Alisson might be Liverpool's greatest-ever goalkeeper – but Reds' decision to plan for life without injury-prone Brazilian is being proven right

GOAL Mark Doyle AnalysisLiverpoolTransfersA. BeckerG. MamardashviliPremier LeagueFEATURES It's become clear over the last year that the Selecao shot-stopper cannot be relied upon to stay fit for an entire campaign Liverpool announced on Monday that Jarell Quansah had signed a new, long-term contract with the club. It was just reward for an academy product who has …

Harry Kane, David Beckham & the 25 best England players of 21st century so far – ranked

GOAL James Westwood OpinionEnglandH. KaneW. RooneyJ. BellinghamD. BeckhamF. LampardR. SterlingS. GerrardB. SakaFEATURESWorld CupEuropean ChampionshipL. ShawH. MaguireD. RiceJ. StonesK. WalkerJ. Pickford The Three Lions have been blessed with stars over the last 25 years, and though success has remained elusive, they've delivered unforgettable moments England are the perennial underachievers of international football, and have been ever …

Red-hot Lionesses star Lauren Hemp is showing why all-conquering Barcelona wanted to sign her with superb Man City displays

GOAL Ameé Ruszkai AnalysisManchester City WomenL. HempBarcelonaChampions LeagueWSLWomen's footballFEATURESManchester City Women vs Barcelona The England star was heavily linked with a move to Catalunya, and she'll hope to remind everyone against the European champions on Wednesday When Lauren Hemp was linked with a move to Barcelona last season, it was hardly a surprise. While the …

'I wasn't too happy' – Chelsea midfielder Cesare Casadei admits hating life at Stamford Bridge under new USMNT boss Mauricio Pochettino

Getty Soham Mukherjee ChelseaC. CasadeiPremier LeagueM. Pochettino Cesare Casadei has admitted to hating life at Chelsea under Mauricio Pochettino and explained how Enzo Maresca changed his future plans. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Casadei struggled to impress Pochettino Was a fringe player under the Argentine Maresca's arrival offered him a fresh …

'I told Hansi Flick it was because of me' – Lamine Yamal reveals explanation for Barcelona outburst in win at Alaves

Getty Peter McVitie L. YamalBarcelonaLaLigaDeportivo Alaves vs BarcelonaDeportivo AlavesH. Flick Lamine Yamal has explained his angry reaction to being substituted during Barcelona's game against Alaves on Sunday. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Lamal was substituted in win at Alaves Winger was visibly angry after withdrawal Barcelona star has explained his reaction …

'Lee Carsley will have more sleepless nights than me!' – Jack Grealish opens up on joys of fatherhood after birth of baby daughter

Getty Images/Goal Soham Mukherjee J. GrealishEnglandManchester CityUEFA Nations League BPremier League Jack Grealish joked that Lee Carsley "will have more sleepless nights" as England manager than he will as a new father. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Grealish recently became a father Described it as "the best moment" of his life …

Revealed: What VAR said that led to Man Utd captain Bruno Fernandes' 'wrong' red card against Tottenham

Getty Images Peter McVitie B. FernandesManchester UnitedManchester United vs TottenhamTottenhamPremier League Bruno Fernandes' red card against Tottenham was not overturned on the field because VAR felt the referee's decision was not clearly wrong. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Fernandes sent off against Spurs Ref chief says VAR should have overturned it …

Chelsea women's player ratings vs Real Madrid: Millie Bright fails to convince but Lauren James impresses as the Blues win their Champions League opener

Getty Images/GOAL Ameé Ruszkai Player ratingsChelsea FC WomenChampions LeagueL. JamesM. BrightChelsea FC Women vs Real Madrid FemeninoFEATURES New head coach Sonia Bompastor marked her first UWCL game in charge of the English champions with a narrow but important victory. Chelsea could be forgiven for thinking it wasn't going to be their night on Tuesday. Injury, …

'He has no life' – Ibrahima Konate defends Kylian Mbappe from French criticism and suggests Real Madrid star is struggling psychologically

Getty Images Sport Peter McVitie K. MbappeI. KonateReal MadridFranceUEFA Nations League ALaLiga Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe could have a "psychological breakdown" because of the criticism he receives, France team-mate Ibrahima Konate says. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Mbappe facing heavy criticism Star left out of France squad due to injury …

Player of the Year! Cole Palmer receives England Men's award for outstanding 2024 performances

Getty Images Soham Mukherjee C. PalmerEnglandChelsea Cole Palmer has been honoured with the England Men's Player of the Year award for 2024, beating competition from Bukayo Saka and Jude Bellingham. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Palmer bags another individual accolade Was recognised as England Men's Player of the Year Scored in …