Middleton-Patel’s exploits came after left-back Neil Taylor – whose mother is Indian – became the first player of Asian heritage to play for Wales’ men’s side at a major tournament during their historic run to… Euro 2025: Wales’ Safia Middleton-Patel’s historic second ‘so vital’
Although United have been strongly linked with Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson and Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez in recent days, it has always been the priority at Old Trafford to get the Mbeumo deal done… Bryan Mbeumo: Manchester United make £70m bid for Brentford ahead
Though Italy only scored three goals in the group stages, they have scored first in each of their four outings in Switzerland. Andrea Soncin’s side controlled possession in the first half against Norway and transitioned… Euro 2025: What risk might Italy present to England in semi-finals?
After starting his playing career, while working in a slate quarry, with local sides Locomotive Llanberis and Caernarfon Town, Davies signed for Wrexham in 1960 before being snapped up by Bolton. Following his move to… Ronald ‘Wyn’ Davies: Former Wales and Newcastle ahead dies aged 83
Newcastle are expected to accelerate their interest in Brentford striker Yoane Wissa in the next 24 hours after withdrawing from their pursuit of Hugo Ekitike. The Magpies want to sign a new centre-forward but their… Yoane Wissa: Newcastle speed up curiosity in Brentford striker
Record nine-time champions Nigeria and hosts Morocco are in action as the quarter-finals at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations get under way on Friday. BBC Sport Africa’s Celestine Karoney runs down what to… Wafcon 2024: What to look out for in quarter-finals
Trevor Francis became the first £1m men’s player when he joined Nottingham Forest 46 years ago. Smith, who only turned professional in 2023, joined Liverpool from Portuguese side Sporting a year ago for a club… Olivia Smith: Arsenal signal Liverpool ahead for world report £1m payment
England captain Leah Williamson will be acutely aware of Sweden striker Stina Blackstenius’ speed and the fact she likes to stretch the backline because they play together at Arsenal. Blackstenius is so good at running… England v Sweden: The place Euro 2025 quarter-final might be determined
Kawasaki Frontale have announced that Shin Yamada leaving, with the Japan striker set to join Celtic in a deal worth around £1.5m. (Anthony Joseph on X), external Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers confirmed Yamada will undergo… Yamada on method to Celtic, Hibs reject bids for defender – gossip
Ipswich have turned down a £35m offer from Brentford for winger Omari Hutchinson. The Bees reached Hutchinson’s relegation release clause but as the offer was not cash up front, it was rejected. The clause has… Omari Hutchinson: Ipswich reject Brentford bid for winger
Alexander Isak: (Newcastle United) Newcastle’s message is that Isak is not for sale but you get the feeling this isn’t the last we will hear about his future. Liverpool are interested in the 25-year-old Sweden… Ekitike, Isak, Sesko, Mbuemo, Gyokeres: The race for a striker is hotting up
Maltese champions Hamrun Spartans reached the second qualifying round of the Uefa Champions League for the first time on Tuesday – but they did it the hard way in a tie that went to extra… Champions League qualifier: Hamrun Spartans match with Zalgiris ends in 28-penalty shootout
