England forward Aggie Beever-Jones is set to remain with Chelsea this summer. The 22-year-old’s contract was due to expire, but with a one-year option available, she is understood to have agreed fresh terms committing her future to the club. A graduate of Chelsea’s academy, Beever-Jones has established herself as a regular Women’s Super League goalscorer...

Countries taking part in the 2026 Fifa World Cup had to submit their final 26-player squads by Monday, 1 June, with Fifa confirming those lists on Tuesday, 2 June. From that moment, changes are only allowed in two specific situations. One is when a player suffers a serious injury or illness; in that case, a...

When Clarke was appointed in May 2019, Scotland’s priority was clear: end the men’s long absence from a major finals since 1998. He delivered that goal more than once. Now his successor’s brief is to build on three qualifications by finally reaching the knockout stages. That will be no small feat. Clarke united the squad...

The Prince of Wales is an avid football fan and is often seen supporting Aston Villa. In his message, he thanked everyone on and off the field for a memorable tournament. The Royal Family also reacted to England’s defeat. A post on their social media offered commiserations to Harry and the team, alongside a photo...

Lockyer said the opportunity really excites him, as he’s eager to try new things, push himself in a new setting, and get to work, ready for every challenge ahead. The centre-back started out at Bristol Rovers before moving to Charlton, then enjoyed a successful five-year stint at Luton, where he helped the Hatters win promotion...

Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes is set to move to Aston Villa in a transfer valued at £38m. The Brazil international has left Wolves’ training camp in Portugal and is due to undergo a medical on Thursday. The agreement comprises an initial £34m plus a further £4m in add-ons. Villa are seeking midfield reinforcements after selling...

Scotland’s World Cup exit was a third straight group-stage departure under Clarke, each marked by a blunt attacking edge. Many observers point to a shortage of pace and athleticism across the side, which dulls Scotland’s counter-attacking threat compared with similarly sized nations. The same physical gap in defence limits the scope to press high, leaving...

This World Cup has made clear that both players handle the pressure of a major tournament without flinching. Despite the spotlight on Messi, it seems only a matter of time before Mbappe catches him at the top of the World Cup scoring charts. The Frenchman is just two behind the 39-year-old, having scored 16 in...

Doyle said Maddy had spoken to him about several matters: her housing situation and possibly selling her home, feeling it was time to have a long-term partner, her desire to advance in her marketing career, that football felt “different” now, and other “personal stuff.” He recalled Maddy asking whether returning to a full-time role in...

Newcastle United have completed the signing of teenage midfielder Sean Steur from Ajax in a deal that could rise to £23m. The 18-year-old arrived on Tyneside on Wednesday evening, underwent his medical, and finalised a five-year contract running through 2031. “It feels amazing to join,” Steur said, calling Newcastle a major Premier League club and...