Category: Football - Page 2

A big change is coming to the 2025/26 Fantasy Premier League: players will now earn extra points for defensive contributions, not just goals or assists. Defenders hitting 10 key defensive actions per match get a bonus, and midfielders or forwards need 12 to score the same reward. This new rule puts a spotlight on hard-working defenders and defensive midfielders while giving managers lots to rethink for team selection.

James Trafford, fresh from a solid season at Burnley, heads back to Manchester City as a possible long-term replacement for Ederson. The club banks on youth with this buy-back, but Trafford faces the pressure of stepping up to Pep Guardiola's demanding system.

Scottish brewery BrewDog has launched a limited-edition beer celebrating England's presence at Euro 2024. While specifics on the beer are under wraps, BrewDog's history of eye-catching marketing and football tie-ins has fans and rivals buzzing. The brewery is no stranger to bold, cheeky campaigns tied to big events.

Ajax hammered Celtic 5-1 in a pre-season Como Cup clash, laying bare Celtic’s defensive weaknesses. The Scottish side showed early promise but fell apart after halftime, giving Ajax an easy route to the final against Como 1907 and leaving Celtic with big questions before the Champions League qualifiers.

Joey Jones, the beloved defender who inspired Liverpool to European Cup glory and left his mark at Wrexham, Chelsea, and Wales, has died at 70. His career was defined by grit, passion, and a lasting connection with fans across generations.

Paul Gascoigne is in stable condition in a Dorset hospital after collapsing at home. The football legend, found by his assistant, has battled alcohol addiction and mental health issues for years. He recently received an implant to help deter drinking. Fans and friends are rallying behind him as he recovers.

Andrews, once known for his sharp eye on set-pieces, has made a surprising leap to become Brentford's head coach. His story isn’t just about tactics—it’s about breaking expectations, reshaping the club’s identity, and inspiring players to buy into his vision from day one.

Chelsea and Manchester United are eyeing a dramatic shake-up involving Christopher Nkunku and Alejandro Garnacho, but there’s no formal swap deal on the table yet. Both forwards are unsettled at their clubs, while sources suggest any transfer moves would be separate rather than a direct exchange.

Rumors flew that Jürgen Klopp would trade his Red Bull role for AS Roma, but his agent quickly shot down the buzz. Italian media fueled the gossip after fans dug deep into a Roma owner's video, but both the club and Klopp's camp stand firm: no deal, and Klopp's head is still with Red Bull's squad network.

PSG claimed a slim 1-0 win over Arsenal in the Champions League semifinal first leg, thanks to Ousmane Dembélé's early goal. The French side dominated the first half, while Arsenal had a goal disallowed and missed chances after halftime. The decisive second leg takes place in Paris on May 7.