacking by Barcelona ‘only a matter of time’ – Guillem Balague
Barcelona are set to sack manager Ronald Koeman and it could even happen before they next play, says Guillem Balague.
Brazil legend Pele leaves hospital after surgery
Brazil legend Pele is released from hospital after undergoing surgery for a colon tumour.