London (AFP) – Premier League strugglers Watford rescued a dramatic 1-1 draw against Leicester thanks to Craig Dawson's last-gasp overhead kick at the start of a weekend which could see Liverpool move within one win of the title. In the first full weekend of English top-flight matches since the coronavirus shutdown in March, Watford's hopes […]

Paris (AFP) – Up to 5,000 spectators will be allowed to attend sports events in stadiums in France when they re-open on July 11, the French government announced on Saturday. The limit applies to "big events, stadiums and concert halls", the government said, but it may be raised later in the summer. "A review of […]

London (AFP) – Liverpool can move within touching distance of the Premier League title when the runaway leaders face Everton on Saturday, while the relegation battle will be in the spotlight in the first full weekend of top-flight action since the coronavirus outbreak. Jurgen Klopp's side will play for the first time since the Premier […]

Bergamo (Italy) (AFP) – Bergamo's Atalanta return to action on Sunday, hoping that a resumption of their incredible football success will signal the historic Italian city's return to normality after being devastated by coronavirus. "These have been extremely difficult months," said Mayor Giorgio Gori, remembering the dozens of coffins lined up for burial and the […]

Madrid (AFP) – Gerard Pique said La Liga's title race is Real Madrid's to lose after Barcelona were held to a goalless draw against Sevilla on Friday. Barca's first slip-up since returning from the three-month hiatus hands Madrid the chance to regain top spot this weekend. After their emphatic 3-0 win over Valencia on Thursday, […]

London (AFP) – Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes he can rekindle Paul Pogba's best form after the Frenchman made a big impact in his first appearance for six months in a 1-1 draw at Tottenham on Friday. Solskjaer left the World Cup winner on the bench from the start, but Pogba won the […]

Madrid (AFP) – Barcelona made the first slip in the title race since La Liga's return by drawing 0-0 against Sevilla on Friday and handing Real Madrid the chance to regain top spot this weekend. After their emphatic 3-0 win over Valencia on Thursday, Madrid will move level on points with Barca if they beat […]

London (AFP) – Bruno Fernandes's penalty salvaged a 1-1 draw for Manchester United at Tottenham as the Red Devils had another late spot-kick overturned by a VAR review on Friday. Jose Mourinho was on course to get the better of his former club when Steven Bergwijn's strike gave Spurs a half-time lead. However, United's second […]

London (AFP) – Marcus Rashford was among the Manchester United and Tottenham stars to take a knee to protest racial injustice as both sides got their Premier League campaigns back underway on Friday. All four games of the Premier League's 'Project Restart' have been preceded by players and staff taking a knee, while Black Lives […]

London (AFP) – Southampton pushed Norwich closer to a return to the Championship after second half goals from Danny Ings, Stuart Armstrong and Nathan Redmond earned a 3-0 win at Carrow Road. Victory for the Saints lifts them 10 points clear of the Premier League relegation zone, but Norwich remain seven points adrift of safety […]

Paris (AFP) – The global footballers' union (FIFPro) on Friday said it was worried about the crowded schedule players face as the game resumes and urged a five to six-week rest after this coronavirus-interrupted season ends. "Since the restart we are seeing a first spike in injuries because of insufficient preparation time and congested match […]

London (AFP) – Chelsea manager Frank Lampard believes Timo Werner's decision to join the club next season is an exciting sign of where the Blues are headed. German international forward Werner, who has scored 32 goals in all competitions so far this season, was heavily linked with a move to Liverpool. However, Chelsea pursued their […]

London (AFP) – Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is delighted his side have the chance to win a first Premier League title in 30 years on the field after the uncertainty of a three-month halt to the season due to coronavirus. The Reds hold a commanding 22-point lead at the top of the table and will […]

London (AFP) – Leroy Sane is heading for the Manchester City exit door after rejecting a new deal, manager Pep Guardiola said on Friday. The Germany international has 12 months left on his contract and has been heavily linked with Bayern Munich, with the City boss saying he would be able to leave if the club […]

London (AFP) – Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is delighted his side have the chance to win a first Premier League title in 30 years on the field after the uncertainty of a three-month halt to the season due to coronavirus. The Reds hold a commanding 22-point lead at the top of the table and will […]