Insigne prefers Messi to new Juve star Ronaldo
Napoli winger Lorenzo Insigne prefers Lionel Messi to new Juventus forward Cristiano Ronaldo, who he claims will not be able to win games on his own in Serie A.
Familiarity with demands of Real Madrid an advantage – Lopetegui
New Real Madrid coach Julen Lopetegui thinks his familiarity with the demands and expectations of the club following his previous spells there will serve as an advantage to his chances of success.
Alderweireld hints at Tottenham departure
Toby Alderweireld cast doubt over his future at Tottenham after describing the club’s decision not to utilise him towards the end of 2017-18 as ‘unjustified’.
Man United and Ajax agree Daley Blind transfer
Daley Blind is edging closer to an Ajax return after Manchester United confirmed the two clubs have agreed terms on a transfer.
10 World Cup star signings who turned out to be failures
The World Cup offers players the chance to shine on the world’s biggest stage. If they are able to perform they are often thrust into the limelight with a big move once the tournament is done, but it doesn’t always work out as planned.
10 things we will all remember about World Cup 2018
The 2018 Fifa World Cup has come and gone but the events over the last month will live long in the memory of those who enjoyed all the action.
How do you replace a player like Cristiano Ronaldo?
How do you replace someone who’s averaged 50 goals a year over nine seasons? Back in 2009, when Cristiano Ronaldo joined Real Madrid, Manchester United learned how hard it can be when they slumped to second place after three league titles in a row.
Ronaldo on Messi: We will see who is best
Cristiano Ronaldo’s blockbusting move to Juventus has not kept Lionel Messi off the agenda on his first day with his new employers.
Ronaldo: Players my age move to Qatar or China
Cristiano Ronaldo claims it was an easy decision for him to join Juventus from Real Madrid and took a thinly veiled swipe at his contemporaries who chase final paydays away from elite leagues.
Goal-laden final adds to staggering World Cup stats
The Opta data reveal a number of records and outstanding statistics that underpin World Cup 2018’s claim to being one of the best ever.