Rooney backing Kane to break England record

Wayne Rooney has backed England captain Harry Kane to break his record tally of 53 international goals for the nation.

Ballon d’Or success would not change Modric’s ‘best year’

Real Madrid and Croatia midfielder Luka Modric is among the front-runners for the 2018 Ballon d’Or, but he is not focused on the prize.

Croatia edge Spain in five-goal thriller

Tin Jedvaj’s extraordinary double saw Croatia blow their Nations League pool wide open with a 3-2 win against Spain on Thursday, setting up a make-or-break clash with England.

Batshuayi rekindles Hazard flame with match-winning brace

Belgium will take winning form into their decisive final Nations League fixture after Michy Batshuayi scored twice to see off a stubborn Iceland 2-0 in Brussels.

Experimental side impresses on Rooney farewell

Wayne Rooney bade a fond farewell to England as an experimental Three Lions side coasted to a 3-0 friendly win over the United States at Wembley on Thursday.

Mendy undergoes knee surgery

Manchester City have announced defender Benjamin Mendy has had knee surgery but have not stated how long he will be sidelined.

Klopp: I don’t feel pressure of Liverpool expectations

Jurgen Klopp claims he does not feel pressure despite Liverpool being tipped to challenge for the Premier League title this season, while admitting he does not give too much thought to systems and formations.

Rooney wanted to finish career at United

Wayne Rooney says he wanted to finish his career at Manchester United but believes he chose the right time to leave the club.

PSG starlet Mbappe plays down Pele comparisons

Paris Saint-Germain and France star Kylian Mbappe was happy and proud to be compared to Pele, but said no-one could be like the Brazil great.

Mourinho is better than Guardiola – Maradona

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is a better manager than Manchester City counterpart Pep Guardiola, according to Diego Maradona.