August 21st, 2025

Merson says: Palmer needs support – but stop him and you stop Chelsea

Paul Merson called Chelsea’s goalless draw with Crystal Palace on the opening weekend a “concern” and says West Ham will be aiming to shut down Cole Palmer to close off the Blues’ creativity.

Knight named in England World Cup squad as Cross misses out

Former captain Heather Knight has been named in England Women’s 15-strong squad for the ICC Women’s World Cup in India and Sri Lanka.

Merson: X-factor Eze can take Arsenal to the title

Sky Sports‘ Paul Merson believes the signing of Eberechi Eze can take Arsenal to the Premier League title this season.

Can leaky Derby get off the mark? Plus seven live games on Saturday! Weekend EFL guide

Massive live games, free highlights, league tables, podcasts, exclusive interviews and more. Everything you need to know about the EFL this weekend on Sky Sports.

Arsenal agree deal to sign Eze after hijacking Spurs move

Arsenal have agreed a £67.5m deal to sign Eberechi Eze after hijacking Tottenham Hotspur’s move for the Crystal Palace forward.

Arsenal’s ruthless Eze coup shows intent – leaving Spurs stunned

Arsenal’s stunning coup to snatch Eberechi Eze away from Spurs is a ruthless statement of intent, says BBC chief football writer Phil McNulty.

Premier League spending tops record £2.37bn as Leeds sign Okafor

Leeds United complete the signing of Noah Okafor from AC Milan to push spending by Premier League clubs to a record £2.37bn.

US rugby star Maher has Hollywood in sights after offer to join WWE

American social media sensation Ilona Maher says she may switch to WWE or Hollywood as her next career move after the Women’s Rugby World Cup.

‘Bold’ US Open gets everyone talking about mixed doubles

Everyone has been talking about the revamped US Open mixed doubles but the other Grand Slams are unlikely to follow suit soon.

Rodgers v Celtic’s board – the sequel

Celtic’s draw against Kairat Almaty adds to the strained relationship between manager Brendan Rodgers and the board over their lack of transfers.
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