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England battle Argentina and Spain edge past France as A-League strike looms
England and Spain reach World Cup semi-final week amid tight Atlanta security, while Sheffield’s missing teenager is found safe, a man admits filming abuse of his drugged partner, and Australia’s A-League faces strike action.
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Gracie Pearse joins Sheffield United Women | BWSL2 – WSL Football
Gracie Pearse joins Sheffield United Women | BWSL2 WSL Football
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Travellers move on to football pitches at popular Steel City Sports Ground in Sheffield
An unauthorised traveller encampment occupied football pitches at a popular sports ground in Sheffield before later leaving, bringing the incident to a close. The main significance was the temporary disruption to a well-used community sports site and the concern such occupations can cause for clubs, players and nearby residents. The available reporting indicates the group…
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American Elfath to referee England v Argentina
Fifa announce American referee Ismail Elfath will take charge of England’s World Cup semi-final against Argentina.
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The agony and ecstasy of World Cup penalty shootouts – in pictures
Ever since France midfielder Alain Giresse struck the World Cup’s first shootout penalty in 1982, a total of 342 players have stepped up to face the goalkeeper for the most nerve wracking test in football. We take a look at some of the players who took their shot at glory from the spot Continue reading…
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Wales keeper Darlow joins Man Utd after Leeds exit
Manchester United sign veteran goalkeeper Karl Darlow after his contract expires at Leeds.
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England-Argentina World Cup semi-final in Atlanta prompts joint security operation
A joint security operation is being put in place in Atlanta ahead of England’s World Cup semi-final against Argentina because officials believe the fixture carries an unusually high risk of disorder. The match is seen as sensitive because of the long-running football rivalry between the two countries, recent crowd trouble elsewhere in the tournament, and…
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Britain’s kids health crisis, World Cup ref row, Ryanair window horror survival tale
Campaigners warn Britain is raising its unhealthiest generation as pharmacies struggle, FIFA’s Argentina-Messi referee pick fuels World Cup fix claims, and a Ryanair passenger’s wife describes clinging to him after he was sucked partly from a jet window.
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Lionel Messi gets his favourite referee for England vs Argentina World Cup semi-final despite conspiracy theories that tournament is ‘rigged’
FIFA have announced the referee for England’s World Cup semi-final showdown with Argentina – and it’s an official that the holders’ talisman Lionel Messi is familiar with.
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World Cup 2026: France v Spain semi-final buildup; Rice set to start for England against Argentina – live
⚽️ Latest news before first of the semi-finals in Dallas ⚽️ Player guide | Golden Boot | Football Daily | Email us Beyond Kane and Bellingham, the man at the heart of England’s midfield is the most important player in the side (imo). Good thing, then, that he’s fit and ready to start. Continue reading…