Football

Matildas survive huge scare as Aussies into semis, World Cup after ruthless Kerr stunner

The Matildas have scraped through to the Asian Cup semi-finals, surviving a late onslaught from DPR Korea to cling onto a 2-1 win on Friday night.Despite North Korea being...

Is Iran in or out of World Cup 2026? Iraq’s playoff status?

The 2026 FIFA men's World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada is due to start in...

‘Taken hostage’: Iran’s wild claim as player backflips on Australia asylum, forcing panicked move

The head of the Iranian Football Federation on Tuesday cast further doubt on his country’s participation in this...

Premier League giants can’t afford to miss Champions League riches for even a season

The UEFA Champions League is back this week, but for the biggest clubs, it is becoming increasingly important...

‘Face execution’: Terrifying reality for Asian Cup side as grave fears over ‘diabolical situation’ laid bare

More than 60,000 people have signed a petition calling on the Albanese government to grant the Iranian women’s...

Liverpool’s inconsistencies have never been made more apparent

Beth LindopJan 24, 2026, 10:52 PMCloseBased in Liverpool, Beth Lindop is ESPN's Liverpool correspondent and also covers the WSL and UWCL.BOURNEMOUTH, England -- If...

Transfer rumors, news: Saudi league eyes Salah, Vinícius Jr. plus 50 more

The Saudi Pro League has big plans to sign Liverpool's Mohamed Salah and Real Madrid's Vinícius Júnior, while Liverpool see Crystal Palace midfielder Adam...

‘Like my son’: Villa boss explains shoving own player in bizarre sideline scenes — Europa Wrap

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery has brushed off a bizarre incident involving his own player as the Premier League side secured their place in...

‘It’s very strange’: Shock Palmer rumblings emerge as manager twist could force Chelsea’s hand

Shock rumblings have emerged Chelsea superstar Cole Palmer is unsettled at the London club — with a return to Manchester on the cards.That is...

Arne Slot ‘happy’ to welcome Mohamed Salah back at Liverpool

Arne Slot welcomed Mohamed Salah's return to Liverpool's squad and dropped a major hint the Egyptian forward would start in the Champions League against...

‘F***ing grow up’: Ugly Utd feud explodes as greats double down on star in scathing reply

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has been told to “f***ing grow up” by Old Trafford greats Paul Scholes and Nicky Butt after his scathing...