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How could Liverpool replace Alexander-Arnold?
This post was originally published on BBC Football Trent Alexander-Arnold will leave Anfield this summer – so how could Liverpool replace their multi-talented right-back?
Old Firm fizzling out will add to Ferguson frustration
This post was originally published on BBC Football Former Ibrox striker Steven Naismith thinks Rangers did well to stifle Celtic but Sunday’s 1-1 draw leaves interim manager Barry Ferguson without a home win in five attempts.
Injured Maddison expected to miss rest of season
This post was originally published on BBC Football Tottenham midfielder James Maddison is expected to miss the final three weeks of the season with a knee injury, BBC Sport understands.
Aberdeen apologise to St Mirren fan after 'unacceptable' chants
This post was originally published on BBC Football Police are investigating the incident as a hate crime after a clip was posted on social media.
'Time to tell fans the truth' – Alexander-Arnold to leave Liverpool
This post was originally published on BBC Football Trent Alexander-Arnold says he will leave Liverpool at the end of the season and the England right-back is expected to join Real Madrid.
NI great McParland left mark on club and international stages
This post was originally published on BBC Football Peter McParland was the last surviving member of Northern Ireland’s 1958 World Cup squad and also made his mark in the club game with Aston Villa.
Maeda and McGlynn claim top PFA Scotland awards
This post was originally published on BBC Football Celtic forward Daizen Maeda is the PFA Scotland player of the year while Falkirk’s John McGlynn picks up the managers’ award for the second year running.
Highlights: Rangers and Celtic share spoils
This post was originally published on BBC Football Watch the highlights as Rangers and Celtic finish 1-1 in the final Old Firm derby of the Scottish Premiership season.
Man Utd fight back to secure European spot after draw against Man City
This post was originally published on BBC Football Manchester United come from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Manchester City and secure a spot in the Women’s Champions League next season.
Europa League 'papering over cracks' for Man Utd – Rooney
This post was originally published on BBC Football Match of the Day 2 pundit Wayne Rooney says Manchester United have “big problems” after their 4-3 defeat by Brentford.
How 'absolutely outstanding' Palmer 'destroyed' Liverpool
This post was originally published on BBC Football Match of the Day 2 pundits Danny Murphy and Wayne Rooney praise Cole Palmer for his “absolutely outstanding” performance in Chelsea’s 3-1 win against Liverpool.
Man Utd join race for Mbeumo – Monday's gossip
This post was originally published on BBC Football Manchester United join the race for Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo while Manchester City advance moves to sign Morgan Gibbs-White.
Palmer's brilliance could be key moment in Chelsea's Champions League quest
This post was originally published on BBC Football Cole Palmer’s return to his brilliant best could be the defining moment in Chelsea’s quest to reach Champions League, says chief football writer Phil McNulrt
Europa winners should not get Champions League – Wenger
This post was originally published on BBC Football Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says the winners of the Europa League should not qualify for the Champions League.
Chelsea win 'important' in Champions League race – but who will prevail?
This post was originally published on BBC Football Enzo Maresca says beating Liverpool was “important” but insists Chelsea’s battle to secure a Champions League berth “is not done”.
Bayern's 'James Bond' – how Kane clinched his first trophy
This post was originally published on BBC Football Harry Kane has spent his whole career fighting to win silverware, this is how he finally did it with Bayern Munich at the age of 31.
'We are only going up' – London City in WSL to stay
This post was originally published on BBC Football London City Lionesses are the first team with no affiliation with a men’s club to earn a place in the WSL – with an owner determined to make waves in women’s football.
'Change needed to solve Rangers riddle that foxed Ferguson'
This post was originally published on BBC Football For all Rangers’ Old Firm success, there’s an empty feeling when you sense their next slip is just days away, writes Tom English.
Has Celtic's Idah won over his doubters?
This post was originally published on BBC Football Having endured a barren spell in front of goal, has Adam Idah’s Old Firm equaliser changed perceptions of Celtic’s £9.5m man?
What are Man Utd's next steps after sealing European spot?
This post was originally published on BBC Football A significant Women’s Super League result against rivals Manchester City confirms Champions League football for Manchester United. So what are their next steps?
Rangers condemn 'unacceptable' banner and throwing of bottle
This post was originally published on BBC Football Rangers condemn an “unacceptable” fan banner and the throwing of objects on to the pitch during Sunday’s 1-1 draw with Celtic at Ibrox.
Brentford's Frank 'very happy' with Man Utd win
This post was originally published on BBC Football Brentford manager Thomas Frank praises his “very impressive” side after two victories against Nottingham Forest and Manchester United in the space of four days.
