Kick Off: Arteta named PL Manager of the Season; Rudiger extends his contract with Real Madrid

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OFFICIAL: Mikel Arteta named Premier League Manager of the Season

Mikel Arteta has been named the Premier League Manager of the Season.

Here We Go! Romano: Real Madrid will extend contract with Rudiger until June 2027

According to Romano's latest report, Antonio Rudiger the German center back reaches a verbal agreement to extend his contract until June 2027.

Match Report

Nigeria 2-0 Zimbabwe: Azeez scores brace in the friendly

Femi Azeez scored twice for Nigeria on Tuesday, as the Super Eagles beat Zimbabwe in the Unity Cup semifinals at the Valley.

These Things Happen

US World Cup squad: Pulisic leads, McKennie and Weah in

The 2026 World Cup host US team announced the 26-man squad and player numbers, led by Pulisic, with McKennie and Timothy Weah included.

Germany released their official jersey numbers for WC2026: Musiala 10, Wirtz 17, Woltemade 11

Germany National Team released their jersey numbers for the upcoming World Cup. Notable players including Musia, Wirtz and Woltemade remain their conventional numbers at the National Team.

OFFICIAL: Alexia Putellas to leave Barcelona as London City Lionesses hold 'positive talks'

Barcelona have confirmed captain Alexia Putellas is leaving the club amid strong interest from London City Lionesses this summer.

The Defensive Wall: Lammens blocks the most goals in this season's Premier League

According to Sky Sports' latest statistics, Senne Lammens from Manchester United blocks the most goals per match in this season's Premier League.

Romano: PSG and Liverpool negotiating with Diomande's camp, player to decide

According to well-known journalist Romano, Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool are in talks with Diomande's team, and the decision rests with the player.

Mason Greenwood picks next club with father 'reaching out' as Man Utd close in on payday

Former Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood is expected to be on the move this summer and the Red Devils stand to benefit from a sell-on clause included when they sold him

PSG to receive double injury boost ahead of Champions League final against Arsenal

PSG are set to receive a double injury boost ahead of Saturday’s Champions League final against Arsenal. Luis Enrique’s Les Parisiens will try to retain Europe premier club’s competition title in Budapest against Mikel Arteta’s newly-crowned Premier League champions. The former FC Barcelona head coach expects to rely on a fully-fit squad for Saturday’s showpiece in Hungary, although Ousmane Dembélé and Achraf Hakimi were injury concerns.

AS: Barca interested in Newcastle winger Gordon amid competition with Bayern

According to a report by AS, Barcelona is competing with Bayern Munich to sign Newcastle United's English winger Gordon, a player highly regarded by Flick.

PL set for big managerial shake-up this summer with at least 5 clubs making a change in the dugout

Chelsea and Manchester United have already made big decisions over who will be in the dugout for them moving forward. Pep Guardiola has decided to leave Manchester City while there have been doubts around Liverpool boss Arne Slot this past season.

Paul Scholes forced to eat his words as Arsenal 'get apology' from Man Utd legend

Manchester Untied legend Paul Scholes has admitted he was too "harsh" on Arsenal this season. Earlier in the campaign, the ex-England international said Mikel Arteta's side "do not deserve" to win the Premier League.

Mikel Arteta makes Arsenal vow in new footage of lavish Premier League title celebrations

Arsenal have been relishing their first Premier League title since 2004, but Mikel Arteta had a bold promise for his players and his ecstatic fanbase

Enzo Maresca to Man City: Talks continue over hiring former Chelsea boss as Pep Guardiola's replacement

Manchester City are continuing talks with Enzo Maresca this week about succeeding Pep Guardiola.

Liverpool star emerges as target for Aston Villa with top European clubs also circling

Liverpool defender Joe Gomez has emerged as a potential target for Aston Villa.

Piers Morgan responds in row over Arsenal's celebrity fans being on the pitch for Premier League trophy lift

Piers Morgan has jokingly responded after fans questioned how he had been able to enter the pitch and join in with Arsenal's Premier League title celebrations.

Champions League manager reveals Anfield 'dream' as Reds to return for £22m star

The summer transfer window looks like being a crucial one for Liverpool as they aim to get back on track after a season to forget.

Antonin Kinsky's incredible comeback from Madrid nightmare to Tottenham legend status

Antonin Kinsky has paid tribute to fans and his support network after bouncing back from a humiliating night in the Champions League to help save Tottenham

What They Say

Haaland: Man City need to keep pushing and fighting for trophies without Guardiola

Erling Haaland insists Manchester City need to "keep pushing and fighting" for trophies following Pep Guardiola's departure.

Lukaku: My love for Napoli remains; i'm in better form now than before the 2022 world cup

In an interview with Belgian radio station RTBF, Lukaku discussed recent controversies and his relationship with Napoli.

Leao: this season tested me like never before, I hope Milan win honors next season

Portuguese forward Rafael Leao has recently been criticized by Milan fans and has been embroiled in transfer rumors this summer. He posted on social media, reviewing the team's performance this season and expressing his expectations for next season.

Fàbregas: Como will speak with Real Madrid about Nico Paz's future

Como coach Fàbregas has discussed Nico Paz's future in an interview.

Carvajal: I will continue to play next season, my next team is not decided yet

Carvajal will leave Real Madrid this summer, and he was asked about his future.

‘I’d been talking to Liverpool for a long time’ – Jérémy Jacquet lifts lid on €65m transfer to Arne Slot’s Reds

France international U21 centre-back Jérémy Jacquet gave a wide-ranging interview to Ouest-France ahead of his €65m transfer to Liverpool. Rennes and England’s most successful club shook hands during the winter transfer window over Jacquet’s price tag and future destination. Unfortunately for him, Jacquet’s last campaign with formative club Stade Rennais was cut short after he sustained a serious shoulder injury in early February.