November 30 – The FIFA world rankings have seen a reshuffle after the November international break, as Leo Messi’s Argentina remains top of the pile thanks to a 0-1 victory away against arch-rivals Brazil, despite losing its unbeaten streak in a 0-2 home defeat against Uruguay a week prior. France yet again lose out to Argentina despite the headline-hugging 14-0 …

Morning all, happy Friday to you all. Let’s start with news via David Ornstein that Arsenal are in talks with Takehiro Tomiyasu over a new contract. He says in The Athletic (£): The Premier League club have made an offer to the Japan international with the two parties expected to reach an agreement in due course. Good news, and if …

November 30 – Following in the footsteps of FIFA, UEFA has teamed up with Betano, who will become the European confederation’s betting partner for Euro 2024.  In a statement, the director of marketing at UEFA Guy-Laurent Epstein said: “Betano is a leading digital sports betting operator, with a focus on cutting-edge technology and responsible gaming. We believe that their industry …

The January transfer window can’t come soon enough for two Man United stars, both of whom have been sidelined by Erik ten Hag for what seems like an age. Despite the Red Devils still struggling in Europe and only just putting a run together in the Premier League, the Dutchman has steadfastly refused to call upon the services of both …

It’s no secret that Barcelona are thrilled to have the likes of Joao Felix and Joao Cancelo in their rank and if a report from Mundo Deportivo is to be believed, the team from Catalonia is looking to acquire their services on a permanent transfer in as early as January. Felix and Cancelo are currently on loan from Atletico Madrid …

While West Ham might have been far from at their best on Thursday evening, the Hammers officially punched their Europa League knockout stage ticket as they snatched a late 1-0 victory against TSC in Serbia. With David Moyes electing to make a string of changes here, the Premier League outfit struggled to find any kind of fluidity on either side …

Tottenham Hotspur are keen on bolstering their defence in the near future. They are looking to sign a player who can compete with Micky Van de Ven and Cristian Romero for a place in the starting XI. And, according to a report by Fichajes, they have their eyes set on Portuguese sensation Antonio Silva. The 20-year-old centre-back has already established …

The injury to Gavi last month came as a devastating blow for FC Barcelona, for the midfielder was ruled out for the remainder of the season due to the ACL rupture in his right knee. What it also did was opened up a window for the Catalans to bring in a new player as an emergency signing in January, as …

Werner on the Old Trafford radar Suffering another Champions League collapse away at Galatasaray on Wednesday evening, Manchester United have found themselves at the heart of real scrutiny this season. While Erik ten Hag’s might have once again broken the bank over the summer, it has been suggested that the Premier League heavyweights could be set for another hectic January …

November 30 – A day after the English FA formally announced the breakaway of the top tier Women’s Super League, the governing body has announced a £30 million fund for grassroots women’s football in England. It comes after the Lionesses’ success in reaching the World Cup final in August and winning Euro 2022. The so-called Lionesses Futures Fund will provide 30 new …