London City Lionesses celebrate promotion to WSL
This post was originally published on BBC Football Celebrations begin for the London City Lionesses after they drew Birmingham City 2-2 in a dramatic final day of the Championship to finish top and secure promotion to the Women’s Super League for the first time.
Chelsea close in on unbeaten season after beating Spurs
This post was originally published on BBC Football Chelsea beat Tottenham Hotspur 1-0 thanks to a first-half penalty from Catarina Macario to continue their unbeaten run in the Women’s Super League.
Magpies not at clinical best in front of goal – Howe
This post was originally published on BBC Football Newcastle manager Eddie Howe says he’s “a little bit frustrated” with his side, stating they “weren’t at their clinical best in front of goal” after a 1-1 draw at Brighton.
'Farke is my man' – Leeds chairman backs boss
This post was originally published on BBC Football Leeds United chairman Paraag Marathe says he has “ended speculation” over the future of manager Daniel Farke by confirming the German is ‘his man’.
Man City 'fall short of standards' to miss out on Europe
This post was originally published on BBC Football Interim Manchester City boss Nick Cushing says his side have “fallen short of standards and expectations” after they miss out on a Champions League place.
How Bristol City ended wait for shot at Championship play-offs
This post was originally published on BBC Football How head coach Liam Manning and Bristol City have ended their 17-year wait for a shot at the Premier League in the Championship play-offs.
Wrexham's bet on McClean pays off as Vegas promotion party awaits
This post was originally published on BBC Football As Wrexham’s players prepare for their promotion party in Las Vegas, boss Phil Parkinson can enjoy his bets playing off.
Calderon sacked after Bristol Rovers' relegation
This post was originally published on BBC Football Bristol Rovers manager Inigo Calderon is sacked following the club’s relegation to League Two.
Manager ins and outs – May 2025
This post was originally published on BBC Football BBC Sport tracks all the manager ins and outs in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, Women’s Super League, English Football League and National League.
'Nobody expected this' – was win in Bilbao best of Amorim's Man Utd reign?
This post was originally published on BBC Football Ruben Amorim said “nobody expected” Manchester United’s win at Athletic Bilbao, but was it the best of his tenure so far?
Everyone will know what we've done – Birmingham's 'legacy'
This post was originally published on BBC Football Birmingham City manager Chris Davies says the “legacy” his record-breaking League One champions have created is “special” and a “remarkable” feat.
FA bars transgender women from women's football
This post was originally published on BBC Football Transgender women will no longer be able to play in women’s football in England following a policy change from the Football Association.
Why more than £100m rests on Man Utd winning Europa League
This post was originally published on BBC Football If Manchester United do not win the Europa League, what is the cost to the club on missing out on Champions League income again?
Stunning goals and incredible drama – Barca & Inter deliver match for the ages
This post was originally published on BBC Football Barcelona and Inter Milan deliver a night of high drama and superb goals in their Champions League semi-final first leg – BBC Sport takes a look at how it unfolded.
'A talent that comes along every 50 years' – 'genius' Yamal steals show
This post was originally published on BBC Football Lamine Yamal says he would not compare himself to Lionel Messi – and then puts in a performance a 17-year-old Messi could only have dreamed of.
'Liverpool still need new blood' – where will Slot strengthen?
This post was originally published on BBC Football Liverpool must still rebuild with major signings despite winning the Premier League, says BBC Sport chief football writer Phil McNulty.
Quiz: How much do you know about 21st Century FA Cup records?
This post was originally published on BBC Football Who holds the record for most FA Cup goals? Assists? Titles? Test your knowledge with our quiz.
How rejection fuelled Mourinho's second Champions League triumph
This post was originally published on BBC Football How Barcelona rejection fuelled Jose Mourinho’s second Champions League triumph, with Inter Milan in 2010.
Transfers – February, March and April 2025 and all the deadline day deals
This post was originally published on BBC Football Check out the significant signings and departures in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, EFL and Women’s Super League.
How does Daniel Levy run Tottenham – and would he ever leave?
This post was originally published on BBC Football With Tottenham struggling on the pitch and chairman Daniel Levy facing criticism from fans, BBC Sport looks at how the club is run and what the future might hold.
Watch Alexander-Arnold's 'classy' strike
This post was originally published on BBC Football Watch as Trent Alexander-Arnold extends Liverpool’s lead over Accrington Stanley with a “classy” finish to make it 2-0 in the third round of the FA Cup.
When River Plate icon Diaz took over fourth-tier Oxford
This post was originally published on BBC Football Twenty years on from Ramon Diaz’s surprising appointment at Oxford United, BBC Sport looks at what happened and how it went.